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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Hexum throws a poor cross that misses
and Norton counters with a three punch combo that has Hexum backing up. Hexum nods at Norton to acknowledge the strikes.
Hexum misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hexum keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hexum tries for a takedown but Norton circles away easily
and Norton counters with a two punch combo.
Hexum tries to clinch there but Norton circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norton has a takedown stuffed.
Hexum has his takedown stuffed
and Norton counters with a slapping leg kick. #T1#
Hexum tries to clinch there but Norton circles away.
A head kick misses from Hexum.
Norton seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hexum tries to close the distance and clinch but Norton swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Harald Hexum seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hexum tries to clinch up but Norton circles away and keeps his distance.
Norton stuffs the takedown attempt from Hexum. Hexum gets slowly back to his feet.
Norton lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harald Hexum.
Hexum throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2#
Hexum has taken the fight to the clinch.
Norton slowing the pace effectively.
Norton is looking to break free of the clinch but Hexum has double underhooks. #T2#
Hexum wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#BC#
Norton manages to break the clinch.
Hexum tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Norton swivels and escapes.
Norton seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Norton shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hexum as he avoids it easily.
Hexum tries to clinch up.
Norton seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Hexum takes the fight into the clinch.
Norton slowing the pace effectively.
Norton is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Norton is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Norton stops a takedown attempt from Hexum.
#T3#
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Norton stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Norton holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Norton gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Gerald Norton.#CL2#
Norton tries to keep at a distance but Hexum has taken the fight into the clinch.
Norton slowing the pace effectively.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hexum tries to throw a body punch but Norton avoids it by throwing Hexum back against the cage.
Hexum tries to pull guard but Norton holds him up against the cage and eventually Hexum drops back down to his feet.
Hexum is trying to pull guard but Norton has him pressed against the cage.
Hexum tries to circle away but Norton has him pinned against the cage.
Hexum drops down looking for an ankle pick but Norton pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hexum looks winded!
Norton leaves Hexum with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Norton seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hexum misses with a two punch combination.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hexum tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Norton displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hexum.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerald Norton dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Hexum looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Norton counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES2#
Hexum makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
A head kick by Hexum misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Hexum tries to clinch up#TD#
and Norton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU#
Norton stands up and waves to Hexum to follow him.
Hexum shoots and misses
and Norton counters with a head kick.
Hexum is breathing heavily.#TD#
Norton drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES2#
Hexum has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Norton off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #TD#
Norton shoots in and gets a takedown into Hexum's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SU#
Norton gets to his feet. Hexum looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Harald Hexum is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hexum shoots in but no luck this time.
Norton fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Norton fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hexum, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Norton manages to break the clinch.
Norton lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #TD#
Norton shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hexum's guard.#T2#
Hexum trying to control the position.
#SU#
Norton gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2#
Hexum gets the takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Norton gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Norton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hexum can do to turn this around?#ES#
Norton has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Hexum is on him like a limpet, forcing Norton back against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Norton.
Norton is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Norton stalling the fight.
#T3#
Hexum is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harald Hexum.
Norton stalling.
Norton effectively controlling the action here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Gerald Norton.#TD#
Norton shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Norton was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Hexum is letting Norton control him for a moment. #SU#
Norton decides to stand up, so the ref orders Hexum to his feet. #TD#
Norton bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T4#
Norton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hexum keeps working.
Gerald Norton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Norton takes a little break here. Hexum wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Norton is looking to take a break and control but Hexum is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#SU#
Norton decides to stand back up. Norton steps back and let's Hexum get back to his feet.
Hexum tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Norton manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Norton looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerald Norton dominated that second round.
That's time! Norton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Hexum wants to clinch up but Norton keeps it at a distance.
Norton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Norton will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hexum wants to counter with a clinch but Norton pushes him away.
Norton circles away from the clinch attempt
and Norton counters with a thumping low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Hexum gets the takedown into side control.
Norton is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Norton wants to control but Hexum postures up.#SU2#
Hexum decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Hexum takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Norton cracks Hexum with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hexum tries for a takedown but Norton circles away easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#TD2#
Hexum shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hexum was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Norton is trying to control Hexum's posture but Hexum avoids it. #T2#
Who's going to make the next move?
Norton is trying to improve his position.
