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Event:
AKF FN | Phoenix vs. Yalixqua
Date: Sep 30, 2022 |
#R1# Kassicus stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT#It looks like Harris Benn has been cut. Benn misses with a hook
and Kassicus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Benn throws a right hand that misses
and Kassicus counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Kassicus scores with a decent looking hook. Kassicus lands the left hand. Kassicus lands with an uppercut that bounces Benn off the ropes and back into range. Benn throws an overhand right that lands on Kassicus's shoulder, as Kassicus tries to avoid the shot. Nice uppercut lands for Kassicus. That snapped Benn's head back.
Kassicus lands a jab to the nose. Kassicus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kassicus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kassicus lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Benn swings widly with a right hand
and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kassicus dips to his left and cracks Benn with an uppercut! A nice combination there by Kassicus.
Benn connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kassicus's hands.#CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Kassicus slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Benn takes one to the chin there. Benn tries to move into range but Kassicus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Benn needs to keep his hands up - Kassicus had a free shot at his head there.#ROC#Benn is rocked! Kassicus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Benn is still on wobbly legs! Can Kassicus finish him? Kassicus is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Benn walks straight into devastating uppercut and drops to the floor, clearly wobbled! Can he beat the count? 4,5,6,7... he's up! And he's down again! The ref steps in and calls an end to the fight! What a punch that was!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Zacharias Kassicus! |
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Event:
AKF FN | Tharrier vs. Dimitrov
Date: Aug 05, 2022 |
#R1# Havok tries to clinch up but Kassicus circles away and keeps his distance. Havok 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. Havok on the wrong end of a nice jab.#KD2# Havok staggers Kassicus with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! Kassicus looks in trouble, will he beat the count?! The count has reached 5 and he's only back to 1 knee - it's going to be close! 6,7,8 - he's up! Just in time and the ref is going to let the fight continue!#CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus swinging wildly here.
Havok looks to score with a jab to the body but Kassicus is just out of range. Kassicus was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Kassicus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Havok was well out of range. Poor timing from Kassicus. Havok throws out a loose jab but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Havok swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kassicus avoids the head kick by Havok.
Kassicus swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Havok closes the distance and catches Kassicus with a lead hook that drops him to the canvas! Kassicus is clearly dazed and struggling here! 3,4,5,6,7 and Kassicus is up to his feet but the referee has called it off! Kassicus is still far too wobbly and he's not going to allow the fight to continue! Havok takes it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Dez Havok! A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Dez Havok made sure he mentioned HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
AKF FN | Benedetti vs. Knox
Date: Apr 24, 2022 |
#R1# Mathieu avoids the body shot from Kassicus.
Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mathieu moves away. Kassicus throws a body shot but no joy. Mathieu thinks about countering with a head kick. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kassicus misses with a right hand and Mathieu counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Mathieu misses with a two punch combination.
We've been told by Mathieu's head coaches at Convicted Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Mathieu looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Mathieu throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Some wild striking there from Kassicus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus misses with a straight left. Kassicus keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kassicus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kassicus pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Mathieu back to the ropes. Kassicus follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T1# Mathieu tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kassicus paws at him with a jab and circles away. Kassicus throws a counter combo. Kassicus throws a right hand that misses
and Mathieu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus throws the left hand but Mathieu avoids the punch easily. Kassicus lands a nice looking body shot.
Mathieu lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Mathieu slips a jab and a cross from Kassicus.
Kassicus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mathieu sees it coming and avoids it easily. Mathieu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Kassicus stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Kassicus throws a jab when Mathieu was well out of range. Kassicus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mathieu sees it coming and avoids it easily. It looked like Mathieu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. Mathieu throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Kassicus misses with a hook. Mathieu ducked under it nicely. A little feinted left hand from Mathieu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2# Jab from Kassicus. Kassicus lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
This has been an exciting period of action! Kassicus throws a body shot but no joy. Kassicus misses with an uppercut
and Mathieu counters with a straight right hand. Decent striking displayed by Kassicus there. Kassicus connects with a right hand. Mathieu shakes it off. Kassicus lands the left hand. Kassicus throws a right hand that misses
and Mathieu counters with a lovely straight right hand! Kassicus swings widly with a right hand
and Mathieu counters with a lovely shot to the body. Mathieu takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Kassicus is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Mathieu had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush. Kassicus stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mathieu. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Mathieu throws a hook but Kassicus blocks it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. That's time! Mathieu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Mathieu closes the distance and catches Kassicus with a lead hook that drops him to the canvas! Kassicus is clearly dazed and struggling here! 3,4,5,6,7 and Kassicus is up to his feet but the referee has called it off! Kassicus is still far too wobbly and he's not going to allow the fight to continue! Mathieu takes it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Ernesto Mathieu! Ernesto Mathieu 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:
AKF 44 | Beukeboom vs. Cobb 2
Date: Mar 19, 2022 |
#R1# Tupu Jr wants to clinch. Kassicus lands a jab to the nose. Nice defenses there by Tupu Jr. Tupu Jr walks into a stiff left hand from Kassicus. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Tupu Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tupu Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2# Tupu Jr forces Kassicus back against the ropes and clinches. Tupu Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tupu Jr working aggressively here.
Tupu Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus has a couple of punches blocked by Tupu Jr.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kassicus. Kassicus lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Kassicus prevents a body shot from Tupu Jr. Kassicus is trying to push Tupu Jr away but Tupu Jr has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere. I was talking to Kassicus's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1# Tupu Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tupu Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kassicus backwards. Kassicus throws a head punch that misses. Kassicus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tupu Jr lands a left hand.
Tupu Jr throws a head punch that misses. #BC2# Tupu Jr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tupu Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kassicus doesn't seem bothered though. A telegraphed right hand from Kassicus misses the target. Tupu Jr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tupu Jr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Kassicus throws a body punch but Tupu Jr moves out of range. #CL2# Tupu Jr gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Tupu Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Kassicus backwards. Kassicus misses with a punch on the inside.
Kassicus misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus has a couple of punches blocked by Tupu Jr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2# Tupu Jr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kassicus lands a right hook to the body.
Tupu Jr throws the left hand but Kassicus avoids the punch easily.#T2# Kassicus lands with a nice combination. Tupu Jr backs away looking to recover. That kick from Tupu Jr tenderised Kassicus's leg. Kassicus is trying to keep his angry face on. Kassicus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Tupu Jr missing with a left hand there. Kassicus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Kassicus lands a lovely overhand right. Kassicus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tupu Jr throws out the jab. Tupu Jr avoids the body shot from Kassicus.
Tupu Jr misses with a kick to the body.
Tupu Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Kassicus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Tupu Jr looks to land a body kick but Kassicus moved away. Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tupu Jr. Poto Tupu Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tupu Jr lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tupu Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. Tupu Jr throws a lazy right hand but Kassicus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kassicus connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tupu Jr's hands. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tupu Jr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Kassicus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tupu Jr. Tupu Jr ducks right into an uppercut from Kassicus. 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 Zacharias Kassicus will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Kassicus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zacharias Kassicus is winning the standup battle so far. Kassicus circles away from the clinch attempt and Kassicus counters with a left to the body. Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Tupu Jr moves away and avoids it. Kassicus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tupu Jr. Tupu Jr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Kassicus throws a big shot that misses. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kassicus. Tupu Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Tupu Jr loads up on a big right hand but Kassicus slips the punch. A little feinted left hand from Kassicus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Kassicus staying out of range there. Tupu Jr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tupu Jr tries a low kick but Kassicus avoids it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tupu Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Tupu Jr lands with an uppercut that bounces Kassicus off the ropes and back into range. Tupu Jr is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent. Tupu Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Tupu Jr. Kassicus tests Tupu Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tupu Jr tries to land a leg kick but Kassicus saw it coming and moves away.
#T1# Tupu Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tupu Jr slips under a jab. Tupu Jr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Tupu Jr is looking to land body kicks. Kassicus moves out of range as Tupu Jr strikes. Kassicus lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tupu Jr is looking to clinch. Kassicus scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CUT#It looks like Poto Tupu Jr has been cut. Kassicus lands an overhand right. Kassicus lands a nice looking body shot.
Kassicus avoids the head kick by Tupu Jr.
Tupu Jr ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Tupu Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kassicus moves away. Tupu Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kassicus manages to avoid it. Kassicus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tupu Jr. Tupu Jr misses with a body shot.
Tupu Jr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kassicus lands with a right hand. Tupu Jr throws a body punch but Kassicus moves out of range. Kassicus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2# Kassicus misses with a hook. Tupu Jr ducked under it nicely. Kassicus cracks Tupu Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes. Kassicus works over Tupu Jr's head and body with a nice combination. Kassicus avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tupu Jr misses with a looping left. Tupu Jr throws a leg kick that misses. Kassicus is looking to counter punch. Kassicus throws a hook to the side of Tupu Jr's head but Tupu Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tupu Jr throws out a loose jab but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2# Tupu Jr moves into range and clinches up with Kassicus. Kassicus blocks a body shot from Tupu Jr. Tupu Jr has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kassicus seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tupu Jr can turn it around. A head punch blocked on the inside by Kassicus. A short body shot lands from Tupu Jr as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Tupu Jr lands an uppercut. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tupu Jr prevents Kassicus from breaking the clinch. A right hand to the body from Tupu Jr.
Nice body punch from Tupu Jr - that landed with a thud.
Tupu Jr gets through Kassicus's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Tupu Jr scores with a shoulder strike. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Poto Tupu Jr's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3# Tupu Jr looks to land a left hand but Kassicus moved out of range nicely. Poto Tupu Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Tupu Jr throws a head kick but Kassicus moves out of range.
Kassicus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tupu Jr. Kassicus loads up on a big right hand but Tupu Jr slips the punch.#CL2# Tupu Jr clinches. A head punch on the inside from Kassicus fails to land. Tupu Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kassicuss head. Tupu Jr avoiding damage as Kassicus throws knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Tupu Jr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Kassicus misses with a punch on the inside.
Kassicus blocking some punches.
Tupu Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Tupu Jr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kassicus backwards. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tupu Jr digs a right hand into Kassicus's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kassicus's gas tank. Both fighters are breathing heavily. A head punch on the inside from Kassicus fails to land. A short right from Kassicus. Tupu Jr lands a body punch in the clinch. Kassicus blocks a body shot from Tupu Jr. Tupu Jr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kassicus.#T1# Tupu Jr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kassicus or not. A short left from Tupu Jr. #CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. A short left from Tupu Jr. Tupu Jr tries to throw a body punch but Kassicus avoids it by throwing Tupu Jr back against the ropes. Kassicus is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tupu Jr is defending well for now.#BC2# Tupu Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Kassicus moves away from the strike by Tupu Jr. Tupu Jr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kassicus. That did some damage!#CL2# Tupu Jr has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tupu Jr lands a nice shot to the body. Tupu Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tupu Jr lands a body punch in the clinch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Kassicus. Tupu Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kassicus backwards. A hook to the body from Tupu Jr.
#BC2# Tupu Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Tupu Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tupu Jr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tupu Jr scoring well with a low kick there.
Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Tupu Jr ducks down to avoid it. Tupu Jr scores with a head kick.
#ROC2#Kassicus is rocked! Kassicus tries to get into range but Tupu Jr steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Kassicus! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Tupu Jr scores the big KO victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Poto Tupu Jr! Our winner, Poto Tupu Jr, 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:
AKF 40 | Dimitrov vs. Tchusuk
Date: Feb 19, 2022 |
#R1# Kassicus thows a left - swing and a miss! Kassicus misses with a looping left. A counter left hand to the body from Bandichoo misses its target. Bandichoo misses with a hook. Kassicus ducked under it nicely. Bandichoo lands with a shot to the body. Bandichoo throws the left hand but Kassicus avoids the punch easily. Bandichoo misses with a straight right. Kassicus cracks Bandichoo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Jab, jab by Bandichoo - just one landing. #CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Bandichoo swings for the body but Kassicus moves out of range.
Kassicus lands a lovely overhand right. Bandichoo ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Kassicus takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bandichoo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kassicus. Bandichoo throws a leg kick and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. 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! Kassicus digs a good hook to Bandichoo's body.
Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Bandichoo. Bandichoo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Bandichoo throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kassicus counters with a straight right hand. Kassicus connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1# Kassicus moves away from the strike by Bandichoo. Kassicus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bandichoo finds it's way round the side to connect with Kassicus's head. Bandichoo misses with a body punch
letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Bandichoo takes a swing at Kassicus's ribcage but misses. A little jabbing left from Kassicus on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Kassicus misses with a hook. Kassicus throws a hook to the side of Bandichoo's head but Bandichoo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Bandichoo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Kassicus is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bandichoo had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush. Bandichoo just misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Bandichoo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Kassicus connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bandichoo. Bandichoo circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Kassicus is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Kassicus with a body punch. A glancing blow. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Bandichoo throws a lazy body kick and Kassicus counters with a lovely straight right hand! Bandichoo cracks Kassicus with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Kassicus is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Kassicus is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Kassicus could not beat the count!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Taz Bandichoo! A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Taz Bandichoo made sure he mentioned Brooklyn Apothecary, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
AKF 30 | Ringnes vs. Valentine
Date: Dec 11, 2021 |
#R1# Waldron doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Waldron lands a jab to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. A shot to the body from Waldron misses and Kassicus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Waldron. The fighters circling - Kassicus throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Kassicus's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kassicus duly obliges. #CUT2#It looks like Johnny Waldron has been cut. Waldron tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kassicus paws at him with a jab and circles away. Kassicus looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Kassicus lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Kassicus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Waldron sees it coming and avoids it easily. Waldron throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Waldron looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kassicus fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Waldron looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Kassicus pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kassicus throws the left hand but Waldron avoids the punch easily. Waldron pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Kassicus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Waldron's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kassicus under the eye. Kassicus throws a shot to the body.
Waldron swings away with a leg kick that misses. Waldron looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kassicus keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#T1# Waldron misses with a body shot
and Kassicus counters with a nice body shot. Waldron throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kassicus. Kassicus throws an overhand right that lands on Waldron's shoulder, as Waldron tries to avoid the shot. A jab from Kassicus misses. Kassicus looks to land a left hand but Waldron moved out of range nicely. Waldron slips under a jab from Kassicus. Kassicus bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Waldron's head. Waldron lands a leg kick that knocks Kassicus off balance momentarily. Kassicus misses with a hook. Nice jab there from Kassicus. No joy there for Kassicus, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Waldron ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Sloppy strikes from Kassicus. Those never looked like landing. Waldron is looking to counter punch. Kassicus throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Waldron counters with an outside leg kick.
Kassicus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Waldron. Kassicus on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Waldron. Waldron 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 swing and a miss from Waldron. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Waldron.#T2# Kassicus throws a combination that misses #CL# and Waldron counters by moving into the clinch. Waldron lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kassicus missing with knees to the body.
Waldron misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kassicus.
Kassicus trying to control the position but instead, Waldron has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kassicus into the ropes. Kassicus takes an elbow to the temple. With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses. Waldron misses with an elbow strike.
Kassicus takes a knee to the side of the body. Kassicus looks winded! Waldron is stalling here.
Waldron connects with a knee to the head.
Waldron lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kassicus backwards. Waldron lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Waldron scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T3# Waldron is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses. Waldron lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kassicus backwards. Kassicus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Waldron misses with a short punch on the inside. With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Waldron just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kassicus's brow. Waldron blocks an uppercut.
Waldron throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kassicus avoids the elbow strike from Waldron, against the ropes.
Kassicus tries to throw a body punch but Waldron avoids it by throwing Kassicus back against the ropes. Waldron swings wildly with an uppercut but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. Kassicus scores with a shoulder strike. Waldron with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Knees to the body from Waldron.
#T4# Waldron holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Kassicus lands a right hand. Waldron crunches a lovely knee into Kassicus's ribcage. Kassicus has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Waldron seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kassicus can turn it around. Waldron tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Kassicus unloads a knee to the mid-section. Waldron lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Waldron is leaning against Kassicus and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Waldron misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Kassicus. A short right from Waldron. A short right hand to the side of the head by Waldron. Waldron comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus tries to stall but Waldron uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kassicus lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Kassicus scores with a shoulder strike. Kassicus tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. 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 Johnny Waldron will probably get the nod. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Waldron. A big left from Kassicus misses. Waldron defending well as Kassicus loads up on a big left hand. Waldron defending well as Kassicus loads up on a big left hand. Waldron ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Waldron throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kassicus. Good shot there by Waldron. Kassicus throws a right and a left that both miss. Waldron keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kassicus. Kassicus lands a slapping body shot.
