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Event:
RRFC 31:Winn vs Monto
Date: Mar 07, 2020 |
#R1# Diemomd lands an overhand right. Diemomd looks to throw the jab but Bawang is out of range. Bawang showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Diemomd.
A jab from Diemomd misses. Bawang ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. It seemed like Bawang was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Bawang tries to clinch up but Diemomd circles away and keeps his distance. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Diemomd.
Bawang dodges the punch combination from Diemomd.
#CL2# Bawang has Diemomd up against the cage in a clinch.
Bawang scores with a nice hook to the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd prevents a body shot from Bawang. Bawang tries a body shot but Diemomd blocks it.
Bawang tries to work over Diemomd's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A right hand to the body from Bawang.
#T1# Bawang lands a nice shot to the body. Diemomd fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bawang blocks a body shot from Diemomd. Bawang misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bawang lands a left hand.
Bawang lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Bawang has a couple of punches blocked by Diemomd.
A short right from Bawang. Bawang avoiding damage as Diemomd throws knees to the body.
Bawang working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Diemomd swings wildly with an uppercut but Bawang uses good head movement to avoid it. Diemomd is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Diemomd stalling in the clinch but Bawang improves position. #T2# Bawang lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Bawang lands with a short head shot on the inside. Bawang tries to throw a body punch but Diemomd avoids it by throwing Bawang back against the cage. Bawang has a couple of punches blocked by Diemomd.
Bawang pushes Diemomd back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Bawang tries a body shot but Diemomd blocks it.
Diemomd is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Diemomd struggles to land a body shot inside as Bawang controls his hands.
Bawang misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bawang digs a right hand underneath Diemomd's ribcage. Diemomd let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC# Diemomd breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# Bawang takes the fight into the clinch. Bawang can't find room to land a body shot as Diemomd controls the action.
#T3# Bawang swings wildly with an uppercut but Diemomd uses good head movement to avoid it. Diemomd tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Bawang throws a head punch that misses. Diemomd really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Bawang blocks an elbow strike from Diemomd.
Bawang has a couple of punches blocked by Diemomd.
Bawang has a couple of punches blocked by Diemomd.
Diemomd is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bawang is keeping busy.#BC# Diemomd breaks the clinch.
Bawang works Diemomd's body with a nice hook. Bawang scores with a three punch combo!
Barry Diemomd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Diemomd misses with a looping right. Bawang staying out of range there. Diemomd tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Diemomd throws a lazy body kick and Bawang counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4##CL2# Bawang closes the distance and pushes Diemomd back into the cage. Bawang lands a left hand that snaps the head of Diemomd backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Bawang tries to work over Diemomd's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Diemomd trying to land knees to the body.
Diemomd tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bawang's elbow. Nice body punch from Bawang - that landed with a thud.
Diemomd misses with an elbow over the top.#BC# Diemomd's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Bawang misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bawang rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Diemomd moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2# Bawang forces Diemomd back against the cage and clinches.#BC# Diemomd escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bawang tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Bawang moves in looking to clinch but Diemomd pushes him off. Diemomd is looking to chop away at Bawang's legs. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Boy Bawang 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# Diemomd tests Bawang's chin there with a solid looking shot. Bawang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bawang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diemomd.#CL2# Bawang moves into the clinch. Diemomd has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Bawang lands a shoulder strike. Bawang lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Bawang lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Diemomd doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bawang lands a body punch. Bawang lands a right hand. #BC# Diemomd breaks the clinch.
Diemomd throws a right and a left that both miss. Bawang tries to counter by closing the distance. Bawang wants to clinch. Decent striking displayed by Diemomd there.#T1# Bawang throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bawang fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bawang tries to clinch up but Diemomd circles away and keeps his distance. Diemomd throws a front kick aimed at Bawang's knee but Bawang avoids it well. Diemomd throws a right and a left that Bawang avoids nicely. Bawang swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Bawang tries to clinch there but Diemomd circles away.
Bawang is looking to clinch but Diemomd is avoiding it.
Bawang swings for the body but Diemomd moves out of range.
#CL2# Bawang clinches with his opponent.
Bawang misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bawang scores with an uppercut up the middle. Bawang lands with a left to the head. A short body shot lands from Bawang as the two fighters clinch.
#T2# A short left from Bawang. #BC# Diemomd's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Bawang moves 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!#BC# Diemomd breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Bawang is looking to clinch but Diemomd is avoiding it.
Diemomd looks to land a right hand but Bawang moved out of range. A swing and a miss from Bawang. Diemomd appears to be looking for a big counter. Bawang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Diemomd paws at him with a jab and circles away. Bawang tries to clinch but Diemomd is having none of it. Bawang throws a series of punches but Diemomd avoids them all with ease. The fight stays on the outside here - Bawang looks like he's thinking about clinching though. A big right from Diemomd misses. Bawang appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Diemomd throws a head kick that misses. #T3# Diemomd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bawang. Bawang avoids the head kick by Diemomd.
Diemomd tries to bum rush Bawang with a series of wild strikes but Bawang uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Bawang moves in looking to clinch but Diemomd pushes him off. Bawang misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bawang has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Bawang throws a body punch but Diemomd moves out of range. Bawang jabs at Diemomd's body. Bawang with a body punch. A glancing blow. Bawang scores with a crisp jab that stopped Diemomd in his tracks. Barry Diemomd is winning the standup battle so far. Bawang moves in looking to clinch but Diemomd pushes him off. Diemomd circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bawang is looking to clinch but Diemomd is avoiding it.
Barry Diemomd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2# Bawang pushes Diemomd up against the cage in a clinch.#BC# Diemomd manages to break the clinch.
A punch combination from Bawang misses. #T4# Bawang throws a nice looking combination but Diemomd bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Diemomd misses with a looping right. Sloppy strikes from Bawang. Those never looked like landing. Bawang slips under a jab from Diemomd. Bawang is looking to clinch. Bawang looks to land a combination but Diemomd avoids it well. Diemomd misses with a low kick.
Diemomd scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Diemomd throws an overhand right that lands on Bawang's shoulder, as Bawang tries to avoid the shot. #CL2# Bawang takes the fight into the clinch. Diemomd is trying to stall.
#BC# Diemomd escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Boy Bawang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Diemomd throws a looping overhand right but Bawang ducks down to avoid it. The fight stays on the outside here - Bawang looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Bawang avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Nice jab there from Bawang. Bawang closes the distance looking to clinch and Diemomd counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2# Bawang fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Diemomd, pushing him back against the cage. Bawang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Diemomd's elbow. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd tries a knee to the head but Bawang blocks it.
Bawang makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Diemomd pushes off an throws an elbow but Bawang leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#BC# Diemomd breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bawang doesn't manage to clinch there - Diemomd circles away.
#T1# Bawang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Diemomd paws at him with a jab and circles away. A little feinted left hand from Diemomd on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Bawang scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Diemomd showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bawang.
Diemomd misses with a straight left. #CL2# Bawang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Boy Bawang seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Bawang tries to work over Diemomd's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Bawang doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Diemomd tries to stall but Bawang uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A head punch on the inside from Bawang fails to land. Diemomd's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Bawang tries to work over Diemomd's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Bawang lands a nice uppercut. Bawang misses with a punch to the body.
Diemomd prevents a body shot from Bawang. Barry Diemomd has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##BC# Diemomd breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Bawang tries to clinch but Diemomd is having none of it. Bawang tries to clinch there but Diemomd circles away.
Diemomd misses with a double jab
and Bawang counters with a three punch combo that has Diemomd backing up. Diemomd nods at Bawang to acknowledge the strikes. 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! Bawang tries to clinch up. Diemomd misses the jab. Diemomd keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Diemomd was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2# Bawang instigates a clinch. A head punch on the inside from Bawang fails to land. Bawang fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Diemomd working aggressively here.
Bawang lands with a short head shot on the inside. A head punch on the inside from Bawang fails to land. #T3# Diemomd will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Bawang up against the cage. Bawang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Diemomd's elbow. Bawang struggles to land a body shot inside as Diemomd controls his hands.
Bawang softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Bawang tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Diemomd missing with knees to the body.
Bawang misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC# Diemomd breaks from the clinch.
#CL2# Bawang moves into range and clinches up with Diemomd. Diemomd prevents a body shot from Bawang. A head punch blocked on the inside by Diemomd. Bawang tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4# A hook to the body from Diemomd.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bawang. Diemomd throws an elbow that misses.
Diemomd stalls. Bawang misses with a body punch.
Diemomd blocking some punches.
#BC# Diemomd's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Bawang scores with a one two! Diemomd had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2# Bawang gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. A head punch on the inside from Bawang fails to land. Bawang misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch on the inside from Diemomd fails to land. Boy Bawang is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#BC# Diemomd breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that's the end of the fight! Boy Bawang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Bawang winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30 Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boy Bawang! Boy Bawang decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 20
Date: Jan 29, 2020 |
#R1# Dobbs lands with a right hand. Diemomd avoids a punch combination nicely.
#TD# Dobbs scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Diemomd tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Dobbs cracks Diemomd with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Diemomd from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Diemomd is trying to remain composed but Dobbs is hammering down strikes to the side of his head. This has been an exciting period of action! Diemomd trying to control the position but Dobbs manages to sink in the hooks. Dobbs has the hooks in. Diemomd is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. Dobbs is working the ground and pound. Can Diemomd escape? Dobbs has the hooks in. Diemomd is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T1# Dobbs trying to control momentarily.
Diemomd looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands. Dobbs punishes Diemomd with strikes from the back mount. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dobbs biding his time, looking for the opening.
Diemomd rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Diemomd wants to get back to full guard.#T2# Dobbs takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Diemomd gets full guard. Diemomd looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dobbs is one step ahead there. Diemomd utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Dobbs wants to control from the top but Diemomd keeps moving. Dobbs showing good wrestling skills to control the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dobbs wants to control from the top but Diemomd keeps moving. #T3# Diemomd seems keen to control Dobbs's posture. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Dobbs working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Diemomd's head. Dobbs preventing the sweep. Dobbs postures up in Diemomd's guard and throws a big left but Diemomd blocks it. #ES2# Diemomd has his feet on Dobbs's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Dobbs takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Diemomd lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Dobbs throws out a loose jab but Diemomd uses good head movement to avoid it. Dobbs connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Diemomd's hands.#T4# Diemomd misses with a low kick.
Dobbs throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dobbs tries to work over Diemomd's front leg with a kick but Diemomd checks it. Despite the aggression on Diemomd's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Dobbs swings for the body but Diemomd moves out of range.
Dobbs displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diemomd throws out the jab. Diemomd keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Diemomd looks to land a left hand but Dobbs moved out of range nicely. Barry Diemomd is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Dobbs connects with a body shot that sends Diemomd's belly button to the back. Dobbs is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight. Dobbs keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diemomd. Diemomd misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Diemomd lands a jab-cross combination. Dobbs fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Diemomd takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Dobbs misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dobbs throws a leg kick and Diemomd counters with a nice uppercut. 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 Dave Dobbs will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dobbs. Diemomd rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dobbs moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Dobbs swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Diemomd tests Dobbs's chin there with a solid looking shot. Diemomd looks to land a combination but Dobbs avoids it well. Barry Diemomd seems to be getting the better of the standup. Diemomd throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Dobbs throws a right hand that Diemomd ducks under and follows up with a left that Diemomd also avoids with ease. Dobbs is looking to wear down Diemomd with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Diemomd avoids a punch combination nicely.
Diemomd appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Dobbs slips under a jab. Dobbs lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Diemomd circles away quickly and effectively. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dobbs misses with a body shot
and Diemomd counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Diemomd throws a looping overhand right but Dobbs ducks down to avoid it. Diemomd scores with a nice head shot. Dobbs misses with a body shot.
Dobbs misses with a body kick. #T1# Diemomd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dobbs manages to avoid it. Dobbs throws a quick counter kick to the body but Diemomd avoids it. Diemomd misses with a double jab.
Diemomd throws a series of punches but Dobbs avoids them all with ease. Diemomd is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Dobbs takes one to the chin there. Dobbs slips under a jab from Diemomd. Diemomd misses with a straight left. Dobbs checks a leg kick. Diemomd misses with a hook. Diemomd lands a nice shot that snaps Dobbs's head back.
Dobbs misses with an attempted mid kick.
A little jabbing left from Diemomd on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Dobbs throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Dobbs misses with an attempted mid kick.
