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Event:
GC 401
Date: Oct 23, 2021 |
#R1# Stark throws a body punch but Molloway moves out of range. Molloway tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Stark manages to circle out of the way. Brandon Stark seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Molloway wants to clinch. Stark is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Molloway. Molloway changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Molloway avoids the body shot from Stark.
Molloway wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Stark takes a swing at Molloway's ribcage but misses. Stark lands a really nice looking cross but Molloway seems unphased.
Stark keeps the fight on the outside. Stark works the jab nicely. Stark steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Molloway. Stark blocks a leg kick. Molloway misses with a looping left. Stark scores with a body shot.
Stark is looking to score with low kicks. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Stark takes a swing at Molloway's ribcage but misses. #TD2# Molloway tries to sprawl but Stark drives through with a takedown into half guard. Stark seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Molloway does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1# Molloway is pressing down on Stark's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Stark is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Molloway looking to hit a scissor sweep but Stark is one step ahead there. Stark stands and throws Molloway's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2# Stark tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Stark has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2# Stark looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Stark looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2##SUB2# Stark is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Molloway knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Molloway tries to bench press Stark off him but Stark keeps the position. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Molloway is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2# Stark is trying to get an arm triangle but Molloway is defending well. Molloway manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3# Molloway trying to control the action but Stark is working from the bottom. Stark gets full guard. Molloway in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Molloway looking to sit in guard and control but Stark gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Molloway trying to keep a closed guard but Stark is proving a slippery customer.
Stark trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Stark is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB# Molloway escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stark gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4# Stark trying to control but Molloway is working from the bottom. Molloway looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Stark stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Molloway swivels though and keeps the full guard. Molloway is trying to keep Stark in close.
We've been hearing good reports from Molloway's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB# Molloway isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Stark stacks Molloway on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Stark!#SUB2# Stark working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Stark works to advance to full mount. Molloway defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Stark dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2# Stark throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Stark scores with a hook to the body. Molloway takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Stark has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Molloway tries to clinch and Stark counters with a lovely shot to the body. Stark is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Molloway rather than just go for the knockout. Stark tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Molloway was well out of range. Poor timing from Stark. Molloway wants to clinch.#TD2# Molloway tries to sprawl but Stark drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2# Stark seems to be working for a kimura but Molloway defends the submission attempt.#SUB2# Stark is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Molloway defends it well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway trying to control but Stark postures up.
#T1##SUB2# Molloway is defending against the submission attempts here by Stark.
#SUB2# Stark is trying to work for a kimura but Molloway is defending well.
#SUB# Molloway is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stark pulls his head out easily. #SUB2# Stark is looking for a kimura but Molloway is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Stark to get the leverage. #SUB# Molloway looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2# Stark seems to be looking for submissions.
#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. The fighters are battling for position here. Molloway manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Stark wants to control from the top but Molloway keeps moving. Molloway can't keep his opponent in guard - Stark advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Molloway trying to control here.
Stark tries to pass to full mount but Molloway defends it. Molloway gets full guard.#SUB# Molloway throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Stark trying to control but Molloway is working from the bottom. #T3# Stark pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Molloway is keeping the position for now. Stark wants to control from the top but Molloway keeps moving. Molloway wants to sweep here but Stark controlling him for the moment. Molloway keeping moving, preventing Stark from controlling successfully. #SUB# Molloway escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stark gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Stark trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Stark pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Molloway is keeping the position for now. Molloway is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB# Stark got a little sloppy there for a moment and Molloway has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stark has managed to get both his arms back between Molloway's legs - danger averted. Stark looking to pass the guard. Brandon Stark has got the better of the ground game so far. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Molloway is trying to control the position but Stark postures up. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Molloway doesn't manage to clinch there - Stark circles away.
#TD2# Stark shoots in and gets a takedown into Molloway's guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Stark showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up but Stark swats him away and circles back towards the center. Stark swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stark throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Molloway. Stark lands a body shot.
#CL# Molloway moves into range and clinches up with Stark.#TD2# Molloway is fighting off a takedown attempt but Stark is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Molloway to the mat. Molloway regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB# Molloway is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stark is aware though and is defending well. Stark sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Molloway's guard. Stark controlling the pace. #SUB2# Stark seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Molloway is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Brandon Stark! After winning the bout, Brandon Stark thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
ALPHA-1: Interlude
Date: May 02, 2021 |
#R1# Molloway avoids the head kick by Von Mises.
Von Mises keeps the fight on the outside. Hax Molloway seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Von Mises. #SUB2# Von Mises wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Molloway, who protects the arm well. Von Mises content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB2# Von Mises looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway is trying to control Von Mises's posture but Von Mises avoids it. #SUB2# Von Mises swings around for an armbar but Molloway sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Von Mises's guard. Molloway passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1# Molloway misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Molloway wants to control but Von Mises is keeping him busy. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. A lull in the action here. Molloway wants to lay and pray for a moment but Von Mises keeps working. #SUB# Molloway thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Molloway is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Von Mises has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Von Mises is looking to regain half guard here but Molloway keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB# Molloway is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Von Mises knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Molloway has control of an arm but Von Mises manages to advance to Molloway's back! Molloway is in bad spot here.
Von Mises is not going to allow Molloway to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2# Von Mises working for the choke. #SUB2# Von Mises has the hooks in. Molloway is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Von Mises passes his arm under Molloway's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Molloway taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ludwig Von Mises! Ludwig Von Mises very nearly forgot to thank Urban Fighter amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
SMASH: Knox vs Steelers 2
Date: Mar 27, 2021 |
#R1# Molloway throws a leg kick but Barnes moved away. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Molloway has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat. Barnes thuds a left hand into Molloway's body.#CL# Barnes gets in close and instigates a clinch. Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Barnes is defending well for now. Molloway has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Barnes avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but Barnes blocks with his arms.
Molloway with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Barnes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Barnes blocks it with crossed arms. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Molloway tries to stall but Barnes uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Barnes 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. Barnes scores with a nice hook to the head. Molloway misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Barnes.
#T1# Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Barnes is defending well for now. Barnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Molloway. #BC# Barnes breaks from the clinch.
Molloway is looking to clinch but Barnes is avoiding it.
#CL# Molloway tries to keep at a distance but Barnes has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC# Barnes breaks from the clinch.
Molloway is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Barnes pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL# Barnes gets a clinch. A body shot lands from Barnes.
Barnes misses with a hook from the clinch. Molloway tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC# Barnes manages to break the clinch.
Barnes connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL# Barnes closes the distance and pushes Molloway back into the cage. Molloway is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Barnes to keep the fight standing. Andrew Barnes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hax Molloway.#T2##BC# Barnes pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Molloway darts in and clinches Barnes up against the cage. Molloway with a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Barnes blocks an elbow strike.#TD2# Molloway jumps guard and drags Barnes to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Barnes is stalling in the full guard. Molloway keeping moving, preventing Barnes from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Molloway looking for subs off his back but Barnes has passed one foot through into half guard.
Barnes prevents Molloway from improving his position.#T3# Barnes scoring with strikes to the body and head. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Molloway blocking the ground and pound attempt from Barnes. Barnes is figuring out what he wants to do next. Molloway wants to control but Barnes is keeping busy and won't allow it. Molloway is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Barnes is staying active. Barnes controlling the action here. Barnes seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Molloway does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Molloway is trying to control but can't.
Molloway gets back to full guard.
Barnes slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Barnes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2# Barnes has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Molloway to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Barnes is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Molloway pulls down on the head and he's put Barnes to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
SMASH: Molloway Tripp
Date: Feb 13, 2021 |
#R1# Molloway on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Molloway fails in his attempt to clinch. Molloway throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Molloway moves to clinch but Tripp breaks away and Tripp counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Molloway wants to clinch. Tripp tries to land a front kick but Molloway steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tripp connects with an inside leg kick. Molloway 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. Molloway tries to clinch but fails miserably and Tripp finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Tripp scores with a push kick. Tripp misses with a head kick.
Molloway fails in his attempt to clinch. Molloway backing away here, and Tripp unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#TD# Molloway shoots in and gets a takedown into Tripp's guard. Tripp scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tripp throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #T1# Tripp throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
An inside leg kick lands from Tripp. Molloway tries to clinch up. Tripp misses with a kick to the body.
Tripp throws out a loose jab but Molloway uses good head movement to avoid it. Molloway seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Molloway misses with a takedown and Tripp counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Molloway doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch but Tripp swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Molloway ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tripp moves away. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tripp. Tripp keeps Molloway at a distance using the push kick. Molloway moves in looking to clinch but Tripp pushes him off. A little jabbing left from Tripp on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Molloway looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Molloway tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tripp sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Molloway somewhat. Tripp steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Tripp throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Molloway stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2# Molloway tries to clinch and Tripp counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A slow jab from Tripp misses its intended target. Molloway bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. CJ Tripp is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Molloway moves out of range of the body kick. Molloway seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Molloway is looking to clinch but Tripp is avoiding it.
Molloway checks a leg kick. A bone on bone clash there as Molloway blocks the leg kick.
Molloway walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tripp. Molloway throws a jab when Tripp was well out of range. Tripp jabs at Molloway's body. Tripp misses with a wild body shot. Tripp jabs Molloway to the body, keeping him at a distance. Molloway throws a head kick but Tripp moves out of range.
Tripp doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Tripp is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Molloway. Tripp misses with a kick to the body.
#T3# Tripp takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Molloway gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tripp. Molloway looks to score with a jab to the body but Tripp is just out of range. Tripp shapes to counter with a head kick. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Molloway crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Tripp - the referee stops the clock and Molloway gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Tripp. Molloway manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Molloway misses with a looping left. Tripp keeps Molloway at a distance using the push kick. Molloway will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Molloway is breathing heavily. Tripp scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Molloway takes one on the button. Molloway on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#ROC2#Molloway is rocked! Tripp lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Molloway is looking to close the distance but Tripp sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Molloway crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Molloway is OK because that was naaaaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). CJ Tripp! During a confident post fight interview, CJ Tripp thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SMASH: Gustafsson vs Saunders
Date: Jan 02, 2021 |
#R1# Felix tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Molloway swivels and escapes. Felix swats away the attempt to clinch by Molloway. Felix swings for the body but Molloway moves out of range.
Molloway tries to clinch but Felix is having none of it. Molloway tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD# and Felix counters with a single leg into guard. Molloway didn't expect that. Felix tries to free his leg and advance position but Molloway is retaining full guard. Molloway is trying to keep Felix in close.
Felix might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Felix controls the pace. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Felix trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Molloway managing to control the position. Molloway looking to control.
#T1# Our spies down at at The Scrap Squad inform us that Molloway has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. A clash of legs there as Felix blocks the low kick. Molloway misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD# and Felix counters with a shoot takedown. Molloway fights it but they end up in guard. Molloway pushes Felix off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. Felix lands a jab to the nose. Felix shoots in for a takedown but Molloway shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Felix throws a big shot that misses. Felix looks for a takedown but Molloway sprawls well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tevin Felix. That's going to take a lot out of him. Molloway throws a low kick, looking for Felix's leg but Felix calmly moves out of range. #TD# Felix gets the takedown into side control. #T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Molloway sneaks back into half guard. Felix trying to control from half guard but Molloway is working away. #SUB# Felix is working for a submission of some sort.
