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Event:
RFC Showdown in Tokyo 3
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Dillinger checks the leg kick nicely there.
OCallaghan misses with a hook
#CL#
and Dillinger counters by clinching up.
Dillinger works on OCallaghan's body with a couple of short punches.
OCallaghan misses with a short punch on the inside.
OCallaghan throws a punch but it's blocked by Dillinger.
Dillinger works on OCallaghan's body with a couple of short punches.
OCallaghan misses with a hook from the clinch.
OCallaghan tries to circle away but Dillinger has him pinned against the cage.
OCallaghan tries to pull guard but Dillinger holds him up against the cage and eventually OCallaghan drops back down to his feet.
Dillinger stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Dillinger definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#BC2#
OCallaghan breaks the clinch.
Dillinger scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from OCallaghan is predictable there #CL#
and Dillinger counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dillinger.
Dillinger lands a shot to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Dillinger.
OCallaghan tries to pull guard but Dillinger won't allow it.
Dillinger lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dillinger is pushing OCallaghan up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Dillinger lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Dillinger stalling.
Dillinger lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt OCallaghan or not.
Dillinger makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dillinger content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Dillinger - that landed with a thud.
Dillinger pushes OCallaghan back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that OCallaghan has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
OCallaghan looks winded!
Stalling in the clinch from Dillinger.
OCallaghan wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Dillinger stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Dillinger will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning OCallaghan up against the cage.
OCallaghan is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Nate Dillinger.
OCallaghan thows a leg kick but Dillinger checks it
and Dillinger counters with a left to the body.
Dillinger is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
OCallaghan walks into a jab.
Dillinger bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dillinger is looking to counter the offense by OCallaghan and move into the clinch.#T2#
Dillinger cracks OCallaghan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Good standup being displayed there by Dillinger as he connects with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
OCallaghan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
OCallaghan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dillinger counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#
OCallaghan is rocked!
Nate Dillinger has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ollie OCallaghan.
OCallaghan swings widly with a right hand
#CL#
and Dillinger counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
OCallaghan struggles to land a body shot inside as Dillinger controls his hands.
Dillinger lands a right hand.
A short body shot lands from Dillinger as the two fighters clinch.
Dillinger taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Dillinger has OCallaghan pressed against the cage.
Dillinger presses OCallaghan against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Dillinger softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Dillinger.
Dillinger stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
Dillinger'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.
Dillinger lands with a right to the head.
Dillinger gets through OCallaghan's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dillinger lands a shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for OCallaghan.
Dillinger content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Dillinger.
A bit of stalling here from Dillinger.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Dillinger for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Nate Dillinger.
OCallaghan misses with a head kick.
OCallaghan tries to move into range but Dillinger moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dillinger lands a nice looking body shot.
OCallaghan shoots and misses
and Dillinger counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nate Dillinger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
OCallaghan takes one to the side of the head.
#T4#
Dillinger cracks OCallaghan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
OCallaghan takes a jab right on the kisser.
OCallaghan is still on wobbly legs! Can Dillinger finish him?
Dillinger cracks OCallaghan with a good jab.
OCallaghan throws a hook but Dillinger blocks it.
As OCallaghan tries to get set, Dillinger tries to push him back and clinch up but OCallaghan manages to avoid the attempt.
OCallaghan thows a leg kick but Dillinger checks it
and Dillinger counters with a two punch combo.
Dillinger swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by OCallaghan.
OCallaghan walks straight into a right hand from Dillinger - that's dropped him! Dillinger jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save OCallaghan from any more punishment! OCallaghan complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Nate Dillinger!
During a confident post fight interview, Nate Dillinger thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
RFC Aloha Hawaii
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Alpha's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Alpha duly obliges.
Alpha connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ollie OCallaghan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alpha throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck OCallaghan on the side of the head.
Alpha stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Alpha jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A jab lands there for Alpha.