Norton is trying to control Hexum's posture but Hexum avoids it.
Norton is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hexum's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Norton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hexum is controlling the pace.
Norton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Norton is refusing to be controlled, as Hexum sits in half guard.
Norton trying to control here.
Norton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hexum tries to pass to full mount but Norton defends it.
Hexum sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Norton defending well though.
Norton tries to kick Hexum off but Hexum keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Hexum wants to control but Norton is keeping him busy.
Norton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hexum's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hexum's back!#T4#
Will Norton go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Hexum trying to control the action but Norton just sinks the hooks in.
You can see the frustration on Hexum's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Norton looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Norton is looking for the choke from the back position but Hexum is controlling his hands well.
Norton has the hooks in. Hexum is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Norton is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
I really don't envy Hexum right now.
Harald Hexum has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gerald Norton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
What can Hexum do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
And that's the end of the fight!
Gerald Norton showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Norton 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gerald Norton!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 02, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Mitterpach closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Mitterpach looks to throw an elbow but misses. #TD2#
Mitterpach has Norton pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Mitterpach pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Norton tumbling to the mat - Mitterpach dives into Norton's guard.
Mitterpach looking to pass the guard.
Mitterpach makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Norton controls Mitterpach momentarily but Mitterpach frees himself.
Norton is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Mitterpach is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Mitterpach trying to control but Norton is working from the bottom.
Mitterpach forces his way into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mitterpach is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Norton is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Mitterpach jumps into side control!
You can see the frustration on Norton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Mitterpach tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Norton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Norton is letting Mitterpach control him for a moment.
Norton wants to control but Mitterpach postures up.#SUB2#
Mitterpach tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mitterpach has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #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.
You can see the frustration on Norton's face as Mitterpach controls the position.
Norton knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mitterpach on the ground.
Norton is trying to get back to half guard.
Norton is trying to escape the position but Mitterpach is controlling the position.
Mitterpach lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Mitterpach trying to control the action but Norton is working from the bottom.
Norton tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Norton is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T3#
Mitterpach controls the position.
Mitterpach has the hooks in. Norton is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Norton wants to control his opponent's hands but Mitterpach gets his hands free.
Mitterpach punches Norton on the ear.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Mitterpach gets his hands free as Norton looks to control.
Mitterpach lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Norton.
#CUT2#
It looks like Gerald Norton has been cut.
Norton tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Mitterpach has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Norton is in real trouble here. Mitterpach gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Norton is tapping out! Mitterpach wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jaromir Mitterpach!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Velu pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Velu wants to clinch.
Velu tries to clinch up but Norton circles away and keeps his distance.
Velu darts in looking for a takedown but Norton gets double underhooks and turns Velu into the cage.
Sloppy strikes from Velu. Those never looked like landing.
Norton seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Velu has his takedown stuffed
and Norton counters with a head kick. That will keep Velu thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Velu wants to clinch.
Norton lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#T1#
Norton is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Velu.#CUT2#
It looks like Gerald Norton has been cut.
Velu throws the kick towards the body but Norton avoids it.
Velu darts in trying to clinch
and Norton counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Velu throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Norton's waist but Norton gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Velu off to one side.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vicky Velu.
Norton lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Velu.
Velu just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromNorton.
Velu has his takedown stuffed
and Norton counters with a head kick. That will keep Velu thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Velu gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Norton counters with a head kick.
Velu tries to clinch there but Norton circles away.
Velu cracks Norton with a right hand to the side of the head.
Vicky Velu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Norton goes for a double leg but Velu avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Velu continues to drive forward.#T3##CL2#
Velu gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Norton pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Velu tries to clinch
and Norton counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Velu throws a sloppy head kick and Norton moves out of range easily.
As Velu backs away, Norton returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Norton dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Velu. That did some damage!
Velu fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Norton avoids it really well and circles away.
Norton looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Velu fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Norton wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T4#
Norton displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Velu.
Velu tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Norton swivels and escapes.
Velu looks winded!
Velu is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Norton tried to counter with a leg kick but Velu avoided it.
Norton tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
No luck for Velu with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Velu clinches up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerald Norton dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gerald Norton's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Velu fails with the takedown
and Norton counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Velu fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Velu throws a wild body kick that Norton sees coming a mile off.
