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Event:
FARTMMA 58
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
James tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rain swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rain throws a hook but James avoids it easily.
James tries to clinch there but Rain circles away.
Rain throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
James shoots in looking for a takedown. Rain tries to sprawl out of it but James keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rain manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
James rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rain cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rain slaps away a takedown attempt from James, before circling back to the center of the mat.
James closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rain circles away.
Jonathan Rain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cassius James.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James tries to clinch up.
James fails to land the takedown.
James throws a right hand that Rain ducks under and follows up with a left that Rain also avoids with ease.
Rain ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking James out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jonathan Rain!
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Event:
FARTMMA 51
Date: Jul 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Howarth drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks James right on the button. James goes down! Howarth follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Howarth gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kerry Howarth!
An out of breath Kerry Howarth 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 23, 2019 |
#R1#
James blocks a jab.
James dives in for a single leg takedown but Bizihwaeile sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
James uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bizihwaeile.
James tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bizihwaeile wants to counter the offense by James and move into the clinch position.#TD#
James changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bizihwaeile looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Bizihwaeile really doesn't want to stay on the ground with James. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
James wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bizihwaeile, who protects the arm well.
James wants to control but Bizihwaeile is keeping him busy. #SUB#
James looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
James working the ground and pound.#T1#
Bizihwaeile can't do much from the bottom here.
Bizihwaeile is being controlled here.
James wants to control but Bizihwaeile is keeping him busy. #SU#
James decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Bizihwaeile jabbing away but nothing is landing.
James closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bizihwaeile circles away.
Bizihwaeile throws an uppercut from half a mile away. James sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bizihwaeile throws an overhand right that lands on James's shoulder, as James tries to avoid the shot.
James slips under a jab.
Bizihwaeile keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cassius James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
James fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
James is looking to clinch but Bizihwaeile is avoiding it.
James sets himself, and Bizihwaeile steps forward looking for the clinch! James avoids it this time.#TD#
James closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bizihwaeile did well to prevent James getting side control.
Bizihwaeile scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but James manages to mount him!
James sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
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!
Bizihwaeile tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
James working for a guillotine from mount but Bizihwaeile is in no mood to give up.
James lands a big shot there that rocks Bizihwaeile but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#T3##SUB#
James is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Bizihwaeile has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Bizihwaeile is trying to reverse the position but instead James has taken his back - oops!
Will James go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Bizihwaeile wants to escape the position.
James wants to control but Bizihwaeile is keeping busy.
Bizihwaeile can't escape the position.
#T4##SUB#
James has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Bizihwaeile is defending well but eventually James manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Bizihwaeile has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Cassius James!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 17, 2019 |
#R1#
Hamed tries to clinch up.
James avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
James throws a body punch but Hamed moves out of range.
James circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
Hamed rushes James and presses him up against the cage.
James holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#BC2#
James breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
James clinches up against the cage.
Hamed blocks a body shot from James. #BC2#
James breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hamed wants to clinch#TD2#
and James counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Hamed is trying to stand back up but James is controlling him
James perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hamed tries to push off, looking to stand up, but James manages to move to mount!
Hamed knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for James on the ground.
Hamed is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
#T1#
James in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
James has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
James controlling from the full mount.
James is landing with some decent strikes but Hamed is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
James working the ground and pound effectively.
James won't let Hamed get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
James looking to control and managing it successfully. #T2##SUB2#
James swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Cassius James!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 13, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
James clinches up against the cage.
James is trying to break free.
Maidana is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. James is defending well for now.
Maidana lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#
It looks like Cassius James has been cut.
James avoiding damage as Maidana throws knees to the body.
Nice elbow from Maidana.
Maidana lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Maidana throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Maidana gets underhooks to prevent James's takedown attempt.
Maidana could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Maidana scores a nice knee to the body.
James is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Maidana gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
James misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Maidana lands an elbow inside.
Maidana comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Maidana lands an elbow just above James 's eye.
James changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Maidana fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T1#
James fails with the takedown.
Marcos Maidana has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cassius James.#CL#
Maidana rushes James and presses him up against the cage.
James wants to take the fight to the mat but Maidana manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Maidana avoids a wild elbow strike from James.
James takes an elbow to the forehead.
James is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
James is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Maidana is defending well.
James looks winded!
James blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
James tries to circle away but Maidana has him pinned against the cage.
Maidana keeps control of James as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Maidana lands an elbow just above James 's eye. #ROC#
James is rocked!
Maidana landing some nice looking knees to the body.
James is still on wobbly legs! Can Maidana finish him?
Maidana is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Maidana lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Maidana landing knees to the body.
Maidana lands a nice knee 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!
Maidana using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Clinched against the cage, Maidana lands a big elbow that drops James! The ref dives in to save him from more shots - James is complaining that he's OK but he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marcos Maidana!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Deman connects with a jab.#KD#
Deman cracks James with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Deman has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning James to stand back up!#ROC#
James is rocked!
James is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Deman doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! James crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in James's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dan Deman!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
James fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Timmoy, pushing him back against the cage.
James wants to get back to striking at distance but Timmoy won't allow it.
James wants a takedown but no success here.
James misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Timmoy.
James tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Timmoy smiles and moves away.
James shoots and misses
and Timmoy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Manoy Timmoy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cassius James.
James dives in for a single leg takedown but Timmoy sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Timmoy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
James tries for a takedown but Timmoy sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Timmoy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Timmoy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Timmoy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
James fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Timmoy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Cassius James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Timmoy drives through and clinches with James against the cage.
#T1#
James effectively controlling the action here.
Timmoy keeps control of James as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
James tries to break the clinch but Timmoy is controlling the position.
James drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Timmoy gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Timmoy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
James scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Timmoy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Timmoy'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.#TD2#
James has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Timmoy uses from the top position.
James throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Timmoy decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on James, up you get!
James ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Timmoy moves away.#CL2#
James forces Timmoy back against the cage and clinches.
Timmoy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T3##TD2#
James has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Timmoy uses from the top position. #SU#
Timmoy gets to his feet - James follows without any prompting.
James lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
James shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Timmoy defends it nicely.
James shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Timmoy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Timmoy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL#
Timmoy has closed the distance and engaged James in a clinch.
Timmoy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite James's efforts to push away.#T4#
James is trying to break free.
James jumps guard but Timmoy turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Timmoy tightens his grip and picks James up, before dumping him to the ground. James manages to land in guard.
James wants to get back to his feet but Timmoy passes into half guard.
#REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
James is looking for a sweep. Timmoy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#ES2#
James kicks Timmoy off and gets back to his feet.#TD2#
James changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Timmoy looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Cassius James will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
James looks to score with a jab to the body but Timmoy is just out of range.
Timmoy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
James fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It looked like Timmoy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
James shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Timmoy sprawls well. Timmoy wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. James gets slowly back to his feet.
Timmoy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Timmoy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but James paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Timmoy lands a body shot.
James fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
James fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Timmoy avoids it really well and circles away.
Manoy Timmoy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cassius James.#T1##CL2#
James rushes Timmoy and presses him up against the cage.
Timmoy tries to throw a body punch but James avoids it by throwing Timmoy back against the cage.
James is looking for a takedown.
Timmoy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite James's efforts to push away.
Timmoy can't find room to land a body shot as James controls the action.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Timmoy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
James tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Timmoy just stands there and leans against the cage.
Timmoy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
James tries to pull guard but Timmoy holds him up against the cage and eventually James drops back down to his feet.
Timmoy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Timmoy can't find room to land a body shot as James controls the action.
James blocks a body shot from Timmoy.
James wants to get back to striking at distance but Timmoy won't allow it.
#T3#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, James just misses with a elbow thrown towards Timmoy's brow.