We've been told by Alpha's head coaches at Tycoon Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Alpha throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
OCallaghan is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A left and a right from Alpha both land. Nice combination. #ROC#
OCallaghan is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alpha steps to the side to avoid the strikes from OCallaghan.
OCallaghan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Alpha defends well and OCallaghan ends up having to push Alpha into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Alpha appears to be looking for a big counter.
OCallaghan fails with the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Alpha misses the target.#T1#
OCallaghan takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
OCallaghan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Alpha to counter with a crisp jab.
Eddie Alpha has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ollie OCallaghan.
OCallaghan shoots in and drives through. Alpha sprawls well.
OCallaghan moves in looking to clinch but Alpha pushes him off.
OCallaghan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Alpha scores with a crisp jab that stopped OCallaghan in his tracks. #T2#
Alpha throws a series of punches but OCallaghan moves out of range. #TD#
Alpha is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in OCallaghan's half guard.
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!
OCallaghan is trying to control but can't.
Alpha slows the pace down in half guard.
Alpha is pressing down on OCallaghan's thigh, looking to free his foot. OCallaghan is holding on for now.
Ground and pound from Alpha.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Alpha lands a nice short elbow.
OCallaghan gets full guard.#T3##SUB2#
OCallaghan working for a triangle but Alpha defends it easily.
#SUB2#
OCallaghan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Alpha is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alpha trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
OCallaghan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Alpha wants to control from the top but OCallaghan keeps moving.
Alpha controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
OCallaghan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
OCallaghan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Alpha. #T4##SUB2#
OCallaghan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Alpha wants to control from the top but OCallaghan keeps moving.
OCallaghan working a defensive guard here.
OCallaghan is adopting a defensive guard.
OCallaghan keeping moving, preventing Alpha from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eddie Alpha dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
OCallaghan looks to land a combination but Alpha avoids it well.
Alpha connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Alpha connects with a single shot there.
Alpha lands a head shot.
Alpha connects with a good right hand that stumbles OCallaghan. OCallaghan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CL2#
OCallaghan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Alpha.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OCallaghan has Alpha pressed against the cage, preventing Alpha from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A short right from Alpha.
Alpha has had enough of the clinch but OCallaghan keeps him there for the moment.
Alpha works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
OCallaghan is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1##BC#
Alpha manages to break the clinch.
OCallaghan avoids a punch combination nicely.
OCallaghan changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Alpha tries to avoid it but OCallaghan manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Alpha to the ground. Alpha escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Eddie Alpha is winning the standup battle so far.
Alpha shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. OCallaghan eats them both and turns towards Alpha to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#TD#
Alpha fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. OCallaghan sprawls well initially but Alpha persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2#
OCallaghan kicks Alpha off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
OCallaghan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Alpha but Alpha pushes him off and we're back to square one.
As OCallaghan looks to move away, Alpha throws a big counter combo but OCallaghan just gets out of the way.
Alpha is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Alpha connects with the punch.#T2#
Alpha lands an overhand right.
OCallaghan shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Alpha counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Eddie Alpha has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ollie OCallaghan.
OCallaghan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Alpha moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Alpha will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A countering left hand to the body from OCallaghan misses.#T3#
OCallaghan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Alpha.
OCallaghan tries for a takedown but Alpha circles away easily
and Alpha counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alpha slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Alpha connects with a right hand. OCallaghan shakes it off.
Alpha lands with an overhand left.
Alpha scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
OCallaghan is still on wobbly legs! Can Alpha finish him?
OCallaghan shoots in but Alpha avoids the takedown attempt easily.
OCallaghan seems to have recovered his senses.#T4#
Alpha connects with a body shot.
OCallaghan walks into a stiff left hand from Alpha.#KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Alpha and sends OCallaghan crashing to the mat! Alpha follows him down to the mat - OCallaghan regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alpha throwing shots but OCallaghan is blocking nicely.
Alpha lands with a punch from half guard.