Nice defenses there by Kassicus. Waldron slips a jab from Kassicus. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Waldron moves away and avoids it. Kassicus lands with a cross. Waldron misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kassicus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. A decent looking body kick lands there for Waldron. Kassicus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kassicus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Waldron.#T1# Waldron throws a body punch but Kassicus moves out of range. Kassicus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL# Waldron rushes Kassicus and presses him up against the ropes. Waldron blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kassicus dodges an elbow strike from Waldron.
Kassicus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Kassicus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kassicus working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Johnny Waldron has scored more points in the clinch so far. Waldron lands a nice knee to the body. Kassicus tries to throw a body punch but Waldron avoids it by throwing Kassicus back against the ropes. With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses. Kassicus takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#That has opened up Zacharias Kassicus's cut even more. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Kassicus obliges. Waldron creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kassicus's defenses. #T2# Waldron blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Kassicus misses with a short punch on the inside. This has been an exciting period of action! Kassicus crunches a lovely knee into Waldron's ribcage. Kassicus tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Kassicus scores with a hook to the body. Waldron blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Kassicus takes an elbow to the temple. Waldron lands a body punch in the clinch. Waldron pushes off an throws an elbow but Kassicus leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes. Waldron tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kassicus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kassicus can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action.
Kassicus blocks an elbow strike from Waldron.
Waldron avoiding damage as Kassicus throws knees to the body.
Kassicus blocks an elbow strike. Waldron is looking to control Kassicus's arms but Kassicus gets an underhook and turns him. Now Waldron has his back to the ropes. #T3# Kassicus working hard to break the clinch. Waldron is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Waldron can't find room to land a body shot as Kassicus controls the action.
Kassicus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kassicus misses with a hook from the clinch. Waldron misses with a knee strike.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Waldron just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kassicus's brow. Waldron lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#ROC#Kassicus is rocked!#CUT#The cut above Zacharias Kassicus's eye is starting to cause him problems now. Good body shot from Kassicus.
Kassicus is still on wobbly legs! Can Waldron finish him? Kassicus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kassicus seems to have recovered his senses. Kassicus tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Kassicus working aggressively here.
Kassicus lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Kassicus tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Kassicus softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes. Waldron goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T4# Waldron comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#Zacharias Kassicus's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters. Kassicus dodges an elbow strike from Waldron.
Waldron misses with the head strike.
Kassicus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Kassicus misses with a body punch.
Kassicus tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Waldron avoids it. Waldron is trying to maintain a safe position but Kassicus gets an underhook and turns Waldron into the ropes. Kassicus dodges an elbow strike from Waldron.
Waldron with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Kassicus.
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! Kassicus using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. A short body shot lands from Kassicus as the two fighters clinch.
Kassicus landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Kassicus lands a knee to the body.
Kassicus is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Waldron is defending well for now. A short body shot lands from Kassicus as the two fighters clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# Kassicus punishes Waldron's body with a nice straight punch. Johnny Waldron seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kassicus listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Kassicus misses with a series of wild punches.
Waldron uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kassicus. Waldron is looking to counter punch. Kassicus defending well as Waldron loads up on a big left hand. The fighters circle momentarily. Kassicus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Nice jab there from Kassicus. Waldron scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Waldron with a jab. Kassicus on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Waldron. Waldron obviously looking to wear him down.
Waldron uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Waldron uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Waldron slips a jab and a cross from Kassicus.
Kassicus scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Waldron pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL# Waldron has closed the distance and engaged Kassicus in a clinch.
#T1# Waldron fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kassicus misses with the head strike.
Kassicus unloads a knee to the mid-section. Waldron lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Kassicus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Waldron managing to block the knees to the body from Kassicus.
Kassicus tries to throw a body punch but Waldron avoids it by throwing Kassicus back against the ropes. Kassicus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow. Kassicus lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kassicus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kassicus scores with a hook to the body. Kassicus lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Kassicus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kassicus has a couple of punches blocked by Waldron.
Waldron misses with a knee to the head. Kassicus lands a left hand.
#T2# Waldron misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kassicus.
#BC2# Kassicus escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kassicus throws an overhand right that lands on Waldron's shoulder, as Waldron tries to avoid the shot. Kassicus 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. Kassicus lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Waldron circles away quickly and effectively. Waldron misses with a lunging right hand
and Kassicus counters with a stiff right hand. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Waldron avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Waldron will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Waldron walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Kassicus throws out a powerful jab. A slow jab from Kassicus misses its intended target. Waldron seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Waldron slips under a jab from Kassicus. Some wild striking there from Kassicus.
Zacharias Kassicus seems to be getting the better of the standup. Waldron throws a right hand that misses
and Kassicus counters with a stiff right hand. Waldron bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kassicus comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Kassicus has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3# Waldron takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Kassicus avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kassicus lands with a nice combination. Waldron backs away looking to recover. Kassicus sizes up Waldron with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Waldron looks for the body kick but Kassicus saw that one coming. Kassicus throws out a counter right but Waldron avoids it with no problem. Waldron thuds a left hand into Kassicus's body. Jab by Kassicus. Kassicus avoids the body shot from Waldron.
Waldron scores with a nice strike.#CL# Waldron fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kassicus, pushing him back against the ropes. Waldron is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Waldron lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Kassicus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kassicus goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kassicus takes an elbow to the forehead. Johnny Waldron has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Zacharias Kassicus's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Johnny Waldron! |
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AKF 25 | Turner vs. Entei
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1# Kassicus keeps the fight on the outside. Zagloba connects with a jab. Zagloba uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kassicus. A countering left hand to the body from Zagloba misses. Kassicus tries to bum rush Zagloba with a series of wild strikes but Zagloba uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Some wild striking there from Kassicus.
Kassicus thuds his right hand into Zagloba's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Zagloba getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Kassicus displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Zagloba missing with a left hand there. Kassicus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Zagloba dodges the punch combination from Kassicus.
Zagloba takes a swing at Kassicus's ribcage but misses. Zagloba with a nice cross. This has been an exciting period of action! Zagloba throws a leg kick but Kassicus checks it. Zagloba staying out of range there. It seemed like Zagloba was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Zagloba tries to bum rush Kassicus with a series of wild strikes but Kassicus uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Zagloba fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kassicus checks it well. #T1# Kassicus avoids the body shot from Zagloba.
Zagloba just misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus connects with a crisp jab. Zagloba throws a leg kick that is checked enabling Kassicus to counter with a crisp jab. Zagloba throws a body shot but no joy. Kassicus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Kassicus slips a jab and a cross from Zagloba.
Zagloba is looking to clinch but Kassicus is avoiding it.
Zagloba misses with an uppercut. Nice defenses there by Kassicus. Kassicus throws an overhand right that lands on Zagloba's shoulder, as Zagloba tries to avoid the shot. Zagloba unleashes a big counter combination but Kassicus bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Zagloba pushes Kassicus away with a front kick. Kassicus thuds a left hand into Zagloba's body. Kassicus thows a left - swing and a miss! Zagloba throws a head kick that misses. Kassicus connects with the punch. Zagloba feints and then cracks Kassicus's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kassicus down. #T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kassicus walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Kassicus keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kassicus misses with a looping left. Zagloba misses with an attempted mid kick.
Zagloba lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kassicus circles away quickly and effectively. Zagloba doesn't manage to clinch there - Kassicus circles away.
Kassicus misses with a looping right. Nice defenses there by Zagloba. Decent striking displayed by Kassicus there. Some bone on bone action there as Kassicus checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Zagloba connects with a body shot. Zagloba is looking to land body kicks. Kassicus closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Kassicus lands a right hook to the body.
Kassicus missing with a left hand there. Zagloba was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Zagloba ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Kassicus throws a shot to the body.
#T3# A cross from Zagloba lands. Zagloba has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. Zagloba looks to throw the jab but Kassicus is out of range. Zagloba moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Kassicus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Zagloba is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Kassicus throwing a counter right hand but Zagloba manages to avoid it. Zagloba moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Zagloba tries to clinch but Kassicus moves away and Kassicus counters with a nice uppercut. Zagloba chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Donk. Kassicus catches Zagloba right on the button with a cross. Kassicus scores with a shot to the body.
Jab by Kassicus. Zagloba throws a leg kick that misses. Kassicus is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Zagloba avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Zagloba misses with a hook. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Zagloba sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kassicus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Zagloba.#T4# This has been an exciting period of action! Zagloba slips under a jab from Kassicus. Kassicus with a jab. Zagloba dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Zagloba moves out of range of the strikes. Zagloba keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kassicus lands an overhand right. Zagloba has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Kassicus avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kassicus misses with a looping left. Zagloba throws a counter combo. A big left from Kassicus misses. A telegraphed right hand from Kassicus misses the target. Zagloba looks like he wants to counter punch here. Zagloba uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. No joy there for Zagloba, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kassicus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Zagloba throws a lazy uppercut
and Kassicus counters with a nice uppercut. Kassicus looks to score with a jab to the body but Zagloba is just out of range. Kassicus 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.
Good leg kick by Zagloba. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. That's time! Kassicus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# A jab from Kassicus misses. The fighters circling - Kassicus throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Kassicus blocks a head kick by Zagloba.
No joy there for Zagloba, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Zagloba tries to clinch up but Kassicus circles away and keeps his distance. Zagloba misses with an uppercut. Zagloba throws out a loose jab but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. A big right from Kassicus misses. Kassicus throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Zagloba takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Zagloba is looking to clinch. Kassicus misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus punishes Zagloba's body with a nice straight punch. Kassicus throws a right and a left that both miss. Zagloba throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Zagloba listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Zagloba slips under a jab.#T1# Kassicus throws a body punch but Zagloba moves out of range. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Zagloba uses good head movement to avoid it. Zagloba throws a head kick but Kassicus moves out of range.
Zagloba throws a leg kick but Kassicus sees it coming and moves out of range. Kassicus cracks a nice hook into Zagloba's ribs. Kassicus throws a hook but Zagloba avoids it easily. Kassicus listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Zagloba tried to score with a low kick but Kassicus checks it. Zagloba fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Zagloba scoring well with a low kick there.
Zagloba misses with a hook. Kassicus ducked under it nicely. Zagloba tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Kassicus scores with a hook to the body. Zagloba takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Kassicus lands with an overhand left. Zagloba misses with a double jab.
Zagloba misses with a looping right. Onufry Zagloba is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Zagloba misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kassicus.
#T2# Zagloba looking to land some kicks to the body here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kassicus avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Kassicus with a hook. Zagloba throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Zagloba sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Zagloba throws a looping overhand right but Kassicus ducks down to avoid it. Zagloba tries to clinch up and Kassicus counters with a nice body shot. Kassicus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Kassicus lands a head shot. Zagloba looks to clinch and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Zagloba tries to clinch up but Kassicus circles away and keeps his distance. Kassicus checks a low kick from Zagloba. Kassicus moves away from the strike by Zagloba. #KD# Kassicus lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Zagloba goes down! The ref sends Kassicus to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Zagloba is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action! Kassicus throws out a token jab with nothing on it. A little jabbing left from Zagloba on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3# Zagloba looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. An attempted straight right counter from Kassicus misses the target. Kassicus blocks the body kick.
Zagloba connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Kassicus keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Zagloba sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. A shot to the liver by Kassicus. Beautiful body shot. Kassicus throws a hook but Zagloba blocks it. Zacharias Kassicus is winning the standup battle so far. Kassicus cracks Zagloba with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Zagloba avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kassicus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zagloba.
Kassicus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zagloba can do to turn this around? Zagloba misses with an uppercut
and Kassicus counters with a straight right hand. Zagloba lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Zagloba tries to clinch but Kassicus moves out of range. Zagloba dips down and scores with a jab 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! Kassicus throws the left hand but Zagloba avoids the punch easily. Kassicus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zagloba was well out of range. Poor timing from Kassicus.#T4# Kassicus throws out a powerful jab. Zagloba misses with an uppercut. Kassicus slips under a jab from Zagloba. An attempted straight right counter from Kassicus misses the target. Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Zagloba moves away and avoids it. Zagloba lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Zagloba takes one to the chin there. Kassicus connects with a crisp jab. Kassicus throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Zagloba on the side of the head. Kassicus thows a left - swing and a miss! Zagloba ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Zagloba tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. A telegraphed right hand from Zagloba misses the target. #CL2# Zagloba drives through and clinches with Kassicus against the ropes.
Zagloba throws a head punch that misses. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Zagloba managing to block the knees to the body from Kassicus.
Kassicus lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Kassicus avoiding damage as Zagloba throws knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Kassicus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zagloba manages to avoid it. Donk. Kassicus catches Zagloba right on the button with a cross. Zagloba lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Kassicus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kassicus lands a nice hook to Zagloba's body. Zagloba takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Zagloba connects with a leg kick. Kassicus takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kassicus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zagloba manages to avoid it. Kassicus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Zagloba misses with a two punch combination.
Zagloba slips a jab from Kassicus. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zagloba lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kassicus's sensitive parts. Zagloba lands a head kick!
#CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Zagloba tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kassicus swats him away and circles back towards the center. Kassicus drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Zagloba tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Zagloba finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T1# Zagloba moves out of range of the strikes. Zagloba is looking for the big counter here. Zagloba throws a head kick that misses. Zagloba ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Zagloba misses with a body shot.
Zagloba has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Zagloba tries to land a body kick and Kassicus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Zagloba lands a really nice looking cross but Kassicus seems unphased.
Jab, jab by Kassicus - just one landing. Kassicus looks to throw the jab but Zagloba is out of range. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kassicus, as that shot connected.
Zagloba is looking to clinch. Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zagloba moves away. Zagloba looks to land a combination but Kassicus avoids it well. Kassicus loads up on a big right hand but Zagloba slips the punch. Zagloba looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Zagloba fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Zagloba looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Kassicus lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Zagloba backs up against the ropes.
#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Zagloba misses with an uppercut. Kassicus saw that one coming. Kassicus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Zagloba throws an overhand right that lands on Kassicus's shoulder, as Kassicus tries to avoid the shot. Kassicus scores with a shot to the body.
Zagloba takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Kassicus throws a body shot but no joy. Zagloba connects with a jab. Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Zagloba ducks down to avoid it. Zagloba throws out a loose jab but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. An attempted straight right counter from Kassicus misses the target. Kassicus swings for the body but Zagloba moves out of range.
Zagloba looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Kassicus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Kassicus digs a good hook to Zagloba's body.
Zagloba on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Kassicus dips to his left and cracks Zagloba with an uppercut! The fighters circle momentarily. Kassicus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#ROC#Zagloba is rocked! Kassicus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Zagloba is still on wobbly legs! Can Kassicus finish him? Kassicus misses with a hook. Zagloba ducked under it nicely. Kassicus is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T3# Kassicus checks a leg kick. Zagloba seems to have recovered his senses. Kassicus scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Kassicus ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. A shot to the liver by Kassicus. Beautiful body shot. Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Zagloba ducks down to avoid it. Zagloba lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Zagloba moves away from the strike by Kassicus. Kassicus just misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Zagloba moves away and avoids it. A looping hook to the body misses from Kassicus. Zagloba does a little dance to reset his feet. Zagloba throws a right and a left that Kassicus avoids nicely. It looked like Kassicus was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Zagloba. Zagloba 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. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Zagloba sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kassicus throws a hook but Zagloba avoids it easily. Zagloba looks to throw the jab but Kassicus is out of range. Kassicus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zagloba.#T4# Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Zagloba attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Kassicus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Zagloba throws a head kick but Kassicus moves out of range.
Kassicus cracks Zagloba with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Zagloba throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kassicus counters with a nice uppercut. Kassicus lunges at Zagloba with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Zagloba's hand. Kassicus throws a shot to the body.
Zagloba throws a sloppy head kick and Kassicus moves out of range easily. Kassicus takes one on the button. Kassicus swats away the attempt to clinch by Zagloba. Zagloba dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kassicus. That did some damage! Kassicus connects with the punch. Onufry Zagloba has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Zagloba takes a jab right on the kisser.
Zagloba thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that's the end of the fight! Zacharias Kassicus showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kassicus, 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 Sergei Dronov scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus!
Zacharias Kassicus wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
AKF 20 | Benedetti vs. Durand
Date: Oct 02, 2021 |
#R1# Kassicus looks to land a left hand but Huri moved out of range nicely. Kassicus throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Huri on the side of the head. #CL2# Huri takes the fight into the clinch. Kassicus works on Huri's body with a couple of short punches. Kassicus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kassicus misses with a hook from the clinch. Huri trying to stall but Kassicus improves his position.
Kassicus wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Huri has him pressed against the ropes.#BC# Kassicus breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nice defenses there by Huri. Huri avoids the body shot from Kassicus.
Kassicus scores with a jab to the head.