Velu tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Norton paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Norton tries to keep at a distance but Velu has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee calls for Norton to work.
Velu is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Norton is defending well.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vicky Velu.#T1#
Norton leaning his opponent against the cage.
Velu wants to take the fight to the mat but Norton manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Norton stalling in the clinch.
#BC#
Norton's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Norton keeps the fight on the outside.
Norton has a takedown stuffed.
No luck for Norton with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Velu gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Norton counters with an outside leg kick.
Velu tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Norton swivels and escapes.
Velu with a poor takedown #CL#
and Norton moves into the clinch.
Norton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Velu can do to turn this around?
Velu is breathing heavily.
Velu tries to break the clinch but Norton is controlling the position.
Norton stalls.
Velu is trying to break the clinch but Norton is controlling him.
Norton dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Norton displaying some good clinch control by pressing Velu up against the cage.#T3#
Norton is pushing Velu up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Norton has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Velu wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Velu trying to stall but Norton improves his position.
The referee is keeping an eye on Norton - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Norton slows down the pace here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Gerald Norton.
Velu tries to clinch but Norton moves out of range. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Velu tries to clinch but Norton moves out of range.
No joy there for Velu, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL2#
Velu clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Norton breaks from the clinch.
Velu closes this distance looking for a takedown but Norton circles away.
Norton shoots in for a takedown but Velu shows good takedown defense.
Velu shoots and misses #CL#
and Norton counters by clinching up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Norton tries to circle away but Velu has him pinned against the cage.
Norton dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerald Norton dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gerald Norton's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Norton blocks a head kick by Velu.
Norton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Velu tries to avoid it but Norton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Velu to the ground. Velu escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL2#
Velu instigates a clinch. #BC#
Norton pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Velu is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Velu fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Norton is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Velu shoots for a double leg takedown but Norton sprawls well. He's pushed Velu's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Norton misses with a head kick.
Velu shoots in for a takedown but Norton shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T1#
Velu with a lazy takedown attempt
and Norton counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Velu is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vicky Velu.
Velu takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Velu tries for a takedown but Norton circles away easily#CL#
and Norton counters by clinching up.
Norton stalls.
Norton keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Velu's efforts to push away.
Velu jumps guard but Norton turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Velu has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Norton after a bit of a struggle.
The referee calls for Norton to work.
#T2#
Velu is trying to drag Norton to the mat but Norton just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Norton unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Norton will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Velu up against the cage.#BC#
Norton escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Velu tries to clinch but Norton moves away
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Vicky Velu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Norton dives in for a single leg takedown but Velu sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Norton takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T3#
Velu throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Norton counters with a nice double leg into side control. Velu won't be happy with that. #ES2#
Velu throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Velu misses with a takedown attempt - Norton sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Norton tries to counter by clinching up but Velu breaks away and moves out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Norton is defended easily by Velu.#TD#
Norton shoots in and gets a takedown into Velu's guard.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Norton is looking to stand up but Velu won't let him. #SUB2#
Velu is looking for a triangle but Norton pushes his legs off easily.
Norton wanted to stand there but Velu had control of the position.
Norton postures up.
#SU#
Norton decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Velu, up you get!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Velu darts in trying to clinch
and Norton counters with a leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gerald Norton showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Norton, 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gerald Norton!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Showsyehowtopunch fails with an attempt to clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch shoots in for a takedown but Norton shows good takedown defense.
Norton tries to counter by clinching up but Showsyehowtopunch breaks away and moves out of range.
Showsyehowtopunch has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Norton counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Norton.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Norton trying to control the position but instead, Showsyehowtopunch has worked for underhooks and has pushed Norton into the cage.
Showsyehowtopunch manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norton leaning his opponent against the cage.
Showsyehowtopunch has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Norton after a bit of a struggle.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of BigTam Showsyehowtopunch.#T1#
Showsyehowtopunch fails to pull guard.
#BC2#
Showsyehowtopunch manages to break the clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch throws a head kick that Norton semi-blocks.
#CUT2#
It looks like Gerald Norton has been cut.
Norton blocks a jab.#CL2#
Showsyehowtopunch takes the fight into the clinch.
Norton dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#BC2#
Showsyehowtopunch breaks from the clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch swings away with a body shot that misses
and Norton counters with a thumping low kick.