Felix stops Molloway from getting back to his feet.
Molloway is trying to maintain the position but Felix is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB# Felix is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB# Felix is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Molloway doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Felix. #T3# Felix is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Felix is looking to take a break and control but Molloway is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Molloway won't allow Felix to pass to mount. Molloway is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Molloway moves into full guard.
Molloway controls Felix momentarily but Felix frees himself. Felix tries to free his leg and advance position but Molloway is retaining full guard. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Felix is working hard here to advance position. Molloway lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB# Felix had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Molloway defends it easily.#SUB# Felix working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Molloway doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Molloway manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Felix working for a triangle but Molloway defends it easily.
Felix seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. Molloway wants to control from the top but Felix keeps moving. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Tevin Felix will probably get the nod. That's time! Felix's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Felix darts in looking for a takedown but Molloway gets double underhooks and turns Felix into the cage. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Molloway landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Molloway misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Felix.
Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but Felix blocks with his arms.
#TD# Felix pulls guard successfully.
Felix keeping moving, preventing Molloway from controlling successfully. #SUB# Felix is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Molloway is aware though and is defending well. Molloway pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Felix is keeping the position for now. Molloway wants to control from the top but Felix keeps moving. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway looking to pass the guard. #SUB# Felix is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1##SUB# Felix has his foot on Molloway's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Molloway works his way back into a safe position though. Molloway trying to control but Felix is working from the bottom. Molloway is stalling in the full guard. Molloway is looking to pass into half guard but Felix pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Felix is in guard.#REVR# Molloway trying to control the position.
Felix content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2# Molloway is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Felix trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Molloway had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Felix defends it easily.#SUB# Felix drops back, looking for a kneebar! Molloway looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Molloway looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Molloway! #REVB# Felix can't do much from the bottom here. #T3# Felix is looking for a sweep.#SUB2# Molloway is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Felix is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Molloway wants to control but Felix is keeping him busy. Molloway tries to move into full mount but can't pass Felix's legs. Felix is trying to improve his position. Molloway wants to stand but Felix is controlling his arm.#T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Felix tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2# Molloway looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Felix is trying to control Molloway's posture but Molloway avoids it. Felix is looking to regain half guard here but Molloway keeps moving and retains side control. Felix prevents Molloway from moving into mount. Felix is trying to improve his position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Molloway wants to lay and pray for a moment but Felix keeps working. #SUB2# Molloway tries for a kimura but Felix is defending well. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hax Molloway 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# Felix fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Felix shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Molloway as he jumps to the side. #TD# Felix drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2# Molloway has his foot on Felix's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Felix works his way back into a safe position though. Molloway is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB# Felix drops back looking for a leg! Molloway is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Molloway manages to kick Felix off! Felix jumps back into Molloway's guard. Molloway is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Felix is controlling him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Felix content to stall in guard here. #T1# Felix landing some decent shots from guard. Felix stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Molloway swivels though and keeps the full guard. Felix wants to control from the top but Molloway keeps moving. Molloway is trying to keep Felix in close.
Felix trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Felix slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Molloway looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Felix is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Molloway tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Felix manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Felix misses with a takedown attempt - Molloway sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tevin Felix. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Molloway drives through and clinches with Felix against the cage.
Molloway using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Felix has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#TD# Felix wants the takedown. Molloway is fighting it off but Felix persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Molloway's guard against the cage.#SUB2# Molloway throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Felix sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Molloway's guard. #SUB# Felix is looking for a kimura but Molloway is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Felix to get the leverage. Molloway is looking for a sweep. Felix is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3# Molloway is trying to stand back up but Felix is controlling him
Molloway trying to control here.
Felix lands strikes from half guard. Nice strikes from Felix there. Felix landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB# Felix is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Molloway defends it well. Molloway pushes Felix off looking to stand but Felix dives back in and keeps control.
Molloway is looking to improve his position.
#SUB# Felix is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Molloway is just riding it out for now. Felix eventually gives up the hold. #T4# Molloway regains full guard. Nicely done. Felix trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Molloway wants to sweep but no luck. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Molloway keeping moving, preventing Felix from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Molloway looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Felix trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight! Tevin Felix showed his dominance in that final round. I think Felix 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 Luis Engracia scores the fight 29:28 Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:28 Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tevin Felix! Our winner, Tevin Felix, 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 60: Pinales vs Chan
Date: Oct 24, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Molloway shoots in and drives through. Berwick sprawls well. Berwick throws a counter combo. Molloway tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Berwick counters with a nice uppercut. Berwick circles away from the clinch attempt and Berwick counters with a nice uppercut. Molloway lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Molloway misses with a combination
and Berwick cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Molloway tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Berwick counters with a low kick, right behind Molloway 's knee. #T1# Molloway tries to clinch up. Berwick was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Molloway looks to score with a jab to the body but Berwick is just out of range. Berwick is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Molloway with a body shot. Molloway tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Berwick swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Molloway doesn't manage to clinch there - Berwick circles away.
Berwick appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Berwick gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Molloway swings away with a leg kick that misses. Berwick avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Berwick unleashes a big counter combination but Molloway bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Molloway scores with a nice head shot. Berwick moves out of range of the leg kick from Molloway. Berwick is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Molloway with a body shot. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Berwick has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat. A big right from Molloway misses. Molloway throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2# Molloway wants to clinch. Berwick is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Molloway fails with an attempt to clinch.
Despite the aggression on Berwick's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Molloway throws a solid leg kick but Berwick takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Molloway.#CL# Molloway moves into range and clinches up with Berwick. Berwick has Molloway pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Molloway manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Molloway misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Berwick.
Berwick blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD2# Berwick is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Molloway can't fight it off and eventually Berwick manages to take the fight to the floor. Molloway looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Berwick working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T3# Berwick scoring with some ground and pound. Berwick working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Molloway's head. Berwick trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Berwick with a nice head shot there. Berwick must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB# Molloway pushes a forearm under Berwick's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Berwick is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 44
Date: Sep 30, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Molloway tries to clinch up. Chomsli looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD2# Chomsli closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Molloway is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Scrap Squad, so we'll see if he gets out of it. Chomsli trying to control the pace. Molloway trying to hold on to Chomsli's head to control him but Chomsli postures up.
Molloway is looking to improve his position.
Chomsli is looking to advance position but Molloway won't allow it. Chomsli is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Molloway reverses the position - he's now on top in Chomsli's guard. Chomsli looking for a sweep. Not yet Chomsli, not yet. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chomsli not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB# Molloway drops back looking for a leg! Chomsli is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Chomsli manages to kick Molloway off! Molloway jumps back into Chomsli's guard. #T1# There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chomsli is on top in guard.
#REVB# Molloway is trying to control the position but Chomsli postures up. #SUB# Molloway working for a triangle but Chomsli defends it easily.
Molloway keeping moving, preventing Chomsli from controlling successfully. Chomsli slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Chomsli trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2# Molloway wants to sweep here but Chomsli controlling him for the moment. Chomsli landing some decent shots from guard. Chomsli seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. Chomsli landing with the ground and pound. Chomsli postures up and lands a big shot to Molloway's brow. Molloway is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Chomsli trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Molloway holds on and takes a little breather. #T3# Molloway'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. Chomsli chips away with some ground and pound. Chomsli scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB# Chomsli content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Molloway has locked up a guillotine! Molloway's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Chomsli is holding on here and Molloway must be using up a lot of energy. Chomsli has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Molloway gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Hax Molloway! After the fight, Hax Molloway was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
RRFC 55: Shabazz vs Korsemann
Date: Sep 12, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Queef throws a low kick, looking for Molloway's leg but Molloway calmly moves out of range. Molloway looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2# Queef drives through and clinches with Molloway against the cage.
Queef managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Queef has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat. Queef is trying to push Molloway away but Molloway has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2# Queef breaks the clinch.
#TD2# Queef darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Queef throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Queef looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Molloway with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Queef lands with a punch from half guard. Molloway tries to roll over but Queef keeps him under control. Queef scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Queef 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 fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Queef working over Molloway with some ground and pound. Molloway looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Molloway trying to hold on to Queef's head to control him but Queef postures up.
Queef seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T1# Molloway is positioning himself well to prevent Queef advancing to mount. Queef lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Molloway! More strikes land and this one is all over! Queef jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chief Queef! Chief Queef 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 52: O'Neil vs Brooks
Date: Aug 22, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL# Molloway clinches up against the cage. Molloway has Zapata pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Zapata manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Molloway prevents Zapata from breaking the clinch. Molloway changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Zapata fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Chief Zapata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Zapata keeps the fight on the outside.#TD2# Zapata drives through with a takedown into Molloway's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Zapata is working Molloway over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB# Molloway is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Zapata rolls with it to try and escape but Molloway cranks on the arm and Zapata is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
RRFC 48: Gunn vs Mitchell
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Anthony throws a lazy right hand but Molloway sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. A nice inside leg kick there by Anthony. That's going to slow Molloway down. Molloway tries to clinch there but Anthony circles away.
Anthony misses with a jab, cross combination.
Anthony throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Molloway tries to clinch but Anthony moves out of range. Molloway throws a body punch but Anthony moves out of range. Molloway bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Anthony sets himself, and Molloway steps forward looking for the clinch! Anthony avoids it this time. Molloway tries to clinch but Anthony moves out of range. #CL# Anthony gets a clinch. Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Molloway blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Molloway using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Anthony has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Molloway trying to land knees to the body.
#BC# Anthony escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Anthony throws a leg kick but Molloway moved away. Hax Molloway seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Molloway tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Anthony manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Molloway displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Anthony throws out the jab. #CL# Anthony moves into range and clinches up with Molloway.#T1# Molloway with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Anthony is defending well for now. Molloway prevents a body shot from Anthony. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Anthony. Anthony goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Molloway missing with knees to the body.
Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but Anthony blocks with his arms.
Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Anthony lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Molloway backwards. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Anthony blocks it with crossed arms. Molloway is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Anthony gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Molloway blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Anthony. #TD2# Molloway has picked Anthony up - he's going for a ride! Molloway dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2# Molloway is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Anthony wants to get back to full guard.#T2# Anthony works his way to full guard. Good work. Molloway trying to control the position from guard on top but Anthony is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Molloway's corner is telling him to maintain position. Molloway trying to control but Anthony is working from the bottom. Molloway tries to free his leg and advance position but Anthony is retaining full guard. #SUB2# Molloway thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Molloway passes into half guard. #SUB2# Molloway is trying to work for a kimura but Anthony is defending well.
#T3# Anthony gets back to full guard.
Molloway is looking to pass into half guard but Anthony pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Anthony is in guard.#REVR# Molloway manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Anthony manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# There's a bit of a scramble here and now Anthony is on top in guard.
#REVR# Molloway bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Anthony's guard. #REVB# Anthony trying to control the position here. Anthony is trying to hold Molloway in close to prevent damage but Molloway has managed to pass into half guard.