Huri moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Kassicus looks to land a left hand but Huri moved out of range nicely. Huri throws a big counter head kick but Kassicus avoids it with no problem.#T1# A big right from Huri misses. A little feinted left hand from Kassicus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Kassicus defending well as Huri loads up on a big left hand. Huri on the wrong end of a nice hook. Huri takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A left lands for Kassicus. Jab by Kassicus. Huri with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kassicus to score with a decent uppercut. A cross from Huri lands.#CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kassicus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Huri on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Kassicus misses with a straight right. Huri defending well as Kassicus loads up on a big left hand. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kassicus throws a left and a right that both miss
and Huri counters with a stiff right hand. #T2# Huri scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Kassicus walks forward, straight into a front kick from Huri. Huri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Huri staying out of range there. Huri works the jab nicely. Huri takes a shot right to the bread basket. Huri throws a body shot but no joy. Kassicus blocks a jab. Huri slips a jab from Kassicus. Huri takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Kassicus throws a hook but Huri avoids it easily. Kassicus throws a combination that misses and Huri counters with a nice body kick. Huri slips under a jab from Kassicus.#T3# Kassicus misses with a straight right. Kassicus looks to score with a jab to the body but Huri is just out of range. Kassicus moves into range and connects with a jab. Huri slips a straight right by Kassicus. Kassicus is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. The fighters circling - Kassicus throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Kassicus clobbers Huri with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Kassicus avoids the head kick by Huri.
Kassicus throws a left and a right that both miss
and Huri counters with a stiff right hand. Huri has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Kassicus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. That kick from Huri tenderised Kassicus's leg. Kassicus is trying to keep his angry face on. Huri takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Huri drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. A head kick misses from Huri. #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! Kassicus looks to land a right hand but Huri moved out of range. Kassicus throws out a token jab with nothing on it. A nice side step and Huri releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Kassicus cracks Huri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Huri let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Huri moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Kassicus misses the jab. Huri misses with a hook. Kassicus ducked under it nicely. Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Huri ducks down to avoid it. It seemed like Huri was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Huri throws a right hand that Kassicus ducks under and follows up with a left that Kassicus also avoids with ease. Kassicus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Kassicus closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. A big left from Kassicus misses. Huri throws a hook to the side of Kassicus's head but Kassicus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Huri takes a shot right to the bread basket. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Kassicus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Huri counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Huri slips under a jab from Kassicus. As Kassicus backs off Huri throws a huge counter combo but Kassicus manages to avoid it all. Kassicus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Huri can do to turn this around? Kassicus throws a big shot that misses. Huri displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kassicus throws out the jab. Huri uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Huri is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kassicus with a body shot. Kassicus loads up on a big right hand but Huri slips the punch. Kassicus misses with an uppercut
and Huri connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kassicus cracks Huri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Huri ducks down to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Huri moves away and avoids it. Kassicus tries to move into range but Huri moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Kassicus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Huri moves away. Huri appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1# A jab lands there for Huri.#ROC2#Kassicus is rocked! Kassicus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Huri was well out of range. Poor timing from Kassicus. Oh Kassicus is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! BAM! Huri delivers a spinning backfist that drops Kassicus like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Bedr Huri! Bedr Huri decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
8L 91 - DurandIsaFuckingLegend
Date: Aug 06, 2021 |
#R1# Holmes takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kassicus checks a low kick from Holmes. Kassicus blocks a low kick nicely. Kassicus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Holmes. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Holmes. Holmes takes a swing at Kassicus's ribcage but misses. Holmes slips under a jab from Kassicus. Kassicus throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Kassicus throws a hook but Holmes blocks it. Kassicus scores with a nice head shot. Holmes lands a nice hook to Kassicus's body. Kassicus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Holmes misses with a straight right. Kassicus keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Holmes moves away and avoids it. Holmes's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kassicus under the eye. Holmes smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Holmes throws out a loose jab but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1# Holmes throws the kick towards the body but Kassicus avoids it. Holmes lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Holmes misses with a head kick.
Kassicus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Holmes sees it coming and avoids it easily. Holmes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Holmes uses good head movement to avoid it. Kassicus misses with a looping left. Holmes uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Kassicus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Holmes. A looping hook to the body misses from Kassicus. Holmes does a little dance to reset his feet. Holmes appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Holmes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kassicus scores with a jab to the jaw. Kassicus loads up on a big right hand but Holmes slips the punch. Holmes throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kassicus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2# Holmes connects with a looping right hand.
Kassicus misses with an uppercut. This has been an exciting period of action! Nice defenses there by Kassicus. Kassicus throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Holmes half committed to a counter leg kick. Holmes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. Kassicus checks a leg kick. Kassicus 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. Kassicus misses with a left hand and Holmes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kassicus misses with a hook
and Holmes counters with a leg kick. Holmes fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kassicus. Holmes avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Holmes walks into a jab. Kassicus lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Holmes blocks a jab. Holmes feints and then cracks Kassicus's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kassicus down. An inside leg kick lands from Holmes. 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 Raheem Holmes will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Holmes moves away and avoids it. Kassicus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Holmes.
Holmes motions for Kassicus to come forward. Holmes throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Kassicus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Kassicus works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Holmes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kassicus lands a right hook to the body.
Holmes throws a looping overhand right but Kassicus ducks down to avoid it. Holmes throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Holmes lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Holmes takes one to the side of the head.
Kassicus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Holmes. Kassicus lands with a shot to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A slow jab from Holmes misses its intended target. Holmes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1# Kassicus bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Holmes's head backwards. Holmes fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kassicus has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Holmes wants to land a leg kick but Kassicus is out of range. Holmes takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kassicus throws a right hand that misses
and Holmes counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Holmes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Holmes bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kassicus's head backwards. Kassicus scores with a punch to the head. Kassicus looks to land a left hand but Holmes moved out of range nicely. Holmes went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Kassicus misses with a shot to the body and Holmes counters with a nice leg kick. Kassicus throws a lazy uppercut
and Holmes counters with a nice body shot. Kassicus looks to throw the jab but Holmes is out of range. Kassicus misses with a right hand and Holmes counters with a straight right hand. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Holmes is looking to score with low kicks.#T2# Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Holmes saw that one coming. Holmes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kassicus takes a swing at Holmes's ribcage but misses. Holmes misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Kassicus looks to land a right hand but Holmes moved out of range. Holmes throwing a counter right hand but Kassicus manages to avoid it. A jab from Kassicus misses. Holmes throws a low kick but Kassicus moves out of range easily. Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Holmes tries to work over Kassicus's front leg with a kick but Kassicus checks it. A slow jab from Kassicus misses its intended target. A swing and a miss from Kassicus. A slow jab from Holmes misses its intended target. Kassicus throws a hook to the side of Holmes's head but Holmes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3# Holmes throws a leg kick that misses. A jab from Holmes misses. Kassicus misses with a hook. Holmes ducked under it nicely. Holmes jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Holmes avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Holmes slips under a jab from Kassicus. Kassicus swings for the body but Holmes moves out of range.
Holmes appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Kassicus lands a glancing blow to the side of Holmes's head. Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. A counter left hand to the body from Holmes misses its target. Kassicus looks to score with a jab to the body but Holmes is just out of range. A big right from Kassicus misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus connects with a crisp jab. Kassicus throws a jab when Holmes was well out of range. Kassicus lands a body shot.
Holmes ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Holmes ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1# Kassicus dodges the punch combination from Holmes.
Holmes tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Raheem Holmes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kassicus checks a low kick from Holmes. A countering left hand to the body from Kassicus misses. Sloppy strikes from Kassicus. Those never looked like landing. Nice body punch from Kassicus. Kassicus throws an overhand right that lands on Holmes's shoulder, as Holmes tries to avoid the shot. The fighters circling - Kassicus throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Kassicus avoids the head kick by Holmes.
A big left from Kassicus misses. Kassicus slips under a jab from Holmes. Holmes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. A looping hook to the body misses from Kassicus. Holmes does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2# Holmes walks into a stiff left hand from Kassicus. Kassicus throws a jab when Holmes was well out of range. Holmes is looking to counter punch. Decent striking displayed by Kassicus there. Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kassicus throws a hook but Holmes blocks it. Holmes throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Holmes blocks a jab. Kassicus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A little feinted left hand from Holmes on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. 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! Holmes misses with a hook. Kassicus ducked under it nicely. Kassicus avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Holmes wants to clinch. Kassicus pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Holmes back to the ropes. Kassicus follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
And that's the end of the fight! Zacharias Kassicus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Kassicus 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus!
Zacharias Kassicus wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
8L 86 - A Tommy Lee Event
Date: Jul 15, 2021 |
#R1# Kassicus comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Small misses with a leg kick and Kassicus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Kassicus comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Small lands with a nice body punch. Sloppy strikes from Kassicus. Those never looked like landing. Kassicus takes a swing at Small's ribcage but misses. Kassicus misses with a left hand and Small counters with a right hand to the body. An inside leg kick from Small misses. It looked like Kassicus was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Small. Kassicus takes one to the chin there. A bone on bone clash there as Kassicus blocks the leg kick.
Small moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Small ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kassicus moves away. Kassicus throws a body shot but no joy. Small fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kassicus checks it well. Small tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kassicus was well out of range. Poor timing from Small. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kassicus throws a jab when Small was well out of range. Small needs to keep his hands up - Kassicus had a free shot at his head there. Kassicus connects with a single shot there. Kassicus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Small.
#T1# Small dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Small misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kassicus.
Small keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A combination from Kassicus does no damage. Small throws the left hand but Kassicus avoids the punch easily. Kassicus drops his hands momentarily and Small takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Small scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Small slips under a jab from Kassicus. A nice side step and Small releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Small misses with a looping left. Nice uppercut there from Kassicus. Small throws a leg kick that misses. Small with a body punch. A glancing blow. Kassicus misses with a hook. Small ducked under it nicely. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kassicus scores with a jab to the body. Small throws a jab when Kassicus was well out of range. Kassicus lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Small circles away quickly and effectively. Kassicus misses the shot to the body. #T2# Small connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Kassicus connects with a looping right hand.
Kassicus misses with a hook
and Small counters with a stiff right hand. Small motions for Kassicus to come forward. Small throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Small throws out a leg kick but Kassicus moves out of range and Small only half commits. Small misses with a wild body shot. Small misses with a low kick.
Small takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Small slips a jab and a cross from Kassicus.
Small walks into a jab. Kassicus cracks Small with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes. Small just misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Kassicus just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Small defending well as Kassicus loads up on a big left hand. Small looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Kassicus uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Small has time to react. Kassicus takes a swing at Small's ribcage but misses. Kassicus throws a right hand that misses
and Small counters with an inside leg kick. 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 Zacharias Kassicus will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Small throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Small lands a leg kick that knocks Kassicus off balance momentarily. A looping hook to the body misses from Small. Kassicus does a little dance to reset his feet. Small misses with a hook
and Kassicus counters with a lovely straight right hand! Small misses with a body shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kassicus!
Small showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kassicus.
Kassicus throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Kassicus stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Small. Kassicus is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Kassicus tests Small's chin there with a solid looking shot. Kassicus throws a hook but Small avoids it easily. Small ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kassicus misses with a looping left. 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 slow jab from Kassicus misses its intended target. Small misses with a hook. Kassicus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Small. Small doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1# Kassicus misses with a straight left. Small now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Small swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Small throws a lazy uppercut
and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Small throws a chopping leg kick but Kassicus manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Small misses with a wild body shot. Small on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Kassicus throws the left hand but Small avoids the punch easily. Kassicus lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Small circles away quickly and effectively. Kassicus checks a leg kick. Small throws an overhand right that lands on Kassicus's shoulder, as Kassicus tries to avoid the shot. Small feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kassicuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Zacharias Kassicus is winning the standup battle so far. Small bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kassicus misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Small throws a front kick aimed at Kassicus's knee but Kassicus avoids it well. Kassicus is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Kassicus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T2# Kassicus avoids the body shot from Small.
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! Small throws a leg kick that misses. Kassicus takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Small is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kassicus rather than just go for the knockout. Small fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. A jab from Kassicus misses. Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kassicus avoids the body shot from Small.
Kassicus thuds a left hand into Small's body. Kassicus catches Small with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Small swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Small misses the target. Small showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kassicus.
The fighters circling - Kassicus throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Small uses good head movement to avoid it. Kassicus throws a body punch but Small moves out of range. The fight stays on the outside here - Small looks like he's thinking about clinching though. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Kassicus throws a hook but Small avoids it easily. Uriah Small has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kassicus darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Kassicus connects with a crisp jab. A solid leg kick lands there for Small.
Good standup being displayed there by Kassicus as he connects with a hook. Kassicus misses with a hook. Small ducked under it nicely. Small 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. Small throws a nice outside leg kick. Kassicus avoids the body shot from Small.
Kassicus with a nice cross. Kassicus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Small can do to turn this around? Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Small. Small looks to land a right hand but Kassicus moved out of range. Kassicus moves forwards but Small connects with a nice, crisp jab. A clash of legs there as Kassicus blocks the low kick. Kassicus scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Small pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kassicus is out of range and Small settles back down. It looked like Kassicus wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Kassicus misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A cross from Kassicus lands.#T1# Small swings away with a leg kick that misses. Small looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Small closes the distance and catches Kassicus with a lead hook that drops him to the canvas! Kassicus is clearly dazed and struggling here! 3,4,5,6,7 and Kassicus is up to his feet but the referee has called it off! Kassicus is still far too wobbly and he's not going to allow the fight to continue! Small takes it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Uriah Small! An out of breath Uriah Small 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:
8L 81 - Underweight Burns
Date: Jun 21, 2021 |
#R1# Bundy takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kassicus misses with a shot to the body #KD# and Bundy counters with a right, a left and a big uppercut that drops Kassicus to the mat! Bundy runs to a neutral corner to get the count going quickly. 3,4,5,6 and Kassicus is back to his feet. He seems ready to continue - the ref agrees so we're back at it! Kassicus throws a hook but Bundy avoids it easily. Kassicus swings widly with a right hand
#KD# and Bundy counters with a beautiful hook that drops Kassicus to the mat! Will Kassicus be able to recover his senses? The referee starts the count at 3 having sent Bundy to a neutral corner. 4,5,6 and Kassicus is up. He looks OK to continue. #ROC#Kassicus is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. This has been an exciting period of action! Bundy ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Kassicus out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Solomon Bundy! Solomon Bundy gave a mention to Urban Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
8L 78 - Slevin
Date: Jun 12, 2021 |
#R1# Barboza walks into a left hand. Barboza tries to score with a low kick but Kassicus moves his leg out of the way. It seemed like Kassicus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Barboza misses with a double jab
and Kassicus counters with a straight right hand. Barboza throws a lazy uppercut
and Kassicus counters with a straight right hand. Kassicus throws out a powerful jab. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kassicus checks a leg kick. Kassicus drops his hands momentarily and Barboza takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus throws a right and a left that Barboza avoids nicely. Barboza throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kassicus stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Barboza throws a right and a left that both miss. A nice side step and Kassicus releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A combination from Kassicus does no damage. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kassicus throws a poor cross that misses
and Kassicus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #KD# Barboza drops a shoulder and throws a biiiig uppercut that drops Kassicus onto his butt! Kassicus pops straight back to his feet to convince the referee that he's OK to continue. Kassicus walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Barboza! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bento Barboza! Bento Barboza decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
8L 73 - Down for the Count
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1# Kassicus connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Waldron takes a body punch but keeps moving. A telegraphed right hand from Kassicus misses the target. Kassicus misses with a straight left. A nice side step and Waldron releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Waldron scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Kassicus cracks Waldron with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes. Kassicus scores with a one two! Waldron had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Waldron just misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus misses with a two punch combination.
Kassicus swings for the body but Waldron moves out of range.
Waldron only half commits to the counter leg kick. Kassicus misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Waldron moves away. Waldron looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Waldron clobbers Kassicus with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Some wild striking there from Kassicus.
#T1# Kassicus lunges at Waldron with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Waldron's hand. Kassicus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Nice uppercut there from Kassicus. Kassicus scores with a hook. Waldron misses with a hook. Kassicus thows a left - swing and a miss! It seemed like Waldron was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Kassicus avoids a lazy jab quite easily. It looked like Kassicus was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Waldron. Kassicus misses with a hook
enabling Waldron to counter with a crisp jab. Kassicus misses with a hook. Waldron ducked under it nicely. Waldron tries to counter by closing the distance. Kassicus misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kassicus connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Waldron 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. Kassicus looks to land a combination but Waldron avoids it well. #T2# Waldron is looking to clinch. Kassicus misses with a hook. It seemed like Waldron was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Kassicus throws a hook but Waldron blocks it. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Waldron moves away. Waldron throws a hook but Kassicus blocks it. Kassicus throwing a counter right hand but Waldron manages to avoid it.#CL2# Waldron clinches up with Kassicus and pushes him back against the ropes. Still in the clinch, Kassicus scores with a nice short uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Johnny Waldron has been cut. Kassicus misses with a punch to the body.