OCallaghan wants to control but Alpha is keeping busy.
Alpha with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eddie Alpha dominated that second round.
That's time! Alpha's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
OCallaghan shoots in but Alpha avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Alpha defends well against a solid takedown attempt from OCallaghan.
A little feinted left hand from Alpha on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
OCallaghan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Alpha as he avoids it easily.
Eddie Alpha has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ollie OCallaghan.
Alpha cracks OCallaghan with a right hand to the side of the head.
OCallaghan is trying desperately to land a takedown but Alpha is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for OCallaghan.
Alpha dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Alpha drops OCallaghan with a nice combination! Alpha dives into OCallaghan's guard, looking to finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alpha postures up.
Alpha postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Alpha accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Alpha stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. OCallaghan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Alpha is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Alpha got a little sloppy there for a moment and OCallaghan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alpha has managed to get both his arms back between OCallaghan's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OCallaghan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Alpha works over OCallaghan with some ground and pound from guard.
Alpha's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Alpha got a little sloppy there for a moment and OCallaghan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alpha has managed to get both his arms back between OCallaghan's legs - danger averted.
OCallaghan keeping moving, preventing Alpha from controlling successfully.
Alpha trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
OCallaghan is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2#
Alpha scoring with punches to the head and body.
Alpha stands up out of OCallaghan's guard for a moment - OCallaghan manages to land a nice upkick.
Eddie Alpha overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Alpha slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
OCallaghan is adopting a defensive guard.
Alpha wants to pass the guard but OCallaghan is keeping the position.
OCallaghan keeping moving, preventing Alpha from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
OCallaghan shoots for a takedown but Alpha saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Alpha fakes a jab and throws a low kick but OCallaghan checks it well.
OCallaghan is looking for the big counter here.
OCallaghan fails with a takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by OCallaghan or perhaps it was just good defense by Alpha, which made it look bad.
Alpha swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alpha leaves OCallaghan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Eddie Alpha is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Alpha moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
OCallaghan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from OCallaghan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Alpha lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Alpha looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Alpha throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
OCallaghan fails with a takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Eddie Alpha showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Alpha 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:26
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 30:26
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eddie Alpha!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 17, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Byrd closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming OCallaghan to the mat! OCallaghan manages to get full guard. #ES2#
OCallaghan uses the cage to get back to his feet.
OCallaghan is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#CL#
Byrd drives through and clinches with OCallaghan against the cage.
#BC2#
OCallaghan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
OCallaghan closes the distance and pushes Byrd back into the cage.#TD2#
OCallaghan gets control of Byrd's arms and successfully pulls guard. OCallaghan will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Byrd missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Byrd throws a sloppy strike and OCallaghan has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Byrd is forced to tap! Great BJJ from OCallaghan!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ollie OCallaghan!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 04, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
OCallaghan darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
OCallaghan drops an elbow to the side of Silva's head.
Silva trying to hold on to OCallaghan's head to control him but OCallaghan postures up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
OCallaghan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Silva defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
OCallaghan lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Silva could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Silva tries to roll over but OCallaghan keeps him under control.
OCallaghan not landing any meaningful shots this time.
OCallaghan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
OCallaghan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Silva doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time OCallaghan.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OCallaghan trying to control the pace. #T2#
OCallaghan looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#CUT2#
It looks like Brant Silva has been cut.
OCallaghan slips a nice elbow through Silva's hands, connecting with Silva's forehead.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
OCallaghan is trying to work for a kimura but Silva is defending well.
#T3#
OCallaghan is nestled in close to Silva, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
OCallaghan is taking a breather. Silva says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
OCallaghan is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Silva is hurt! He's hurt bad - OCallaghan fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Silva from any more punishment! Congratulations to OCallaghan! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ollie OCallaghan!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Stokes looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
OCallaghan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Stokes gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and OCallaghan counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by OCallaghan.