Timmoy is pressed up against the cage. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Timmoy down to the mat. Timmoy avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD2#
James shoots in and bounces Timmoy off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
Timmoy pushes James off and scrambles back to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from James.
James is breathing heavily.
James misses with a takedown
and Timmoy counters with a right hand to the body. #T4#
James throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Timmoy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
James misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Timmoy.
Timmoy drops down looking for a counter takedown but James sprawls and moves away.
Timmoy is looking to clinch.
James will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Timmoy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A punch combination from James misses.
Timmoy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Timmoy doesn't manage to clinch there - James circles away.
#CL#
Timmoy forces James back against the cage and clinches.
Timmoy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manoy Timmoy dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
James misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Timmoy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
James misses with a takedown attempt - Timmoy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Cassius James is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
James fails with the takedown
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
and Timmoy counters with a right hand to the body.
James tries to clinch but Timmoy is having none of it.
It looked like Timmoy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from James.
James shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Timmoy but Timmoy pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Timmoy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Manoy Timmoy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cassius James.
James takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James is looking to score with low kicks.
James tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Timmoy was well out of range. Poor timing from James.#T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Timmoy blocks the leg kick.
James lands a leg kick that knocks Timmoy off balance momentarily.
Timmoy is looking to clinch but James is avoiding it.
James throws a head kick that misses.
Timmoy tries to clinch up.#CL#
Timmoy pushes James up against the cage in a clinch.
Timmoy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
Timmoy manages to break the clinch.
James looks for a takedown but Timmoy sprawls well.#T2#
Timmoy just misses with a punch to the body.
Timmoy slaps away a takedown attempt from James, before circling back to the center of the mat.
James darts in looking for a takedown but Timmoy gets double underhooks and turns James into the cage.
It looked like Timmoy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from James.#CL#
Timmoy instigates a clinch.
Timmoy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with James's elbow.
James working hard to break the clinch.
James can't get the takedown.
Timmoy misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T3#
Timmoy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Timmoy misses with a body punch.
James blocks a body shot from Timmoy.
Timmoy can't find room to land a body shot as James controls the action.
#TD2#
James jumps guard and drags Timmoy to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU#
Timmoy gets to his feet. James looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
James tries to close the distance and clinch but Timmoy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Timmoy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Timmoy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Timmoy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
James tries to score a power double leg takedown but Timmoy sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten James somewhat.
A counter left hand to the body from Timmoy misses its target.#T4#
Timmoy is looking to clinch but James is avoiding it.
James tries to clinch there but Timmoy circles away.
Manoy Timmoy is winning the standup battle so far.
James throws a wild body kick that Timmoy sees coming a mile off.
Timmoy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Timmoy tries to clinch up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James has a takedown stuffed.
Timmoy is looking to counter with a body kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Manoy Timmoy showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Timmoy 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 30:28
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manoy Timmoy!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Nikolayevich shoots in for a double leg but James sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nikolayevich moves out of range of the leg kick from James.
James tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
James tries to clinch up.
James fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
James fails to land the takedown.
Nikolayevich slaps away a takedown attempt from James, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cassius James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
James looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nikolayevich pulls James in close to his closed guard and prevents James from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1##SUB2#
James avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
James slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Nikolayevich looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nikolayevich looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Nikolayevich throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nikolayevich not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
James wants to control from the top but Nikolayevich keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
James looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nikolayevich is fending him off so far but James persists. Nope, Nikolayevich circles away and we're back to standing.
James shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nikolayevich sprawls well. Nikolayevich wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. James gets slowly back to his feet.
James has a takedown stuffed.#T3#
Nikolayevich fails with a takedown attempt.
James plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#
It looks like Adam Nikolayevich has been cut.#CL2#
Nikolayevich clinches up against the cage.
Nikolayevich looking for a takedown.
James wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
James is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Nikolayevich drops to a knee looking for a takedown but James gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Nikolayevich goes for a takedown in the clinch but James prevents it.