#T4# Anthony controlling the position for now. Anthony wants to improve his position but Molloway is controlling well.
Molloway is looking to advance position but Anthony won't allow it. Anthony tries to roll over but Molloway keeps him under control. Anthony is staying active underneath Molloway, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2# Molloway is looking for a kimura but Anthony is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Molloway to get the leverage. Molloway works his way into side control. Molloway wants to lay and pray for a moment but Anthony keeps working. 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 Marc Anthony will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Anthony misses with a looping right. Molloway scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Anthony doesn't seem bothered though. We've been told by Anthony's head coaches at Genesis that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Molloway shoots in looking for a takedown. Anthony tries to sprawl out of it but Molloway keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Anthony manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Anthony misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Molloway throws out a leg kick but Anthony moves out of range and Molloway only half commits. #CL2# Molloway pushes Anthony up against the cage in a clinch. Molloway lands a knee to the body.
Anthony is trying to break the clinch but Molloway is controlling him. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Anthony. Anthony prevents the takedown attempt.
Anthony swings wildly with an uppercut but Molloway uses good head movement to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Molloway is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Anthony looking to stall.
Anthony misses with a punch to the body.
#T1# Molloway throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC# Anthony manages to break the clinch.
Molloway fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anthony manages to avoid it.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Anthony stalling against the cage.
Molloway tries to land knees in the clinch but Anthony avoids the damage to the body. Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Anthony is defending well for now. Anthony scores with an uppercut up the middle. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Molloway as Anthony tries to tie him up. Molloway missing with knees to the body.
Molloway tries a knee to the head but Anthony blocks it.
Anthony misses with a hook to the ribs.
Molloway with a knee to the head.
#T2# Anthony avoiding damage.
Anthony tries to circle away but Molloway has him pinned against the cage. Molloway using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Anthony works on Molloway's body with a couple of short punches. Molloway is breathing heavily. Anthony tries to throw a body punch but Molloway avoids it by throwing Anthony back against the cage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Anthony. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Anthony creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Anthony avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Anthony on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Anthony.
Molloway tries to land knees in the clinch but Anthony avoids the damage to the body. Anthony misses with some punches.
Anthony tries to stall but Molloway uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Molloway is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Marc Anthony has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hax Molloway.#BC# Anthony escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T3# Anthony looks to throw the jab but Molloway is out of range. Anthony looks to land a left hand but Molloway moved out of range nicely. Molloway avoids the body shot from Anthony.
Marc Anthony is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Anthony misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Molloway.
Molloway steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Anthony. Molloway avoids a punch combination nicely.
Molloway takes a swing at Anthony's ribcage but misses. Anthony loads up on a big right hand but Molloway slips the punch. Anthony sets himself, and Molloway steps forward looking for the clinch! Anthony avoids it this time. Anthony lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Molloway backs up against the cage.
Molloway misses with a low kick. Anthony throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Molloway stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Anthony takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Molloway misses with a head kick.
Anthony appears to be looking for a big counter. Anthony tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Molloway was well out of range. Poor timing from Anthony. Molloway tries to clinch but Anthony moves away and Anthony counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Molloway ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Anthony takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4# Molloway staying out of range there. Anthony is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Molloway. Molloway throws a head kick but Anthony moves out of range.
Anthony swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. A jab from Anthony misses. Molloway tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anthony was well out of range. Poor timing from Molloway. Molloway waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Anthony. Anthony looks to throw the jab but Molloway is out of range. Anthony looks to score with a jab to the body but Molloway is just out of range. Molloway throws a solid leg kick but Anthony takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Molloway. Marc Anthony is winning the standup battle so far. The fight stays on the outside here - Molloway looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Molloway tries to clinch up. Anthony slips a jab from Molloway.#CL# Anthony closes the distance and clinches. Molloway tries to land knees in the clinch but Anthony avoids the damage to the body. A head punch blocked on the inside by Molloway. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marc Anthony dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3# Anthony misses the jab. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Anthony 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 Molloway has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Molloway and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Anthony shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Molloway lands a head kick. Anthony smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Molloway is looking to chop away at Anthony's legs. Anthony throws a nice looking combination but Molloway bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL2# Molloway moves into the clinch.#BC# Anthony's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Molloway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Molloway misses with a wild body shot. #CL2# Molloway moves into range and clinches up with Anthony. A nice right hand lands inside from Anthony. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Anthony wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Anthony lands a nice uppercut. Hax Molloway seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Molloway connects with a nasty looking knee right to Anthony's face.
#CUT2#It looks like Marc Anthony has been cut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Anthony is trying to break free. Molloway misses with a knee to the head. Anthony is looking to break free of the clinch but Molloway has double underhooks. #T1# Anthony lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Molloway backwards. #BC# Anthony escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Molloway looks to score with a jab to the body but Anthony is just out of range. Anthony dips down and scores with a jab to the body. A head kick from Molloway lands but Anthony takes it in his stride. Molloway takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Molloway dodges the punch combination from Anthony.
Anthony waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Molloway. Molloway tries to clinch up but Anthony circles away and keeps his distance.#CL# Anthony has Molloway up against the cage in a clinch.
Anthony lands with a left to the head. Molloway tries to stall but Anthony uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Molloway using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A knee to the head by Molloway.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Anthony scores with a hook to the body.#T2# Anthony misses with some punches.
Anthony tries to break the clinch but Molloway is controlling the position. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Molloway obliges. Anthony misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Anthony. Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Anthony scores with a nice hook to the head. Anthony blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Anthony digs a right hand underneath Molloway's ribcage. Molloway let out a lung full of air as it connected. Molloway blocking some punches.
Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Anthony lands a hook that snaps the head of Molloway backwards. Anthony tries to circle away but Molloway has him pinned against the cage. Anthony blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Anthony misses with a punch to the body.
Anthony swings wildly with an uppercut but Molloway uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3# Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Anthony tries to work over Molloway's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC# Anthony breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL# Anthony has managed to clinch.
Anthony blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#BC# Anthony breaks from the clinch.
Anthony misses with a double jab.
Anthony digs a good hook to Molloway's body.
Molloway takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Nice straight punches there by Anthony. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Anthony. Molloway throws a chopping leg kick but Anthony manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#CL# Anthony closes the distance and pushes Molloway back into the cage. Anthony wants to break the clinch but can't.
Anthony tries to break the clinch but Molloway is controlling the position. Anthony lands with a light punch inside. #T4# Anthony taking a breather. Anthony is trying to push Molloway away but Molloway has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Molloway fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Anthony blocks it with crossed arms. A short left from Anthony. Anthony throws a head punch that misses. Molloway putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Anthony in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Anthony lands with a left to the head. Molloway using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Anthony has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Anthony swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Anthony lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Molloway. Anthony scores with a shoulder strike. Anthony tries to circle away but Molloway has him pinned against the cage. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Anthony blocks it with crossed arms. #BC# Anthony breaks from the clinch.
Anthony misses with a jab, cross combination.
Anthony sets himself, and Molloway steps forward looking for the clinch! Anthony avoids it this time. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marc Anthony clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Marc Anthony's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4# Molloway doesn't manage to clinch there - Anthony circles away.
Molloway blocks the body kick.
Anthony throws a hook to the side of Molloway's head but Molloway sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Molloway takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Molloway throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Anthony looks to land a left hand but Molloway moved out of range nicely. You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Molloway got wobbled bad by a big combination! Anthony presses forward with punches and knees until Molloway stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Molloway closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marc Anthony! Marc Anthony retains his welterweight title! |
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Event:
RRFC 45: Bennett vs Haggar III
Date: Jul 04, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Molloway throws a jab but it's blocked by Pinales. Pinales takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Molloway fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Pinales circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2# and Pinales counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB# Molloway has his foot on Pinales's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pinales works his way back into a safe position though. Molloway controls Pinales momentarily but Pinales frees himself. #SUB# Molloway working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pinales doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pinales manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway trying to keep a closed guard but Pinales is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2# Pinales has gone for a leg lock! Molloway slips out almost immediately though and dives into Pinales's guard.#REVR##T1# Molloway wants to control from the top but Pinales keeps moving. #SUB2# Pinales looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Molloway pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pinales is keeping the position for now. #SUB2# Pinales has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Molloway can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Molloway stays in close to Pinales's body and controls the position. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2# Pinales has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Molloway is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Pinales. Molloway trying to control the action but Pinales is working from the bottom. #SU# Molloway decides to stand back up. Molloway thows a leg kick but Pinales checks it #TD2# and Pinales counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Molloway! #ES# Molloway sneaks out the side door and pushes Pinales away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Molloway wants to clinch.#T3# Pinales looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Molloway is fending him off so far but Pinales persists. Nope, Molloway circles away and we're back to standing. Molloway fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Pinales on the side of the head. Pinales shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Molloway but Molloway pushes him off and we're back to square one. Hax Molloway seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Molloway wants to clinch up but Pinales keeps it at a distance. Some bone on bone action there as Pinales checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Molloway misses with a hook from the clinch. Pinales takes a knee right on the jaw!
#CUT#It looks like Javier Pinales has been cut.#T4# Molloway missing with knees to the body.
Molloway misses with a knee to the head. Pinales is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Molloway is defending well. Hax Molloway has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Javier Pinales. Molloway misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pinales is defending well for now. A right hand to the body from Molloway.
Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Pinales blocks an elbow strike. Pinales blocks an uppercut.
Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Pinales avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Pinales changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Molloway fights it off and pushes away nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hax Molloway dominated that round. The cut man is working on Javier Pinales's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Molloway is looking to clinch but Pinales is avoiding it.
Pinales is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Pinales tries to score a power double leg takedown but Molloway sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pinales somewhat. Molloway wants to clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway lets loose with a powerful body kick. Pinales will feel that in the morning.#CL# Molloway takes the fight into the clinch. #T1# Molloway looking to throw knees to the head but Pinales is blocking nicely.
Pinales on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway gets through Pinales's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Molloway tries to land knees in the clinch but Pinales avoids the damage to the body. Molloway using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Molloway tries a knee to the head but Pinales blocks it.
Molloway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Molloway tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pinales avoids it. Pinales avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Molloway landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Molloway missing with knees to the body.
#T2# Molloway misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Molloway lands a good knee to the midsection. Pinales won't want to take too many of those. Molloway with a knee to the head.
Molloway tries a knee to the head but Pinales blocks it.
Molloway using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Pinales blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Molloway lands a knee to the head.
Molloway is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pinales can do to turn this around? Pinales prevents a body shot from Molloway. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pinales blocks it with crossed arms. Our sources have told us that Molloway has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight. Molloway landing knees to the body.
Pinales is breathing heavily. Pinales is working for takedown but Molloway is calmly controlling the position for now. Molloway is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T3# Pinales managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
Molloway tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pinales's elbow. Molloway softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Molloway landing knees to the head.
Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Pinales managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway is defending well against a takedown attempt. Hax Molloway has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Javier Pinales. Molloway tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pinales avoids it. Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#T4# Pinales managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
Pinales wants to take the fight to the mat but Molloway manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Molloway trying to land knees to the body.