Waldron blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Waldron avoiding damage as Kassicus throws knees to the body.
Kassicus blocks a body shot from Waldron. With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Waldron just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kassicus's brow. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Kassicus lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Kassicus trying to land knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Kassicus throws an off balance right hand
and Waldron counters with a left to the body. Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Waldron. Waldron looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Kassicus misses with a double jab.
Good exchange - Kassicus coming out on top. Kassicus scores with a sloppy right hand. Waldron should have avoided that one. Zacharias Kassicus is winning the standup battle so far. Kassicus fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Kassicus scores with a jab. Waldron acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Waldron tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. Kassicus wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus throws a right and a left that both miss. Kassicus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Waldron takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Waldron takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1# Kassicus pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A countering left hand to the body from Waldron misses. Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Waldron. It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Kassicus here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man. Kassicus looks to throw the jab but Waldron is out of range. Kassicus throws a lazy uppercut
and Waldron counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kassicus's knee momentarily. Kassicus throws a hook but Waldron blocks it. Waldron getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Kassicus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Waldron can do to turn this around? A big right from Kassicus misses. Waldron walks into a stiff left hand from Kassicus. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kassicus throws a poor cross that misses
and Waldron counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kassicus's knee momentarily. A slow jab from Kassicus misses its intended target. It seemed like Waldron was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Kassicus fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Waldron on the side of the head. Kassicus throws a body shot but no joy. Waldron wants to counter with a clinch but Kassicus pushes him away.#T2# Kassicus throws a lazy uppercut
and before Kassicus has any time to reset, Waldron cracks him with a big right hand that drops him face first to the canvas! He's hurt! I don't think he's going to get back up from that one! He's trying but he's doing the chicken dance and has face planted into to ropes, causing the referee to bring this fight to an end! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Johnny Waldron! |
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Event:
8L 64 - Allardyce
Date: Apr 14, 2021 |
#R1# Mboya tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Kassicus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mboya. Mboya scores with a hook.#CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus blocks the body kick.
Kassicus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Mboya swings for the body but Kassicus moves out of range.
Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Mboya. Kassicus misses with a looping left. Mboya dodges the punch combination from Kassicus.
Nice body punch from Kassicus. Mboya just misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus moves out of range of the body kick. A swing and a miss from Mboya. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kassicus lands a right hook to the body.
Mboya misses with a left hand and Kassicus counters with a lovely straight right hand! Mboya displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kassicus throws out the jab. Kassicus sizes up Mboya with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Mboya takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. A telegraphed right hand from Mboya misses the target. #T1# Kassicus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mboya. Mboya tries to land a front kick but Kassicus steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. A big left from Kassicus misses. Mboya misses the shot to the body. Mboya tries to move into range but Kassicus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Mboya scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Kassicus lands a really nice looking cross but Mboya seems unphased.
Mboya throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Nice uppercut there from Kassicus. A swing and a miss from Kassicus. Mboya looks to land a right hand but Kassicus moved out of range. Mboya has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Kassicus takes one to the side of the head.
Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Mboya ducks down to avoid it. Mboya displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kassicus throws out the jab. Kassicus on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mboya. Mboya obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kassicus feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mboyas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Raymond Mboya seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mboya throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Kassicus counters with a lovely straight right hand! Mboya lands a really nice looking cross but Kassicus seems unphased.
Mboya takes one on the button.#T2# Kassicus lands with a right hand. Mboya throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Kassicus is looking to counter punch. Mboya waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kassicus. Mboya throws a series of strikes that have Kassicus backpedaling.
Mboya misses with an uppercut. Kassicus saw that one coming. Mboya ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Kassicus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kassicus bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mboya's head. Mboya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kassicus moves away. Kassicus works over Mboya's head and body with a nice combination. Mboya ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Mboya misses the jab. Kassicus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mboya 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 Kassicus has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kassicus and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Mboya misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kassicus.
Kassicus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Kassicus thuds a left hand into Mboya's body. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Mboya throws a body kick despite being completely out of range enabling Kassicus to counter with a crisp jab. Kassicus throws a big shot that misses. Mboya bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Mboya misses with a kick to the body and Kassicus counters with a nice uppercut. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Kassicus connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mboya. Mboya circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Kassicus lands with a nice body punch. Kassicus misses with a looping right. Mboya doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Mboya tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Mboya needs to keep his hands up - Kassicus had a free shot at his head there. Mboya takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Kassicus lands with a shot to the body. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Mboya uses good head movement to avoid it. Kassicus lands with a right hand. Kassicus misses with a hook. Kassicus feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mboyas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Mboya ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. 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! Mboya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kassicus moves away. Kassicus throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Mboya throws a head kick that misses. Kassicus seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Kassicus lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Mboya throws a sloppy head kick and Kassicus moves out of range easily. Kassicus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1# Kassicus misses the jab. Mboya throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Mboya moves out of range of the strikes. Mboya throws a nice inside leg kick. A shot to the liver by Kassicus. Beautiful body shot. Mboya misses with a combination
and Kassicus counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#Mboya is rocked! Kassicus connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Mboya out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zacharias Kassicus! |
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Event:
8L 59 - Neill
Date: Mar 17, 2021 |
#R1# The fighters circling - Baba throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Kassicus dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Kassicus's jab looks to have found its range, popping Baba under the eye. Kassicus connects with the punch. Kassicus comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Kassicus misses the jab. Baba really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. A telegraphed right hand from Kassicus misses the target. Kassicus throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Kassicus lands a nice shot that snaps Baba's head back.
Kassicus loads up on a big right hand but Baba slips the punch. Baba displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kassicus throws out the jab. Kassicus slips under a jab from Baba. Baba throws a lazy right hand but Kassicus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kassicus cracks Baba with an open hand slap. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. Baba looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Baba - that will leave a mark!
Kassicus slips under a jab. Kassicus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1# Kassicus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Baba throws a sloppy head kick and Kassicus moves out of range easily. Baba throws out a leg kick but Kassicus moves out of range and Baba only half commits. Baba swings widly with a right hand
letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Baba ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kassicus lands a jab to the head.
Kassicus lands a head shot. Baba uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kassicus. A low kick from Baba is predictable there and Kassicus counters with a straight right hand. Kassicus throws a jab when Baba was well out of range. Baba throws a lazy right hand but Kassicus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kassicus looks to throw the jab but Baba is out of range. Kassicus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kassicus looks to throw the jab but Baba is out of range. Kassicus with a body punch. A glancing blow. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kassicus keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Baba has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter in the buildup to the fight. Kassicus throws a hook to the side of Baba's head but Baba sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2# Kassicus throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baba counters with a slapping leg kick. Kassicus 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. Baba blocks a jab. Baba scores with a hook to the body. Kassicus takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Kassicus is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Baba had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush. Baba walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Kassicus looks to land a left hand but Baba moved out of range nicely. Baba with a nice cross. Kassicus throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Baba stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Kassicus scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Kassicus takes a swing at Baba's ribcage but misses. Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Baba ducks down to avoid it. An inside leg kick from Baba misses. It seemed like Kassicus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Kassicus misses with a hook. Baba ducked under it nicely. Baba is looking to counter punch. Baba takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baba moves away from the strike by Kassicus. Baba takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Baba takes a body punch but keeps moving. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus 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# Kassicus looks to throw the jab but Baba is out of range. Kassicus misses with a left hand and Baba counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Baba slips a jab from Kassicus. Baba looks to land a combination but Kassicus avoids it well. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Baba saw that one coming. Kassicus throws a shot to the body.
A cross from Baba lands. Baba lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kassicus circles away quickly and effectively. Kassicus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Kassicus throws an overhand right that lands on Baba's shoulder, as Baba tries to avoid the shot. Baba tries to bum rush Kassicus with a series of wild strikes but Kassicus uses good footwork to avoid the assault. The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Kassicus. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man. Baba throws a right and a left that Kassicus avoids nicely. Baba throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kassicus darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Kassicus connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kassicus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Kassicus throws an overhand right that lands on Baba's shoulder, as Baba tries to avoid the shot. Baba was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Kassicus lands a nice hook to Baba's body. Baba takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1# Baba swings widly with a right hand
enabling Kassicus to counter with a crisp jab. Kassicus dodges the punch combination from Baba.
Baba fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kassicus looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. A slow jab from Baba misses its intended target. Kassicus thows a left - swing and a miss! Baba tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kassicus was well out of range. Poor timing from Baba. Baba keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kassicus. Baba was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Baba moves out of range of the strikes. Baba throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Baba looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Kassicus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Baba ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Baba misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kassicus.
Baba throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Baba takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2# Baba is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kassicus throws a good cross that connects.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kassicus takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. A punch lands to the side of Kassicus 's head but he takes it in his stride. Baba with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kassicus to score with a decent uppercut. Baba lands a really nice looking cross but Kassicus seems unphased.
Kassicus misses with a hook. Baba misses with a hook
and Kassicus counters with a right hand to the body. Baba keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kassicus. Baba fails to land with a series of punches.
Kassicus misses with a looping right. Kassicus misses the jab. Kassicus staying out of range there. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Baba is looking to chop away at Kassicus's legs. Baba throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Baba throws a leg kick but Kassicus moved away. Baba moves into range and connects with a jab. 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 Ari Baba will probably get the nod. That's time! 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# Baba misses the jab. Baba lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Baba connects with a body shot that sends Kassicus's belly button to the back. Baba staying out of range there. Kassicus misses with a lunging right hand
and Baba counters with a straight right hand. Baba throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baba takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kassicus throws a series of punches but Baba avoids them all with ease. Kassicus scores with a nice right hand.
Kassicus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Baba. Baba throws a good cross that connects.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kassicus. Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Baba sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kassicus checks the leg kick. Kassicus cracks a nice hook into Baba's ribs. Kassicus uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Baba has time to react.#T1# A big left from Kassicus misses. Baba appears to be looking for a big counter. Baba looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Kassicus lunges at Baba with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Baba's hand. Well,Baba is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes? Baba ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Baba was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Kassicus looks to score with a jab to the body but Baba is just out of range. Baba throws the left hand but Kassicus avoids the punch easily. Kassicus lands with a hook. Baba tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Kassicus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Baba. Baba on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Kassicus connects with a jab. Kassicus misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Zacharias Kassicus seems to be getting the better of the standup. Baba bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kassicus's head. Baba lands a right and a left and another right! Kassicus goes down! Oh, he's in big, big trouble! 3,4,5,6,7,8... he's up to one knee... 9,10! He can't beat the count - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Ari Baba! |
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Event:
8L 52 - TITL3 N1GHT
Date: Feb 10, 2021 |
#R1# Sonni doesn't manage to clinch there - Kassicus circles away.
Sonni's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Sonni duly obliges. #CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sonni. Kassicus walks into a straight right hand from Sonni. Sonni throws a jab when Kassicus was well out of range. Kassicus throwing a counter right hand but Sonni manages to avoid it. We've been informed that Sonni 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. Sonni throws a shot to the body.
Sonni lands with an overhand left. Sonni scores with a shot to the body.
Sonni tries to clinch there but Kassicus circles away.
It looked like Kassicus wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Sonni tries to clinch but fails miserably and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kassicus throws a jab when Sonni was well out of range. No joy there for Sonni, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kassicus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kassicus works Sonni's body with a nice hook. Kassicus pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A looping hook to the body misses from Kassicus. Sonni does a little dance to reset his feet. Kassicus darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Kassicus lands a right hook to the body.
Kassicus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kassicus is looking for a counter combo.#T1# Sonni with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kassicus lands an overhand right. Sonni misses with a hook. Sonni throws a leg kick but Kassicus sees it coming and moves out of range. Kassicus moves out of range of the strikes. Sonni wants to clinch and Kassicus counters with a lovely straight right hand! Sonni moves away from the strike by Kassicus. Sonni looks to land a right hand but Kassicus moved out of range. An attempted straight right counter from Kassicus misses the target. Sonni scores with a hook to the body. Kassicus takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Sonni fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Sonni lands a right hook to the body.
Kassicus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Sonni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Sonni. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kassicus. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Sonni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. #T2# Sonni moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Sonni takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Kassicus blocks a jab. Kassicus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sonni. Sonni sizes up Kassicus with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Sonni misses the shot to the body. Sonni throws a lazy uppercut
letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Sonni works the jab nicely. Kassicus scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Kassicus lands a jab to the head.
Sonni lands with a good body shot. Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Sonni. Kassicus throws out a powerful jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Sonni moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2# Sonni forces Kassicus back against the ropes and clinches. Sonni content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kassicus working aggressively here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Keke Sonni will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2# Kassicus getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Sloppy strikes from Sonni. Those never looked like landing. Sonni throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kassicus. Kassicus digs a good hook to Sonni's body.
Kassicus lands a jab. Kassicus lands a really nice looking cross but Sonni seems unphased.
Kassicus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sonni. Kassicus is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Sonni loads up on a big right hand but Kassicus slips the punch. Sonni connects with a body shot that sends Kassicus's belly button to the back. Sonni lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kassicus circles away quickly and effectively. Sonni throws a big shot that misses. Kassicus slips a straight right by Sonni. Sonni takes a swing at Kassicus's ribcage but misses. It looked like Kassicus wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2# Sonni moves into the clinch successfully.
A head punch on the inside from Kassicus fails to land. Sonni throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sonni. #T1# Sonni throws a punch but it's blocked by Kassicus. Sonni throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sonni. A shot in the inside from Kassicus. Sonni taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. Sonni tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kassicus tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sonni avoids it. Kassicus tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sonni avoids it. Sonni looks to throw an elbow but misses. Kassicus is leaning against Sonni and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Sonni misses with a short punch on the inside. Still in the clinch, Kassicus scores with a nice short uppercut. Kassicus lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A short left from Kassicus. Kassicus misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Sonni fails to land. #T2# Sonni throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
#BC# Kassicus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sonni takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Sonni throws a poor cross that misses
and Kassicus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. A telegraphed right hand from Kassicus misses the target. Sonni throws out a loose jab but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. Keke Sonni seems to be getting the better of the standup. Sonni looks to land a combination but Kassicus avoids it well. Kassicus's corner calls for a 1-2. Kassicus obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Sonni tries to clinch letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Sonni misses with a left hand and Kassicus makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Sonni takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Sonni tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kassicus was well out of range. Poor timing from Sonni. A jab from Sonni does it's job there. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Sonni moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Sonni looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Sonni throws a right hand that Kassicus ducks under and follows up with a left that Kassicus also avoids with ease. Kassicus throws the left hand but Sonni avoids the punch easily. Sonni looks like he wants to counter punch here. Kassicus 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. 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# Donk. Kassicus catches Sonni right on the button with a cross. Sonni takes a shot right to the bread basket. Kassicus scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sonni in his tracks. A jab from Kassicus misses. Kassicus walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Sonni ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Sonni misses with a lunging right hand
and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kassicus swings widly with a right hand
letting Sonni counter with a right hand. #CUT2#Zacharias Kassicus's cut is getting worse. Kassicus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Sonni to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#Kassicus is rocked! Sonni connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Kassicus out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Keke Sonni! Keke Sonni 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:
8L 50 - Teflon
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1# Dunn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dunn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kassicus.
A telegraphed right hand from Kassicus misses the target. Dunn misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus misses with a straight left. Kassicus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Nice shot lands for Kassicus. Dunn throws a right hand that misses
and Kassicus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Dunn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kassicuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Dunn lands a jab to the head.
Dunn has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kassicus finds it's way round the side to connect with Dunn's head. Kassicus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dunn.
Kassicus loads up on a big right hand but Dunn slips the punch. Dunn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kassicus manages to avoid it. Kassicus connects with a crisp jab. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Dunn swings for the body but Kassicus moves out of range.
Dunn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Dunn pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Kassicus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dunn.
Kassicus fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T1# Dunn throws a looping overhand right but Kassicus ducks down to avoid it. A punch combination from Dunn misses. Kassicus swings and misses with a shot to the body and Dunn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Dunn throws a hook but Kassicus blocks it. Dunn takes a swing at Kassicus's ribcage but misses. Decent striking displayed by Kassicus there. Dunn throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Dunn misses with a body shot.