Diemomd is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Dobbs throws a body shot but no joy. Diemomd keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Diemomd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dobbs moves away. Dobbs seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T2# Dobbs misses the shot to the body. Diemomd fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dobbs on the side of the head. Dobbs clobbers Diemomd with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Diemomd pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Dobbs checks a low kick from Diemomd. Diemomd defending well as Dobbs loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dobbs is out of range and Diemomd settles back down. Diemomd has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Dobbs misses with a few strikes there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dobbs. Diemomd does a little dance to reset his feet. Diemomd smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. A looping hook to the body misses from Dobbs. Diemomd does a little dance to reset his feet. Dobbs throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Diemomd. Diemomd attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Diemomd throws a hook but Dobbs avoids it easily.#T3# Diemomd fails to land with a series of punches.
Diemomd throws a series of punches but Dobbs moves out of range. Diemomd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dobbs scores with a jab. Diemomd throws a body punch but Dobbs moves out of range. Nice uppercut lands for Diemomd. That snapped Dobbs's head back.
Diemomd dips to his left and cracks Dobbs with an uppercut! Dobbs looks to land a left hand but Diemomd moved out of range nicely. Dobbs looks to score with a jab to the body but Diemomd is just out of range. Dobbs tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Dobbs throws a body shot but no joy. Dobbs blocks a low kick nicely. Diemomd misses with a straight left. Dobbs seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Dobbs swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A slow jab from Dobbs misses its intended target. #T4# Diemomd throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dobbs sees it coming and avoids it easily. Diemomd cracks Dobbs with an open hand slap. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nice body punch from Diemomd. Dobbs ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Dobbs is looking for a counter combo. Diemomd throws a jab but it's blocked by Dobbs. Dobbs went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Dobbs takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Dobbs goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Dobbs throws a hook to the side of Diemomd's head but Diemomd sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Diemomd throws a low kick but Dobbs moves out of range easily. Diemomd scores with a nice right hand.
Dobbs throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Dobbs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Diemomd manages to avoid it. Some wild striking there from Diemomd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Diemomd throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Dobbs throws a lazy right hand but Diemomd sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Diemomd misses with a straight right. Dobbs lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Diemomd throws a sloppy head kick and Dobbs moves out of range easily. Dobbs is looking for a counter combo. Diemomd throws a series of punches but Dobbs avoids them all with ease. Dobbs swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Diemomd scores with the left hand. Dobbs knows he should have avoided that one. Diemomd throws a right and a left that both miss. Diemomd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dobbs circles away quickly and effectively. Diemomd keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Diemomd throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A quick step to the side and Dobbs tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Dobbs shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Diemomd as he jumps to the side. Dobbs misses with a two punch combination.
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! Dobbs has a takedown stuffed.#T1# The fighters circle momentarily. Diemomd darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Diemomd fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dobbs checks it well. Dave Dobbs is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Dobbs scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Dobbs blocks the body kick.
Diemomd cracks Dobbs with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Diemomd tries to land a front kick but Dobbs steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Diemomd throws a hook but Dobbs avoids it easily. Dobbs throws a leg kick but Diemomd sees it coming and checks it nicely. Dobbs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diemomd moves away. Dobbs misses with a hook. Diemomd ducked under it nicely. Dobbs tries to score a power double leg takedown but Diemomd sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dobbs somewhat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Dobbs. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2# Dobbs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diemomd moves away. Dobbs tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Diemomd was well out of range. Poor timing from Dobbs. Diemomd lunges at Dobbs with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dobbs's hand. Dobbs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Diemomd manages to avoid it. Dobbs takes a swing at Diemomd's ribcage but misses. Diemomd misses with a wild combination.
Dobbs throws a big counter combination but Diemomd scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Dobbs throws a hook but Diemomd blocks it. Barry Diemomd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Diemomd scores with a hook. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Diemomd throws a hook to the side of Dobbs's head but Dobbs sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Dobbs throws a wild body kick that Diemomd sees coming a mile off. Dobbs looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Dobbs will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nice jab there from Dobbs. #T3# Dobbs closes the distance and lands a one-two. Diemomd throws a right and a left that both miss. Dobbs tries to land a front kick but Diemomd steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. A big right from Dobbs misses. Diemomd misses with a few strikes there.
Diemomd swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Dobbs was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Diemomd. Diemomd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dobbs circles away quickly and effectively. Dobbs throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Diemomd keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A cross from Diemomd lands. Diemomd moves out of range as Dobbs throws a body kick.
Diemomd fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dobbs just misses with a punch to the body.
Diemomd now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Diemomd throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dobbs. Dobbs seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T4# Diemomd throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dobbs. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Diemomd lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dobbs at a distance.
Diemomd drops his hands momentarily and Dobbs takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Dobbs fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Dobbs misses with a low kick. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dobbs is defended easily by Diemomd. A left and a right from Diemomd both land. Nice combination. Dobbs misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sloppy strikes from Diemomd. Those never looked like landing. Dobbs is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Diemomd.
And that's the end of the fight! Barry Diemomd comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Diemomd has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29 Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Barry Diemomd! Barry Diemomd decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 17
Date: Jan 05, 2020 |
#R1# Diemomd throws a lazy right hand but Sheidu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. It looked like Sheidu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Diemomd throws a looping overhand right but Sheidu ducks down to avoid it. Sheidu avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sheidu is looking to counter punch. Sheidu dodges the punch combination from Diemomd.
Diemomd goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Diemomd swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sheidu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Sheidu moves away from the strike by Diemomd. Sheidu feinted with a counter takedown. Diemomd swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Diemomd looks to land a right hand but Sheidu moved out of range.#T1# A jab from Diemomd does it's job there. Sheidu fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd avoids it really well and circles away. Diemomd wants to counter the offense by Sheidu and move into the clinch position. Diemomd swinging wildly here.
Diemomd lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Diemomd throws out a powerful jab. Sheidu takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sheidu tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Diemomd pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Diemomd throws a series of punches but Sheidu avoids them all with ease. Diemomd just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSheidu.#T2# Diemomd jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Diemomd throws a right and a left that both miss. This has been an exciting period of action! Diemomd throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Sheidu is looking to counter with a body kick. Sheidu ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Sheidu appears to be looking for a counter takedown. No luck with that takedown attempt from Sheidu. Sheidu staying out of range there. It looked like Sheidu was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Diemomd. Diemomd pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Sheidu drops down looking for a counter takedown but Diemomd sprawls and moves away. Barry Diemomd is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Diemomd throws a head kick but Sheidu moves out of range.
Diemomd misses with a hook. Sheidu appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Diemomd throws a right and a left that both miss. Sheidu attempts a counter takedown but Diemomd avoids it well and moves away. A big left from Diemomd misses. Barry Diemomd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3# Sheidu defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. No luck with that takedown attempt from Sheidu. Sheidu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Don Sheidu. That's going to take a lot out of him. Diemomd pushing out the jab but it's not landing. It appears Sheidu was looking to counter with a kick there. Diemomd swings for the body but Sheidu moves out of range.
Sheidu feinted with a counter takedown. Sheidu takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Diemomd avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Diemomd tries to bum rush Sheidu with a series of wild strikes but Sheidu uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Diemomd throws an overhand right that lands on Sheidu's shoulder, as Sheidu tries to avoid the shot. A head kick misses from Diemomd. Sheidu shoots in but no luck this time. Sheidu avoids the head kick by Diemomd.
#T4# Diemomd lands a head shot. Diemomd lands with a cross. Sheidu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diemomd. Diemomd throws a leg kick but Sheidu sees it coming and moves out of range. Sheidu attempts a counter takedown but Diemomd avoids it well and moves away. Diemomd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sheidu circles away quickly and effectively. Diemomd misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sheidu drops down looking for a counter takedown but Diemomd sprawls and moves away. Diemomd loads up on a big right hand but Sheidu slips the punch. A combination from Diemomd does no damage. Sheidu appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Diemomd misses with a double jab.
Nice cross by Diemomd. Diemomd loads up on a big right hand but Sheidu slips the punch. A big left from Diemomd misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd dominated that round. That's time! Sheidu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Sheidu dives in for a single leg takedown but Diemomd sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. A cross from Diemomd lands. Sheidu looks for a takedown but Diemomd sprawls well. Diemomd looks like he wants to counter punch here. Diemomd lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Diemomd. Diemomd looks to throw the jab but Sheidu is out of range. Sheidu is looking to counter with head kicks. Barry Diemomd seems to be getting the better of the standup. Sheidu shoots in but Diemomd avoids the takedown attempt easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Don Sheidu. 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. Sheidu avoids the head kick by Diemomd.
Sheidu showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Diemomd.
#T1# Diemomd scores with a body shot.
Diemomd misses with a body shot.
Sheidu fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Diemomd misses with a two punch combination.
Diemomd tries to score with a low kick but Sheidu moves his leg out of the way. Sheidu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Diemomd misses with a straight right. This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Sheidu might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far. Diemomd lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Diemomd throws a leg kick but Sheidu sees it coming and moves out of range. A head kick misses from Diemomd. Sheidu shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd shows good takedown defense. #T2# Diemomd throws a head kick but Sheidu moves out of range.
Diemomd misses with a straight left. Diemomd throws a jab when Sheidu was well out of range. Sheidu dodges the punch combination from Diemomd.
Diemomd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Diemomd has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Sheidu blocks a low kick nicely. Sheidu appears to be looking for a big counter. Sheidu takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Barry Diemomd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Diemomd throws a right hand that Sheidu ducks under and follows up with a left that Sheidu also avoids with ease. Sheidu half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. A big right from Diemomd misses. Sheidu tries to score a power double leg takedown but Diemomd sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sheidu somewhat.#T3# Diemomd rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sheidu moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Sheidu throws a quick counter head kick but Diemomd was just out of range. Some wild striking there from Diemomd.
Sheidu throws a quick counter kick to the body but Diemomd avoids it. Diemomd throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Diemomd swinging wildly here.
Sheidu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Diemomd looks to land a right hand but Sheidu moved out of range. Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Diemomd falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD# and Sheidu counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Diemomd! #T4# Diemomd is looking for a sweep.#SUB# Sheidu is working to tighten his grip on Diemomd's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Diemomd has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Sheidu is really squeezing tight and eventually Diemomd passes out! Sheidu breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Don Sheidu!
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Event:
RRFC 21: Sir vs Ford
Date: Dec 21, 2019 |
#R1# Bohizdar checks a leg kick nicely. Diemomd lands with an overhand left. Bohizdar tries to clinch there but Diemomd circles away.
Diemomd pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bohizdar tries a head kick but it misses.
Diemomd throws a head kick but Bohizdar moves out of range.
Diemomd misses with a two punch combination.
Diemomd keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bohizdar cracks Diemomd with a right hand to the side of the head. Bohizdar throws a shot to the body.
Bohizdar swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Diemomd. Some wild striking there from Diemomd.
A little jabbing left from Bohizdar on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Diemomd throws a jab but it's blocked by Bohizdar. Diemomd avoids the head kick by Bohizdar.
A slow jab from Diemomd misses its intended target. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diemomd throws a right hand that misses
letting Bohizdar counter with a right hand. Bohizdar takes one on the button. Bohizdar works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1# Diemomd pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Diemomd is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bohizdar. Bohizdar raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Bohizdar throws a sloppy head kick and Diemomd moves out of range easily. Bohizdar lands with a cross. Bohizdar tries to clinch there but Diemomd circles away.
Diemomd misses with the combination.
Diemomd looks to land a combination but Bohizdar avoids it well. Bohizdar slips a straight right by Diemomd. Diemomd has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Touch Of Death Combat Academy in the buildup to the fight. Diemomd with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bohizdar to score with a decent uppercut.#CL2# Bohizdar moves into the clinch. Diemomd slows down the pace here.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Bohizdar lands a left hand.
#T2# Bohizdar lands an elbow just above Diemomd 's eye. Bohizdar tries a body shot but Diemomd blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Bohizdar.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Bohizdar using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Diemomd has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Bohizdar working Diemomd over with knees to the body. Bohizdar tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Diemomd is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bohizdar is keeping busy. Bohizdar blocks an uppercut.
Diemomd wants to stall.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bohizdar throws an elbow but misses. Bohizdar tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bohizdar gets through Diemomd's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Diemomd blocks an elbow strike. Bohizdar scores with a nice hook to the head. Diemomd takes a knee right on the jaw!