Molloway missing with knees to the body.
Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Hax Molloway has scored more points in the clinch so far. Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Molloway with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Pinales wants a takedown.
Pinales is working for takedown but Molloway is calmly controlling the position for now. Pinales has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Molloway is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Molloway landing knees to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Pinales is looking for a takedown. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hax Molloway dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Javier Pinales's cut. That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3# Molloway misses with a head kick.
Molloway takes a swing at Pinales's ribcage but misses. A low kick from Molloway misses #TD2# and Pinales counters with a shoot takedown. Molloway fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB2# Pinales drops back, looking for a kneebar! Molloway looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Molloway looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Molloway! #REVR##SU# Molloway has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. Pinales shoots in for a takedown but Molloway shows good takedown defense. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nice takedown defense from Molloway. No joy for Pinales on that attempt. Molloway tries to clinch up but Pinales circles away and keeps his distance. Molloway misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD2# and Pinales counters with a nice double leg into side control. Molloway won't be happy with that. #T1# Molloway tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2# Pinales is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Molloway knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Hax Molloway overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Molloway is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Pinales off and has taken his back!#SUB# Molloway is looking for a choke. Pinales gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Pinales manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. #SUB2# Pinales thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2# Pinales drops back, looking for a kneebar! Molloway looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Molloway looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Molloway! #REVR##SUB# Molloway swings around for an armbar but Pinales sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Molloway's guard. Hax Molloway is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2##SUB2# Pinales drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Molloway dives on top into guard.#REVR# This has been an exciting period of action! Molloway wants to control from the top but Pinales keeps moving. Molloway passes Pinales's left leg - he's now in half guard. Molloway is looking to take a break and control but Pinales is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2# Pinales looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3# Molloway is controlling the pace.
Molloway wants to advance to full mount but Pinales doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. Molloway would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. Molloway trying to control but Pinales is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Javier Pinales has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2# Pinales working for a triangle but Molloway defends it easily.
#SUB2# Pinales looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Molloway has picked Pinales up and slammed him! Pinales can't keep hold of the triangle and Molloway manages to pass to side control!
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 Hax Molloway. Well Molloway 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:26 Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:26 Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
RRFC 42: The Kings
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL# Molloway closes the distance and pushes Barlow back into the cage. Barlow looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight! Molloway landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Molloway scores a nice knee to the body.
Molloway throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Barlows head. Molloway lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Ken Barlow has been cut. A quick uppercut on the inside from Molloway. Molloway lands a good knee to the midsection. Barlow won't want to take too many of those. Knees to the body from Molloway.
Molloway lands a good knee to the midsection. Barlow won't want to take too many of those. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! With the fighters clinched against the cage, Molloway creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Molloway lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Barlow or not. Molloway lands a left hand that snaps the head of Barlow backwards. Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
#ROC#Barlow is rocked! Molloway is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Barlow is still on wobbly legs! Can Molloway finish him? The two fighters are battling for control here. Barlow trying to break out of Molloway's Thai clinch. Molloway unloads with a massive knee right up the middle that drops Barlow to the canvas! He's out cold! Wow, what a knee by Molloway!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
RRFC 40: Weeks vs Diaz
Date: May 23, 2020 |
#R1##CL2# Molloway darts in and clinches Vidal up against the cage. Vidal has had enough of the clinch but Molloway keeps him there for the moment. Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Vidal prevents the takedown attempt.
Vidal misses with a hook from the clinch. Vidal lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Molloway backwards. Vidal is trying to push Molloway away but Molloway has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Molloway looking to throw knees to the head but Vidal is blocking nicely.
Molloway prevents Vidal from breaking the clinch. Molloway keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Vidal's efforts to push away. Vidal with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Molloway with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Vidal wants to break the clinch but can't.
Molloway unloads a knee to the mid-section. Vidal lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #BC# Vidal breaks from the clinch.
Vidal misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Molloway doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Vidal throws a nice looking combination but Molloway bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1##CL2# Molloway moves into the clinch. Molloway tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Vidal avoids it. Molloway using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Vidal has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Molloway looking to throw knees to the head but Vidal is blocking nicely.
#BC# Vidal escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vidal throws a jab but it's blocked by Molloway. Molloway tries a head kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from Vidal on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Molloway throws a sloppy head kick and Vidal moves out of range easily. Molloway jabbing away but nothing is landing. Vidal moves out of range of the strikes. Vidal was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Molloway just misses with a punch to the body.
Molloway keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Molloway wants to clinch up but Vidal keeps it at a distance.#T2# Vidal bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Molloway's head. Vidal throws a poor cross that misses
#CL2# and Molloway counters by clinching up. Vidal tries to break the clinch but Molloway is controlling the position. Molloway crunches a lovely knee into Vidal's ribcage.#BC# Vidal pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Molloway throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Vidal rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Molloway moves out of range and avoids them all easily. A jab from Molloway misses. Molloway is looking to clinch. #CL2# Molloway drives through and clinches with Vidal against the cage.
Molloway changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vidal fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A head kick misses from Molloway. #T3# Molloway misses with a series of wild punches.
Vidal misses with a looping right. Molloway is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Molloway lands a nice looking body shot.
Molloway keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Molloway tries to clinch but Vidal is having none of it. Vidal swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vidal misses with a few strikes there.
Molloway wants to clinch up but Vidal keeps it at a distance. Vidal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Molloway.
Vidal throws a jab when Molloway was well out of range.#T4# Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch but Vidal swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Molloway tries to clinch but fails miserably letting Vidal counter with a right hand. Molloway misses with a hook. Molloway tries to clinch up. Vidal looks to throw the jab but Molloway is out of range. #CL2# Vidal tries to keep at a distance but Molloway has taken the fight into the clinch. Vidal avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Molloway has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vidal after a bit of a struggle. Jorge Vidal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hax Molloway. Vidal avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Vidal prevents a takedown attempt there.
Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Molloway takes a shot to the head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Hax Molloway will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Molloway throws a lazy body kick and Vidal counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Vidal circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jorge Vidal is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. A big right from Vidal misses. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Molloway. Molloway tries to clinch there but Vidal circles away.
Molloway fails in his attempt to clinch. Vidal lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Molloway circles away quickly and effectively.#CL2# Molloway clinches up with Vidal and pushes him back against the cage. Our sources have told us that Vidal has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Molloway tries a knee to the head but Vidal blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Molloway. Molloway looking to throw knees to the head but Vidal is blocking nicely.
#T1# Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Molloway misses with a knee strike.
A head punch on the inside from Vidal fails to land. Molloway tries to score a body lock takedown but Vidal shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Molloway using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Vidal has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Molloway is breathing heavily. Vidal using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Molloway has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Molloway putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Vidal in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Vidal tries to circle away but Molloway has him pinned against the cage. Knees to the body from Molloway.
Molloway is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Vidal managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
Hax Molloway seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Vidal lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A short uppercut from Vidal. Molloway struggles to land a body shot inside as Vidal controls his hands.
A knee to the head by Molloway.
#T2# 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! Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Vidal with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Knees to the body from Molloway.
Molloway lands a good knee to the midsection. Vidal won't want to take too many of those. Molloway tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Vidal just stands there and leans against the cage. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Vidal blocks it with crossed arms. Vidal tries a knee to the head but Molloway blocks it.
Vidal lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Molloway backwards. Vidal prevents a takedown attempt there.
Jorge Vidal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hax Molloway. Molloway tries for a takedown. No joy.
Molloway creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Molloway with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Molloway being controlled against the cage. Vidal has had enough of the clinch but Molloway keeps him there for the moment.#T3# Molloway landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Vidal blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Vidal can't find room to land a body shot as Molloway controls the action.
Vidal tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Vidal has had enough of the clinch but Molloway keeps him there for the moment. Molloway missing with knees to the body.
Molloway gets through Vidal's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Vidal is pressed up against the cage. Molloway has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vidal down to the mat. Vidal avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Molloway throws a hook but Vidal blocks it. Molloway showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vidal.
Molloway keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL2# Molloway clinches up against the cage.#T4# Vidal misses with a punch on the inside.
Molloway stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Knees to the body from Molloway.
Molloway lands a knee to the body.
Molloway misses with a body punch.
Molloway is trying to drag Vidal to the mat but Vidal just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Molloway is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vidal gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Vidal avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vidal is defending well for now. Molloway misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vidal.
Vidal is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Vidal blocks a body shot from Molloway. A nice right hand lands inside from Vidal. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hax Molloway showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Vidal's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Molloway tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vidal defends well and Molloway ends up having to push Vidal into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Vidal went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Vidal goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Vidal moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Molloway staying out of range there. Molloway moves in looking to clinch but Vidal pushes him off. Vidal throws a big counter combination but Molloway scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Molloway wants to clinch up but Vidal keeps it at a distance. Vidal throws a big counter combination but Molloway scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Molloway scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vidal swats him away and circles back towards the center. The fighters circling - Vidal throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Molloway tries to counter by closing the distance. Molloway wants to clinch.#T1# Molloway bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Molloway throws a body shot but no joy. Vidal throwing a counter right hand but Molloway manages to avoid it. Molloway misses with a body shot.
Molloway throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Vidal throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Molloway misses the body punch and Vidal counters with a straight right hand. Vidal throws a right and a left that Molloway avoids nicely. Hax Molloway is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2##CL2# Molloway forces Vidal back against the cage and clinches. Vidal is trying to break the clinch but Molloway is controlling him. Molloway trying to land knees to the body.
Molloway misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vidal.
Vidal can't break the clinch.
Vidal wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Molloway. A knee to the head by Molloway.
Vidal working hard to break the clinch. Vidal throws a head punch that misses. #T3# Vidal has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. A head punch on the inside from Molloway fails to land. Vidal avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Vidal tries to circle away but Molloway has him pinned against the cage. Vidal can't break the clinch.
#BC# Vidal manages to break the clinch.
Vidal scores with a jab. Molloway acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Jorge Vidal is winning the standup battle so far. A head kick by Molloway misses and Vidal counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC# Molloway is rocked! Molloway just misses with a punch to the body.
Molloway is still on wobbly legs! Can Vidal finish him? Vidal fails to land with a series of punches.
Molloway seems to have recovered his senses.#T4# Molloway ducks under a wild hook from Vidal. Molloway tries to clinch but Vidal moves out of range. An attempted straight right counter from Vidal misses the target. Vidal misses with a jab, cross combination.
Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vidal paws at him with a jab and circles away. Vidal avoids the body shot from Molloway.
Molloway ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vidal moves away. Molloway scores with a three punch combo!
Molloway misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL2# Molloway rushes Vidal and presses him up against the cage. Jorge Vidal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Vidal wants to break the clinch but can't.
And that's the end of the fight! Jorge Vidal showed his dominance in that final round. I think Molloway 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jorge Vidal! Jorge Vidal 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 36: Lban vs Molloway
Date: Apr 25, 2020 |
#R1# Lban moves out of range as Molloway strikes. No luck for Molloway with that takedown attempt. Lban swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2# Molloway instigates a clinch. Lban stalling the fight.
Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Lban misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lban stops a takedown attempt from Molloway.
Molloway drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lban gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Garaile Lban has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hax Molloway. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway wants a takedown.
Molloway misses with a knee to the head. Still in the clinch, Lban scores with a nice short uppercut. Lban misses with a body punch.
#T1# Come on Lban - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Lban tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Lban working aggressively here.
Molloway with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Lban working aggressively here.
#BC# Lban breaks the clinch.
Lban circles away from the clinch attempt.
Molloway misses with a kick to the body.
Molloway is looking to clinch but Lban is avoiding it.
A quick step to the side and Lban tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Lban uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Molloway.
Nice body punch from Lban. Lban misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Molloway.
Lban lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Nice straight punches there by Molloway. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Molloway.#T2# Molloway wants to clinch letting Lban counter with a right hand. Molloway tries to clinch up but Lban circles away and keeps his distance. Lban was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Lban uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Molloway.
Lban misses with a jab to the body
#CL2# and Molloway counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Molloway. 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! Molloway tries to work over Lban's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Molloway lands a knee to the head.
#BC# Lban breaks the clinch.
Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lban swats him away and circles back towards the center. Molloway takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lban paws at him with a jab and circles away. Lban seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL2# Molloway moves into range and clinches up with Lban. Molloway tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lban avoids it.#T3# Lban pushes Molloway back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but Lban blocks with his arms.
Lban struggles to land a body shot inside as Molloway controls his hands.
Molloway misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lban.
Lban doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lban avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Lban tries to work over Molloway's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Lban lands a shot to the body. Molloway has a couple of punches blocked by Lban.
Nice body punch from Lban. Lban blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Molloway looks winded! Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#BC# Lban manages to break the clinch.
Lban misses with a wild body shot. Lban misses with a hook. Molloway ducked under it nicely. #T4# Lban throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Molloway sees it coming and avoids it easily. Lban is looking to wear down Molloway with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Molloway bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Molloway misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lban.
Lban jabbing away but nothing is landing. Lban throws a right and a left that Molloway avoids nicely. Hax Molloway seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Molloway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lban fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Molloway takes a swing at Lban's ribcage but misses. Lban swats away the attempt to clinch by Molloway. Molloway misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Garaile Lban dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2##CL2# Molloway forces Lban back against the cage and clinches. Molloway looking to throw knees to the head but Lban is blocking nicely.
Molloway has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lban avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Molloway has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lban avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Lban just leaning against Molloway, taking a breather. Lban lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Molloway backwards. Lban managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
Lban lands a body shot. Lban lands with a short head shot on the inside. Molloway drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lban gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Garaile Lban has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hax Molloway. Lban lands on the inside with an uppercut. Molloway has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Lban seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Molloway can turn it around. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A short right from Lban on the inside. Molloway unloads a knee to the mid-section. Lban is working Molloway over against the cage. Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#T1##BC# Lban breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Molloway clinches with his opponent.
Nice body punch from Lban - that landed with a thud.
Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Molloway is breathing heavily.#BC# Lban breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lban swats him away and circles back towards the center. Garaile Lban is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Lban scores with a jab. Lban is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Molloway can do to turn this around? Lban throws a body shot but no joy. Molloway takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Molloway misses with a body kick. Lban scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Molloway takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Lban lands a nice looking body shot.
#T2# Molloway avoids the body shot from Lban.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2# Molloway gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Lban scores with an uppercut up the middle. Lban makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#ROC# Molloway is rocked! Lban working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Molloway is still on wobbly legs! Can Lban finish him? Lban lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Molloway to his knees! Lban keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Garaile Lban! Garaile Lban retains his welterweight title! During a confident post fight interview, Garaile Lban thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
RRFC 33:Vidal vs Lban
Date: Mar 28, 2020 |
#R1# Molloway tries to land a leg kick but Henriksen saw it coming and moves away.
Henriksen fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Molloway is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. The fighters circling - Henriksen throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Molloway throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. A head kick misses from Henriksen. Molloway wants to counter the offense by Henriksen and move into the clinch position. Henriksen looks to land a body kick but Molloway moved away. Molloway throws a big counter head kick but Henriksen avoids it with no problem. Henriksen looks to land a body kick but Molloway moved away. Molloway is looking for the big counter here. Henriksen throws a hook to the side of Molloway's head but Molloway sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2# Molloway has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Henriksen is looking to break free of the clinch but Molloway has double underhooks. Henriksen avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Henriksen managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
#TD# Henriksen is trying to trip Molloway. He has hold of a leg but Molloway is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Henriksen persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#T1# Molloway is trying to keep Henriksen in close.
Molloway is controlling Henriksen's posture. Molloway is trying to control the position but Henriksen postures up. #SUB2# Henriksen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Henriksen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Molloway is trying to control the position but Henriksen postures up. #T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Henriksen won't allow Molloway to sweep him here. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Molloway looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Henriksen slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Nice shot lands for Henriksen.#CL2# Molloway moves into the clinch successfully.
Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Henriksen prevents a body shot from Molloway. #T3# Henriksen takes a knee right on the jaw!
Molloway with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Molloway tries to throw a body punch but Henriksen avoids it by throwing Molloway back against the cage. Henriksen drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Molloway gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Molloway misses with a knee to the head. Henriksen wants to take the fight to the mat but Molloway manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Karl Henriksen. That's going to take a lot out of him. Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henriksen is defending well for now. Molloway lands a knee to the body.
Molloway tries a body shot but Henriksen blocks it.
Knees to the body from Molloway.
Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henriksen is defending well for now.#T4# Molloway tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henriksen avoids it. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Henriksen blocks it with crossed arms. #BC# Henriksen breaks from the clinch.
Henriksen throws a sloppy head kick and Molloway moves out of range easily. Molloway is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Molloway 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. Molloway gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Henriksen. Henriksen shoots in for a takedown but Molloway shows good takedown defense. Molloway looks like he wants to counter punch here. Molloway moves out of range of the body kick. Molloway tries to counter by closing the distance.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Henriksen. This has been an exciting period of action! Henriksen is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Molloway struggling a bit here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hax Molloway dominated that round. That's time! Henriksen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Henriksen misses with a hook. Molloway shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Henriksen throws a sloppy head kick and Molloway counters with a straight right hand. Molloway avoids the head kick by Henriksen.
Molloway steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Henriksen. Molloway throws a leg kick that misses. Henriksen throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Molloway's head. Henriksen thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2# Molloway fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Henriksen, pushing him back against the cage. Henriksen managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Henriksen blocks it with crossed arms. Molloway tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henriksen avoids it. Molloway with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Hax Molloway seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Molloway connects with a nasty looking knee right to Henriksen's face.
#T1# Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway trying to land knees to the body.
Molloway tries to land knees in the clinch but Henriksen avoids the damage to the body. Molloway looking to throw knees to the head but Henriksen is blocking nicely.
Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
Henriksen avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Molloway keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Henriksen's efforts to push away. Molloway tries to land knees in the clinch but Henriksen avoids the damage to the body. Molloway with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Molloway misses with a hook to the ribs.
Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
Henriksen changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Molloway fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T2# Henriksen jabbing away but nothing is landing. Molloway tries to counter by closing the distance. Molloway misses with a low kick. Molloway avoids the head kick by Henriksen.
Molloway wants to counter with a clinch but Henriksen pushes him away. Henriksen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Karl Henriksen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Henriksen misses the jab. Henriksen throws a jab but it's blocked by Molloway. Molloway wants to counter the offense by Henriksen and move into the clinch position. Karl Henriksen is winning the standup battle so far. Molloway uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Henriksen. Henriksen shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Molloway as he avoids it easily. Henriksen throws a sloppy head kick and Molloway moves out of range easily. Molloway moves away from the strike by Henriksen. Molloway wants to counter the offense by Henriksen and move into the clinch position. Molloway blocks a head kick by Henriksen.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Molloway moves out of range of the strikes.#T3##TD# Henriksen fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Molloway to the ground. Henriksen is now in Molloway's guard. Henriksen trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Molloway working a defensive guard here.
Henriksen slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Molloway is trying to hold Henriksen in close to prevent damage but Henriksen has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2# Molloway looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Molloway tries to get to full guard but Henriksen has control of the leg. Henriksen seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4# Molloway is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Molloway looking for subs from the bottom but Henriksen mounts him!#ES2# Molloway bucks Henriksen off and manages to get back to his feet! Henriksen misses with the body kick#CL2# and Molloway moves into the clinch. Molloway is defending well against a takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Karl Henriksen. That's going to take a lot out of him. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Henriksen blocks it with crossed arms. This has been an exciting period of action!#BC# Henriksen breaks the clinch.
Henriksen lands with a kick to the ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Hax Molloway will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! Henriksen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Henriksen misses with a straight right. Molloway swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Henriksen throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Molloway's waist but Molloway gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Henriksen off to one side. Molloway ducks under a wild hook from Henriksen. Molloway throws a counter combo. Henriksen throws a looping overhand right but Molloway ducks down to avoid it. Henriksen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick misses from Henriksen. We've been told by Henriksen's head coaches at Five Round Fight Club NY (50 max) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Henriksen throws a head kick that misses #CL2# and Molloway counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Henriksen blocks a body shot from Molloway. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henriksen is defending well for now. Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henriksen is defending well for now. Henriksen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Henriksen blocks it with crossed arms. #T1# Molloway misses with an elbow over the top. Henriksen managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
Molloway tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henriksen avoids it. Molloway lands a nice shot to the body. Molloway misses with a knee to the head. Henriksen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Henriksen is trying to drag Molloway to the mat but Molloway just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Henriksen avoids a wild elbow strike from Molloway. Molloway lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#BC# Henriksen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hax Molloway is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2# Henriksen throws a sloppy head kick and Molloway moves out of range easily. Henriksen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Henriksen throws a half hearted mid kick. Molloway tries to counter by closing the distance. Henriksen cracks Molloway with a good jab. Molloway avoids a kick to the body.
Molloway tries to counter with a clinch but Henriksen shakes him off and moves away.#TD# Henriksen closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Molloway's guard. Both fighters are breathing heavily. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Molloway looking to control.
Our spies down at at Brotherhood MMA (16 ELITE COACHES) inform us that Molloway has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Henriksen is pushing down on Molloway's leg trying to pass to half guard. Molloway is fighting to maintain full guard but Henriksen has managed to sneak the leg through. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Molloway makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Molloway. Henriksen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3# Henriksen forces his way into half guard. Molloway wants to control but Henriksen is keeping busy and won't allow it. Molloway is pressing down on Henriksen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Henriksen postures up.
Molloway is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Molloway wants to sweep here but Henriksen controlling him for the moment. Molloway controls Henriksen momentarily but Henriksen frees himself. Henriksen advances position into side control!#T4# Henriksen is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Molloway's shoulder. That is not cool. Henriksen working away. The referee asks Henriksen politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Henriksen prefers to stall for the moment though. Karl Henriksen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Molloway is looking to clinch but Henriksen is avoiding it.
Henriksen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Molloway flicks out a counter leg kick but Henriksen steps away.