Dunn looks to score with a jab to the body but Kassicus is just out of range. Kassicus lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Kassicus slips a jab from Dunn. Kassicus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dunn. Dunn missing with a left hand there. Kassicus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Kassicus avoids the body shot from Dunn.
Dunn misses with a hook
and Dunn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Dunn slips a straight right by Kassicus. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Dunn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kassicus manages to avoid it. Dunn 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. Dunn misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus throws out a counter right but Dunn avoids it with no problem.#T2# Kassicus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dunn. Kassicus pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Kassicus misses with a straight right. Kassicus darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Dunn lands a slapping body shot.
Bradley Dunn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Dunn misses with a hook to the body
and Kassicus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Dunn lands a nice hook to Kassicus's body. Kassicus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Kassicus 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. Kassicus takes a swing at Dunn's ribcage but misses. Dunn throws a hook but Kassicus avoids it easily. Dunn misses with a jab to the body
and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Dunn blocks a jab. Kassicus listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Dunn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kassicus was well out of range. Poor timing from Dunn. Kassicus throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dunn on the side of the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Dunn moves forwards but Kassicus connects with a nice, crisp jab. A combination from Kassicus does no damage. Dunn throws a shot from downtown. Kassicus moves away and avoids it. Dunn moves away from the strike by Kassicus. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus 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# Dunn looks to land a left hand but Kassicus moved out of range nicely. A jab from Kassicus does it's job there. A swing and a miss from Dunn. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Dunn saw that one coming. A jab from Dunn does it's job there. Dunn throws a hook to the side of Kassicus's head but Kassicus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Dunn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slow jab from Dunn misses its intended target. Dunn throws an off balance right hand
and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kassicus throws the left hand but Dunn avoids the punch easily. Dunn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kassicus manages to avoid it. Kassicus now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be getting the better of the standup. Dunn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kassicus moves away. Dunn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kassicuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Kassicus has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. Kassicus throws out a powerful jab. Dunn is looking to wear down Kassicus with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Dunn defending well as Kassicus loads up on a big left hand. Dunn lands with a straight right. Kassicus didn't see that one coming. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Dunn throws a hook but Kassicus avoids it easily. Nice shot by Kassicus. A swing and a miss from Dunn.#T1# Dunn throws a hook to the side of Kassicus's head but Kassicus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Dunn misses with the combination.
Kassicus digs a good hook to Dunn's body.
Dunn misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A nice combination there by Kassicus.
Kassicus moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Dunn connects with a body shot that sends Kassicus's belly button to the back. Dunn ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Dunn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kassicuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Kassicus blocks a jab. It seemed like Kassicus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Dunn misses with a wild body shot. Dunn throws a jab when Kassicus was well out of range. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kassicus! But no joy. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kassicus stuns Dunn with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Dunn misses with a shot to the body and Kassicus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Nice defenses there by Kassicus. Kassicus misses with a straight right. #T2# Dunn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kassicuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Kassicus lands with a straight right. Dunn didn't see that one coming. Dunn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kassicus. Kassicus walks into a straight right hand from Dunn.#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Dunn misses with a lunging right hand
and Dunn takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. A telegraphed right hand from Dunn misses the target. Kassicus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dunn was well out of range. Poor timing from Kassicus. Dunn drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dunn moves away. Kassicus avoids the body shot from Dunn.
Kassicus looks to score with a jab to the body but Dunn is just out of range. Kassicus walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Dunn stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus lands a nice looking body shot.
Dunn throws the left hand but Kassicus avoids the punch easily. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kassicus! But no joy. A big right from Dunn misses. Dunn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kassicus manages to avoid it. 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 Bradley Dunn will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus'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. This is the final round!#R3# Dunn misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kassicus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Dunn misses with a straight right. Dunn misses with a left hand and Kassicus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. A big right from Dunn misses. Dunn throws out a loose jab but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. Dunn takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dunn tries to bum rush Kassicus with a series of wild strikes but Kassicus uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Dunn takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dunn takes a swing at Kassicus's ribcage but misses. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kassicus. Dunn has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kassicus finds it's way round the side to connect with Dunn's head. Dunn looks to land a combination but Kassicus avoids it well. Dunn throws a shot from downtown. Kassicus moves away and avoids it. 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 shot to the body from Dunn misses and Kassicus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Kassicus slips under a jab from Dunn. Kassicus lands with a good body shot. Dunn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. Dunn takes a swing at Kassicus's ribcage but misses. Dunn uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus.#T1# Kassicus connects with a crisp jab. Dunn comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Kassicus throws a right hand that Dunn ducks under and follows up with a left that Dunn also avoids with ease. Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dunn moves away. Dunn defending well as Kassicus loads up on a big left hand. Kassicus scores with a nice head shot. Dunn misses with a straight right. Dunn doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Kassicus slips a straight right by Dunn. Dunn misses with a hook. Kassicus ducked under it nicely. Dunn misses with a body shot.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Dunn connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kassicus's hands. Dunn lands with a nice body punch. Kassicus lands a nice shot that snaps Dunn'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! Kassicus just misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus lands an overhand right. Dunn misses with a wild body shot. #T2# Dunn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kassicus moves away. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Kassicus looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Dunn staying out of range there. Good standup being displayed there by Kassicus as he connects with a hook. Dunn looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Dunn is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kassicus. Kassicus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kassicus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dunn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Kassicus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dunn finds it's way round the side to connect with Kassicus's head. A looping hook to the body misses from Kassicus. Dunn does a little dance to reset his feet. Kassicus connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dunn's hands. A lazy left from Kassicus finds it's target. Kassicus misses with a hook. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Dunn doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Kassicus scores with a hook. Bradley Dunn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kassicus slips under a jab.
And that's the end of the fight! Zacharias Kassicus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Kassicus 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge Ian Loll scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge William Peck scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus!
Zacharias Kassicus wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
8L 44 - Lil show
Date: Dec 31, 2020 |
#R1# Czarny misses with a leg kick and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kassicus cracks Czarny with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes. Czarny tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kassicus was well out of range. Poor timing from Czarny. Czarny throws a head kick that misses. Czarny tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Some wild striking there from Czarny.
Kassicus looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Kassicus checks a low kick from Czarny. A head kick misses from Czarny. Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kassicus missing with a left hand there. Czarny was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Czarny misses with a body shot.
Kassicus has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Czarny is landing a low percentage of strikes. Kassicus misses the shot to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Czarny throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kassicus takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kassicus checks a leg kick. Kassicus pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Czarny throws a leg kick which misses Kassicus's front leg but catches the back leg as Kassicus tries to avoid it. #T1# Some wild striking there from Czarny.
Kassicus avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kassicus throws a series of punches but Czarny moves out of range. Kassicus connects with a nice looking jab.
Czarny jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Czarny sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Czarny misses with a low kick. A swing and a miss from Kassicus. Kassicus steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Czarny. That one must have hurt. Czarny dodges the punch combination from Kassicus.
Kassicus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Czarny. A jab from Czarny does it's job there. A left and a right from Czarny both land. Nice combination. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Czarny throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Czarny tries to clinch up. Czarny has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Punch Out Gym in the buildup to the fight. Czarny staying out of range there.#T2# Czarny throws an overhand right that lands on Kassicus's shoulder, as Kassicus tries to avoid the shot. Czarny misses with a low kick.
Czarny throws a combination that misses and Kassicus counters with a stiff right hand. Kassicus takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Kassicus works the jab nicely. Czarny displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kassicus throws out the jab. Kassicus 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. Czarny blocks a jab. Czarny misses with a two punch combination.
Czarny throws a hook but Kassicus blocks it. Czarny misses with a combination
and Kassicus counters with a nice uppercut. Czarny throws a lazy head kick and Kassicus counters with a left to the body. Kassicus throws a hook but Czarny blocks it. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Czarny looks to land a left hand but Kassicus moved out of range nicely. Czarny uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kassicus.
Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Zacharias Kassicus will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus'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.#R2# Czarny ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Kassicus bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be getting the better of the standup. A lazy left from Kassicus finds it's target. Czarny throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Czarny connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Czarny doesn't manage to clinch there - Kassicus circles away.
Czarny uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. Czarny appears to be looking for a big counter. Czarny throws a lazy uppercut
and Kassicus counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Czarny on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Czarny tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kassicus swats him away and circles back towards the center. Kassicus misses the shot to the body. Czarny avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Czarny throws a looping overhand right but Kassicus ducks down to avoid it. Kassicus moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Czarny sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Zawisza Czarny is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Czarny misses with a jab to the body
and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Kassicus jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T1# Kassicus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Czarny. Czarny on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Czarny moves away from the strike by Kassicus. Kassicus misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus lands with a nice body punch. Czarny throws a body punch but Kassicus moves out of range. Czarny misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus throws a nice looking combination but Czarny bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. A combination from Czarny does no damage. Kassicus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Czarny.
Czarny throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kassicus staying out of range there. Czarny cracks a nice hook into Kassicus's ribs. Czarny throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Czarny throws a series of strikes that have Kassicus backpedaling.
Czarny tries to clinch and Kassicus counters with a nice uppercut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Czarny tries to clinch but Kassicus moves out of range. #T2# Kassicus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Czarny misses with a double jab.
Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Czarny. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Czarny saw that one coming. Czarny tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kassicus paws at him with a jab and circles away. Kassicus misses the jab. A jab from Czarny misses. Czarny throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Czarny keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kassicus. Czarny looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Kassicus looks to land a left hand but Czarny moved out of range nicely. Czarny fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Czarny fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kassicus has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Czarny throws an off balance right hand
letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Kassicus missing with a left hand there. Czarny was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Czarny throws a wild combination but nothing lands. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds 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# Kassicus throws a poor cross that misses
letting Czarny counter with a right hand. Kassicus cracks Czarny with a good jab. Czarny falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kassicus counters with a lovely shot to the body. A swing and a miss from Czarny. Kassicus lands a right hook to the body.
Kassicus lands a nice shot that snaps Czarny's head back.
Czarny gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Czarny misses with a two punch combination.
Kassicus misses with a straight left. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Czarny uses good head movement to avoid it. Czarny takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Kassicus throws a hook but Czarny blocks it. Kassicus looks to score with a jab to the body but Czarny is just out of range. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Czarny throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Czarny just misses with a punch to the body.
Czarny looks to score with a jab to the body but Kassicus is just out of range.#T1# Czarny misses with a hook. Kassicus throws out a counter right but Czarny avoids it with no problem. Kassicus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kassicus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Czarny was well out of range. Poor timing from Kassicus. Czarny motions for Kassicus to come forward. Czarny throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Czarny slips under a jab from Kassicus. Czarny takes one to the chin there. Czarny misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Czarny tries a head kick but it misses.
Kassicus showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Czarny.
Kassicus thows a left - swing and a miss! A jab from Kassicus finds it's way through Czarny's defenses. Kassicus throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Kassicus swinging wildly here.
#T2# Czarny shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Czarny displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kassicus throws out the jab. Kassicus showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Czarny.
Czarny looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Czarny lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Czarny throws a leg kick but Kassicus moved away. A big left from Kassicus misses. Czarny looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. A jab from Kassicus misses. Kassicus swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Czarny. Kassicus staying out of range there. Kassicus takes a body punch but keeps moving. Kassicus throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Czarny scoring well with a low kick there.
Zawisza Czarny has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kassicus takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
And that's the end of the fight! Zacharias Kassicus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Kassicus 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 Smith scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge Alec Ball scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus!
Zacharias Kassicus wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
8L 41 - Time travel
Date: Dec 10, 2020 |
#R1# Noel throws a looping overhand right but Kassicus ducks down to avoid it. Kassicus keeps the fight on the outside. Noel swings widly with a right hand
and Kassicus counters with a nice uppercut. Noel doesn't manage to clinch there - Kassicus circles away.
Kassicus slips a jab from Noel. Noel lands a nice hook to Kassicus's body. Kassicus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Noel jabbing away but nothing is landing. Kassicus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Noel connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus slips under a jab. Kassicus lands with a right hand. Noel takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Noel takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Noel is looking to clinch but Kassicus is avoiding it.
Noel takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kassicus looks to throw the jab but Noel is out of range. Kassicus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Noel scores with a punch to the head. Noel slips under a jab from Kassicus. Chubby Noel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kassicus takes one to the chin there.#ROC2#Kassicus is rocked! Noel uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kassicus.#T1# Noel takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Noel connects with a body shot that sends Kassicus's belly button to the back. Noel connects with a quick right hand that sends Kassicus tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Chubby Noel! Our winner, Chubby Noel, 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:
Eight Limbs XXXVI - Rabid
Date: Nov 21, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Kassicus misses with a body shot.
Nice cross by Kassicus. Kassicus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Waldron throws a quick inside leg kick. Kassicus misses with a hook
and Waldron counters with a stiff right hand. Kassicus misses with a right hand #CL2# and Waldron counters by moving into the clinch. Waldron pushes off an throws an elbow but Kassicus leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes. Waldron lands with a short head shot on the inside. Kassicus works on Waldron's body with a couple of short punches. Waldron with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short right from Kassicus on the inside. Kassicus throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Waldrons head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Waldron tries a knee to the head but Kassicus blocks it.
Kassicus goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Waldron tries to land knees in the clinch but Kassicus avoids the damage to the body. Waldron tries to stall but Kassicus uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
I was talking to Kassicus's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC# Kassicus breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Waldron throws a lazy uppercut
letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kassicus throws a hook to the side of Waldron's head but Waldron sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1# Kassicus slips a jab and a cross from Waldron.
Kassicus was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Kassicus cracks Waldron with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Waldron misses with a looping left. Waldron ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Waldron follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. Kassicus throws a nice looking combination but Waldron bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Waldron tries to counter by closing the distance. Waldron misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Kassicus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. An inside leg kick from Waldron misses. Waldron blocks a jab. Waldron wants to clinch up but Kassicus keeps it at a distance. A looping hook to the body misses from Kassicus. Waldron does a little dance to reset his feet. Kassicus lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Kassicus throws a big shot that misses. Kassicus lands with a straight right. Waldron didn't see that one coming. Kassicus is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Kassicus takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Kassicus swings widly with a right hand
enabling Waldron to counter with a crisp 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! Kassicus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2# Kassicus scores with a one two! Waldron had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Kassicus takes a swing at Waldron's ribcage but misses. Kassicus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Kassicus throws the left hand but Waldron avoids the punch easily. Kassicus misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus throws a sloppy body shot
and Waldron counters with a thumping low kick. Kassicus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kassicus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Waldron throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kassicus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Waldron tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kassicus was well out of range. Poor timing from Waldron. A little feinted left hand from Kassicus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Waldron moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Waldron steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Waldron connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Waldron throws out a counter right but Kassicus avoids it with no problem. Waldron throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kassicus on the side of the head. 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 Zacharias Kassicus will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Kassicus lands with a good body shot. Kassicus lands a jab to the nose. Kassicus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Waldron avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Waldron tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kassicus paws at him with a jab and circles away. Good shot there by Waldron. Kassicus misses with a straight left. Waldron takes one to the chin there. Kassicus misses with the combination.
Waldron is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kassicus with a body shot. Waldron misses with a right hand and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Waldron drives through and clinches with Kassicus against the ropes.
A right hand to the body from Kassicus.
Waldron's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. A short right hand to the side of the head by Kassicus.#T1# A short uppercut from Kassicus. Kassicus has Waldron pressed against the ropes.
Waldron managing to block the knees to the body from Kassicus.
Kassicus working aggressively here.
Waldron avoiding damage as Kassicus throws knees to the body.
Kassicus presses Waldron against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Kassicus lands with a left to the head. Waldron looks to throw an elbow but misses. Waldron is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kassicus is keeping busy. Waldron working Kassicus over with knees to the body. Zacharias Kassicus has scored more points in the clinch so far. A nice right hand lands inside from Waldron. #CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus lands a hook that snaps the head of Waldron backwards. #CUT#It looks like Johnny Waldron has been cut. Kassicus lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Waldron throws an elbow but it misses.
Waldron's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses. #T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Waldron trying to land knees to the body.
Kassicus works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Waldron swings wildly with an uppercut but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. Kassicus managing to block the knees to the body from Waldron.
A body shot lands from Kassicus.
Waldron looks to throw an elbow but misses. Kassicus throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Waldron is breathing heavily.#BC# Kassicus breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Waldron has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Waldron ducks down to avoid it. Kassicus misses the shot to the body. Waldron thows a leg kick but Kassicus checks it and Kassicus counters with a stiff right hand. Decent striking displayed by Kassicus there. Waldron takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Waldron has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Waldron there as he acknowledges the shot. Some wild striking there from Kassicus.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that second round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Waldron swings away with a leg kick that misses. Kassicus takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Waldron moves away and avoids it. Waldron uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kassicus.