#T4#
Nikolayevich tries to pull guard but James won't allow it.
Nikolayevich has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. James is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Nikolayevich looks winded!
Stalling in the clinch from Nikolayevich.
James wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
James tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Nikolayevich can't get the takedown.
Nikolayevich is pressed up against the cage. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Nikolayevich down to the mat. Nikolayevich avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nice sprawl there from James as Nikolayevich shoots in.
James jabs Nikolayevich to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
James rushes Nikolayevich and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
James gets control of Nikolayevich's arms and successfully pulls guard. James will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
James is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cassius James dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Adam Nikolayevich'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#
James throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Nikolayevich closes the distance and pushes James back into the cage.
James is trying to pull guard but Nikolayevich turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Nikolayevich changes levels and goes for a takedown here. James fights it off and pushes away nicely.
James shoots in but no luck this time.
Cassius James is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Horrible takedown attempt by James or perhaps it was just good defense by Nikolayevich, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cassius James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nikolayevich tries for a takedown but James circles away easily
and Nikolayevich takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James shoots in looking for a takedown. Nikolayevich tries to sprawl out of it but James keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nikolayevich manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
James is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nikolayevich can do to turn this around?#T1#
James slaps away a takedown attempt from Nikolayevich, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nikolayevich looks for a takedown but James sprawls well.
Nikolayevich is breathing heavily.
James looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Cassius James is winning the standup battle so far.
James shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
James scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
James tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nikolayevich swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nikolayevich wants to counter the offense by James and move into the clinch position.
James misses with a two punch combination.
James looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2#
Nikolayevich fails to land the takedown.
Nikolayevich misses with a series of wild punches.
James lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nikolayevich circles away quickly and effectively.
Nikolayevich throws a counter combo.
James tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nikolayevich manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nikolayevich doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting James counter with a right hand.
James is looking to clinch.
James tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
James shoots for a takedown but Nikolayevich saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nikolayevich fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck for James with that takedown attempt.
Nikolayevich steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from James.
Nikolayevich avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nikolayevich throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nikolayevich shoots in looking for a takedown. James tries to sprawl out of it but Nikolayevich keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. James manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
James misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nikolayevich tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
James closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Nikolayevich pulls guard.
Nikolayevich is trying to control the position but James postures up.
James won't allow Nikolayevich to sweep him here.
James pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nikolayevich is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James is working hard here to advance position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Cassius James will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Adam Nikolayevich's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Nikolayevich swats away the attempt to clinch by James.
Nikolayevich is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nikolayevich avoids the head kick by James.
Nikolayevich changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nikolayevich.
James will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Nikolayevich gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nikolayevich stops a takedown attempt from James.
Nikolayevich stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikolayevich scores with a shot to the side of James's head.
James is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cassius James. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
James gets control of Nikolayevich's arms and successfully pulls guard. James will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
James working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nikolayevich.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
James looking to control.
#SU2#
James is working an open guard so Nikolayevich takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
James is looking to clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nikolayevich.
James tries to counter by clinching up but Nikolayevich breaks away and moves out of range.
James gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Nikolayevich counters with a straight right hand.
A punch combination from James misses. #TD2#
Nikolayevich scores with a takedown into James's guard.
Nikolayevich sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
James has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Nikolayevich has passed into side control.
Nikolayevich sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but James is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Nikolayevich is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but James is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
James can't do much from the bottom here.
James is trying to escape the position but Nikolayevich is controlling the position. #T3#
James wants to get back to his feet but Nikolayevich drags him back down.
Adam Nikolayevich has got the better of the ground game so far.
A control attempt from James but he's now mounted!
James might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nikolayevich sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Nikolayevich tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
James tries to reverse the position but Nikolayevich maintains control.
Nikolayevich throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for James because Nikolayevich loaded up on that one.
James tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Nikolayevich throws some wild stikes that James manages to avoid easily.
Nikolayevich looking to finish with strikes here!