Norton throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
Showsyehowtopunch lands a head kick!
#ROC2#
Norton is rocked!
Norton slips a jab and a cross from Showsyehowtopunch.
Oh Norton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Showsyehowtopunch fails with a takedown attempt.
As Showsyehowtopunch tries to get set, Norton tries to push him back and clinch up but Showsyehowtopunch manages to avoid the attempt.
Norton seems to have got his legs back now.
Norton shoots in but Showsyehowtopunch avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Showsyehowtopunch fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Norton is looking to counter with head kicks.#CL2#
Showsyehowtopunch has closed the distance and engaged Norton in a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Showsyehowtopunch tries to break free but Norton pushes him back against the cage.
Showsyehowtopunch lands a left hand that snaps the head of Norton backwards.
Norton stalling.
Norton keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Showsyehowtopunch's efforts to push away.#T3#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Norton stalling the fight.
#BC2#
Showsyehowtopunch manages to break the clinch.
#TD#
Norton looking to score a takedown here. Showsyehowtopunch is defending well but Norton drives through and ends up in Showsyehowtopunch's guard.#ES2#
Showsyehowtopunch has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Norton is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Showsyehowtopunch tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Norton just stands there and leans against the cage.
Norton wants to break the clinch but can't.
Showsyehowtopunch jumps guard but Norton turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Norton effectively controlling the action here.#T4#
Norton avoiding damage as Showsyehowtopunch throws knees to the body.
Norton tries to stall but Showsyehowtopunch uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#BC2#
Showsyehowtopunch pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Showsyehowtopunch with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Norton counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2#
Showsyehowtopunch breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
BigTam Showsyehowtopunch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Norton looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Norton looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Showsyehowtopunch with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Norton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Showsyehowtopunch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Norton. #SUB#
Norton looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but BigTam Showsyehowtopunch will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gerald Norton's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Showsyehowtopunch tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Norton paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Showsyehowtopunch fails with the takedown
and Norton counters with a big head kick but Showsyehowtopunch shrugs it off.
Showsyehowtopunch has a takedown stuffed.
Nice sprawl there from Norton as Showsyehowtopunch shoots in.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of BigTam Showsyehowtopunch.
Showsyehowtopunch fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Showsyehowtopunch throws an off balance right hand
and Norton counters with a leg kick. #TD#
Norton darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T1#
Norton thows a huge punch but Showsyehowtopunch dodges it nicely.
#SU#
Norton decides to stand and escape the position.
Showsyehowtopunch shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Showsyehowtopunch tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Norton defends well and Showsyehowtopunch ends up having to push Norton into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch is breathing heavily.
Showsyehowtopunch tries to clinch but Norton is having none of it.
As Showsyehowtopunch tries to get set, Norton tries to push him back and clinch up but Showsyehowtopunch manages to avoid the attempt.
Norton shoots in looking for a takedown but Showsyehowtopunch manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Norton's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Showsyehowtopunch throws a jab but it's blocked by Norton.
Norton wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch tries to bum rush Norton with a series of wild strikes but Norton uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Norton tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Showsyehowtopunch manages to circle out of the way.#T2#
Showsyehowtopunch swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Norton counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Norton tries for a takedown but Showsyehowtopunch sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Showsyehowtopunch unleashes a big counter combination but Norton bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Norton connects with an inside leg kick.
Norton shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Showsyehowtopunch pinned against the cage. Showsyehowtopunch gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Showsyehowtopunch tries to clinch up but Norton circles away and keeps his distance.
Norton wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch throws a half hearted mid kick.
Showsyehowtopunch throws a nice inside leg kick. #T3#
Norton avoids the body shot from Showsyehowtopunch.
No luck for Norton with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Showsyehowtopunch instigates a clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Norton avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Norton is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Norton is looking to control Showsyehowtopunch's arms but Showsyehowtopunch gets an underhook and turns him. Now Norton has his back to the cage.
Norton effectively controlling the action here.#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.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Showsyehowtopunch letting Norton take a breather here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Gerald Norton.