#ROC2# Diemomd is rocked!#T3# Bohizdar lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Oh Diemomd is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Bohizdar has the Thai clinch. He lands a big knee to the head that stumbles Diemomd - he's in trouble! Another big knee to the head from Bohizdar, and another! Diemomd is out on his feet - the ref jumps in to save him and ends the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Kiril Bohizdar! Our winner, Kiril Bohizdar, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 12
Date: Nov 24, 2019 |
#R1# Diemomd misses with a kick to the body.
Doms is looking to counter with a body kick. Diemomd moves out of range of the body kick from Doms.
Diemomd swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Diemomd looks to land a left hand but Doms moved out of range nicely. Diemomd moves out of range of the body kick from Doms.
It seemed like Diemomd was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Doms keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diemomd. A decent looking body kick lands there for Doms. Doms scores with a head kick. Diemomd tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Barry Diemomd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Doms throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Diemomd is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Doms. Diemomd moves out of range of the body kick from Doms.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Doms. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Doms. Diemomd shrugs it off though. Diemomd has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Doms. Diemomd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Doms half committed to a counter leg kick. Doms misses with a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A combination from Diemomd does no damage. A combination from Diemomd does no damage. #T1# Doms takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Diemomd looks to throw the jab but Doms is out of range. A nice inside leg kick there by Doms. That's going to slow Diemomd down. Nice body kick there by Doms. Doms thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Diemomd if he has to take too many more of those.
Diemomd misses with a two punch combination.
Diemomd is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Diemomd swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Doms. Doms staying out of range there. Diemomd throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Doms quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Diemomd misses with a jab, cross combination.
Diemomd throws a sloppy body shot
and Doms counters with a good low kick that Diemomd was not able to check. Diemomd loads up on a big right hand but Doms slips the punch. Diemomd misses with a wild body shot. Doms has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. Diemomd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Doms.
Diemomd throws a left and a right that both miss
and Doms counters with a good low kick that Diemomd was not able to check. Doms connects with a solid leg kick. Diemomd has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diemomd swings for the body but Doms moves out of range.
Crunch! Doms slams his shin into Diemomd's torso. Diemomd misses with a two punch combination.
Doms throws a body kick that misses. Diemomd throws out a counter right but Doms avoids it with no problem. Diemomd throws a head kick but Doms moves out of range.
Doms moves out of range as Diemomd strikes. A chopping leg kick lands by Doms. Doms thuds his shin into the meat of Diemomd's side. Diemomd throws the left hand but Doms avoids the punch easily. Diemomd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Diemomd avoids the head kick by Doms.
Doms ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Good work by Diemomd as he checks the leg kick. Diemomd tries a quick counter leg kick but Doms is wise to it. Diemomd has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Doms. Doms lands a high kick!
#T3# Doms lands with a nice body kick. Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Doms throws a body kick that misses. Doms throws a body kick that misses. Diemomd loads up on a big right hand but Doms slips the punch. Doms buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Diemomd throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Diemomd takes a swing at Doms's ribcage but misses. Diemomd misses with a straight right. Doms fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Diemomd checks it well. Doms displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diemomd throws out the jab. Doms throws a head kick that half lands.
Doms avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Doms throws a head kick that misses. Doms moves out of range as Diemomd strikes. Doms displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diemomd throws out the jab. #T4# Doms throws a nice inside leg kick. Diemomd throws a looping overhand right but Doms ducks down to avoid it. Doms throws a wild body kick that Diemomd sees coming a mile off. Diemomd misses with the combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Doms throws a nice head kick!
Doms lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Doms lands with a thumping leg kick.
Doms uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Doms moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Doms throws a quick inside leg kick. That kick from Doms tenderised Diemomd's leg. Diemomd is trying to keep his angry face on. Diemomd scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Doms slips a jab and a cross from Diemomd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frankie Doms dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Diemomd throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Doms throws a body shot but no joy. Diemomd misses with a head kick.
Doms thinks about countering with a body kick. Doms lands a leg kick that knocks Diemomd off balance momentarily. Diemomd attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Doms is looking to counter with head kicks. Doms tries a head kick but it misses.
Good leg kick by Doms there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A low kick from Diemomd is predictable there and Doms counters with a nice low kick that buckles Diemomd's knee momentarily. Diemomd misses with a looping left. Doms keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Diemomd works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Barry Diemomd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd missing with a left hand there. Doms was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Doms looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. A bone on bone clash there as Diemomd blocks the leg kick.
Diemomd looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Doms throws a body kick that misses. Doms scores with a head kick.
#T1# Doms uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Doms appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Sloppy strikes from Diemomd. Those never looked like landing. Diemomd throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Doms avoids the head kick by Diemomd.
Diemomd throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Doms sees it coming and avoids it easily. Diemomd walks forward, straight into a front kick from Doms. Doms slips a jab and a cross from Diemomd.
A leg kick checked by Diemomd. Doms is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Diemomd can do to turn this around? Ouch! a nice leg kick from Doms, right into the meat.
A telegraphed right hand from Diemomd misses the target. Doms misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Diemomd checks a leg kick. Doms plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Doms misses with a body kick. A thudding body kick lands there by Doms!
#T2# A punch combination from Diemomd misses. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Diemomd throws a lazy right hand but Doms sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Diemomd throws a big shot that misses. Diemomd connects with a single shot there. A big left from Diemomd misses. A telegraphed right hand from Diemomd misses the target. Diemomd swinging wildly here.
Doms goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Diemomd moves out of range of the body kick. Doms tries to score with a low kick but Diemomd moves his leg out of the way. Doms goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Doms throws a hook but Diemomd avoids it easily. Diemomd misses with a double jab
and Doms counters with a thumping low kick. #T3# Doms blocks a jab. Doms lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Doms buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Doms looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Diemomd misses with a left hand and Doms counters with a nice leg kick. Doms lands a leg kick that knocks Diemomd off balance momentarily. Doms fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Diemomd has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Diemomd falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Doms to counter with a crisp jab. Sloppy strikes from Diemomd. Those never looked like landing. Doms connects with a solid leg kick. Doms fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Diemomd has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Doms takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Doms goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Diemomd swinging wildly here.
Doms is looking to counter with a body kick.#T4# The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Diemomd misses with a jab, cross combination.
Doms half committed to a counter leg kick. Diemomd misses with a looping right. Doms lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Diemomd checks a low kick from Doms. Doms misses the shot to the body. A little jabbing left from Diemomd on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Diemomd throws a left and a right that both miss
and Doms counters with a right hand to the body. Diemomd uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Doms. Diemomd on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Doms dodges the punch combination from Diemomd.
Doms walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Diemomd checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Doms lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Doms lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Doms misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frankie Doms dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R3# Doms throws a head kick that half lands.
Diemomd misses with a left hand and Doms counters with a solid body kick. Doms throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Diemomd swinging wildly here.
Diemomd looks for the body kick but Doms saw that one coming. As Diemomd backs away, Doms returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Doms displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diemomd throws out the jab. Doms lands with a thumping leg kick.
Doms lands a head kick. Diemomd smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Doms explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Doms throws a nice inside leg kick. Diemomd on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Doms connects with a leg kick. Diemomd looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Diemomd's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. This has been an exciting period of action! Diemomd looks to throw the jab but Doms is out of range. Doms connects with a solid leg kick. #T1# Doms misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Diemomd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Diemomd throws a jab but it's blocked by Doms. Doms lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Diemomd throws a right hand that Doms ducks under and follows up with a left that Doms also avoids with ease. Doms tries a head kick but it misses.
Diemomd steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Doms. Doms uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diemomd. Diemomd throws a nice looking combination but Doms bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. A slapping leg kick lands for Doms.
Doms misses with a low kick. Doms defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd misses with a jab, cross combination.
Diemomd falls off balance throwing a combination
and Doms counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Diemomd is lucky that one didn't land flush. Diemomd throws a big shot that misses. Barry Diemomd has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Diemomd moves out of range as Doms throws a body kick.
Diemomd lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Doms throws a half hearted mid kick. Diemomd moves out of range as Doms throws a body kick.
Diemomd avoids the head kick by Doms.
This has been an exciting period of action! Doms throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A punch combination from Diemomd misses. Doms misses with a kick to the body.
Diemomd misses with an uppercut
and Doms counters with a head kick. Diemomd tries to bum rush Doms with a series of wild strikes but Doms uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Frankie Doms is winning the standup battle so far. Doms throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Diemomd! But no joy. Doms looks for the body kick but Diemomd saw that one coming. Diemomd swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Doms misses with a low kick. Doms misses with a head kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Diemomd misses with a lunging right hand
and Doms counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #T3# Diemomd scores with a jab to the jaw. Diemomd swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Doms counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. Diemomd avoids the head kick by Doms.
Doms uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diemomd. Doms misses with a body kick. Diemomd moves out of range of the body kick. Diemomd throws out a counter right but Doms avoids it with no problem. Diemomd lands with a right hand. Diemomd missing with a left hand there. Doms was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. No joy there for Diemomd, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
That kick from Doms tenderised Diemomd's leg. Diemomd is trying to keep his angry face on. Doms moves out of range as Diemomd strikes. Doms uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Doms looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit. Diemomd moves out of range of the body kick from Doms.
Doms feints and then cracks Diemomd's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Diemomd down. #T4# A bone on bone clash there as Diemomd blocks the leg kick.
Diemomd misses with a looping right. Diemomd checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Diemomd looks to land a combination. Doms sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Doms throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Diemomd throws a head kick that misses. Doms throws a head kick that half lands.
A clash of legs there as Diemomd blocks the low kick. Diemomd misses with a straight left. Doms feinted there with a counter leg kick. A nice inside leg kick there by Doms. That's going to slow Diemomd down. Doms moves out of range as Diemomd strikes. Doms quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Diemomd fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Doms. Frankie Doms is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Diemomd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
And that's the end of the fight! Frankie Doms showed his dominance in that final round. Well Doms 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27 Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frankie Doms! Frankie Doms thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 9
Date: Oct 27, 2019 |
#R1# Faaloloto throws a right and a left that both miss. Diemomd works over Faaloloto's head and body with a nice combination. Diemomd misses with a jab, cross combination.
Faaloloto throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Faaloloto slips a straight right by Diemomd. Diemomd looks to score with a jab to the body but Faaloloto is just out of range. Diemomd takes a swing at Faaloloto's ribcage but misses. Faaloloto swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A head kick misses from Faaloloto. Diemomd misses with the combination.
A punch lands to the side of Faaloloto 's head but he takes it in his stride. Diemomd throws a series of punches but Faaloloto avoids them all with ease. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Faaloloto tries a head kick but it misses.
Faaloloto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Diemomd swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Diemomd works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Faaloloto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Diemomd sizes up Faaloloto with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Diemomd tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Faaloloto is able to avoid easily.#T1# Diemomd fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A nice combination there by Faaloloto.
Faaloloto ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Faaloloto looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Diemomd cracks Faaloloto with a right hand to the side of the head. Diemomd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Diemomd avoids the head kick by Faaloloto.
Faaloloto throws a head kick but Diemomd moves out of range.
Faaloloto looks winded! Faaloloto throws a head kick that misses #CL# and Diemomd counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Diemomd. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Diemomd has Faaloloto pressed against the cage.
Diemomd gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#BC# Diemomd pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Some wild striking there from Diemomd.
Faaloloto throws a nice looking combination but Diemomd bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Diemomd throws a lazy right hand but Faaloloto sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2# Faaloloto ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Faaloloto lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Diemomd throws a jab but it's blocked by Faaloloto. Faaloloto throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Diemomd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Faaloloto. Diemomd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Faaloloto.
Diemomd throws a right hand that Faaloloto ducks under and follows up with a left that Faaloloto also avoids with ease. Faaloloto checks a leg kick. Faaloloto is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Faaloloto staying out of range there. Diemomd attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Lolohea Faaloloto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Faaloloto throws a sloppy head kick #CL# and Diemomd counters by moving into the clinch. Diemomd really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Faaloloto is trying to break free.#BC# Diemomd breaks from the clinch.
Diemomd attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Faaloloto tries a head kick but it misses.
Faaloloto tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Diemomd throws a looping overhand right but Faaloloto ducks down to avoid it. Diemomd misses with a hook. Faaloloto ducked under it nicely. Diemomd throws a looping overhand right but Faaloloto ducks down to avoid it. Faaloloto misses with a few strikes there.
Diemomd went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T3# Faaloloto tries a head kick but it misses.