And that's the end of the fight! Karl Henriksen showed his dominance in that final round. I think Molloway 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 29:28 Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 28:29 Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 28
Date: Feb 26, 2020 |
#R1# Poker is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Molloway. Molloway with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL# Molloway takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2# Poker breaks from the clinch.
#CL# Molloway gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Molloway has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Poker avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Molloway lands an elbow inside. Molloway misses with a short punch on the inside. Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Poker wants to break the clinch but can't.
Poker working hard to break the clinch. Poker has had enough of the clinch but Molloway keeps him there for the moment. Molloway drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Molloway misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Poker.
#T1# Molloway lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Poker or not. Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Poker is trying to force a seperation but Molloway has the dominant position. Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#TD# Molloway ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Molloway no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Poker is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Molloway is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB# Molloway is looking to cinch up a triangle. Poker throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Molloway's body to avoid the submission. Molloway has instead reached around Poker's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Molloway arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Hax Molloway! In his post fight interview, Hax Molloway started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 22
Date: Feb 09, 2020 |
#R1# Molloway wants to clinch but Spite slips to the side and Spite counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Molloway uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Spite.
Molloway tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Spite manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Molloway ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spite moves away. Spite misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Molloway.
Spite looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Molloway uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Spite. Molloway moves out of range of the body kick from Spite.
Molloway misses with a low kick. Molloway lands a slapping body shot.
Spite throws a body punch but Molloway moves out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Spite misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Molloway.
Molloway tried to score with a low kick but Spite checks it. Spite misses with a kick to the body.
Spite throws a sloppy head kick and Molloway moves out of range easily. Molloway misses with a low kick.
#T1# Spite with a body punch. A glancing blow. Spite is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Molloway rather than just go for the knockout. A head kick misses from Molloway. Spite now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Molloway ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spite moves away. Spite misses with a jab, cross combination.
Molloway misses with a low kick.
Spite is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Spite swings for the body but Molloway moves out of range.
Spite throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Spite checks a leg kick nicely. Spite lands a glancing blow to the side of Molloway's head. Molloway misses with a low kick as Spite jumps back. Molloway misses with a head kick.
Molloway throws a series of punches but Spite moves out of range. Molloway throws a body punch but Spite moves out of range. No joy there for Molloway, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Spite now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Molloway misses with a wild body shot. #T2# Spite lands with a nice body punch. Hax Molloway seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Molloway changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Spite looks to land a combination but Molloway avoids it well. Molloway swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Molloway ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spite moves away. A shot to the liver by Molloway. Beautiful body shot. Spite pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Molloway swings for the body but Spite moves out of range.
Spite lands with a good body shot. Spite on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Spite misses the shot to the body. Spite throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Molloway lands a nice shot to the body.
Spite misses the shot to the body. #CL# Molloway has Spite up against the cage in a clinch.
#T3##BC2# Spite escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Molloway scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Spite doesn't seem bothered though. Molloway takes a swing at Spite's ribcage but misses. Spite checks the leg kick. Molloway avoids the body shot from Spite.
Molloway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Molloway throws a leg kick but Spite moved away. Molloway ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spite moves away. Spite takes a body punch but keeps moving. Molloway misses with a wild body shot. Spite let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Molloway throws a low kick but it's checked well by Spite. Spite just misses with a punch to the body.
Molloway digs a good body shot into Spite's ribs. Molloway is looking to chop away at Spite's legs. #T4# Molloway defending well as Spite loads up on a big left hand. Molloway was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Molloway throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Sloppy strikes from Molloway. Those never looked like landing. Molloway tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Spite unleashes a big counter combination but Molloway bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. A low kick from Molloway is predictable there and Spite counters with a right hand to the body. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Molloway avoids a punch combination nicely.
Molloway wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Spite misses with a kick to the body.
Spite just misses with a punch to the body.
Molloway throws a leg kick but Spite moved away. Molloway throws a chopping leg kick but Spite manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Spite swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Molloway swings away with a leg kick that misses. Spite misses the shot to the body. 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 Hax Molloway will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Molloway throws a body punch but Spite moves out of range. A looping hook to the body misses from Molloway. Spite does a little dance to reset his feet. Molloway wants to land a leg kick but Spite is out of range. Molloway misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spite.
Spite swings widly with a right hand
and Molloway cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Spite takes a swing at Molloway's ribcage but misses. Molloway throws a low kick but Spite moves out of range easily. Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Spite paws at him with a jab and circles away. Molloway misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spite was well out of range. Poor timing from Molloway. A slow jab from Spite misses its intended target. Molloway tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL# Molloway has closed the distance and engaged Spite in a clinch.
Spite takes a knee right on the jaw!
Molloway is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Spite can do to turn this around?#T1# Spite jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Molloway walks away with a smile on his face. Spite gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Molloway misses with a body shot.
Molloway keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Molloway tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spite was well out of range. Poor timing from Molloway. Molloway digs a good hook to Spite's body.
Molloway misses with a low kick.
Molloway keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Spite throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Molloway. A looping hook to the body misses from Molloway. Spite does a little dance to reset his feet. A nice side step and Spite releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Spite tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. No joy there for Molloway, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Spite avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Spite ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Molloway moves away. Molloway was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Molloway wants to land a leg kick but Spite is out of range. Spite blocks a head kick by Molloway.
#T2##CL# Molloway gets a clinch. Spite can't break the clinch.
Molloway lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#BC2# Spite breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Molloway throws a head kick that misses. Spite looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Spite swings away with a body shot that misses
and Molloway counters with a right hand to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up but Spite swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL# Molloway clinches with his opponent.
Spite is trying to break the clinch but Molloway has him pressed against the cage. Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#BC2# Spite breaks from the clinch.
Hax Molloway is winning the standup battle so far. Molloway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Spite fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Spite defending well as Molloway loads up on a big left hand. Molloway throws a body punch but Spite moves out of range. #T3# Nice defenses there by Molloway. Spite throws the kick towards the body but Molloway avoids it. Molloway tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spite was well out of range. Poor timing from Molloway. A countering left hand to the body from Spite misses. Molloway misses with a body shot.
Spite throws a jab but it's blocked by Molloway. A looping hook to the body misses from Spite. Molloway does a little dance to reset his feet. Molloway lands a nice shot to the body.
Molloway swings for the body but Spite moves out of range.
Spite appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Spite throws a nice looking combination but Molloway bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Spite tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Molloway was well out of range. Poor timing from Spite. Molloway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Molloway blocks a leg kick. Spite checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Molloway takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4# Molloway tries a head kick but it misses.
Spite misses with an uppercut. Spite misses with a body shot.
Molloway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Spite misses with a head kick.
Molloway looks to score with a jab to the body but Spite is just out of range. Spite throws a head kick but Molloway moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Spite. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A head kick misses from Spite. Spite fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Molloway manages to avoid it. Molloway tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Spite manages to circle out of the way. Molloway misses with a wild body shot. Spite swings away with a leg kick that misses. Molloway moves in looking to clinch but Spite pushes him off. Spite avoids the body shot from Molloway.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hax Molloway dominated that second 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Spite avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Spite paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL# Molloway closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Molloway. Molloway with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Molloway misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Molloway misses with a knee to the head. Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Our sources have told us that Molloway has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight. Spite on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Spite doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spite tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Spite struggles to land a body shot inside as Molloway controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Spite lands a body shot in the clinch.
Spite on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#TD2# Spite has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Molloway uses from the top position. Molloway is fighting to break Spite's control of his arms but Spite is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Molloway trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1##SUB2# Spite working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Molloway doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Molloway manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Molloway wants to stand but Spite is controlling his posture from full guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Molloway trying to control but Spite is working from the bottom. Spite is trying to control the position but Molloway postures up. Spite keeping full guard, as Molloway tries to pass. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Spite will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Hax Molloway is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Spite keeping moving, preventing Molloway from controlling successfully. Spite pulls Molloway in close to prevent any damage. Molloway postures up.
Spite controlling the position.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Molloway lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Spite tries a head kick but it misses.
Molloway misses with an uppercut. Spite misses with a wild body shot. Molloway appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Molloway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Molloway looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Spite just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3# Spite keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Spite let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL# Molloway rushes Spite and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Molloway prevents Spite from breaking the clinch. Spite is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Spite taking a breather. Spite wants to get back to striking at distance but Molloway won't allow it.
Spite is trying to pull guard but Molloway turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Molloway has Spite pressed against the cage, preventing Spite from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Spite tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Molloway just stands there and leans against the cage. Hax Molloway has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nicky Spite. Spite is trying to break the clinch but Molloway has him pressed against the cage. Spite is looking to break free of the clinch but Molloway has double underhooks. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Spite is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Molloway to keep the fight standing. Spite has had enough of the clinch but Molloway keeps him there for the moment. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Molloway obliges. Spite avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Spite fails to pull guard.
Spite is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Spite tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Molloway just stands there and leans against the cage. Spite jumps guard but Molloway turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Spite is looking to break free of the clinch but Molloway has double underhooks. Nicky Spite has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Spite tries to pull guard but Molloway holds him up against the cage and eventually Spite drops back down to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight! Hax Molloway showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Molloway, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 19
Date: Jan 19, 2020 |
#R1##TD2# McCrae changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Molloway looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. 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.#SUB2# McCrae swings around for an armbar but Molloway sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into McCrae's guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# McCrae escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Molloway gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2# Molloway got a little sloppy there for a moment and McCrae has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Molloway has managed to get both his arms back between McCrae's legs - danger averted.#SUB2# McCrae looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# McCrae had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Molloway defends it easily.#SUB2# McCrae looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SU# McCrae is working an open guard so Molloway takes the opportunity to get back to his feet. 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! Molloway throws a body shot but no joy. Molloway takes a swing at McCrae's ribcage but misses. Molloway tries to land a leg kick but McCrae saw it coming and moves away.
McCrae fails with a takedown attempt. #T1# Molloway misses with a few strikes there.
Molloway misses with a two punch combination.
Molloway throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A leg kick checked by McCrae. Molloway misses with a low kick. Molloway misses with a body shot.
McCrae tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL# Molloway drives through and clinches with McCrae against the cage.
McCrae takes a knee to the side of the body. Molloway lands a good knee to the midsection. McCrae won't want to take too many of those. Still in the clinch, Molloway scores with a nice short uppercut. Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
#CUT# It looks like Darius McCrae has been cut. Molloway gets underhooks to prevent McCrae's takedown attempt.
Molloway using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
McCrae looks winded! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
McCrae tries for a takedown but Molloway manages to get underhooks.
Hax Molloway has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darius McCrae. Molloway lands a nice knee to the body. #T2# Molloway crunches a lovely knee into McCrae's ribcage. Molloway connects with a nasty looking knee right to McCrae's face.
Molloway misses with a punch to the body.
Molloway using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Molloway scores a nice knee to the body.
Molloway with a knee to the head.
Molloway landing knees to the head.
Molloway crunches a lovely knee into McCrae's ribcage. Molloway landing knees to the body.
Molloway lands a knee to the body.
Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
Molloway connects with a nasty looking knee right to McCrae's face.