Kassicus misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus misses with a hook
and Waldron counters with a nice uppercut. Kassicus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Waldron. Waldron keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kassicus. Kassicus ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Waldron takes one to the chin there. Kassicus uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Waldron has time to react. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Waldron throws a one two combo.
Zacharias Kassicus is winning the standup battle so far. Kassicus misses with a straight right. Waldron looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. This has been an exciting period of action! Waldron misses with a leg kick. Kassicus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Waldron. Waldron steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kassicus.#T1##CL2# Waldron rushes Kassicus and presses him up against the ropes. Kassicus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Kassicus tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Waldron avoids it. Waldron lands an elbow that stopped Kassicus in his tracks for a moment. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Waldron avoiding damage as Kassicus throws knees to the body.
Kassicus on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kassicus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow. Nice elbow from Waldron. #CUT2#Zacharias Kassicus's cut is getting worse. Kassicus lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Waldron misses with a short punch on the inside. Kassicus misses with the head strike.
Waldron lands an elbow that stopped Kassicus in his tracks for a moment. #ROC2#Kassicus is rocked!#CUT2#Zacharias Kassicus's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Waldron creates a bit of distance and cracks Kassicus with a big uppercut! Kassicus goes down! The referee pushes Waldron away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will Kassicus make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Waldron takes it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Johnny Waldron! |
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Event:
Eight Limbs XXXI - Denied
Date: Nov 04, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Kassicus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rosewarne.
Kassicus misses with a looping left. A cross from Kassicus lands. Rosewarne is looking to clinch but Kassicus is avoiding it.
Kassicus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rosewarne tries to close the distance and clinch but Kassicus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Rosewarne moves in looking to clinch but Kassicus pushes him off. Kassicus lands with a cross. Rosewarne takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Kassicus clobbers Rosewarne with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Kassicus with a jab. Good exchange - Kassicus coming out on top. Kassicus defending well as Rosewarne loads up on a big left hand. Kassicus has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rosewarne is landing a low percentage of strikes. Kassicus swats away the attempt to clinch by Rosewarne. It seemed like Kassicus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Kassicus sizes up Rosewarne with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Rosewarne saw that one coming. Rosewarne misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rosewarne takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rosewarne moves away. Rosewarne tries to clinch but fails miserably and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1# Jab by Kassicus. Rosewarne moves in looking to clinch but Kassicus pushes him off. Kassicus is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL# Rosewarne clinches with his opponent.
Rosewarne swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC# Rosewarne manages to break the clinch.
Kassicus swats away the attempt to clinch by Rosewarne. Rosewarne is looking to clinch. Jory Rosewarne seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kassicus misses with a straight right. Kassicus dips down and scores with a jab to the body. The fight stays on the outside here - Rosewarne looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Kassicus scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Kassicus bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Kassicus dips to his left and cracks Rosewarne with an uppercut! Kassicus throws a big shot that misses. Rosewarne tries to clinch but Kassicus moves out of range. Kassicus just misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus keeps the fight on the outside.#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A looping hook to the body misses from Kassicus. Rosewarne does a little dance to reset his feet. Rosewarne tries to clinch and Kassicus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Rosewarne tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Some wild striking there from Kassicus.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rosewarne. Kassicus does a little dance to reset his feet. Kassicus misses with a hook. Rosewarne ducked under it nicely. Kassicus staying out of range there. Rosewarne closes the distance but Kassicus moves to the side and Kassicus counters with a straight right hand. Kassicus is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rosewarne had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Rosewarne avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Good exchange - Kassicus coming out on top. Kassicus misses with a looping left. Rosewarne doesn't manage to clinch there - Kassicus circles away.
Rosewarne wants to clinch. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kassicus looks to land a right hand but Rosewarne moved out of range. Kassicus lands a head shot. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Kassicus misses the jab. Kassicus has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Kassicus looks to land a right hand but Rosewarne moved out of range. Rosewarne gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kassicus lands with an uppercut that bounces Rosewarne off the ropes and back into range. Rosewarne tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Kassicus throws a hook to the side of Rosewarne's head but Rosewarne sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL# Rosewarne clinches. Kassicus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kassicus working Rosewarne over with knees to the body. Kassicus lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC# Rosewarne breaks the clinch.
Rosewarne moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Rosewarne takes one on the button. Jory Rosewarne is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL# Rosewarne gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2# Kassicus 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. Kassicus darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Kassicus connects with a jab. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kassicus 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. Rosewarne tries to clinch there but Kassicus circles away.
Kassicus swats away the attempt to clinch by Rosewarne.#T1# Rosewarne ducks right into an uppercut from Kassicus. Rosewarne avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kassicus digs a good body shot into Rosewarne's ribs. Kassicus throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Rosewarne looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Rosewarne is looking to clinch but Kassicus is avoiding it.
Kassicus dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Nice shot lands for Kassicus. Rosewarne tries to close the distance and clinch but Kassicus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Rosewarne tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. Rosewarne is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rosewarne tries to clinch but Kassicus moves out of range. Rosewarne takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Rosewarne wants to clinch up but Kassicus keeps it at a distance. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kassicus! But no joy. Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Rosewarne. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kassicus takes a swing at Rosewarne's ribcage but misses. Rosewarne tries to close the distance and clinch but Kassicus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T2# Kassicus swinging wildly here.
Rosewarne gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kassicus connects with a jab. Kassicus throws a hook to the side of Rosewarne's head but Rosewarne sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Rosewarne tries to clinch up but Kassicus circles away and keeps his distance. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kassicus! But no joy. Rosewarne tries to clinch and Kassicus counters with a straight right hand. Kassicus works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Rosewarne tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Rosewarne doesn't manage to clinch there - Kassicus circles away.
Kassicus misses with a looping left. Kassicus misses the jab. Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. Kassicus scores with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Rosewarne tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. Rosewarne throws a head kick that misses. Kassicus 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. Rosewarne tries to clinch up but Kassicus circles away and keeps his distance. Kassicus stuns Rosewarne with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rosewarne. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus 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! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3# Rosewarne moves in looking to clinch but Kassicus pushes him off. Kassicus lands an overhand right. Rosewarne tries to clinch up. The fighters circling - Rosewarne throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Rosewarne misses with a looping left. Rosewarne wants to clinch. Well,Rosewarne is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes? Rosewarne wants to clinch up but Kassicus keeps it at a distance. Kassicus misses with a looping right. Kassicus jabs Rosewarne to the body, keeping him at a distance. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Rosewarne uses good head movement to avoid it. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Rosewarne takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kassicus sizes up Rosewarne with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus slips under a jab from Rosewarne. Kassicus feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rosewarnes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Rosewarne misses with a combination
and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be getting the better of the standup. Kassicus 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. Rosewarne looks to clinch and Kassicus counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1# Rosewarne moves away from the strike by Kassicus. Rosewarne tries to clinch but fails miserably and Rosewarne takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Kassicus circles away from the clinch attempt letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. #ROC2#Rosewarne is rocked! Good standup being displayed there by Kassicus as he connects with a hook. Rosewarne misses with an uppercut. Kassicus saw that one coming. Rosewarne on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Rosewarne is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Rosewarne tries to clinch but Kassicus moves away and Kassicus counters with a left and a right that stings Rosewarne. Oh Rosewarne is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Rosewarne tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Rosewarne seems to have got his legs back now. Rosewarne tries to close the distance and clinch but Kassicus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Rosewarne is looking to clinch but Kassicus is avoiding it.
Kassicus lands a jab to the head.
Rosewarne tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. It seemed like Kassicus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Rosewarne tries to clinch there but Kassicus circles away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Good shot there by Kassicus. Kassicus connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T2# Rosewarne doesn't manage to clinch there - Kassicus circles away.
Rosewarne tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. Rosewarne throws a head kick that misses enabling Kassicus to counter with a crisp jab. Kassicus lands with an uppercut that bounces Rosewarne off the ropes and back into range. Rosewarne tries to clinch letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Rosewarne tries to clinch there but Kassicus circles away.
Rosewarne tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. It seemed like Kassicus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Jory Rosewarne has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Rosewarne takes one to the side of the head.
Kassicus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Rosewarne tries to bum rush Kassicus with a series of wild strikes but Kassicus uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Kassicus connects with a single shot there. Rosewarne fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kassicus manages to avoid it. Rosewarne takes a body punch but keeps moving. Rosewarne throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Rosewarne tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Rosewarne throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Kassicus takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Kassicus lands a glancing blow to the side of Rosewarne's head. Rosewarne tries to move into range but Kassicus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
And that's the end of the fight! Zacharias Kassicus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Kassicus 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus! Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight for Zacharias Kassicus!
Zacharias Kassicus wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
Eight Limbs XXVIII - Tacko
Date: Oct 21, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Russ is looking to clinch but Kassicus is avoiding it.
A little jabbing left from Kassicus on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. A combination from Kassicus does no damage. As Kassicus tries to get set, Russ tries to push him back and clinch up but Kassicus manages to avoid the attempt. Kassicus has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kassicus there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. A looping hook to the body misses from Kassicus. Russ does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL# Russ clinches. Russ throws a punch but it's blocked by Kassicus. Kassicus scores with a hook to the body. Russ tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Good body shot from Kassicus.
Russ takes a shot to the head. Russ throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kassicus blocks it with crossed arms. Kassicus managing to block the knees to the body from Russ.
Nice body punch from Kassicus. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kassicus. Russ lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kassicus backwards. Kassicus effectively controlling the action here. Russ throws a head punch that misses. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Russ lands a knee to the head.
Russ on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T1# Kassicus lands a nice shot to the body. Kassicus presses Russ against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Russ tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kassicus lands with a right to the head. Nice body punch from Kassicus - that landed with a thud.
Russ is breathing heavily. A body shot lands from Kassicus.
Kassicus scores with a shot to the side of Russ's head. Russ throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kassicus blocks it with crossed arms. A body shot lands from Kassicus.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Kassicus creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A right hand to the body from Kassicus.
A short body shot lands from Kassicus as the two fighters clinch.
Kassicus lands an uppercut. Kassicus lands a left hand that snaps the head of Russ backwards. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A short left from Kassicus. Russ tries a knee to the head but Kassicus blocks it.
A right handed body shot lands from Kassicus.
Kassicus misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Russ.
#T2# Kassicus lands with a light punch inside. Kassicus is leaning against Russ and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Kassicus throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Russs head. Russ tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kassicus avoids it. Good body shot from Kassicus.
A shot in the inside from Kassicus. Kassicus lands a body punch. Kassicus lands with a short shot to the head. Kassicus lands with a left to the head. #ROC2#Russ is rocked! Russ really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Kassicus creates a bit of distance and cracks Russ with a big uppercut! Russ goes down! The referee pushes Kassicus away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will Russ make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Kassicus takes it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Zacharias Kassicus! Leman Russ spoke after the fight, saying 'I Notice my failure and Will correct it in the future.'. |
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Event:
Eight Limbs XXVI - Gattuso
Date: Oct 10, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Kassicus scores with a shot to the body.
Wieneke avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kassicus works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Wieneke lands a glancing blow to the side of Kassicus's head. Wieneke throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kassicus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. A slow jab from Kassicus misses its intended target. Kassicus missing with a left hand there. Wieneke was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Wieneke tries to close the distance and clinch but Kassicus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. A big left from Kassicus misses. Kassicus takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Sloppy strikes from Wieneke. Those never looked like landing. Wieneke 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Wieneke misses with a body shot.
Kassicus scores with a jab. Wieneke misses with a head kick.
Kassicus misses with a looping left. Kassicus misses with a looping left. Kassicus slips under a jab from Wieneke.#T1# Wieneke uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kassicus.
Wieneke takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Wieneke slips a jab and a cross from Kassicus.
Wieneke tries to bum rush Kassicus with a series of wild strikes but Kassicus uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Wieneke throws a wild body kick that Kassicus sees coming a mile off. A left lands for Wieneke. Kassicus with a nice cross. Wieneke swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Wieneke will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kassicus throws out a counter right but Wieneke avoids it with no problem.#CL# Kassicus tries to keep at a distance but Wieneke has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC# Wieneke breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. Wieneke wants to clinch and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kassicus, as that shot connected.
No joy there for Wieneke, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wieneke wants to clinch. Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Wieneke ducks down to avoid it. Wieneke is looking to clinch. Wieneke wants to clinch up but Kassicus keeps it at a distance. Nice defenses there by Wieneke. Wieneke lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kassicus circles away quickly and effectively. Wieneke takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Wieneke swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus throws a body shot but no joy. Nice uppercut lands for Kassicus. That snapped Wieneke's head back.
Kassicus misses with an uppercut
and Wieneke connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Kassicus misses with a hook. Decent striking displayed by Kassicus there.#ROC2#Wieneke is rocked! Kassicus lands with a good body shot. Oh Wieneke is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Zacharias Kassicus seems to be getting the better of the standup. Kassicus ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Wieneke out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zacharias Kassicus! |
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Event:
Eight Limbs XX - Earl Simmons
Date: Sep 14, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Kassicus defending well as Bull loads up on a big left hand. Bull tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kassicus was well out of range. Poor timing from Bull. Bull throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bull misses with a right hand and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Bull misses with a hook. Kassicus ducked under it nicely. It seemed like Kassicus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Bull takes one on the button. Bull displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kassicus throws out the jab. Kassicus takes one on the button.#CL# Bull gets in close and instigates a clinch. Kassicus misses with a punch on the inside.
Kassicus trying to stall but Bull improves his position.
Bull lands a hook to the side of the head. Bull blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Kassicus misses with the head strike.
Bull misses with a body punch.
Bull lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kassicus backwards. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Bull working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A head punch on the inside from Bull fails to land. Bull misses with some punches.
#T1##BC2# Kassicus breaks from the clinch.
Bull pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A big left from Bull misses. Kassicus slips a straight right by Bull. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Bull uses good head movement to avoid it. Kassicus on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Bull fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kassicus manages to avoid it. Kassicus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Bull wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Kassicus scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bull in his tracks. Bull getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Bull looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Bull just misses with a punch to the body.
Kassicus misses with the combination.
A slow jab from Kassicus misses its intended target. Jari Bull seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Bull is looking to clinch. Kassicus moves out of range of the strikes. Kassicus feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bulls jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! 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! Bull lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T2# Kassicus throws a hook but Bull avoids it easily. Kassicus defending well as Bull loads up on a big left hand. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Bull saw that one coming. Bull connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Bull throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bull misses with a body shot.
Kassicus missing with a left hand there. Bull was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Bull misses with a hook. Kassicus ducked under it nicely. Bull misses the body punch enabling Kassicus to counter with a crisp jab. Bull feints a jab promting Kassicus to slip. Bull then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kassicus slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Kassicus 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. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Bull. Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Bull ducks down to avoid it. Bull lands with a right hand. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Bull avoids a punch combination nicely.
Good leg kick by Bull. Kassicus lands with a cross. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jari Bull dominated that round. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Bull lands a really nice looking cross but Kassicus seems unphased.
Bull changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Kassicus takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#ROC#Kassicus is rocked! BAM! Bull delivers a spinning backfist that drops Kassicus like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Jari Bull! Our winner, Jari Bull, 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:
Eight Limbs XVII
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Conors moves in looking to clinch but Kassicus pushes him off. Conors throws a sloppy head kick and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Conors tries to clinch but fails miserably and Kassicus counters with a lovely straight right hand! Conors fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kassicus looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Conors tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. Conors looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. A head kick misses from Conors. Conors shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kassicus eats them both and turns towards Conors to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Kassicus lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Conors at a distance.
Kassicus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Kassicus lands a nice shot to the body.
Conors tries to land a body kick and Kassicus counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Conors tries to close the distance and clinch but Kassicus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Conors moves away and avoids it. Kassicus ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Kassicus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Conors sees it coming and avoids it easily. Conors tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. #T1# Kassicus fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Conors looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Kassicus looks to score with a jab to the body but Conors is just out of range. Kassicus scores with a decent looking hook. Kassicus works the jab nicely. Kassicus throws a poor cross that misses
and Conors counters with a three punch combo that has Kassicus backing up. Kassicus nods at Conors to acknowledge the strikes. Conors misses with an uppercut. Conors tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. Conors lands a nice looking body shot.
Kassicus cracks a nice hook into Conors's ribs. Kassicus moves out of range of the body kick. Conors tries to clinch up. Kassicus throws an overhand right that lands on Conors's shoulder, as Conors tries to avoid the shot. A slow jab from Kassicus misses its intended 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! Conors is looking to clinch but Kassicus is avoiding it.
Kassicus moves out of range of the body kick from Conors.