Diemomd tries to bum rush Faaloloto with a series of wild strikes but Faaloloto uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Diemomd throws a looping overhand right but Faaloloto ducks down to avoid it. Diemomd throws a right hand that Faaloloto ducks under and follows up with a left that Faaloloto also avoids with ease. Diemomd tries to bum rush Faaloloto with a series of wild strikes but Faaloloto uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Diemomd scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Diemomd avoids the head kick by Faaloloto.
Faaloloto swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Faaloloto takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Diemomd lands a right hook to the body.
Diemomd throws a hook to the side of Faaloloto's head but Faaloloto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Diemomd connects with a nice looking jab.
Faaloloto bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Diemomd throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diemomd is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Faaloloto. Diemomd looks to land a combination but Faaloloto avoids it well. Diemomd misses with a few strikes there.
Diemomd just misses with a punch to the body.
#T4# Diemomd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Some wild striking there from Diemomd.
Faaloloto tries a head kick but it misses.
Faaloloto throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Diemomd misses with a series of wild punches.
Faaloloto unleashes a big counter combination but Diemomd bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Diemomd throws a right hand that Faaloloto ducks under and follows up with a left that Faaloloto also avoids with ease. Diemomd looks to throw the jab but Faaloloto is out of range. Faaloloto defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Faaloloto ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Diemomd tries to score with a low kick but Faaloloto moves his leg out of the way. Faaloloto is looking for the big counter here. Diemomd looks to throw the jab but Faaloloto is out of range. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Diemomd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The fighters circling - Diemomd throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Diemomd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Despite the aggression on Faaloloto's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Faaloloto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Diemomd throws a lazy right hand but Faaloloto sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Faaloloto misses with a head kick.
Diemomd connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Faaloloto tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Faaloloto throws a head kick but Diemomd moves out of range.
Faaloloto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Barry Diemomd is winning the standup battle so far. Diemomd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Faaloloto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. A combination from Diemomd does no damage. It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Diemomd here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man. Diemomd is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Faaloloto. Diemomd misses with a hook. Faaloloto ducked under it nicely. Faaloloto throws a lazy head kick #CL# and Diemomd counters by clinching up. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd gets through Faaloloto's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Diemomd digs a right hand underneath Faaloloto's ribcage. Faaloloto let out a lung full of air as it connected. Faaloloto is breathing heavily. Diemomd keeps control of Faaloloto as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC# Diemomd breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Faaloloto misses with a jab, cross combination.
Diemomd throws a series of strikes that have Faaloloto backpedaling.
#T1# Faaloloto tries a head kick but it misses.
Diemomd tries to score with a low kick but Faaloloto moves his leg out of the way. Faaloloto keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A head kick by Faaloloto misses and Diemomd counters with a series of strikes. Faaloloto will be more careful next time no doubt. Faaloloto slips a straight right by Diemomd. Diemomd lands with a right hand. Faaloloto fails to land with a series of punches.
Diemomd is looking to counter punch. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Faaloloto takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A swing and a miss from Diemomd. Faaloloto uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Faaloloto is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. No joy there for Diemomd, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Diemomd lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Diemomd. Diemomd throws the left hand but Faaloloto avoids the punch easily. Diemomd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Faaloloto can do to turn this around? The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diemomd tries a head kick but it misses.
Faaloloto tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Diemomd misses the jab. Diemomd getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T2# Faaloloto tries a head kick but it misses.
Faaloloto slips under a jab from Diemomd. Faaloloto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Diemomd has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Faaloloto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Faaloloto avoids a punch combination nicely.
Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Diemomd jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Faaloloto moves away from the strike by Diemomd. Faaloloto tries a head kick but it misses.
Diemomd pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Good standup being displayed there by Diemomd as he connects with a hook. Some wild striking there from Diemomd.
Faaloloto throws a head kick that misses. Diemomd is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Faaloloto. Faaloloto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diemomd. A telegraphed right hand from Diemomd misses the target. Faaloloto ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd.#T3# Diemomd throws a right hand that Faaloloto ducks under and follows up with a left that Faaloloto also avoids with ease. Diemomd misses the jab. Diemomd swings for the body but Faaloloto moves out of range.
Faaloloto throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Diemomd fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Diemomd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Diemomd throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Diemomd throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Diemomd throws a head kick that misses. Diemomd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Faaloloto circles away quickly and effectively. Diemomd missing with a left hand there. Faaloloto was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Faaloloto throws a head kick but Diemomd moves out of range.
Diemomd blocks a head kick by Faaloloto.
Diemomd throws a jab but it's blocked by Faaloloto. Faaloloto throws a counter combo. Faaloloto blocks a jab. Faaloloto avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T4# Faaloloto throws a head kick that misses. Diemomd cracks Faaloloto with a good jab. Diemomd misses with a wild combination.
Diemomd misses with a head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action! Faaloloto displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diemomd throws out the jab. Diemomd throws a series of punches but Faaloloto avoids them all with ease. Barry Diemomd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Faaloloto misses with a head kick.
Diemomd fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Diemomd dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Faaloloto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A clash of legs there as Faaloloto blocks the low kick. Diemomd misses with a looping right. Faaloloto dodges the punch combination from Diemomd.
Diemomd avoids the head kick by Faaloloto.
Faaloloto slips a jab from Diemomd. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R3# Faaloloto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Diemomd misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Diemomd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Faaloloto moves out of range as Diemomd strikes. Faaloloto throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Faaloloto throws a sloppy head kick and Diemomd moves out of range easily. Diemomd does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Diemomd throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Faaloloto sees it coming and avoids it easily. Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Diemomd tries to land a front kick but Faaloloto steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Faaloloto with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Diemomd to score with a decent uppercut. Diemomd throws the left hand but Faaloloto avoids the punch easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Faaloloto misses with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Faaloloto. Diemomd tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Faaloloto takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Diemomd walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Faaloloto checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Diemomd throws a right hand that Faaloloto ducks under and follows up with a left that Faaloloto also avoids with ease.#T1# Diemomd swinging wildly here.
Faaloloto lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. Faaloloto falls off balance throwing a combination
and Diemomd counters with a stiff right hand. Diemomd goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Diemomd misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Faaloloto throws a head kick but Diemomd moves out of range.
Faaloloto dodges the punch combination from Diemomd.
Faaloloto blocks a head kick by Diemomd.
Faaloloto tries a head kick but it misses.
Diemomd throws a hook to the side of Faaloloto's head but Faaloloto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Faaloloto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Faaloloto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diemomd.#T2# Faaloloto throws a lazy head kick and Diemomd counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Diemomd lunges at Faaloloto with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Faaloloto's hand. Diemomd missing with a left hand there. Faaloloto was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Diemomd scores with a spinning back kick! This has been an exciting period of action! Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Diemomd loads up on a big right hand but Faaloloto slips the punch. Diemomd tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice defenses there by Faaloloto. Diemomd throws a jab when Faaloloto was well out of range. Faaloloto throws a series of punches but Diemomd moves out of range. It looked like Diemomd was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Faaloloto misses with a head kick.
Diemomd misses with a hook. Faaloloto ducked under it nicely. Faaloloto ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Faaloloto throws a sloppy head kick and Diemomd moves out of range easily. An attempted straight right counter from Diemomd misses the target. Diemomd misses with a hook. Diemomd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T3# Faaloloto misses with a double jab.
Diemomd throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Faaloloto sees it coming and avoids it easily. Diemomd goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Diemomd throws a sloppy head kick and Faaloloto moves out of range easily. Diemomd throws a big shot that misses. Diemomd misses with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Diemomd. Diemomd blocks a head kick by Faaloloto.
Barry Diemomd is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Faaloloto tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Faaloloto showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Diemomd.
Faaloloto ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Diemomd throws a sloppy head kick and Faaloloto moves out of range easily. Diemomd misses with the combination.
Faaloloto throws a head kick that misses. Faaloloto tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4# Diemomd is looking to chop away at Faaloloto's legs. Diemomd looks to throw the jab but Faaloloto is out of range. Faaloloto throws a sloppy head kick and Diemomd moves out of range easily. Diemomd went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Diemomd misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Diemomd scores with a body shot.
Diemomd throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Faaloloto. 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! Diemomd throws a shot from downtown. Faaloloto moves away and avoids it. Diemomd swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Diemomd avoids the head kick by Faaloloto.
Diemomd scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Diemomd lands a jab to the head.
Faaloloto ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Faaloloto avoids the body shot from Diemomd.
Diemomd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Faaloloto circles away quickly and effectively. Faaloloto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lolohea Faaloloto has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Faaloloto has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Diemomd loads up on a big right hand but Faaloloto slips the punch.
And that's the end of the fight! Barry Diemomd showed his dominance in that final round. Well Diemomd 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27 Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Barry Diemomd! Barry Diemomd thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 8
Date: Oct 06, 2019 |
#R1# Diemomd scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CL# Mokete gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Mokete tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Diemomd smiles and moves away.
Mokete wants to clinch. Diemomd bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Mokete closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Mokete takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Diemomd misses with a straight right. Mokete uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diemomd. Diemomd misses with the combination.
A slow jab from Mokete misses its intended target. Mokete with a hook. Diemomd takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Diemomd lands a head shot. Mokete lands a glancing blow to the side of Diemomd's head. Mokete takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Diemomd throws a series of punches but Mokete moves out of range. #T1# Diemomd misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Diemomd throws a leg kick but Mokete checks it. Diemomd takes a swing at Mokete's ribcage but misses. Mokete on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Some wild striking there from Diemomd.
Mokete fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Diemomd on the side of the head. Mokete is looking to clinch but Diemomd is avoiding it.
A jab from Mokete finds it's way through Diemomd's defenses. Mokete moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Diemomd lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A big left from Mokete misses. Horrible takedown attempt by Mokete or perhaps it was just good defense by Diemomd, which made it look bad. Diemomd misses with the combination.
Mokete changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T2# Diemomd uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mokete.
Diemomd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mokete manages to avoid it.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Mokete. #SUB# Mokete wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Diemomd, who protects the arm well. Diemomd really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mokete. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Mokete is looking to take a break and control but Diemomd is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Diemomd can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB# Mokete tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Mokete wants to control but Diemomd is keeping him busy. #T3# Diemomd wants to control but Mokete postures up. Mokete advances to mount. #SUB# Mokete quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Mokete but it's paid off an Diemomd is forced to tap! Nice work by Mokete.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alexander Mokete!
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Event:
RRFC 9: Kano vs Pandens
Date: Sep 21, 2019 |
#R1# Giovinazzi fails with a takedown attempt. Diemomd dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Giovinazzi. That did some damage! Giovinazzi avoids a low kick by using good footwork. No luck with that takedown attempt from Giovinazzi. Diemomd looks like he wants to counter punch here. Horrible takedown attempt by Giovinazzi or perhaps it was just good defense by Diemomd, which made it look bad. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marchiano Giovinazzi. That's going to take a lot out of him. Giovinazzi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Giovinazzi shoots in but Diemomd avoids the takedown attempt easily. Giovinazzi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Diemomd defends it nicely. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Giovinazzi avoids a kick to the body.
Giovinazzi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Diemomd defends it nicely. A jab from Diemomd does it's job there.#T1# Giovinazzi walks into a left hand. Marchiano Giovinazzi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nice sprawl there from Diemomd as Giovinazzi shoots in. A decent looking cross lands there for Diemomd. Diemomd tries to land a front kick but Giovinazzi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Giovinazzi looks for a takedown but Diemomd sprawls well. Giovinazzi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Giovinazzi avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Giovinazzi tries to counter with a takedown but Diemomd is quick to defend against it. Giovinazzi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Diemomd sprawls well. Diemomd wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Giovinazzi gets slowly back to his feet. Diemomd misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Giovinazzi fails to land the takedown. Giovinazzi is breathing heavily. Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Barry Diemomd is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Diemomd keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Diemomd looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Giovinazzi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2# Giovinazzi shoots for a double leg takedown but Diemomd sprawls well. He's pushed Giovinazzi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Diemomd scores with a jab. Giovinazzi acknowledges it with a nod of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Diemomd scores with a nice head shot. Diemomd misses with a double jab.
Diemomd misses with a low kick.
Giovinazzi sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Diemomd misses with a jab, cross combination.
Giovinazzi feinted with a counter takedown. Diemomd missing with a left hand there. Giovinazzi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. No luck for Giovinazzi with that takedown attempt. Giovinazzi shoots in but Diemomd avoids the takedown attempt easily. Diemomd tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Diemomd connects with a good right hand that stumbles Giovinazzi. Giovinazzi circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Diemomd scores with a sloppy right hand. Giovinazzi should have avoided that one. Diemomd lands a jab to the head.
Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Giovinazzi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Diemomd sprawls and moves away. Diemomd rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Giovinazzi moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Diemomd throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T3# Diemomd throws a series of punches but Giovinazzi moves out of range. Giovinazzi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Diemomd defends it nicely. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Diemomd! But no joy. Diemomd is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Giovinazzi had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Giovinazzi blocks a jab. Diemomd moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Diemomd throws an overhand right that lands on Giovinazzi's shoulder, as Giovinazzi tries to avoid the shot. Giovinazzi feinted with a counter takedown. Diemomd lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Diemomd. Diemomd looks to land a combination but Giovinazzi avoids it well. Giovinazzi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diemomd sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Diemomd misses with a few strikes there.
Diemomd closes the distance and lands a one-two. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Giovinazzi fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd avoids it really well and circles away. Diemomd stuffs the takedown. Diemomd throws a jab but it's blocked by Giovinazzi. Giovinazzi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diemomd sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T4# Diemomd scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Diemomd throws a right hand that Giovinazzi ducks under and follows up with a left that Giovinazzi also avoids with ease. Giovinazzi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Diemomd's waist but Diemomd gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Giovinazzi off to one side. Giovinazzi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diemomd. Diemomd lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Diemomd tries a head kick but it misses.
Giovinazzi shoots and misses and Diemomd counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Giovinazzi goes for a double leg but Diemomd avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Diemomd continues to drive forward. Diemomd lands a nice leg kick that just misses Giovinazzi's sensitive parts. A lazy left from Diemomd finds it's target. Diemomd throws a series of punches but Giovinazzi moves out of range. Diemomd is working the combinations to good effect here. A looping hook to the body misses from Diemomd. Giovinazzi does a little dance to reset his feet. Giovinazzi feinted with a counter takedown. Diemomd fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Diemomd tries to land a leg kick but Giovinazzi saw it coming and moves away.
A swing and a miss from Diemomd. Sloppy strikes from Diemomd. Those never looked like landing. Giovinazzi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Diemomd defends it nicely. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Sloppy strikes from Diemomd. Those never looked like landing. Giovinazzi fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd avoids it really well and circles away. Giovinazzi has a takedown stuffed. Diemomd cracks Giovinazzi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Diemomd closes the distance and lands a one-two. Giovinazzi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Giovinazzi needs to keep his hands up - Diemomd had a free shot at his head there. Horrible takedown attempt by Giovinazzi or perhaps it was just good defense by Diemomd, which made it look bad. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marchiano Giovinazzi. 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. Giovinazzi defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Giovinazzi moves away. Diemomd uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Giovinazzi shoots for a double leg takedown but Diemomd sprawls well. He's pushed Giovinazzi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Giovinazzi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Giovinazzi fails with the takedown. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1# Diemomd scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Giovinazzi doesn't seem bothered though. This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Giovinazzi. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery. Diemomd misses with a wild combination.
Diemomd lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Giovinazzi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Diemomd sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Giovinazzi somewhat. Giovinazzi shoots and misses and Diemomd counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Diemomd misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Diemomd misses with a two punch combination.
Diemomd leaves Giovinazzi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Diemomd has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Giovinazzi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Giovinazzi dives in for a single leg takedown but Diemomd sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Good shot there by Diemomd. Nice cross by Diemomd. Diemomd throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Giovinazzi. Marchiano Giovinazzi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2# Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Diemomd lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Giovinazzi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Giovinazzi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Giovinazzi walks into a stiff left hand from Diemomd. Diemomd misses the jab. Diemomd slaps away a takedown attempt from Giovinazzi, before circling back to the center of the mat. Giovinazzi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A head kick misses from Diemomd. Diemomd lands with a nice combination. Giovinazzi backs away looking to recover. Giovinazzi checks a leg kick. Diemomd tries a head kick but it misses.
Some wild striking there from Diemomd.
Giovinazzi tries to counter with a takedown but Diemomd is quick to defend against it. Diemomd displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Giovinazzi. Diemomd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Giovinazzi manages to avoid it. Giovinazzi looks for a takedown but Diemomd sprawls well.#T3# Diemomd cracks a nice hook into Giovinazzi's ribs. Giovinazzi fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Left hook, right uppercut from Diemomd. Giovinazzi shoots in but Diemomd avoids the takedown attempt easily. Giovinazzi ducks right into an uppercut from Diemomd. Giovinazzi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Diemomd throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Diemomd throws a nice looking combination but Giovinazzi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Giovinazzi closes this distance looking for a takedown but Diemomd circles away. Diemomd with a nice cross. The crowd cheers as Diemomd lands an impressive looking overhand right. Giovinazzi doesn't seem phased though. Diemomd catches Giovinazzi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Diemomd's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Diemomd duly obliges. #T4# Sloppy strikes from Diemomd. Those never looked like landing. Giovinazzi fails to land the takedown. Diemomd throws out a counter right but Giovinazzi avoids it with no problem. Giovinazzi closes the distance and clinches up with Diemomd, looking for a takedown. Giovinazzi pushes Diemomd against the cage but Diemomd circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Diemomd is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Giovinazzi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Giovinazzi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Diemomd defends well and Giovinazzi ends up having to push Diemomd into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Nice shot lands for Diemomd. Diemomd connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Giovinazzi's hands. Diemomd connects with a good right hand that stumbles Giovinazzi. Giovinazzi circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Horrible takedown attempt by Giovinazzi or perhaps it was just good defense by Diemomd, which made it look bad. Giovinazzi slips a jab and a cross from Diemomd.
Diemomd connects with the punch. Diemomd getting the better of the striking in that exchange. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Giovinazzi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Diemomd finds it's way round the side to connect with Giovinazzi's head. Giovinazzi tries to move into range but Diemomd moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Giovinazzi slips under a jab. Giovinazzi shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Diemomd as he jumps to the side. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Diemomd tries to bum rush Giovinazzi with a series of wild strikes but Giovinazzi uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Giovinazzi shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd shows good takedown defense. Giovinazzi ducks right into an uppercut from Diemomd. Diemomd cracks Giovinazzi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Diemomd throws a body punch but Giovinazzi moves out of range. Giovinazzi tries to counter with a takedown but Diemomd is quick to defend against it. Diemomd closes the distance and lands a one-two. Diemomd cracks Giovinazzi with a good jab. Giovinazzi gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2# and Diemomd moves into the clinch.#BC2# Diemomd breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Giovinazzi misses with a takedown attempt #CL2# and Diemomd counters by moving into the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marchiano Giovinazzi. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2# Diemomd breaks the clinch.
Diemomd clobbers Giovinazzi with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. This has been an exciting period of action! Nice uppercut there from Diemomd. Giovinazzi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diemomd sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Diemomd cracks Giovinazzi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Diemomd lands with a straight right. Giovinazzi didn't see that one coming. Diemomd throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1# Diemomd lands an overhand right. Diemomd misses with a series of wild punches.
Diemomd with a jab. A looping hook to the body misses from Diemomd. Giovinazzi does a little dance to reset his feet. Giovinazzi shoots in looking for a takedown but Diemomd manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Giovinazzi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Diemomd throws a hook to the side of Giovinazzi's head but Giovinazzi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Giovinazzi shoots in looking for a takedown but Diemomd manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Giovinazzi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Giovinazzi ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Diemomd scores with a one two! Giovinazzi had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Diemomd thuds a left hand into Giovinazzi's body. Diemomd lands with a nice body punch. Giovinazzi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Diemomd. Giovinazzi staying out of range there. Giovinazzi feinted with a counter takedown. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Diemomd throws a sloppy head kick and Giovinazzi moves out of range easily. A jab from Diemomd misses. Giovinazzi shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Diemomd pinned against the cage. Diemomd gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2# Giovinazzi will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Diemomd lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Diemomd connects with a nice looking jab.
Giovinazzi misses with a takedown attempt - Diemomd sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Diemomd lands an overhand right. Diemomd lunges at Giovinazzi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Giovinazzi's hand. Diemomd lands with a hook. Giovinazzi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Diemomd throws a good cross that connects.
Diemomd connects with a nice looking jab.
Giovinazzi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Diemomd sprawls well. Diemomd wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Giovinazzi gets slowly back to his feet. Diemomd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T3# Diemomd lands a nice hook to Giovinazzi's body. Giovinazzi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. The crowd cheers as Diemomd lands an impressive looking overhand right. Giovinazzi doesn't seem phased though. Diemomd throws a head kick but Giovinazzi moves out of range.
Diemomd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Giovinazzi circles away quickly and effectively. Giovinazzi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Giovinazzi shoots in but no luck this time. Diemomd fails to land with a series of punches.
Barry Diemomd is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Diemomd connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Diemomd pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Diemomd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Diemomd swinging wildly here.
Giovinazzi fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Giovinazzi moves out of range as Diemomd throws a body kick.
Giovinazzi closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T4# Giovinazzi doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2# and Diemomd moves into the clinch. A nice glancing elbow lands by Diemomd. 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! Giovinazzi is trying to force a seperation but Diemomd has the dominant position. Giovinazzi wants to take the fight to the mat but Diemomd manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Giovinazzi is trying to force a seperation but Diemomd has the dominant position. Diemomd is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC2# Diemomd breaks the clinch.
Diemomd looks to land a right hand but Giovinazzi moved out of range. Giovinazzi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice takedown defense from Diemomd. No joy for Giovinazzi on that attempt. Diemomd misses with a two punch combination.
Marchiano Giovinazzi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Giovinazzi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Diemomd. Diemomd throws a head kick that misses. Giovinazzi half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
And that's the end of the fight! Barry Diemomd comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Diemomd 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 George Francis scores the fight 24:30 Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 24:30 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 24:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Barry Diemomd! Barry Diemomd seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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RRFC Fight Night 3
Date: Sep 01, 2019 |
#R1# Joong Ho pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Joong Ho tries to clinch there but Diemomd circles away.
Kyung Joong Ho seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Diemomd keeps the fight on the outside. Diemomd throwing a counter right hand but Joong Ho manages to avoid it. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Joong Ho tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Diemomd paws at him with a jab and circles away. Diemomd went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Diemomd showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Joong Ho.
Joong Ho throws a head kick that half lands.
Joong Ho throws a head kick but Diemomd moves out of range.
Joong Ho uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diemomd. Diemomd lands a two punch combo.
Joong Ho tries to bum rush Diemomd with a series of wild strikes but Diemomd uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Diemomd wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Diemomd moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Joong Ho throws a series of punches but Diemomd avoids them all with ease. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Diemomd swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Joong Ho misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Joong Ho throws a head kick but Diemomd moves out of range.
Diemomd shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Joong Ho as he jumps to the side. Diemomd connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Diemomd works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1# Diemomd has a takedown stuffed. Joong Ho throws a head kick that Diemomd semi-blocks.
Diemomd darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Joong Ho wants to clinch. Joong Ho doesn't manage to clinch there - Diemomd circles away.
Diemomd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Diemomd lands a two punch combo.
Joong Ho is looking to clinch. Diemomd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Joong Ho circles away quickly and effectively. Joong Ho lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Diemomd throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Joong Ho tries to clinch up but Diemomd circles away and keeps his distance. Diemomd throwing a counter right hand but Joong Ho manages to avoid it. Diemomd tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Joong Ho swivels and escapes. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Barry Diemomd. That's going to take a lot out of him. Good exchange - Diemomd coming out on top. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Joong Ho moves in looking to clinch but Diemomd pushes him off. Joong Ho tries to clinch up. Diemomd is looking for a counter combo. Diemomd walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Joong Ho checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T2# A punch combination from Diemomd misses. Diemomd takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Diemomd pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Joong Ho tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Kyung Joong Ho is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. A head kick misses from Joong Ho. #TD# Diemomd fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Joong Ho sprawls well initially but Diemomd persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB# Diemomd is working for a kimura but Joong Ho is defending it quite comfortably.
Nice strikes from Diemomd there. Joong Ho wants to get back to his feet.
Diemomd frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #ES2# Joong Ho bucks Diemomd off and manages to get back to his feet! Joong Ho tries a head kick but it misses.