Stokes tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. OCallaghan just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Stokes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stokes is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables OCallaghan to keep the fight standing.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by OCallaghan as Stokes tries to tie him up. #TD2#
OCallaghan has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Stokes is trying to keep an underhook but OCallaghan manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Stokes avoiding damage under a succession of punches from OCallaghan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OCallaghan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Stokes throws a sloppy strike from the bottom. He's now off balance and OCallaghan manages to pass to side control. #T1#
Stokes is trying to get back to his feet.
OCallaghan controlling from side mount. #SU2#
OCallaghan decides to stand back up. #TD2#
OCallaghan closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - OCallaghan lands in his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stokes has a closed guard, preventing OCallaghan from standing up.
OCallaghan postures up and lands a big shot to Stokes's brow.
OCallaghan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
OCallaghan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
OCallaghan stopping the sweep attempt from Stokes.
Stokes keeping full guard, as OCallaghan tries to pass. #SU2#
OCallaghan stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2#
OCallaghan shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Stokes is trying to defend but OCallaghan finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Stokes wants to stand back up but OCallaghan manages to pass into side control.
#T3#
Stokes is working to avoid the ground and pound but OCallaghan connects with a decent elbow.
OCallaghan in side control, just content to control the action for now.
OCallaghan cracks Stokes with an elbow. That is naaassty.
OCallaghan takes a little break here. Stokes wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Stokes wants to control but OCallaghan postures up.#T4#
OCallaghan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
OCallaghan tries for a kimura but Stokes is defending well.
OCallaghan is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Let's hope that OCallaghan has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ollie OCallaghan dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
OCallaghan leaning against his opponent.
#TD2#
OCallaghan gets control of Stokes's arms and successfully pulls guard. OCallaghan will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Stokes has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
OCallaghan throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Stokes escapes and throws OCallaghan's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB#
Stokes working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OCallaghan is trying to improve his position.#T1#
OCallaghan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
OCallaghan manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Stokes wants to work for an arm triangle but OCallaghan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
OCallaghan regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
OCallaghan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Stokes defends it easily.#T2#
OCallaghan wants to stand but Stokes is controlling the position.
OCallaghan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Stokes manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Stokes wants to sweep here but OCallaghan controlling him for the moment.
Ollie OCallaghan has got the better of the ground game so far.
OCallaghan controlling from the top position.
OCallaghan trying to control the position from guard on top but Stokes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
OCallaghan tries to free his leg and advance position but Stokes is retaining full guard.
OCallaghan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Stokes's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OCallaghan trying to control but Stokes is working from the bottom.
OCallaghan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
OCallaghan passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
OCallaghan throws a strike aimed at the side of Stokes's head but Stokes avoids it well.
OCallaghan is staying tight to Stokes's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Stokes is trying to control OCallaghan's posture but OCallaghan avoids it. #SUB2#
OCallaghan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Stokes has escaped the position, nice work there.
OCallaghan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stokes keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stokes isn't going anywhere.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ollie OCallaghan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
OCallaghan manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Stokes on his heels. He'll look to pass Stokes's guard now, I'm sure.#SU2#
OCallaghan stands and steps away. Stokes gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
OCallaghan shoots in and bounces Stokes off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Stokes has his hands on OCallaghan's head, controlling the position.
OCallaghan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OCallaghan advances position into side control!#T1#
OCallaghan is staying tight to Stokes's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Stokes is trying to control OCallaghan's posture but OCallaghan avoids it.
Stokes tries to buck OCallaghan off but OCallaghan is having none of it.
OCallaghan moves into full mount!
Stokes is looking to improve his position but OCallaghan isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
OCallaghan fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
OCallaghan scores with a couple of good head shots there.
OCallaghan controlling from mount.
OCallaghan has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Stokes's face.
#ROC2#
Stokes is rocked!
OCallaghan lands a big elbow - Stokes is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Stokes is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Ollie OCallaghan!
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