#T2# Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kassicus, as that shot connected.
Kassicus slips under a jab. Kassicus misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kassicus misses with a hook. Conors ducked under it nicely. A slapping leg kick lands for Conors.
Kassicus avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Conors is looking to clinch. Kassicus throws an overhand right that lands on Conors's shoulder, as Conors tries to avoid the shot. As Kassicus tries to get set, Conors tries to push him back and clinch up but Kassicus manages to avoid the attempt. Conors throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Conors throws a body punch but Kassicus moves out of range. Conors fails with an attempt to clinch.
Conors avoids the body shot from Kassicus.
Conors tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kassicus manages to circle out of the way. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus avoids the head kick by Conors.
Conors motions for Kassicus to come forward. Conors throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Kassicus misses the shot to the body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2# Conors wants to clinch. Kassicus appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Nice shot by Kassicus. Jared Conors is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. Conors scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Conors misses with a body kick. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kassicus! But no joy. Conors pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Conors fails in his attempt to clinch. A little jabbing left from Kassicus on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Zacharias Kassicus seems to be getting the better of the standup. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A swing and a miss from Kassicus. Kassicus throws a body punch but Conors moves out of range. Conors displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kassicus throws out the jab. Conors closes the distance but Kassicus moves to the side and Conors takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1# A telegraphed right hand from Kassicus misses the target. Conors is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Conors swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Conors slips a straight right by Kassicus. A jab lands there for Kassicus. Conors punishes Kassicus's body with a nice straight punch. Conors misses with a wild body shot. A nice side step and Kassicus releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Kassicus blocks the body kick.
Conors tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Kassicus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Conors tries to work over Kassicus's front leg with a kick but Kassicus checks it. Kassicus looks to throw the jab but Conors is out of range. Conors uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. Conors on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T2# Kassicus blocks a head kick by Conors.
It seemed like Kassicus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Kassicus walks into a straight right hand from Conors. Conors misses with a series of wild punches.
Kassicus uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Conors has time to react. Kassicus has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kassicus digs a good body shot into Conors's ribs. Conors tries to clinch there but Kassicus circles away.
Conors throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Conors uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Conors is looking to wear down Kassicus with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Conors. Kassicus shrugs it off though. Conors throws a lazy body kick and Kassicus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Conors tries a low kick but Kassicus avoids it. Kassicus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Conors sees it coming and avoids it easily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Zacharias Kassicus will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3# Kassicus connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Conors's hands. Kassicus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kassicus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Conors was well out of range. Poor timing from Kassicus. A big left from Kassicus misses. Conors uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Kassicus circles away from the clinch attempt.
A combination from Kassicus does no damage. Kassicus misses with a left hand and Conors counters with a series of strikes. Kassicus will be more careful next time no doubt. Kassicus misses with a wild body shot. Conors uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kassicus.
Conors wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Conors with the inside leg kick. Conors ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Kassicus just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromConors. Nice shot by Kassicus. Kassicus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Conors.
Conors misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Kassicus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1# Kassicus throws a good cross that connects.
Conors uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Kassicus connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. A swing and a miss from Conors. Conors moves in looking to clinch but Kassicus pushes him off. Kassicus lands a jab. Conors tries to clinch and Kassicus counters with a straight right hand. Conors ducks right into an uppercut from Kassicus. Conors tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kassicus paws at him with a jab and circles away. Kassicus throws a hook but Conors blocks it. Kassicus avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kassicus scores with the left hand. Conors knows he should have avoided that one. Conors staying out of range there. Conors tries to clinch up.#T2# A left lands for Kassicus. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Conors fails in his attempt to clinch. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Conors uses good head movement to avoid it. Kassicus keeps the fight on the outside. Conors looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Kassicus throws a hook to the side of Conors's head but Conors sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Conors tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kassicus manages to circle out of the way. Conors is looking to clinch. Conors tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Conors ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Conors takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Kassicus looks to land a combination. Conors sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Conors tries to clinch but Kassicus moves out of range. Kassicus avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Conors takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Kassicus scores with a three punch combo!
Jared Conors has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Conors tries a head kick but it misses.
And that's the end of the fight! Zacharias Kassicus comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Kassicus 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30 Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 27:30 Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zacharias Kassicus! |
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Event:
Eight Limbs XII
Date: Aug 01, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Kassicus throws a body shot but no joy. Kassicus with a nice cross. Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Rizalia. Rizalia steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Rizalia throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rizalia displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kassicus throws out the jab. A swing and a miss from Rizalia. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Rizalia sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Rizalia tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. A shot to the liver by Rizalia. Beautiful body shot. Kassicus with a jab. Rizalia lands a nice shot that snaps Kassicus's head back.
Rizalia gets off balance looking for a body kick and Kassicus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Kassicus smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Kassicus misses with a wild combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Rizalia defending well as Kassicus loads up on a big left hand. Rizalia lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. Rizalia lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Kassicus scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Rizalia on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T1# Rizalia cracks Kassicus with a good jab. Rizalia throws out a loose jab but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. Rizalia lands with a straight right. Kassicus didn't see that one coming. Kassicus throws a hook to the side of Rizalia's head but Rizalia sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Kassicus misses with a hook. Kassicus bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rizalia's head backwards. Kassicus takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Datu Rizalia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kassicus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kassicus swings for the body but Rizalia moves out of range.
Rizalia slips under a jab. Rizalia is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Rizalia tries to clinch there but Kassicus circles away.
Kassicus jabs Rizalia right on the nose. Rizalia blinks but takes it well. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Rizalia lands a right hook to the body.
Rizalia has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Rizalia uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kassicus. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Rizalia misses with a shot to the body and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Rizalia sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2# Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Rizalia saw that one coming. Rizalia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Kassicus moves out of range of the body kick from Rizalia.
Rizalia throws the kick towards the body but Kassicus avoids it. Rizalia moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Rizalia sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Rizalia sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Rizalia slips under a jab. Rizalia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kassicus. Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Rizalia. Kassicus misses with a straight left. Kassicus defending well as Rizalia loads up on a big left hand. A little feinted left hand from Kassicus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Kassicus misses with a wild body shot. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Rizalia. Kassicus misses the jab. The crowd cheers as Rizalia lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kassicus doesn't seem phased though. Kassicus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Kassicus stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rizalia. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. The cut man is working on Zacharias Kassicus's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Kassicus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rizalia. Rizalia throws a big shot that misses. An attempted straight right counter from Kassicus misses the target. A telegraphed right hand from Rizalia misses the target. Rizalia throws a hook but Kassicus avoids it easily. Rizalia takes a body punch but keeps moving. Kassicus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Zacharias Kassicus is winning the standup battle so far. Kassicus lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Kassicus misses with a wild combination.
Kassicus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kassicus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kassicus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from Rizalia. A little feinted left hand from Kassicus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Kassicus loads up on a big right hand but Rizalia slips the punch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus lands a nice hook to Rizalia's body. Rizalia takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Rizalia misses with a body shot.
Kassicus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kassicus lands a nice hook to Rizalia's body. Rizalia takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Kassicus lands a slapping body shot.
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! Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rizalia. Kassicus is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T1# Kassicus throws a jab when Rizalia was well out of range. Nice uppercut there from Rizalia. Rizalia connects with a body shot that sends Kassicus's belly button to the back. Rizalia throws the kick towards the body but Kassicus avoids it. Kassicus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rizalia sees it coming and avoids it easily. Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. Rizalia plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Kassicus throws a right hand that Rizalia ducks under and follows up with a left that Rizalia also avoids with ease. Kassicus cracks Rizalia with a good jab.#CUT#It looks like Datu Rizalia has been cut. Kassicus with a body punch. A glancing blow. Rizalia tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kassicus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Rizalia slips a straight right by Kassicus. Kassicus connects with a body shot that sends Rizalia's belly button to the back. Kassicus misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rizalia swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Rizalia swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kassicus dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Rizalia is breathing heavily. Rizalia will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kassicus is looking to counter punch. It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Kassicus here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man. Kassicus misses with the combination.
#T2# Some wild striking there from Kassicus.
Rizalia moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Kassicus scores with a jab to the jaw. Kassicus feints a jab promting Rizalia to slip. Kassicus then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Rizalia slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. A cross from Kassicus lands. Rizalia throws a leg kick and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Rizalia misses with a hook to the body
and Kassicus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Rizalia throws a nice outside leg kick. Rizalia keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kassicus. Kassicus bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rizalia's head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A swing and a miss from Kassicus. Rizalia throws a leg kick that misses. Rizalia throws a big shot that misses. Rizalia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kassicus.
Rizalia takes a swing at Kassicus's ribcage but misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that second round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. 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# Nice body punch from Kassicus. Rizalia tries a head kick but it misses.
A slow jab from Kassicus misses its intended target. Rizalia thinks about the counter body kick. Kassicus throws a looping overhand right but Rizalia ducks down to avoid it. Nice shot by Kassicus. Kassicus throws a right and a left that Rizalia avoids nicely. A big right from Kassicus misses. Rizalia takes a shot right to the bread basket. Rizalia is looking to slow Kassicus down with leg kicks. Kassicus misses the jab. Rizalia throws a leg kick that misses. Kassicus will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus loads up on a big right hand but Rizalia slips the punch. Kassicus moves out of range as Rizalia throws a body kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rizalia. Kassicus avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Rizalia misses with a kick to the body.
#T1# Kassicus throws a jab when Rizalia was well out of range. Rizalia flicks out a counter leg kick but Kassicus steps away. A slow jab from Rizalia misses its intended target. Kassicus cracks a nice hook into Rizalia's ribs. Rizalia throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Rizalia pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Rizalia slips under a jab from Kassicus. Kassicus looks to land a right hand but Rizalia moved out of range. A little jabbing left from Rizalia on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Kassicus connects with a body shot. Kassicus with a body punch. A glancing blow. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Rizalia uses good head movement to avoid it. Rizalia drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Kassicus blocks a jab. A jab lands there for Rizalia. Rizalia bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kassicus lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Rizalia just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Kassicus misses the target. Rizalia takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Rizalia tries a head kick but it misses.
Rizalia tried to score with a low kick but Kassicus checks it. Datu Rizalia has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Kassicus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kassicus moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRizalia. Kassicus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rizalia.
Nice shot lands for Kassicus. Rizalia misses with a kick to the body.
Rizalia shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Kassicus throwing a counter right hand but Rizalia manages to avoid it. Kassicus scores with a decent looking hook. Rizalia moves out of range of the strikes. Rizalia thows a leg kick but Kassicus checks it and Kassicus counters with a straight right hand. Rizalia walks into a straight right hand from Kassicus.#ROC#Rizalia is rocked! Kassicus lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rizalia at a distance.
Rizalia is still on wobbly legs! Can Kassicus finish him? Kassicus connects with a body shot. Rizalia drops his guard momentarily, allowing Kassicus to crack him with a picture perfect lead left hook! Boom! Down goes Rizalia! Oh, he's in big trouble - I don't like his chances here as the referee's count reaches 5. 6,7,8,9...10! He's out! Kassicus takes it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Zacharias Kassicus! |
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Event:
Eight Limbs IX
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Kassicus scores with a jab. Saric is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Saric looks to score with a jab to the body but Kassicus is just out of range. Kassicus looks to land a left hand but Saric moved out of range nicely. Saric fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Saric connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Saric dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Saric cracks Kassicus with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Valentin Saric seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kassicus throws a right and a left that both miss. Saric throws a shot from downtown. Kassicus moves away and avoids it. Saric uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. Saric steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. Saric looks to throw the jab but Kassicus is out of range. Kassicus throws a big counter combination but Saric scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Good standup being displayed there by Kassicus as he connects with a hook. Kassicus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Saric manages to avoid it. Saric looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. This has been an exciting period of action! Kassicus misses with a looping right. Saric cracks Kassicus with a right hand to the side of the head. Saric throws a hook to the side of Kassicus's head but Kassicus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Kassicus looks to score with a jab to the body but Saric is just out of range. Saric throws a good cross that connects.
Saric lands a nice looking body shot.
Saric misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1# Saric fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kassicus manages to avoid it. Saric lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Saric misses with a right hand enabling Kassicus to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Valentin Saric has been cut. Saric shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Saric has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Kassicus throws a lazy uppercut
and Saric counters with a straight right hand. Saric looks to score with a jab to the body but Kassicus is just out of range. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Saric. Saric throws a hook but Kassicus blocks it. Saric waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kassicus. A little feinted left hand from Kassicus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Kassicus looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Saric. Saric misses with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Saric misses the target. Kassicus misses with a series of wild punches.
Saric slips under a jab from Kassicus. Kassicus misses with a body punch
and Saric counters with a straight right hand. This has been an exciting period of action! Nice defenses there by Kassicus. Saric pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2# Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. Saric gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Saric connects with a crisp jab. Saric lands with a right hand. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Saric. Kassicus misses the body punch enabling Saric to counter with a crisp jab. Saric misses with a hook. Saric takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Saric throws an overhand right that lands on Kassicus's shoulder, as Kassicus tries to avoid the shot. Kassicus lands with an overhand left. Saric loads up on a big right hand but Kassicus slips the punch. Saric has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Saric there as he acknowledges the shot. Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Saric. Saric misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kassicus.
Saric throws out a loose jab but Kassicus uses good head movement to avoid it. Kassicus throws a jab but it's blocked by Saric. Saric swings for the body but Kassicus moves out of range.
Kassicus lands a nice looking body shot.
#T3# Kassicus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Saric. Saric lunges at Kassicus with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kassicus's hand. Saric throws a right hand that misses
and Kassicus counters with a three punch combo that has Saric backing up. Saric nods at Kassicus to acknowledge the strikes. Kassicus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Saric throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kassicus is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Saric misses with an uppercut. Saric cracks Kassicus with a right hand to the side of the head. Saric misses with the combination.
Kassicus throwing a counter right hand but Saric manages to avoid it. Saric takes one to the chin there. Saric takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Saric ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A swing and a miss from Kassicus. Saric throws the left hand but Kassicus avoids the punch easily. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kassicus rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Saric moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Saric comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Kassicus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Saric.
Saric misses with a looping left. Kassicus was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4# Saric throws a hook to the side of Kassicus's head but Kassicus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Saric is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kassicus. Zacharias Kassicus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Kassicus avoids the body shot from Saric.
Saric connects with the punch. Saric looks to throw the jab but Kassicus is out of range. Kassicus throwing a counter right hand but Saric manages to avoid it. Kassicus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Saric. Saric ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kassicus needs to keep his hands up - Saric had a free shot at his head there. Saric swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kassicus is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Kassicus jabs at Saric's body. Saric on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Saric throws a big shot that misses. Kassicus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Kassicus throws an overhand right that lands on Saric's shoulder, as Saric tries to avoid the shot. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Saric moves away and avoids it. Kassicus moves out of range as Saric strikes. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Saric. Kassicus jabs Saric right on the nose. Saric blinks but takes it well. Kassicus connects with a body shot. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Valentin Saric will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Valentin Saric's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Saric misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kassicus.
Saric throws a hook to the side of Kassicus's head but Kassicus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Kassicus looks to throw the jab but Saric is out of range. Kassicus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Saric. Kassicus throws a hook but Saric avoids it easily. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Saric sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kassicus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Saric. Saric loads up on a big right hand but Kassicus slips the punch. Saric misses the jab. Saric throws a nice looking combination but Kassicus bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. A jab from Kassicus finds it's way through Saric's defenses. Saric throws a hook but Kassicus avoids it easily. Saric looks to throw the jab but Kassicus is out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A left lands for Kassicus. Saric looks to score with a jab to the body but Kassicus is just out of range. Saric tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kassicus was well out of range. Poor timing from Saric. Saric throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kassicus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Saric. The fighters circling - Saric throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1# Saric misses the jab. Kassicus thows a left - swing and a miss! Kassicus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Saric.
Kassicus throws a right and a left that both miss. Kassicus pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Kassicus moves out of range as Saric strikes. Kassicus moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. A big left from Saric misses. Saric looks to score with a jab to the body but Kassicus is just out of range. Kassicus moves away from the strike by Saric. Kassicus swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Saric. A telegraphed right hand from Saric misses the target. Valentin Saric seems to be getting the better of the standup. Saric swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Saric throws a hook but Kassicus avoids it easily. Saric misses with a hook
letting Kassicus counter with a right hand. Kassicus misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus ducks under a wild hook from Saric. Kassicus misses with a wild combination.
#T2# Saric darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Kassicus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kassicus feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sarics jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Saric steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. Kassicus avoids the body shot from Saric.