Showsyehowtopunch has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Norton counters by moving into the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Norton is looking to control Showsyehowtopunch's arms but Showsyehowtopunch gets an underhook and turns him. Now Norton has his back to the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#BC2#
Showsyehowtopunch's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Showsyehowtopunch misses with a series of wild punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerald Norton dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gerald Norton'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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Showsyehowtopunch is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Norton seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Nice sprawl there from Norton as Showsyehowtopunch shoots in.
Showsyehowtopunch shoots in for a double leg but Norton sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Showsyehowtopunch swings for the body but Norton moves out of range.
Norton is looking to counter with head kicks.#CL2#
Showsyehowtopunch has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norton wants to get back to striking at distance but Showsyehowtopunch won't allow it.
Norton is struggling to control the position.#BC2#
Showsyehowtopunch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
BigTam Showsyehowtopunch is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Showsyehowtopunch fails with an attempt to clinch.
Norton feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T1#
Showsyehowtopunch rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Norton moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Norton tries to counter by clinching up but Showsyehowtopunch breaks away and moves out of range.
Showsyehowtopunch with a poor takedown #CL#
and Norton holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of BigTam Showsyehowtopunch.#BC2#
Showsyehowtopunch manages to break the clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch shoots and misses
and Norton counters with a three punch combo that has Showsyehowtopunch backing up. Showsyehowtopunch nods at Norton to acknowledge the strikes.
Showsyehowtopunch takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Showsyehowtopunch feints and then cracks Norton's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Norton down.
Norton shoots in looking for a takedown but Showsyehowtopunch manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Norton's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A head kick by Showsyehowtopunch misses #CL#
and Norton moves into the clinch.
Norton taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Norton has had enough of the clinch but Showsyehowtopunch keeps him there for the moment.#T2#
Norton has Showsyehowtopunch pressed against the cage.
Norton looking to stall.
Norton trying to stall but Showsyehowtopunch improves his position.
Norton is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Maybe Norton would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Gerald Norton.
Showsyehowtopunch misses with a takedown #CL#
and Norton counters by clinching up.
Norton is stalling here.
Showsyehowtopunch is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Norton to keep the fight standing.#T3#
Norton displaying some good clinch control by pressing Showsyehowtopunch up against the cage.#BC2#
Showsyehowtopunch breaks from the clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Norton counters by moving into the clinch.
Showsyehowtopunch being controlled against the cage.
Norton stalls.
A bit of stalling here from Norton.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T4#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Gerald Norton.
Showsyehowtopunch leaves Norton with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Norton displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Showsyehowtopunch.
Showsyehowtopunch closes this distance looking for a takedown but Norton circles away.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Showsyehowtopunch, right into the meat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Norton misses with a leg kick #CL2#
and Showsyehowtopunch counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Showsyehowtopunch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC#
Norton escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gerald Norton showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Norton has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gerald Norton!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Moncrief fails with an attempt to clinch.
Norton takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Moncrief slaps away a takedown attempt from Norton, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
Moncrief has Norton up against the cage in a clinch.
Moncrief is trying to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norton avoiding damage as Moncrief throws knees to the body.
Norton lands a body shot.
Moncrief looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD2#
Moncrief pulls guard effortlessly. #T1#
Norton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Norton accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SU#
Norton gets to his feet. Moncrief looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Moncrief is looking to clinch but Norton is avoiding it.
Norton keeps the fight on the outside.
Moncrief just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromNorton.
Moncrief pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
As Moncrief tries to get set, Norton tries to push him back and clinch up but Moncrief manages to avoid the attempt.
Norton moves out of range of the body kick.
Moncrief tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Moncrief shoots in for a takedown but Norton shows good takedown defense.
Moncrief tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2##TD#
Norton feints and as Moncrief raises his hands in defense, Norton changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SU#
Norton stands and steps away. Moncrief gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
Moncrief shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Norton actively working from the bottom here.
Norton controlling the position for now.
Moncrief throwing shots but Norton is blocking nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Moncrief is nestled in close to Norton, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Moncrief is trying to control. Norton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Norton is looking to control Moncrief's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Norton avoid being mounted?
Moncrief is looking to advance position but Norton won't allow it. #T3#
Norton tries to get to full guard but Moncrief has control of the leg.
Norton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Norton.
Moncrief wants to get up but he can't break Norton's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Moncrief really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Norton. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Norton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Norton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Norton pushes Moncrief off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #TD#
Norton closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Moncrief did well to prevent Norton getting side control.#T4#
Moncrief is trying to stand back up but Norton is controlling him
Norton prevents Moncrief from improving his position.#SU#
Norton escapes and gets back to his feet.