Joong Ho throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL# Diemomd darts in and clinches Joong Ho up against the cage.#T3# Diemomd is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Joong Ho gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC# Diemomd breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Joong Ho tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Diemomd manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Diemomd works the jab nicely. Diemomd scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. The fight stays on the outside here - Joong Ho looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD# Joong Ho gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Diemomd lands a couple of digs. Diemomd postures up and lands a big shot to Joong Ho's brow. Diemomd engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Joong Ho wants to get back to his feet but Diemomd is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Diemomd not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Diemomd sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Joong Ho's guard. #T4# Diemomd perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Diemomd is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Joong Ho is trying to stand back up but Diemomd is controlling him
Diemomd trying to control the action but Joong Ho is working from the bottom. Joong Ho wants to get back to his feet. Diemomd works his foot free and advances to mount. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diemomd tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Diemomd working Joong Ho over with strikes here. Joong Ho is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# A head kick misses from Joong Ho. Joong Ho tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Diemomd manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Joong Ho is looking to clinch but Diemomd is avoiding it.
Diemomd fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Joong Ho checks it well. Joong Ho throws a head kick but Diemomd moves out of range.
Joong Ho throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Joong Ho blocks the body kick.
Diemomd scores with a punch to the head. Diemomd throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Diemomd avoids the head kick by Joong Ho.
Joong Ho uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diemomd.#CL# Diemomd takes the fight into the clinch. Diemomd is looking for a takedown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Joong Ho gets underhooks to prevent Diemomd's takedown attempt.
Joong Ho tries to circle away but Diemomd has him pinned against the cage.#TD# Diemomd drags the fight down to the ground.
Diemomd looking for a sweep. Not yet Diemomd, not yet. Joong Ho wants to stand but Diemomd is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1# Diemomd is adopting a defensive guard. Diemomd wants to sweep here but Joong Ho controlling him for the moment. #SUB# Diemomd is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Diemomd has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Joong Ho trying to stand up but can't free himself from Diemomd's guard.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Diemomd is on top in guard.
#REVR# Diemomd with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Joong Ho is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Diemomd working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Diemomd works over Joong Ho with some ground and pound from guard. Diemomd trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Diemomd won't allow Joong Ho to get back to his feet. Diemomd slips nicely into half guard. Diemomd controlling the action here. Diemomd trying to control from half guard but Joong Ho is working away. Barry Diemomd overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Diemomd tries to pass the half guard into mount. Joong Ho knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Diemomd working over Joong Ho with some ground and pound. Joong Ho looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3# Joong Ho is trying to stand back up but Diemomd is controlling him
Diemomd is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Joong Ho is trying to stand up here but Diemomd is controlling him well. Diemomd working Joong Ho over with strikes. Diemomd looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#ES2# Joong Ho kicks off Diemomd and gets to his feet. Barry Diemomd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Joong Ho plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Diemomd misses with an uppercut. Joong Ho wants to clinch up but Diemomd keeps it at a distance. Joong Ho scores with a head kick. Diemomd tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Joong Ho is breathing heavily. Diemomd throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Joong Ho takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Diemomd lands with a slapping head kick. Jab by Diemomd. Diemomd lunges at Joong Ho with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Joong Ho's hand. Joong Ho tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Joong Ho throws a right and a left that Diemomd avoids nicely. #T4# A head kick misses from Joong Ho. Diemomd with a body punch. A glancing blow. Diemomd misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Joong Ho tries to clinch but Diemomd moves out of range. Joong Ho tries to clinch up. No luck for Diemomd with that takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Barry Diemomd. That's going to take a lot out of him. Joong Ho throws a right and a left that both miss. Diemomd with a nice cross.#TD# Diemomd shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Diemomd trying to control the pace. #ES2# Joong Ho manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Diemomd keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd 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# Diemomd shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Joong Ho defends it nicely. A big right from Diemomd misses. Diemomd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Joong Ho can do to turn this around? Joong Ho tries to clinch but Diemomd moves out of range. Joong Ho tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Barry Diemomd is winning the standup battle so far. A head kick misses from Joong Ho. Diemomd swats away the attempt to clinch by Joong Ho. Diemomd throws a series of punches but Joong Ho moves out of range. Joong Ho pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Joong Ho steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Joong Ho walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd circles away from the clinch attempt and Diemomd counters with a lovely straight right hand! The fight stays on the outside here - Joong Ho looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD# Diemomd changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Joong Ho looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES2# Joong Ho sneaks out the side door and pushes Diemomd away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T1# Jab, jab by Diemomd - just one landing. Diemomd throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Joong Ho's waist but Joong Ho gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Diemomd off to one side. Diemomd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD# Diemomd scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES2# Joong Ho manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Diemomd keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Joong Ho tries to break the clinch but Diemomd is controlling the position. Joong Ho letting Diemomd take a breather here.#TD# Diemomd jumps guard and drags Joong Ho to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Diemomd looking to hit a scissor sweep but Joong Ho is one step ahead there. #T2# Diemomd trying to control the position.
Joong Ho is looking to stand up but Diemomd won't let him. Diemomd wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Diemomd wants to sweep but no luck. Diemomd pulls Joong Ho in to control the position. Diemomd punching from the bottom - just letting Joong Ho know he's still in a fight. #SUB# Diemomd is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Joong Ho is aware though and is defending well. Diemomd trying to control the position.
Joong Ho wants to get up but he can't break Diemomd's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Joong Ho tries to close the distance and clinch but Diemomd swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Joong Ho throws a series of punches but Diemomd avoids them all with ease. Diemomd avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Diemomd keeps the fight on the outside.#T3# A bone on bone clash there as Joong Ho blocks the leg kick.
Joong Ho is looking for the big counter here. Joong Ho tries to clinch up but Diemomd circles away and keeps his distance.#TD# Diemomd closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Joong Ho quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB# Diemomd seems to be working for a kimura but Joong Ho defends the submission attempt.#SUB# Diemomd is looking for a kimura but Joong Ho is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Diemomd to get the leverage. #SUB# Joong Ho is defending against the submission attempts here by Diemomd.
Joong Ho is trying to stand up here but Diemomd is controlling him well. Barry Diemomd is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Diemomd keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Joong Ho is trying to stand up here but Diemomd is controlling him well. #T4# Diemomd controlling the action here. Joong Ho is trying to stand up here but Diemomd is controlling him well. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Diemomd throws a series of punches but Joong Ho moves out of range. Diemomd connects with a body shot. Joong Ho tries to clinch but Diemomd moves out of range. Joong Ho throws a head kick but Diemomd moves out of range.
The crowd cheers as Diemomd lands an impressive looking overhand right. Joong Ho doesn't seem phased though. Joong Ho scores with a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Joong Ho tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Diemomd paws at him with a jab and circles away. Kyung Joong Ho has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD# Diemomd fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Joong Ho to the ground. Diemomd is now in Joong Ho's guard.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Barry Diemomd. Well Diemomd 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27 Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Barry Diemomd! During a confident post fight interview, Barry Diemomd thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 4
Date: Aug 14, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# Koca clinches with his opponent.
Diemomd drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Koca tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Diemomd avoids it. Diemomd leaning against his opponent.
#TD# Diemomd drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB# Diemomd looking for a guillotine here but Koca defends easily.
Koca trying to control but Diemomd is working from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd looking for a sweep. Not yet Diemomd, not yet. #T1# Diemomd controlling the position. Koca throwing strikes but missing. Koca stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diemomd swivels though and keeps the full guard. Koca won't allow Diemomd to sweep him here. Koca controlling from the top position. Diemomd has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. Koca wants to get up but he can't break Diemomd's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Diemomd misses with a hook. Koca ducked under it nicely. Koca misses with a looping left. Diemomd tries to counter by clinching up but Koca breaks away and moves out of range. Koca shoots in for a double leg but Diemomd sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Diemomd throws a big shot that misses. Koca moves out of range of the strikes. Koca will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It looked like Diemomd wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Diemomd fails with the takedown. Koca misses with a head kick.
Koca lands a jab-cross combination. Diemomd avoids the head kick by Koca.
Diemomd will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Koca throws a wild combination but nothing lands. As Koca looks to move away, Diemomd throws a big counter combo but Koca just gets out of the way. Diemomd throws out a leg kick but Koca moves out of range and Diemomd only half commits. Koca swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T3# Koca moves out of range of the strikes. A cross from Diemomd lands. Diemomd throws an overhand right that lands on Koca's shoulder, as Koca tries to avoid the shot. Diemomd throws a solid leg kick but Koca takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Diemomd. Diemomd goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Koca throws the left hand but Diemomd avoids the punch easily. Koca throws a head kick that misses. Koca shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Diemomd sprawls well. Diemomd wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Koca gets slowly back to his feet. Diemomd tries to counter by clinching up but Koca breaks away and moves out of range. Koca looks winded! Koca ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Diemomd has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Koca slaps away a takedown attempt from Diemomd, before circling back to the center of the mat. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Barry Diemomd. That's going to take a lot out of him. Diemomd clobbers Koca with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Diemomd tries to land a leg kick but Koca saw it coming and moves away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Diemomd misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T4# Diemomd fails with a takedown attempt. The fighters circling - Diemomd throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Koca wants to counter with a clinch but Diemomd pushes him away. Diemomd shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Koca as he avoids it easily. Koca misses with a takedown attempt - Diemomd sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Diemomd tried to score with a low kick but Koca checks it.#CL2# Koca moves into the clinch. Koca is pressed up against the cage. Diemomd has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Koca down to the mat. Koca avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Koca lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Koca tries to clinch up but Diemomd circles away and keeps his distance. Diemomd blocks a head kick by Koca.
Diemomd thows a left - swing and a miss! Diemomd misses the shot to the body. Diemomd misses with a few strikes there.
Diemomd throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Koca. Koca looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Blaxlan Koca will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Diemomd slips a jab and a cross from Koca.
Koca misses with a head kick.
Koca looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Koca staying out of range there. Blaxlan Koca seems to be getting the better of the standup. Diemomd throws a big shot that misses. Koca swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL# and Diemomd counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Diemomd slowing the pace effectively.#TD# Diemomd has clasped his hands together around Koca's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Diemomd remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground. Koca tries to improve position but can't. #SU# Diemomd has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T1# Koca bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Diemomd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Koca circles away quickly and effectively. Koca tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Diemomd throwing a counter right hand but Koca manages to avoid it. Koca misses with the combination.
Diemomd fails to land the takedown. A nice combination there by Diemomd.
Koca looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD# Diemomd feints and as Koca raises his hands in defense, Diemomd changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Diemomd trying to control the position from guard on top but Koca is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Diemomd pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Koca is keeping the position for now. Diemomd trying to control but Koca is working from the bottom. #T2# Diemomd engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2# Koca working for a triangle but Diemomd defends it easily.
#SUB# Diemomd drops back looking for a leg! Koca is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Koca manages to kick Diemomd off! Diemomd jumps back into Koca's guard. #SUB2# Koca is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# Diemomd drops back, looking for a kneebar! Koca looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Koca looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Koca! #REVB##T3# Diemomd tries to control but Koca manages to take his back.#SUB2# Diemomd preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Koca. Koca missing with strikes. #SUB2# Koca working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. Koca is breathing heavily. Diemomd manages to reverse the position and now he's in Koca's guard. Nice work there by Diemomd.
Diemomd postures up and lands a big shot to Koca's brow. #T4# Diemomd postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Diemomd postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Diemomd is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Diemomd lands a couple of digs. Diemomd passes Koca's right leg, so he's now in half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Koca is pressing down on Diemomd's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2# Koca working for a triangle but Diemomd defends it easily.
#SUB# Diemomd thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Koca being controlled here, momentarily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd 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# Diemomd ducks under a wild hook from Koca. A little feinted left hand from Diemomd on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Koca tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. No luck for Diemomd with that takedown attempt. Diemomd looks to land a left hand but Koca moved out of range nicely. Koca doesn't manage to clinch there - Diemomd circles away.
Koca misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Koca rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Diemomd moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Koca swinging wildly here.