Nikolayevich punching from mount but James doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Nikolayevich throws some wild stikes that James manages to avoid easily.
James holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Nikolayevich tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Nikolayevich avoids the attempt from James to control.
Nikolayevich has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nikolayevich controlling the pace for now.
Adam Nikolayevich has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cassius James is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Nikolayevich looking to secure an arm triangle but James defends it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Adam Nikolayevich comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think James 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cassius James!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Alvis Jr or perhaps it was just good defense by James, which made it look bad.
James shoots in and drives through. Alvis Jr sprawls well.#CL2#
James drives through and clinches with Alvis Jr against the cage.
Alvis Jr can't find room to land a body shot as James controls the action.
James gets underhooks to prevent Alvis Jr 's takedown attempt.
James leaning against his opponent.
Alvis Jr drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devin Alvis Jr . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Alvis Jr is looking to break free of the clinch but James has double underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Alvis Jr jumps guard and drags James to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Alvis Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. James doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. James manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SU2#
James decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T1#
Alvis Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from James, before circling back to the center of the mat.
James shoots in for a double leg but Alvis Jr sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Alvis Jr attempts a counter takedown but James avoids it well and moves away.
James with a lazy takedown attempt
and Alvis Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
James looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#CL2#
James clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
James breaks the clinch.
James checks a low kick from Alvis Jr .
Alvis Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from James, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
James darts in and clinches Alvis Jr up against the cage.#T2#
James'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.
James looking for a takedown.
Alvis Jr taking a breather.
James will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Alvis Jr up against the cage.
James changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Alvis Jr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Alvis Jr shoots in looking for a takedown but James manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Alvis Jr 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T3#
Alvis Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Alvis Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Alvis Jr tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but James swivels and escapes.
James fails to land the takedown.#TD2#
Alvis Jr gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows James to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES#
Alvis Jr has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes James off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Alvis Jr shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Alvis Jr is breathing heavily.#TD2#
James throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Alvis Jr was covering up waiting for the punch and James finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
James is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Alvis Jr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. James doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. James manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SU2#
James gets to his feet. Alvis Jr looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
James throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Cassius James will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Alvis Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
James throws a counter combo.#TD2#
James feints and as Alvis Jr raises his hands in defense, James changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Alvis Jr is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and James dives into side control.
James really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Alvis Jr . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#REVR#
Alvis Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Alvis Jr is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on James's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SU2#
James stands up and beckons Alvis Jr to join him on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alvis Jr tries for a takedown but James circles away easily
and James counters with a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Alvis Jr misses with a two punch combination.
#TD2#
James shoots in and bounces Alvis Jr off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
James engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
James pushing down on Alvis Jr 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Alvis Jr on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SU2#
James stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #TD2#
James drives through with a takedown into Alvis Jr 's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SU2#
James stands up and waves to Alvis Jr to follow him.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from James is defended easily by Alvis Jr .#TD2#
James feints and as Alvis Jr raises his hands in defense, James changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
James looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Alvis Jr wants to stand up but James is controlling him.
James must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
James pushes down on Alvis Jr 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with James in particular looking to stall.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
James drops an elbow to the side of Alvis Jr 's head.
James has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Alvis Jr can't escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
James unloading with bombs!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cassius James showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Alvis Jr 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
James throws a nice looking combination but Alvis Jr bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
James shoots in looking for a takedown. Alvis Jr tries to sprawl out of it but James keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Alvis Jr manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Alvis Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but James sprawls and moves away.
Alvis Jr darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and James counters with a shoot takedown. Alvis Jr fights it but they end up in guard.
Alvis Jr wants to get back to his feet but James passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REVR#
James slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
James is looking for a kimura here.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for James. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#T1#
James wants to control but Alvis Jr is keeping him busy.
James not doing much here.
#SUB2#
James is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Alvis Jr is just riding it out for now. James eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Alvis Jr is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Cassius James has got the better of the ground game so far.