Moncrief doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Norton counters by clinching up.
Moncrief looks winded!
Norton stalling the fight.
Norton content to slow the pace in the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Norton has Moncrief pressed against the cage.
Norton seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerald Norton dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Moncrief checks a leg kick. #TD2#
Moncrief scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Norton preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Norton is looking to control Moncrief's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Norton avoid being mounted?
Moncrief tries to pass the half guard into mount. Norton knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Norton wants to control but Moncrief is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norton wants to get back to his feet.
Norton moves into full guard.
Moncrief trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Norton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Norton has his foot on Moncrief's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Moncrief works his way back into a safe position though.
Norton keeping moving, preventing Moncrief from controlling successfully.
Norton is pulling down on Moncrief's head to control his posture.
Moncrief pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Norton is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Norton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Moncrief is aware though and is defending well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Moncrief postures up.
Moncrief looking to pass the guard.
Moncrief postures up.
#SUB#
Norton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Moncrief defends well.
Moncrief wants to control from the top but Norton keeps moving. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Norton 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.
Moncrief content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Moncrief engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Norton wants to get back to his feet but Moncrief is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SU2#
Moncrief decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Moncrief is defended easily by Norton.
Norton fires out a quick counter leg kick but Moncrief just manages to avoid it.#T3#
Moncrief tries for a takedown but Norton circles away easily
and Norton counters with a thumping low kick.
Moncrief misses with a wild combination.
Norton looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Moncrief misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Norton is looking to counter punch.
Moncrief shoots for a takedown but Norton saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
As Moncrief backs away, Norton returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sid Moncrief.#TD#
Norton looking to score a takedown here. Moncrief is defending well but Norton drives through and ends up in Moncrief's guard.#T4##SU#
Moncrief is working an open guard so Norton takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Moncrief throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Norton tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Moncrief is in Norton's guard.#ES#
Norton has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Moncrief is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Norton manages to break the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Moncrief. No joy for Norton on that attempt.
Moncrief stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Moncrief wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Moncrief scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES#
Norton manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Moncrief keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Norton controlling the action here for a moment.
Moncrief tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gerald Norton dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Moncrief throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Moncrief misses the shot to the body.
Norton misses with a takedown attempt
letting Moncrief counter with a right hand.
No luck for Moncrief with that takedown attempt.
Moncrief defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Norton.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moncrief throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT2#
It looks like Gerald Norton has been cut.
Sid Moncrief seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick misses from Moncrief.
Norton slaps away a takedown attempt from Moncrief, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Norton appears to be looking for a big counter.
Moncrief takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##TD2#
Moncrief looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Norton!#ES#
Norton sneaks out the side door and pushes Moncrief away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#CL2#
Moncrief moves into the clinch.
Norton tries to break the clinch but Moncrief is controlling the position.
Norton has Moncrief pushed against the cage.
Moncrief wants a takedown.
Gerald Norton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sid Moncrief.#T2#
Norton stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Norton has Moncrief pressed against the cage.
Moncrief wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC2#
Moncrief escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD2#
Moncrief shoots in and bounces Norton off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
Norton pushes Moncrief off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moncrief fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Norton checks it well.
As Moncrief tries to get set, Norton tries to push him back and clinch up but Moncrief manages to avoid the attempt.#T3#
Norton fails with the takedown.
Moncrief shoots for a takedown but Norton saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Moncrief moves to clinch but Norton breaks away
and Norton counters with an inside leg kick.
Moncrief misses with a head kick.
#TD#
Norton looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Moncrief!#ES2#
Moncrief sneaks out the side door and pushes Norton away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T4#
Sid Moncrief seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Norton has a takedown stuffed.
A punch combination from Moncrief misses.
Norton is looking to counter the offense by Moncrief and move into the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD#
Norton shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Moncrief manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SU#
Norton decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Norton shoots in but Moncrief avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Moncrief throws a counter combo.
Sid Moncrief has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gerald Norton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sid Moncrief is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Moncrief has Norton up against the cage in a clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sid Moncrief.
I think Norton has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gerald Norton!
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