Kassicus connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Saric's hands.#ROC#Saric is rocked! Kassicus knocks out Saric with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Kassicus before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Kassicus picks up the big W with a huge KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zacharias Kassicus! |
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Event:
Eight Limbs VI
Date: Jun 20, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Battafucho dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Battafucho looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kassicus lands with a good body shot. Battafucho takes a swing at Kassicus's ribcage but misses. Battafucho throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kassicus! But no joy. A shot to the body from Kassicus misses and Battafucho makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Battafucho looks for the body kick but Kassicus saw that one coming. Battafucho is looking to slow Kassicus down with leg kicks. Battafucho throws a big shot that misses. Kassicus throws out a loose jab but Battafucho uses good head movement to avoid it. Battafucho tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Kassicus lands a jab. Kassicus doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Battafucho closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Kassicus keeps the fight on the outside. Battafucho throws out a token jab with nothing on it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kassicus throws a jab when Battafucho was well out of range. Battafucho throws a right and a left that Kassicus avoids nicely. Kassicus throws a big shot that misses.#T1# Kassicus throws a shot to the body.
Battafucho dips to his left and cracks Kassicus with an uppercut! Battafucho showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kassicus.
Zacharias Kassicus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Battafucho feints a jab promting Kassicus to slip. Battafucho then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kassicus slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Kassicus throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Battafucho to counter with a crisp jab. Battafucho lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kassicus circles away quickly and effectively. Battafucho is looking to wear down Kassicus with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Kassicus moves out of range as Battafucho strikes. Battafucho fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kassicus manages to avoid it. Battafucho feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kassicuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT#It looks like Zacharias Kassicus has been cut. A jab from Battafucho misses. A combination from Battafucho does no damage. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Battafucho tries to move into range but Kassicus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Tony Battafucho has been cut. Kassicus wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Battafucho looks to land a left hand but Kassicus moved out of range nicely. Battafucho misses with a body shot.
#T2# Kassicus misses with a looping right. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kassicus. Battafucho fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kassicus is out of range. Kassicus throws a shot from downtown. Battafucho moves away and avoids it. Kassicus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Battafucho changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Kassicus tests Battafucho's chin there with a solid looking shot. Battafucho takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Battafucho uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kassicus. Kassicus scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Kassicus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Battafucho misses with a double jab
enabling Kassicus to counter with a crisp jab. Nice uppercut there from Kassicus. Kassicus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Battafucho.
Kassicus takes a swing at Battafucho's ribcage but misses. #T3# Battafucho takes a body punch but keeps moving. Battafucho looks to land a combination but Kassicus avoids it well. Kassicus misses the shot to the body. Kassicus misses with a straight right. Battafucho moves away from the strike by Kassicus. Battafucho scores with a one two! Kassicus had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Kassicus works the jab nicely. Battafucho throws a body punch but Kassicus moves out of range. Kassicus looks like he wants to counter punch here. Battafucho takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Kassicus avoids the body shot from Battafucho.
Battafucho throws a body punch but Kassicus moves out of range. Kassicus falls off balance throwing a combination
and Battafucho connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Battafucho missing with a left hand there. Kassicus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Kassicus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kassicus throws out a counter right but Battafucho avoids it with no problem. This has been an exciting period of action! Battafucho swings for the body but Kassicus moves out of range.
#T4# Kassicus swings for the body but Battafucho moves out of range.
Battafucho tries to bum rush Kassicus with a series of wild strikes but Kassicus uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Battafucho swings widly with a right hand
and Kassicus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Battafucho throws a lazy right hand but Kassicus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kassicus looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Battafucho!
Battafucho takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Battafucho misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kassicus.
Kassicus lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Battafucho at a distance.
Left hook, right uppercut from Battafucho. Battafucho tried to score with a low kick but Kassicus checks it. Battafucho looks to land a left hand but Kassicus moved out of range nicely. Battafucho takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kassicus throws out a token jab with nothing on it. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kassicus misses with a hook. Battafucho ducked under it nicely. Jab by Battafucho. Battafucho ducks under a wild hook from Kassicus. Battafucho slips a jab from Kassicus. 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 Tony Battafucho will probably get the nod. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. That's time! Battafucho's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Battafucho misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Battafucho. Kassicus with a body punch. A glancing blow. Battafucho just misses with a punch to the body.
Battafucho throws a series of punches but Kassicus moves out of range. Battafucho lands a nice hook to Kassicus's body. Kassicus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Kassicus feints a jab promting Battafucho to slip. Kassicus then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Battafucho slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Tony Battafucho is winning the standup battle so far. Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. Kassicus fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Battafucho looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Battafucho misses with a hook. Battafucho moves out of range of the strikes. Kassicus uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Battafucho has time to react. Kassicus missing with a left hand there. Battafucho was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Kassicus slips under a jab. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kassicus connects with a good right hand that stumbles Battafucho. Battafucho circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Kassicus's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Battafucho connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kassicus scrambles back to his feet. Kassicus misses with a shot to the body and Kassicus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1# Battafucho lands a jab to the head.
Battafucho takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC2#Battafucho is rocked! A slow jab from Battafucho misses its intended target. Battafucho tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kassicus was well out of range. Poor timing from Battafucho. Kassicus throws the left hand but Battafucho avoids the punch easily. Kassicus moves out of range as Battafucho throws a body kick.
A slow jab from Kassicus misses its intended target. Battafucho lands a slapping body shot.
Kassicus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Battafucho.
Battafucho dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Battafucho moves out of range as Kassicus strikes. Battafucho seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Battafucho dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Battafucho throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kassicus stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Battafucho throws a looping overhand right but Kassicus ducks down to avoid it. Battafucho misses with a wild body shot. Kassicus connects with a crisp jab. #T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kassicus takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kassicus sizes up Battafucho with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT2#Tony Battafucho's cut is getting worse. Kassicus fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Battafucho looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Battafucho lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Battafucho. Kassicus throws a lazy right hand but Battafucho sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Battafucho misses with the combination.
Kassicus clobbers Battafucho with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Kassicus clobbers Battafucho with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Kassicus lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Battafucho circles away quickly and effectively. A counter left hand to the body from Battafucho misses its target. Battafucho throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kassicus. Kassicus throws a big shot that misses. Battafucho lands a nice hook to Kassicus's body. Kassicus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Kassicus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Kassicus jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3# A combination from Battafucho does no damage. Battafucho fails to land with a series of punches.
Battafucho throws a right hand that Kassicus ducks under and follows up with a left that Kassicus also avoids with ease. Jab from Kassicus. Kassicus has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Kassicus lands with an overhand left. Battafucho takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Battafucho uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kassicus. The fighters circling - Kassicus throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Nice jab there from Kassicus. Oh Battafucho is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! A looping hook to the body misses from Kassicus. Battafucho does a little dance to reset his feet. Battafucho seems to have got his legs back now. Battafucho swings for the body but Kassicus moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action! Battafucho swinging wildly here.
Kassicus throws out a counter right but Battafucho avoids it with no problem. Battafucho swinging wildly here.
#T4# Kassicus lands an overhand right. Kassicus misses with a hook to the body
and Kassicus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Battafucho lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kassicus circles away quickly and effectively. Nice defenses there by Kassicus. Battafucho 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.
Nice uppercut there from Kassicus. Tony Battafucho is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Kassicus takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Battafucho takes a shot right to the bread basket. Battafucho slips a straight right by Kassicus. Kassicus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Battafucho takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#CUT2#Tony Battafucho's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Kassicus sizes up Battafucho with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Battafucho takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kassicus takes one to the chin there. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Zacharias Kassicus will probably get the nod - 10:9. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Kassicus throws an off balance right hand
and Kassicus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Battafucho tries to clinch but Kassicus is having none of it. Kassicus misses with an uppercut. Battafucho looks to score with a jab to the body but Kassicus is just out of range. Kassicus defending well as Battafucho loads up on a big left hand. Battafucho moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Battafucho on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Battafucho ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kassicus moves away. A little jabbing left from Kassicus on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Battafucho is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kassicus. Kassicus looks like he wants to counter punch here. Battafucho avoids the body shot from Kassicus.
Kassicus moves out of range of the leg kick from Battafucho. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus misses with a lunging right hand
and Battafucho counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Kassicus bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. A left lands for Kassicus. Battafucho avoids the body shot from Kassicus.
Battafucho throws a series of punches but Kassicus moves out of range. #T1# Kassicus swings for the body but Battafucho moves out of range.
Kassicus scores with a shot to the body.
Kassicus looks to land a combination but Battafucho avoids it well. Battafucho was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Battafucho on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Battafucho throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Battafucho ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Battafucho swings and misses with a shot to the body and Kassicus counters with a nice uppercut. Kassicus connects with a quick right hand that sends Battafucho tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Zacharias Kassicus! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 27, 2018 |
#R1# Nogoalicus misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Nogoalicus avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nogoalicus misses with a takedown attempt #CL# and Kassicus counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD2# Nogoalicus manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2# Nogoalicus is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kassicus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Kassicus wants to stand but Nogoalicus is controlling his posture from full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus won't allow Nogoalicus to sweep him here. Kassicus throwing strikes but missing. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Kassicus content to stall in guard here. Kassicus tries to free his leg and advance position but Nogoalicus is retaining full guard. Nogoalicus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Nogoalicus fails with a takedown attempt. Zacharias Kassicus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milanimus Nogoalicus. Horrible takedown attempt by Nogoalicus or perhaps it was just good defense by Kassicus, which made it look bad. Nice takedown defense from Kassicus. No joy for Nogoalicus on that attempt. Kassicus is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Nogoalicus. Nogoalicus avoids the head kick by Kassicus.
#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Nogoalicus looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kassicus is fending him off so far but Nogoalicus persists. Nope, Kassicus circles away and we're back to standing. Nogoalicus looks winded!#CL# Kassicus rushes Nogoalicus and presses him up against the cage. Kassicus tries to pull guard but Nogoalicus holds him up against the cage and eventually Kassicus drops back down to his feet.
#BC# Kassicus breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL# Kassicus pushes Nogoalicus up against the cage in a clinch. Nogoalicus has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kassicus is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Kassicus jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Nogoalicus walks away with a smile on his face. Kassicus gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Kassicus lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kassicus.#CL# Kassicus gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Kassicus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nogoalicus prevents it.
Kassicus is defending well against a takedown attempt. Kassicus is trying to break the clinch but Nogoalicus is controlling him.#T3# Nogoalicus fails to pull guard.
#BC# Kassicus breaks the clinch.
#CL# Kassicus rushes Nogoalicus and presses him up against the cage. Kassicus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD# Kassicus has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Nogoalicus uses from the top position. Kassicus throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kassicus controls Nogoalicus momentarily but Nogoalicus frees himself. Kassicus has a closed guard, preventing Nogoalicus from standing up. Nogoalicus won't allow Kassicus to sweep him here. #T4##SUB# Kassicus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nogoalicus gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Kassicus keeping moving, preventing Nogoalicus from controlling successfully. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Kassicus has Nogoalicus pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. A cross from Kassicus lands. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kassicus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kassicus slaps away a takedown attempt from Nogoalicus, before circling back to the center of the mat. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Nogoalicus blocks a head kick by Kassicus.
Nogoalicus tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kassicus defends well and Nogoalicus ends up having to push Kassicus into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Nogoalicus blocks the body kick.
Nogoalicus throws a counter combo. Kassicus tries to close the distance and clinch but Nogoalicus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Nogoalicus looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Kassicus tries a head kick but it misses.
Kassicus throws a sloppy head kick and Nogoalicus moves out of range easily. Kassicus throws a one two combo.
Kassicus throws a head kick but Nogoalicus moves out of range.
Nogoalicus closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kassicus circles away. Kassicus is looking for a counter combo. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus catches Nogoalicus with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Kassicus misses with a straight left. Nogoalicus shoots in but Kassicus avoids the takedown attempt easily. Zacharias Kassicus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milanimus Nogoalicus. Nogoalicus is breathing heavily.#T1# Nogoalicus shoots in looking for a takedown. Kassicus tries to sprawl out of it but Nogoalicus keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kassicus manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Kassicus throws a series of punches but Nogoalicus moves out of range. #CL# Kassicus moves into the clinch. Nogoalicus's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Kassicus tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Nogoalicus just stands there and leans against the cage. Kassicus is working for takedown but Nogoalicus is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC# Kassicus breaks the clinch.
Kassicus works Nogoalicus's body with a nice hook. Kassicus tries to clinch but Nogoalicus is having none of it. Nogoalicus misses with a takedown attempt and Kassicus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2##CL# Kassicus clinches with his opponent.
Nogoalicus has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kassicus after a bit of a struggle. Kassicus tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kassicus wants a takedown.
A short body shot lands from Kassicus as the two fighters clinch.
Kassicus tries to pull guard but Nogoalicus holds him up against the cage and eventually Kassicus drops back down to his feet.
Nogoalicus tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC# Kassicus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL# Kassicus moves into the clinch. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC# Kassicus breaks from the clinch.
#T3# Nogoalicus looks to score with a jab to the body but Kassicus is just out of range. Kassicus throws a quick counter head kick but Nogoalicus was just out of range.#CL# Nogoalicus gets tackled into the cage by Kassicus. Kassicus maintains the clinch. Kassicus fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC# Kassicus manages to break the clinch.
Kassicus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nogoalicus can do to turn this around? Kassicus avoids the head kick by Nogoalicus.
Kassicus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL# Kassicus gets a clinch. Kassicus has Nogoalicus pressed against the cage.
Kassicus is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Nogoalicus to keep the fight standing. Kassicus blocks a body shot from Nogoalicus. Kassicus goes for a takedown attempt but Nogoalicus pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#T4# Kassicus tries a head kick but it misses.
And Nogoalicus tries to counter it with a takedown but Kassicus pushes his down on his head and steps out. Zacharias Kassicus is winning the standup battle so far. A head kick misses from Kassicus. Nogoalicus avoids a punch combination nicely.
#CL2# Kassicus tries to keep at a distance but Nogoalicus has taken the fight into the clinch. Nogoalicus misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kassicus.
Nogoalicus jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kassicus walks away with a smile on his face. Nogoalicus gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Nogoalicus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Kassicus is looking for a counter combo. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zacharias Kassicus 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# Kassicus tries to close the distance and clinch but Nogoalicus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Nogoalicus shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kassicus pinned against the cage. Kassicus gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Kassicus leaves Nogoalicus with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Nogoalicus shoots in but Kassicus avoids the takedown attempt easily. Zacharias Kassicus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milanimus Nogoalicus. Kassicus doesn't manage to clinch there - Nogoalicus circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kassicus tries to clinch up but Nogoalicus circles away and keeps his distance.#CL# Kassicus has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kassicus tries to work over Nogoalicus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Nogoalicus takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Nogoalicus keeps control of Kassicus as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T1# Nogoalicus is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kassicus pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC# Kassicus escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL# Kassicus clinches. #BC# Kassicus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Kassicus stuffs the takedown attempt from Nogoalicus. Nogoalicus gets slowly back to his feet. Nogoalicus shoots in looking for a takedown but Kassicus manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nogoalicus's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL# Kassicus moves into the clinch successfully.
Nogoalicus gets underhooks to prevent Kassicus's takedown attempt.
Kassicus is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Nogoalicus gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Nogoalicus is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Kassicus stalls. #T2# Kassicus is trying to push Nogoalicus away but Nogoalicus has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Kassicus gets through Nogoalicus's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Nogoalicus tries to pull guard but Kassicus holds him up against the cage and eventually Nogoalicus drops back down to his feet.
#TD# Kassicus jumps guard.
Nogoalicus stopping the sweep attempt from Kassicus. Kassicus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Kassicus pulls Nogoalicus in to control the position. #T3# Nogoalicus stops Kassicus from standing up. Kassicus keeping moving, preventing Nogoalicus from controlling successfully. Kassicus wants to stand and escape but Nogoalicus is having none of it. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Left hook, right uppercut from Kassicus. Zacharias Kassicus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Nogoalicus blocks a head kick by Kassicus.
Sloppy strikes from Kassicus. Those never looked like landing. Nogoalicus keeps the fight on the outside. Kassicus connects with a crisp jab. #T4##CL# Nogoalicus gets tackled into the cage by Kassicus. Kassicus maintains the clinch. Kassicus taking a breather.#BC# Kassicus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Kassicus looks to land a combination but Nogoalicus avoids it well. Kassicus getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Kassicus throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Kassicus throws a head kick but Nogoalicus moves out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Nogoalicus goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Nogoalicus shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kassicus as he avoids it easily. Milanimus Nogoalicus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Zacharias Kassicus is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL# Kassicus instigates a clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Zacharias Kassicus showed his dominance in that final round. Well Kassicus 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27 Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zacharias Kassicus!
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