James prevents Alvis Jr from standing back up.
Alvis Jr is looking to control James's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Alvis Jr avoid being mounted?
Alvis Jr blocking the ground and pound attempt from James. #T3#
James is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Alvis Jr !
James trying to control but Alvis Jr is having none of it. #SUB2#
James has control of Alvis Jr 's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Alvis Jr regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Alvis Jr wants to use the cage to get back to his feet 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.
Alvis Jr is squirming around, avoiding James's attempts to control the action.
Alvis Jr is looking to get to half guard.
James trying to control but Alvis Jr is having none of it.
James with the ground and pound from mount.
Devin Alvis Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cassius James is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alvis Jr swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cassius James comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well James 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cassius James!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 19, 2019 |
#R1#
James avoids a punch combination nicely.
#CL#
James gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ratic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
James decides to pull guard.
Ratic lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
James bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ratic's guard. #REVR#
James sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ratic is trying to stand and escape. In the scramble, James has locked hold of an arm and he's managed to lock on an armbar - Ratic taps out instantly and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Cassius James!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 16, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Mayde gets caught flat footed, as James shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
James preventing the sweep.
Mayde trying to keep a closed guard but James is proving a slippery customer.
Mayde manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. James manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Mayde forces his way into half guard.
James missing with punches from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayde seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but James does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mayde missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Mayde content to control rather than advance. #T1#
Mayde thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Mayde trying to pass the guard but James defending well.
Mayde wants to stand but James has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
James wants to improve his position but Mayde is controlling well.
Mayde tries to pass to full mount but James defends it.
James is positioning himself well to prevent Mayde advancing to mount. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
James trying to control here.
Mayde is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mayde shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and James counters with a left and a right that stings Mayde.
James swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mayde tries to clinch up.
Mayde fails with the takedown.#T3#
James throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Mayde counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
James lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
James manages to break the clinch.
#TD#
Mayde looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Mayde in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
James trying to keep a closed guard but Mayde is proving a slippery customer.
James is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Mayde looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
James is striking from the bottom but Mayde uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
James trying to hold on to Mayde's head to control him but Mayde postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mayde.
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 Shane Mayde will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
Mayde decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Mayde trying to pass the guard but James defending well.
James trying to control but Mayde postures up.
James is looking to improve his position.
Mayde works his way into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poor strikes thrown by Mayde there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
#T1#
Mayde landing strikes from the mount.
James is trying to escape the mount.
Mayde with shots to the head and body - James looks very uncomfortable down there.
Mayde is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that James can do to turn this around?
Mayde tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T2#
James trying to hold on to Mayde's head to control him but Mayde postures up.
James wants to improve his position but Mayde is controlling well.
Mayde not doing much here.
#SUB#
Mayde is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3#
Mayde wants to control but James is keeping him busy.
Mayde seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
James punching from the bottom.
James is staying active underneath Mayde, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
James is concentrating on defense, preventing Mayde from advancing position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
James tries to clinch but Mayde moves out of range.
Mayde swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mayde takes a swing at James's ribcage but misses.
Mayde throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
James closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Mayde quickly recovers to half guard.
James really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mayde. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
James working the head and body with strikes.
Mayde is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
James looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Mayde moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shane Mayde dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Mayde stuffs the takedown.
A big right from Mayde misses. #TD#
Mayde fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging James to the ground. Mayde is now in James's guard.
Mayde is standing up over James. James looks to escape but Mayde dives into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REVB#
James is looking for a sweep.
Mayde moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayde sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but James is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#T1#
Mayde is staying tight to James's torso, preventing him from escaping.
James strikes from the bottom but Mayde takes advantage and advances to full mount!
Mayde punching from mount but James doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Mayde controlling the position easily from mount.
James tries to hold on but Mayde postures up.
James looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#T2#
James is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Mayde is working for a rear naked choke. James is not defending it well and Mayde has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! James refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of James's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shane Mayde!
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