Koca throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Diemomd dodges the punch combination from Koca.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Koca is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diemomd sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Barry Diemomd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. The fight stays on the outside here - Koca looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Diemomd jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Koca takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1# Diemomd throws a lazy right hand but Koca sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Koca steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Diemomd. Diemomd throws a nice looking combination but Koca bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Diemomd stuffs the takedown.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Diemomd. #SUB# Diemomd is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Koca is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Koca tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Diemomd wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Diemomd working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Koca is trying to get back to half guard. Diemomd is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Koca will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Diemomd working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2##SUB# Diemomd is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Koca has escaped the position, nice work there. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB# Diemomd is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Koca knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Koca struggling a bit here. Diemomd scoring with punches and elbows. #T3# Diemomd is looking to take a break and control but Koca is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Diemomd is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Koca is trying to escape and Diemomd transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Koca is forced to tap! Nice work there by Diemomd! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Barry Diemomd! Barry Diemomd seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
RRFC 1 Nakamura vs Santos
Date: Jul 20, 2019 |
#R1# Diemomd misses with a wild body shot. Diemomd throws a low kick but Sajid avoids it. A combination from Diemomd does no damage. Sajid tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Diemomd swivels and escapes. Sajid slips a straight right by Diemomd. Diemomd throws a leg kick but Sajid sees it coming and checks it nicely. Diemomd throws a hook but Sajid blocks it. Sajid darts in looking for a takedown but Diemomd gets double underhooks and turns Sajid into the cage. Diemomd keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Despite the aggression on Diemomd's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abdullah Sajid. That's going to take a lot out of him. Diemomd throws a hook to the side of Sajid's head but Sajid sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Sajid looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Diemomd is fending him off so far but Sajid persists. Nope, Diemomd circles away and we're back to standing. Diemomd misses with a looping right. Diemomd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sajid.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sajid. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sajid misses with a takedown attempt - Diemomd sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Diemomd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sajid moves away. Sajid shoots in and drives through. Diemomd sprawls well. Sajid defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd throws a hook but Sajid blocks it. Sajid has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sajid there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1# Diemomd misses with an uppercut. Sajid saw that one coming. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sajid is defended easily by Diemomd. Sajid is breathing heavily. Sajid ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. No luck with that takedown attempt from Sajid. Despite the aggression on Diemomd's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Diemomd misses with a series of wild punches.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Sajid tries to score a power double leg takedown but Diemomd sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sajid somewhat. A jab from Diemomd misses. Diemomd misses with a straight right. Sajid uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diemomd. Sajid avoids a punch combination nicely.
Diemomd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD# Sajid looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Diemomd! Diemomd is looking to regain half guard here but Sajid keeps moving and retains side control. I wouldn't like to be where Diemomd is right now. #T2##SUB# Sajid is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Diemomd is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Diemomd is looking for a sweep. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB# Sajid looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Diemomd tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sajid wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB# Sajid is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Diemomd is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB# Sajid is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Diemomd has escaped the position, nice work there. Diemomd sneaks back into half guard.#T3# Diemomd moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2# Diemomd has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sajid can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Diemomd wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB# Sajid is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Sajid postures up.
#SUB# Sajid drops back, looking for a kneebar! Diemomd looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Diemomd looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Diemomd! #REVB# Sajid is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Diemomd off and has taken his back!#T4##SUB# Sajid looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Diemomd taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Abdullah Sajid! An out of breath Abdullah Sajid 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 30, 2019 |
#R1# Diemomd moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Adams throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Adams throws an off balance right hand
#TD# and Diemomd counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Diemomd lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Diemomd is figuring out what he wants to do next. Diemomd lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Diemomd passes to full mount! BOOM! Diemomd connects with a massive shot to the dome!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Diemomd fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Diemomd controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB# Diemomd has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Adams is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Barry Diemomd! A relieved looking Barry Diemomd thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 12, 2019 |
#R1# Tay steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. A slow jab from Diemomd misses its intended target. Diemomd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tay. Diemomd looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tay slips a jab and a cross from Diemomd.
Diemomd avoids the head kick by Tay.
Diemomd misses with a looping right. The fighters circling - Diemomd throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tay tries to counter with a clinch but Diemomd shakes him off and moves away. Tay tries to close the distance and clinch up but Diemomd swats him away and circles back towards the center. Diemomd looks to score with a jab to the body but Tay is just out of range. Diemomd throws a body punch but Tay moves out of range. Diemomd pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Diemomd throws a hook but Tay blocks it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd misses with a hook. Tay ducked under it nicely. Diemomd misses with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Tay. A head kick misses from Diemomd. Diemomd misses with an uppercut
and Tay counters with a flying knee. Nice. Tay looks winded!#T1# Tay tries to close the distance and clinch up but Diemomd swats him away and circles back towards the center. Diemomd fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Diemomd throws the left hand but Tay avoids the punch easily. Diemomd misses with the combination.
Tay tries to clinch but Diemomd is having none of it. Tay blocks a head kick by Diemomd.
Diemomd throws a body punch but Tay moves out of range. Diemomd connects with a solid leg kick. Diemomd throws a low kick but Tay moves out of range easily. Diemomd is looking to chop away at Tay's legs. Tay takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Tay moves away from the strike by Diemomd. The fight stays on the outside here - Tay looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Barry Diemomd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2# Diemomd lands with an uppercut that bounces Tay off the cage and back into range. Diemomd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tay.
A big right from Diemomd misses. Diemomd throws a shot from downtown. Tay moves away and avoids it. Diemomd misses with a looping left. Tay throws a big counter head kick but Diemomd avoids it with no problem. Diemomd misses the jab. A low kick from Diemomd misses and Tay counters with a head kick. That will keep Diemomd thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! 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! Diemomd throws a body shot but no joy. Tay is looking for the big counter here. Tay fails with an attempt to clinch.
Diemomd misses with a looping right. Tay slips under a jab from Diemomd. Diemomd scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tay in his tracks. Tay tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Diemomd paws at him with a jab and circles away. Nice defenses there by Tay.#T3# Tay misses with a head kick.
A swing and a miss from Diemomd. Diemomd misses the shot to the body. Tay uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diemomd. Tay moves forwards but Diemomd connects with a nice, crisp jab. Diemomd misses with a body kick. Tay moves away from the strike by Diemomd. Tay defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Nice defenses there by Tay. Diemomd looks to score with a jab to the body but Tay is just out of range. Tay changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Diemomd misses with the combination.
Tay looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Tay slips a straight right by Diemomd. Diemomd misses with a head kick.
Tay is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Diemomd is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Tay showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Diemomd.
Tay is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T4# Diemomd throws a series of punches but Tay moves out of range. Diemomd lands a right hook to the body.
Diemomd misses with a hook. Tay ducked under it nicely. Tay unleashes a big counter combination but Diemomd bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Diemomd loads up on a big right hand but Tay slips the punch. Diemomd just misses with a punch to the body.
Diemomd avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Diemomd takes a swing at Tay's ribcage but misses. Tay uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diemomd. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diemomd swats away the attempt to clinch by Tay. Tay defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd throws a right hand that Tay ducks under and follows up with a left that Tay also avoids with ease. Diemomd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tay tries to counter with a clinch but Diemomd shakes him off and moves away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Diemomd throws a hook but Tay blocks it. Tay uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diemomd. Diemomd throws the left hand but Tay avoids the punch easily. Diemomd misses with a straight left. Diemomd misses with a hook. Tay ducked under it nicely. Diemomd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tay.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Tay might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Diemomd has got the better of the exchanges. The fight stays on the outside here - Tay looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Diemomd throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tay throws a big counter head kick but Diemomd avoids it with no problem. Diemomd lands with a nice body punch. Diemomd is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tay. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd keeps the fight on the outside. Tay is breathing heavily. Tay tries a low kick but Diemomd avoids it. Diemomd throws a body shot but no joy. Diemomd misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T1# Diemomd looks to score with a jab to the body but Tay is just out of range. Diemomd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Diemomd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Diemomd looks to land a left hand but Tay moved out of range nicely. Diemomd misses with a head kick.
Diemomd lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Diemomd keeps the fight on the outside. Tay fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tay displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diemomd throws out the jab. Tay steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Diemomd throws a head kick that misses. A head kick misses from Diemomd. Diemomd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tay can do to turn this around? Tay throws a push kick but Diemomd slaps the foot to one side. Diemomd checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tay blocks a jab.#T2# Diemomd throws a big shot that misses. Tay steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Diemomd. Tay slips a straight right by Diemomd. Nice defenses there by Tay. Diemomd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Tay slips a straight right by Diemomd. Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Diemomd throws a looping overhand right but Tay ducks down to avoid it. Tay ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Diemomd avoids the head kick by Tay.
Diemomd thows a left - swing and a miss! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Diemomd dips down and scores with a jab to the body. A slow jab from Diemomd misses its intended target. Diemomd throws a looping overhand right but Tay ducks down to avoid it. Diemomd tries a head kick but it misses.
#T3# Diemomd misses with a straight left. Tay is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Diemomd throws a body shot but no joy. Diemomd misses with a head kick.
Diemomd looks to score with a jab to the body but Tay is just out of range. Diemomd throws a right and a left that both miss. Tay keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Diemomd!
Diemomd moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Diemomd cracks Tay with a right hand to the side of the head. Diemomd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Diemomd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tay moves away. Diemomd thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4# Tay wants to clinch up but Diemomd keeps it at a distance. Tay wants to clinch. Diemomd throws a right and a left that both miss. Tay slips a jab from Diemomd. Diemomd throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Diemomd scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. 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! Diemomd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tay. Tay keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diemomd. Diemomd throws a jab when Tay was well out of range. Diemomd throws out a loose jab but Tay uses good head movement to avoid it. Barry Diemomd is winning the standup battle so far. Tay throws a head kick that misses. Diemomd lands a nice shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Tay takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Diemomd cracks Tay with an open hand slap. Diemomd throws a body shot but no joy. Tay is looking for the big counter here. Diemomd throws a jab when Tay was well out of range. Tay wants to clinch. Tay dodges the punch combination from Diemomd.
Tay ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd tries a head kick but it misses.
Tay tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Diemomd manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Tay takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. A looping hook to the body misses from Diemomd. Tay does a little dance to reset his feet. Tay defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1# Diemomd getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Diemomd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tay throws a counter combo. Diemomd scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Tay uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diemomd. Tay avoids the body shot from Diemomd.
Diemomd throws a big shot that misses. Diemomd swings for the body but Tay moves out of range.
Diemomd throws a lazy right hand but Tay sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tay tries to close the distance and clinch but Diemomd swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Diemomd throws a hook but Tay blocks it. Diemomd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tay.
Tay avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tay lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Tay slips a jab from Diemomd. As Diemomd backs off Tay throws a huge counter combo but Diemomd manages to avoid it all. Tay blocks a jab. Tay thinks about the counter body kick.#T2# Tay slips under a jab from Diemomd. Diemomd throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. And Tay tries to counter it with a takedown but Diemomd pushes his down on his head and steps out. Moy Tay is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Diemomd swings for the body but Tay moves out of range.
Tay takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Diemomd swings for the body but Tay moves out of range.
A punch combination from Diemomd misses. Diemomd ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. Tay saw that one coming. Diemomd loads up on a big right hand but Tay slips the punch. Diemomd fails to land with a series of punches.
Tay defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd throws a head kick but Tay moves out of range.
#T3# Diemomd misses with a looping right. Diemomd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tay. Tay unleashes a big counter combination but Diemomd bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Diemomd throws a body shot but no joy. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. Tay saw that one coming. Tay is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Diemomd misses with a body shot.
Barry Diemomd is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Diemomd throws a body shot but no joy. Diemomd misses with a head kick.
Diemomd swats away the attempt to clinch by Tay. The fighters circling - Diemomd throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Diemomd throws a hook but Tay blocks it.#T4# Diemomd throws a jab but it's blocked by Tay. Diemomd throws a lazy right hand but Tay sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Diemomd throws a sloppy head kick and Tay moves out of range easily. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. Diemomd pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Diemomd throws out a loose jab but Tay uses good head movement to avoid it. Diemomd misses the jab. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tay checks a leg kick. Tay tries to clinch there but Diemomd circles away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Diemomd throws a jab when Tay was well out of range. Diemomd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tay moves away. Moy Tay has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Diemomd misses with a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight! Barry Diemomd showed his dominance in that final round. Well Diemomd 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:25 Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:25 Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Barry Diemomd! A very excited looking Barry Diemomd made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Date: Jun 03, 2019 |
#R1# Diemomd misses with a looping right. Shabalala slips a straight right by Diemomd. Shabalala shoots in looking for a takedown but Diemomd manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Shabalala's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Diemomd leaves Shabalala with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Shabalala darts in looking for a takedown but Diemomd gets double underhooks and turns Shabalala into the cage. Barry Diemomd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raymond Shabalala. Shabalala shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Diemomd as he jumps to the side. Shabalala drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Diemomd looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Diemomd fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Diemomd throws a shot from downtown. Shabalala moves away and avoids it. Shabalala with the counter takedown but Diemomd avoids it easily. A big right from Diemomd misses. Shabalala throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Diemomd's waist but Diemomd gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Shabalala off to one side. Diemomd fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Shabalala defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Shabalala ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. The fighters circling - Diemomd throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Diemomd throws a shot from downtown. Shabalala moves away and avoids it. Diemomd throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Shabalala uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diemomd. Shabalala will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2# Shabalala shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Shabalala looks winded!#T1# Diemomd is looking to improve his position.
Diemomd taking some punishment here, with Shabalala in his half guard. Shabalala throwing shots but Diemomd is blocking nicely. Shabalala is nestled in close to Diemomd, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Diemomd trying to control here.
Diemomd avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shabalala. Shabalala is thwarting Diemomd's attempts to control the position. Diemomd blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shabalala. Diemomd is trying to stand up here but Shabalala is controlling him well. Diemomd wants to get back to full guard. Shabalala thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Diemomd's head. Diemomd throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#T2# Shabalala lands strikes from half guard. Diemomd trying to hold on to Shabalala's head to control him but Shabalala postures up.
Shabalala is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shabalala lands a nice short elbow. Shabalala prevents Diemomd from improving his position.#SUB2# Shabalala is working for a kimura but Diemomd is defending it quite comfortably.
Shabalala missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Shabalala lands with a punch from half guard. Shabalala working the head and body with strikes. #T3# Shabalala slips a nice elbow through Diemomd's hands, connecting with Diemomd's forehead. Diemomd avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shabalala. Diemomd has hold of Shabalala's hands but Shabalala slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Shabalala working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shabalala lands a nice short elbow. Diemomd knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shabalala on the ground. Shabalala is nestled in close to Diemomd, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Diemomd avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shabalala. Diemomd tries to get to full guard but Shabalala has control of the leg. Shabalala lands strikes from half guard. Shabalala is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Diemomd tries to kick Shabalala off but Shabalala keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB# Diemomd actively working from the bottom here. Shabalala scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T4# Shabalala is thwarting Diemomd's attempts to control the position. Shabalala looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Diemomd with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Shabalala is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2# Shabalala seems to be looking for submissions.
Shabalala working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB# Diemomd actively working from the bottom here. Diemomd on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Shabalala lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Shabalala scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#ROC2# Diemomd is rocked! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Raymond Shabalala dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Shabalala changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Diemomd tries to avoid it but Shabalala manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Diemomd to the ground. Diemomd escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Diemomd missing with a left hand there. Shabalala was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Raymond Shabalala is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Diemomd misses with a hook. Shabalala fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd avoids it really well and circles away. Diemomd throws a body punch but Shabalala moves out of range. Shabalala dives in and grabs Diemomd's left leg, looking for a takedown. Diemomd pushes down on Shabalala's head and hops out. Barry Diemomd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raymond Shabalala. Diemomd throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Diemomd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shabalala. Diemomd tests Shabalala's chin there with a solid looking shot. Shabalala ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Diemomd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shabalala slips a jab from Diemomd. Shabalala shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Shabalala tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Diemomd swivels and escapes. Shabalala shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Diemomd as he avoids it easily. Shabalala uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Barry Diemomd is winning the standup battle so far. Shabalala is breathing heavily. Diemomd throws a shot from downtown. Shabalala moves away and avoids it. Shabalala uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diemomd. Diemomd throws a body shot but no joy. #T1# Diemomd tried to score with a low kick but Shabalala checks it. Shabalala defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd throws a half hearted mid kick. Diemomd pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Diemomd lands a really nice looking cross but Shabalala seems unphased.
Shabalala will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Diemomd displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Shabalala. Shabalala keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diemomd. Barry Diemomd is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Diemomd throws a hook to the side of Shabalala's head but Shabalala sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Nice defenses there by Shabalala. A jab from Diemomd misses. Diemomd throws a hook but Shabalala blocks it. Shabalala is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Diemomd throws a nice outside leg kick. Diemomd misses with a looping right. Shabalala steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Diemomd throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Shabalala sees it coming and avoids it easily. Shabalala shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd shows good takedown defense. Diemomd takes a swing at Shabalala's ribcage but misses. Shabalala moves away from the strike by Diemomd. Shabalala is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2# Diemomd throws out a loose jab but Shabalala uses good head movement to avoid it. Diemomd looks to land a left hand but Shabalala moved out of range nicely. And Shabalala tries to counter it with a takedown but Diemomd pushes his down on his head and steps out. Sloppy strikes from Diemomd. Those never looked like landing. Shabalala is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. A telegraphed right hand from Diemomd misses the target. Diemomd looks to throw the jab but Shabalala is out of range. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Shabalala shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Diemomd pinned against the cage. Diemomd gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. No luck for Shabalala with that takedown attempt. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Shabalala. Shabalala blocks a jab. A slow jab from Diemomd misses its intended target. Diemomd misses with a straight right. Shabalala tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Nice defenses there by Shabalala. Diemomd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shabalala manages to avoid it. Shabalala checks a leg kick. #T3# Shabalala shoots in for a double leg but Diemomd sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Diemomd stuffs the takedown. A quick step to the side and Diemomd tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Shabalala uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diemomd. Diemomd swings away with a leg kick that misses. Shabalala ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Shabalala tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Diemomd misses with a looping right. Shabalala shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd shows good takedown defense. Shabalala slips under a jab. Shabalala steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Shabalala slips under a jab. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. Shabalala staying out of range there. Shabalala drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Diemomd defends it well. Shabalala ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Shabalala displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diemomd throws out the jab. No luck with that takedown attempt from Shabalala. Shabalala moves out of range of the strikes. Shabalala shoots for a double leg takedown but Diemomd sprawls well. He's pushed Shabalala's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Diemomd looks to score with a jab to the body but Shabalala is just out of range. Shabalala slips under a jab from Diemomd.#T4# A jab from Diemomd misses. Shabalala feints the counter takedown. Diemomd throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Shabalala on the side of the head. Diemomd throws a jab when Shabalala was well out of range. Diemomd thows a left - swing and a miss! Diemomd throws a shot from downtown. Shabalala moves away and avoids it. Shabalala shoots for a takedown but Diemomd saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Diemomd throws a hook but Shabalala avoids it easily. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Shabalala displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Diemomd throws out the jab. Shabalala shoots in looking for a takedown but Diemomd manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Shabalala's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Shabalala has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Shabalala there as he acknowledges the shot. Diemomd throws a hook but Shabalala blocks it. Diemomd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shabalala. Diemomd misses with a two punch combination.
A big right from Diemomd misses. Shabalala moves out of range of the strikes. Shabalala shoots in looking for a takedown. Diemomd tries to sprawl out of it but Shabalala keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Diemomd manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Shabalala slips under a jab. Shabalala feints the counter takedown. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Diemomd dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Shabalala moves away from the strike by Diemomd. Diemomd throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Shabalala sees it coming and avoids it easily. Shabalala closes the distance and clinches up with Diemomd, looking for a takedown. Shabalala pushes Diemomd against the cage but Diemomd circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Diemomd pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Shabalala defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shabalala feints the counter takedown. Some bone on bone action there as Shabalala checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Shabalala defending well as Diemomd loads up on a big left hand. Diemomd misses the jab. Shabalala steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Shabalala shoots in but Diemomd avoids the takedown attempt easily. A big left from Diemomd misses. Shabalala is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diemomd sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Barry Diemomd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raymond Shabalala. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diemomd throws a series of punches but Shabalala avoids them all with ease. Diemomd misses the jab. Diemomd pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Diemomd throws a hook but Shabalala blocks it. Shabalala takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Diemomd connects with a looping right hand.
Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1# Diemomd leaves Shabalala with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. A telegraphed right hand from Diemomd misses the target. Diemomd throws a right hand that Shabalala ducks under and follows up with a left that Shabalala also avoids with ease. Shabalala shoots in for a takedown but Diemomd shows good takedown defense. Shabalala moves out of range of the strikes. Diemomd throws a body punch but Shabalala moves out of range. Shabalala drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Diemomd defends it well. Diemomd tries a low kick but Shabalala avoids it. Shabalala fails with a takedown attempt. Diemomd throws a hook to the side of Shabalala's head but Shabalala sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Shabalala ducks under a wild hook from Diemomd. Diemomd misses with a hook. Diemomd misses with an uppercut. Shabalala saw that one coming. Shabalala changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Diemomd throws a hook to the side of Shabalala's head but Shabalala sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Diemomd throws a hook but Shabalala blocks it. Shabalala drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Diemomd defends it well. Diemomd throws a hook but Shabalala blocks it. Shabalala tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Diemomd swivels and escapes.#T2# Horrible takedown attempt by Shabalala or perhaps it was just good defense by Diemomd, which made it look bad. Shabalala has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Diemomd misses with a looping left. Shabalala misses with a takedown attempt - Diemomd sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Shabalala moves away from the strike by Diemomd. Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Shabalala tries for a takedown but Diemomd sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Diemomd appears to be looking for a big counter. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Diemomd lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Shabalala has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Shabalala and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. A big left from Diemomd misses. Shabalala moves out of range of the strikes. Shabalala fails with a takedown attempt. Diemomd looks to land a right hand but Shabalala moved out of range. Diemomd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shabalala can do to turn this around? Nice defenses there by Shabalala. Shabalala shoots for a double leg takedown but Diemomd sprawls well. He's pushed Shabalala's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Diemomd lands with an uppercut that bounces Shabalala off the cage and back into range. Diemomd missing with a left hand there. Shabalala was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3# Diemomd throws a lazy right hand but Shabalala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Shabalala misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Shabalala moves out of range of the strikes. Diemomd throws an overhand right that lands on Shabalala's shoulder, as Shabalala tries to avoid the shot. Shabalala shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Diemomd defends it nicely. Shabalala fails with a takedown attempt. Diemomd misses the shot to the body. Diemomd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shabalala dives in and grabs Diemomd's left leg, looking for a takedown. Diemomd pushes down on Shabalala's head and hops out. Diemomd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Shabalala circles away quickly and effectively. Diemomd misses with a looping left. Diemomd misses with a looping right. Diemomd looks to score with a jab to the body but Shabalala is just out of range. Diemomd misses the shot to the body. #T4# Shabalala shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Diemomd sprawls well. Diemomd wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Shabalala gets slowly back to his feet. Diemomd misses with a hook. Diemomd throws a shot from downtown. Shabalala moves away and avoids it. Diemomd looks to throw the jab but Shabalala is out of range. Shabalala uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diemomd. Shabalala shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Diemomd but Diemomd pushes him off and we're back to square one. It looked like Diemomd wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. A telegraphed right hand from Diemomd misses the target. Shabalala shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Diemomd but Diemomd pushes him off and we're back to square one. The fighters circling - Diemomd throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Horrible takedown attempt by Shabalala or perhaps it was just good defense by Diemomd, which made it look bad. An attempted straight right counter from Diemomd misses the target. Diemomd throws a lazy right hand but Shabalala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Diemomd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Diemomd throws a body shot but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight! Barry Diemomd showed his dominance in that final round. I think Diemomd 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:26 Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 29:26 Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Barry Diemomd! Our winner, Barry Diemomd, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2019 |
#R1# Diemomd jabbing away but nothing is landing. Owens blocks a jab. Diemomd swings for the body but Owens moves out of range.
Owens slips a jab from Diemomd. Owens fails with a takedown attempt. Diemomd wants to slow Owens down by chopping away at his legs. #TD2# Owens shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Diemomd's guard. Owens content to stall in guard here. Diemomd knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Owens on the ground. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. It looks like Owens might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Diemomd working a defensive guard here.
#T1# Owens's corner is telling him to maintain position. Diemomd on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Diemomd tries to get out of the position. Diemomd utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Owens scoring with punches to the head and body. Owens showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Owens passes Diemomd's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Diemomd is trying to control but can't.
Diemomd tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. Diemomd tries to roll over but Owens keeps him under control. Owens not doing much here.
#SUB2# Owens is looking for a kimura here.
#T2# Diemomd is trying to control but Owens passes into side control!
#SUB2# Owens is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Diemomd has escaped the position, nice work there. Owens content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#SUB2# Owens is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Diemomd knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3##SUB2# Owens wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Diemomd, who protects the arm well. Owens lands some shots froms side control. Diemomd wants to control but Owens postures up. Owens is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Diemomd will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Diemomd wants to get back to his feet but Owens is dominant here and he's now got Diemomd's back!#T4# Owens has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Diemomd's body.
Owens is continuing to stall. Diemomd is really stuck here.
#SUB2# Owens has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Diemomd! Can he survive? No! He's out! Owens gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kolbee Owens!
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