Molloway crunches a lovely knee into McCrae's ribcage. McCrae is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Molloway to keep the fight standing. Molloway lands a knee to the body.
Molloway with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. McCrae jumps guard but Molloway stands there with McCrae around his waist. McCrae gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
McCrae tries to pull guard but Molloway holds him up against the cage and eventually McCrae drops back down to his feet.
#T3# Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Molloway obliges. Molloway is pressed up against the cage. McCrae has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Molloway down to the mat. Molloway avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. McCrae checks a leg kick nicely. McCrae dives in and grabs Molloway's left leg, looking for a takedown. Molloway pushes down on McCrae's head and hops out. Molloway tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Molloway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCrae drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Molloway defends it well. Molloway is looking to wear down McCrae with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Molloway thuds a left hand into McCrae's body. Molloway throws a leg kick but McCrae sees it coming and checks it nicely. Molloway jabs at McCrae's body. McCrae tries to score a power double leg takedown but Molloway sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McCrae somewhat.#T4# Molloway misses the shot to the body. Molloway misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCrae.
#CL# Molloway has McCrae up against the cage in a clinch.
Molloway stops a takedown attempt from McCrae.
Molloway putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has McCrae in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Molloway lands a knee to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Molloway creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Molloway with a knee to the head.
McCrae tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Knees in the clinch landing for Molloway.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Molloway crunches a lovely knee into McCrae's ribcage. Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
Molloway lands a good knee to the midsection. McCrae won't want to take too many of those. Molloway lands a left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hax Molloway dominated that round. The cut man is working on Darius McCrae's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# McCrae walks into a jab. Molloway falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD2# and McCrae counters with a nice double leg into half guard. McCrae looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. McCrae not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Molloway wants to improve his position but McCrae is controlling well.
#SUB2# McCrae is working for a kimura but Molloway is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB# Molloway actively working from the bottom here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# McCrae is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB# Molloway looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1##ES# Molloway manages to escape and get back to his feet! Hax Molloway is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Molloway tries to land a leg kick but McCrae saw it coming and moves away.
McCrae drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Molloway defends it well.#CL# Molloway moves into the clinch. A knee to the head by Molloway.
Molloway creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through McCrae's defenses. McCrae is trying to pull guard but Molloway has him pressed against the cage. Molloway connects with a nasty looking knee right to McCrae's face.
#ROC# McCrae is rocked! A shot in the inside from Molloway. McCrae is still on wobbly legs! Can Molloway finish him? Molloway landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
McCrae is breathing heavily. Molloway throws an elbow but it misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Molloway lands a big knee to the head and McCrae goes down! Molloway pounces and finishes the fight with strikes! He jumps to his feet and celebrates with the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
RRFC 23: Pandens vs Tomcic
Date: Jan 04, 2020 |
#R1# Molloway darts in looking for a takedown but Jempsa gets double underhooks and turns Molloway into the cage. Molloway throws the kick towards the body but Jempsa avoids it. Jempsa throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Molloway counters with a nice kick to the body. A looping hook to the body misses from Molloway. Jempsa does a little dance to reset his feet. Jempsa throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Molloway seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#TD2# Jempsa shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Molloway's guard. Jempsa is standing up over Molloway. Molloway looks to escape but Jempsa dives into side control.
#REVR# Molloway struggling a bit here. Molloway tries to escape but Jempsa is in control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Jempsa is chipping away with strikes.
Molloway seems a little lost for a moment, as Jempsa dominates the positioning. Molloway taking a bit of punishment here - Jempsa scoring with strikes. Molloway tries to buck Jempsa off but Jempsa is having none of it. You can see the frustration on Molloway's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Jempsa scoring with punches from side control. #T1# Jempsa in side control, just content to control the action for now. Jempsa working the ground and pound from side control. Jempsa moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. Molloway tries to buck Jempsa off but Jempsa is having none of it. Molloway is working hard here to advance position. Jempsa controls the position. Check out the look on Jempsa's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Molloway is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jempsa off and has taken his back! Jempsa trying to control the action but Molloway just sinks the hooks in. #T2##SUB# Molloway is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Jempsa has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. Jempsa manages to reverse the position and now he's in Molloway's guard. Nice work there by Jempsa.
#SUB# Molloway looking for subs off his back but Jempsa has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB# Molloway looking for submissions off his back. Jempsa with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3# Jempsa lands with a punch from half guard. Jempsa takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Jempsa controlling the action here. Jempsa is nestled in close to Molloway, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Molloway wants to get back to full guard. Jempsa perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Molloway wants to control but Jempsa is keeping busy.
Jempsa controlling the action here. Jempsa wants to pass to mount but Molloway is defending the position. #T4# Jempsa looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB# Molloway looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Molloway wants to control but Jempsa is keeping busy.
Molloway tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #SUB# Molloway actively working from the bottom here. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Molloway has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jempsa is working away from the top position though. Molloway looks like he's trying to stand up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Konichiwa Jempsa dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Molloway tries to clinch but Jempsa is having none of it. Molloway looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Molloway stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Molloway wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2# Jempsa shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Jempsa controlling the action here. #SUB# Molloway actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Molloway looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway wants to get back to full guard. Molloway wants to control but Jempsa is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1# Molloway is looking to improve his position.
Konichiwa Jempsa has got the better of the ground game so far. Well, if Jempsa is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Molloway is pressing down on Jempsa's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Jempsa connects with a couple of short punches. Jempsa is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB# Molloway looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Jempsa is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB# Jempsa got a little sloppy there for a moment and Molloway has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jempsa has managed to get both his arms back between Molloway's legs - danger averted. Jempsa content to stall in guard here. Jempsa is continuing to stall. Jempsa landing some decent shots from guard. Jempsa's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB# Molloway throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Jempsa escapes and throws Molloway's legs to the side, diving into side control! Jempsa is staying tight to Molloway's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T3# Molloway tries to buck Jempsa off but Jempsa is having none of it. Molloway pushes Jempsa away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Jempsa gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control. Molloway manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB# Molloway actively working from the bottom here. Molloway is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Jempsa seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Jempsa trying to pass the guard but Molloway defending well. Jempsa scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Jempsa is nestled in close to Molloway, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Molloway is trying to maintain the position but Jempsa is very close to passing his half guard. Jempsa wants to free his trapped foot but Molloway is holding on for dear life with his legs. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Konichiwa Jempsa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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# Molloway fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD2# Molloway gets caught napping as Jempsa dives in and scores a takedown. Molloway manages to retain guard. Jempsa sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB# Molloway working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jempsa doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jempsa manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Jempsa must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Jempsa slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Jempsa with a nice head shot there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway being controlled here, momentarily. #T1# Jempsa's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Molloway is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB# Molloway looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Jempsa has picked Molloway up and slammed him! Molloway can't keep hold of the triangle and Jempsa manages to pass to side control! Molloway wants to control but Jempsa postures up. Molloway is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Hax Molloway has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. You can see the frustration on Molloway's face as Jempsa controls the position. Molloway is looking to reverse the position. Molloway takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Molloway is not in a great position here, taking some shots. Jempsa taking a breather here. Molloway is trying to control Jempsa's posture but Jempsa avoids it. Molloway is looking for a sweep.#T3# The referee asks Jempsa politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Jempsa prefers to stall for the moment though. Molloway is trying to control Jempsa's posture but Jempsa avoids it. Molloway tries to improve position but can't. Molloway taking punishment in the form of punches.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Let's hope that Jempsa has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight. The adventures of Jempsa the control monster continue. Boring. Molloway is trying to improve his position.#T4# Jempsa in side control lands a decent elbow. Jempsa staying calm. Jempsa has been the more effective fighter overall so far. You can see the frustration on Molloway's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Jempsa landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. Molloway tries to get back to half guard but can't. Molloway trying to remain calm as Jempsa controls from the top position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Konichiwa Jempsa is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Molloway manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Konichiwa Jempsa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Jempsa 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Konichiwa Jempsa!
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 14
Date: Dec 15, 2019 |
#R1##CL# Molloway drives through and clinches with Sykes against the cage.
Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
#CUT# It looks like Riley Sykes has been cut. Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Molloway unloads a knee to the mid-section. Sykes lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Molloway landing knees to the body.
#KD# Molloway has the Thai clinch. He lands a big knee to the head and Sykes goes down! Molloway dives on top of him - Sykes manages to get guard.
#ROC# Sykes is rocked! This has been an exciting period of action! Molloway works a leg free and moves into half guard. Sykes is still in real trouble! Can Molloway finish him? Molloway is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB# Molloway has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Sykes is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 12
Date: Nov 24, 2019 |
#R1# Molloway just misses with a punch to the body.
Molloway keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL# Baker tries to keep at a distance but Molloway has taken the fight into the clinch. Molloway blocks the elbow strike.
Molloway goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Baker is trying to push Molloway away but Molloway has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Baker is trying to push Molloway away but Molloway has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway lands a body punch. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Baker blocks it with crossed arms. Baker pushes off an throws an elbow but Molloway leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Molloway lands a body punch. Our sources have told us that Molloway has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Baker avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Baker's face as he tries to break the clinch. Molloway misses with a knee to the head. Molloway putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Baker in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Molloway lands a knee to the head.
Molloway tries a body shot but Baker blocks it.
Molloway with a knee to the head.
#T1# Baker misses with a punch on the inside.
Baker wants to break free but Molloway has control.
Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Baker avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Baker gets underhooks to prevent Molloway's takedown attempt.
Molloway keeps control of Baker as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Baker missing with knees to the body.
Molloway tries a knee to the head but Baker blocks it.
Baker throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Molloway tries to score a body lock takedown but Baker shows good agility there to stay on his feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hax Molloway. That's going to take a lot out of him. Molloway using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Baker has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Molloway just misses with a elbow thrown towards Baker's brow. Molloway trying to land knees to the body.
Molloway landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Baker on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Molloway struggles to land a body shot inside as Baker controls his hands.
Baker wants to break free but Molloway has control.
#T2##BC2# Baker's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Molloway steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baker.#CL# Molloway gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD# Molloway has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Baker regains guard immediately. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Molloway trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Molloway passes Baker's left leg - he's now in half guard. Molloway seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Baker does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB# Molloway wants to work for an arm triangle but Baker is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Baker pushes Molloway off looking to stand but Molloway dives back in and keeps control.
#T3# Molloway is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Baker! #SUB# Molloway looking for a guillotine from mount but Baker is having none of it. Baker is controlling an arm, preventing Molloway from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#SUB# Molloway looking for a guillotine from mount but Baker is having none of it. #SUB# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Molloway wants to finish this one by submission but Baker is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Molloway. #SUB# Molloway swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hax Molloway! In his post fight interview, Hax Molloway started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
RRFC 15: Ford vs Doms
Date: Nov 02, 2019 |
#R1##TD# Burrows closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Molloway is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Molloway wants to control but Burrows is keeping busy.
Molloway wants to get back to full guard. Molloway on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Molloway has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Burrows connects with a nice short shot to Molloway's temple. Burrows working Molloway over with strikes. Molloway taking some punishment here, with Burrows in his half guard. Burrows scores with a big shot! Molloway's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Molloway! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clive Burrows! After winning the bout, Clive Burrows thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 13
Date: Oct 16, 2019 |
#R1# Logan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Molloway stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Molloway wants it to stay on the feet.#CL# Molloway clinches up against the cage. Molloway swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but Logan blocks with his arms.
Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Logan is defending well for now. Logan managing to block the knees to the body from Molloway.
Molloway trying to land knees to the body.
Logan is working for takedown but Molloway is calmly controlling the position for now. With the fighters up against the cage, Logan throws an elbow but misses. Molloway scores a nice knee to the body.
Logan looks winded! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Still in the clinch, Molloway scores with a nice short uppercut. Molloway struggles to land a body shot inside as Logan controls his hands.
Logan is trying to pull guard but Molloway has him pressed against the cage. Hax Molloway has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Benny Logan. Logan takes a knee to the side of the body. Logan blocks a body shot from Molloway. Molloway manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#T1# Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Logan is defending well for now. Logan avoiding damage as Molloway throws knees to the body.
Molloway is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Logan is defending well for now. Molloway prevents Logan from breaking the clinch.#TD# Molloway jumps into guard, dragging Logan to the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Logan wants to pass the guard but Molloway is keeping the position. Logan really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Molloway. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB# Molloway has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Logan should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Molloway has tightened it up now! Logan should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Hax Molloway! Hax Molloway decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 7
Date: Sep 29, 2019 |
#R1# A low kick from Avdic is predictable there #CL# and Molloway counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Molloway. Molloway with a knee to the head.
Molloway throws a knee to the head but misses.
Molloway misses with a knee to the head. Molloway blocks a body shot from Avdic. Avdic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Molloway working Avdic over with knees to the body. Avdic wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Avdic is trying to break the clinch but Molloway is controlling him. Molloway tries a knee to the head but Avdic blocks it.
Molloway working Avdic over with knees to the body. I was talking to Molloway's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Avdic misses with a knee to the head. Molloway lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Avdic. Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Molloway obliges. Avdic looks winded! Avdic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Molloway working Avdic over with knees to the body. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Avdic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Molloway scores a nice knee to the body.
Molloway working Avdic over with knees to the body.#T1# Molloway unloads a knee to the mid-section. Avdic lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Avdic takes a knee to the side of the body. Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Avdic tries to circle away but Molloway has him pinned against the cage. Molloway is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Molloway tries to throw a body punch but Avdic avoids it by throwing Molloway back against the cage. Molloway with a knee to the head.
Molloway with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Molloway swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Molloway putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Avdic in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Molloway obliges. Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action! Molloway lands a shot to the body. Molloway crunches a lovely knee into Avdic's ribcage. Molloway lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Molloway lands a good knee to the midsection. Avdic won't want to take too many of those. Avdic prevents a body shot from Molloway. Molloway pushes Avdic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T2# Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
Molloway digs a right hand into Avdic's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Avdic's gas tank. Molloway misses with a body punch.
Molloway landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Molloway unloads a knee to the mid-section. Molloway misses with a hook from the clinch. Molloway using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Molloway working Avdic over with knees to the body. Molloway lands a knee to the head.
Molloway throws an elbow that misses.
Molloway landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Avdic is trying to break free. Molloway stops a takedown attempt from Avdic.
Molloway scores a nice knee to the body.
#T3# Molloway lands a knee to the head.
Molloway unloads a knee to the mid-section. Knees in the clinch landing for Molloway.
Avdic takes a knee right on the jaw!
Molloway pushes off an throws an elbow but Avdic leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Avdic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Molloway goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Molloway landing knees to the head.
Molloway lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Molloway scores a nice knee to the body.
Molloway lands a knee to the head.
Molloway misses with a knee strike.
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! Molloway lands a nice knee to the body. Avdic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Avdic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Molloway obliges.#T4# Avdic is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Molloway lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Avdic wants a takedown.
Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Avdic blocks it with crossed arms. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Avdic blocks it with crossed arms. Avdic is trying to push Molloway away but Molloway has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. A frustrated look appears on Avdic's face as he tries to break the clinch. Avdic is looking to take this one to the mat. Hax Molloway has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dennis Avdic. Avdic takes a knee to the side of the body. Avdic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Avdic is trying to push Molloway away but Molloway has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Avdic can't get the takedown.
Molloway is pressed up against the cage. Avdic has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Molloway down to the mat. Molloway avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Avdic darts in looking for a takedown but Molloway gets double underhooks and turns Avdic into the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hax Molloway dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Molloway misses with a two punch combination.
#TD2# Avdic is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Molloway's half guard.#SUB# Molloway looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Avdic is trying to work for a kimura but Molloway is defending well.
Avdic is looking to advance position but Molloway won't allow it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Avdic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Avdic moves into full mount! Molloway won't be happy about that! Avdic is breathing heavily. Molloway keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T1# Molloway is squirming around, avoiding Avdic's attempts to control the action. Molloway is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Molloway tries to hold on but Avdic postures up.#SUB2# Avdic is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Molloway has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Molloway can't escape the position.
#T2# Avdic trying to control but he's not successful this time. Molloway wants to try and get back to his feet. Avdic looking to control but Molloway is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Molloway is trying to escape the mount.
Molloway tries to hold on but Avdic pushes him away. Avdic wants to control the pace but Molloway is squirming around nicely. Molloway wants to control but Avdic is having none of it. Molloway sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T3# Avdic is thwarting Molloway's attempts to control the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Avdic trying to control the action but Molloway is working from the bottom. Avdic is stalling here. Molloway is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Avdic seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Molloway has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Avdic tries to bench press Molloway off him but Molloway keeps the position. Avdic parries the strikes from Molloway easily there. Molloway is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Avdic to escape.
Avdic is looking to regain half guard here but Molloway keeps moving and retains side control. Avdic struggling a bit here.#SUB# Molloway is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Avdic knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Molloway trying to control the action but Avdic is working from the bottom. #T4# Avdic manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Avdic tries to pass to full mount but Molloway defends it. Molloway is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Molloway is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Avdic can do to turn this around? The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Molloway is controlling Avdic's position as best he can from this difficult position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Avdic seems to be working for a kimura but Molloway defends the submission attempt. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dennis Avdic 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! 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##CL2# Avdic moves into range and clinches up with Molloway. Molloway goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Molloway tries to work over Avdic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Molloway fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Molloway using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Molloway misses with a body punch.
Avdic takes a knee right on the jaw!
Molloway unloads a knee to the mid-section. A body shot lands from Molloway.
Avdic looking to throw knees to the head but Molloway is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Avdic wants to get back to striking at distance but Molloway won't allow it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Molloway. Avdic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Molloway landing knees to the head.
Hax Molloway has scored more points in the clinch so far. Molloway lands a knee to the head.
Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
#T1# Molloway connects with a knee to the head.
Molloway tries to land knees in the clinch but Avdic avoids the damage to the body. Avdic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Molloway lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Avdic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Avdic blocks a body shot from Molloway. Avdic blocks a body shot from Molloway. Avdic wants to get back to striking at distance but Molloway won't allow it.
Molloway trying to land knees to the body.
Avdic wants to take the fight to the mat but Molloway manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Molloway prevents a takedown attempt there.
Avdic can't get the takedown.
Hax Molloway has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dennis Avdic. Avdic takes a knee right on the jaw!
Molloway with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. A knee to the head by Molloway.
Molloway connects with a nasty looking knee right to Avdic's face.
#T2# Molloway misses with a punch to the body.
Molloway misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Avdic.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Avdic looking for a takedown. Avdic takes a knee right on the jaw!
Molloway trying to land knees to the body.
Avdic is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Molloway is keeping busy. Avdic is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Molloway with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Molloway keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Avdic's efforts to push away. Molloway throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Avdic blocks it with crossed arms. Avdic drops down looking for an ankle pick but Molloway pulls his leg out and moves away.
Molloway throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Avdic defending well as Molloway loads up on a big left hand. #T3##CL2# Avdic pushes Molloway up against the cage in a clinch. Avdic is working for takedown but Molloway is calmly controlling the position for now. Avdic takes a knee to the side of the body. Molloway misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Molloway throws a punch but it's blocked by Avdic. Good body shot from Molloway.
Avdic tries to circle away but Molloway has him pinned against the cage. Molloway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Avdic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Avdic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Molloway fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Molloway tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Avdic is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Molloway lands a nice elbow. #T4# Avdic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Avdic fails to pull guard.
Molloway throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Molloway scores with a knee to the head.
Avdic wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Molloway has him pressed against the cage. Molloway landing knees to the body.
Avdic drops down looking for an ankle pick but Molloway pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL# Molloway gets a clinch. Molloway tries to work over Avdic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Avdic is trying to drag Molloway to the mat but Molloway just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Avdic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Molloway with a knee to the head.
And that's the end of the fight! Hax Molloway showed his dominance in that final round. I think Molloway 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:26 Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:26 Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hax Molloway! A less than humble Hax Molloway misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 4
Date: Sep 08, 2019 |
#R1# Molloway slips a jab and a cross from Starr.
A lazy left from Starr finds it's target. Molloway ducks under a wild hook from Starr.#CL2# Molloway closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Molloway goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Starr on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Molloway missing with knees to the body.
Molloway goes for a takedown in the clinch but Starr prevents it.
Starr working hard to break the clinch. Starr is trying to break free.#BC# Starr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Molloway goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Molloway clinches. Molloway misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Starr.
#BC# Starr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. John Starr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Starr misses with a hook. Starr throws a series of punches but Molloway avoids them all with ease. Starr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1# Molloway fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Starr manages to avoid it. Some wild striking there from Starr.
Some wild striking there from Molloway.
Starr swats away the attempt to clinch by Molloway. John Starr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Starr loads up on a big right hand but Molloway slips the punch. Molloway on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Starr. Starr obviously looking to wear him down.
Starr misses with a looping left. And Molloway tries to counter it with a takedown but Starr pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL2# Molloway moves into the clinch. Molloway lands an elbow just above Starr 's eye. #CUT2# It looks like John Starr has been cut. Starr tries to break the clinch but Molloway is controlling the position. Starr is trying to break the clinch but Molloway is controlling him. Molloway tries to land a knee to the head but Starr blocks with his arms.
Molloway keeps control of Starr as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Starr blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Starr is trying to break the clinch but Molloway has him pressed against the cage. Starr looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2# Molloway tries a knee to the head but Starr blocks it.
Molloway misses with a knee strike.
Starr is pressed up against the cage. Molloway has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Starr down to the mat. Starr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Molloway wants to clinch. Molloway drops his hands momentarily and Starr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Starr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Molloway just misses with a punch to the body.
Starr throws the kick towards the body but Molloway avoids it. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Starr throws a leg kick which misses Molloway's front leg but catches the back leg as Molloway tries to avoid it. Starr misses with a series of wild punches.
Starr rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Molloway moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Starr misses with a two punch combination.
#T3# Molloway takes a swing at Starr's ribcage but misses. Molloway fails in his attempt to clinch. Molloway drops his hands momentarily and Starr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Starr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Starr looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. A combination from Starr does no damage. Starr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A swing and a miss from Starr. Starr swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL2# Molloway closes the distance and pushes Starr back into the cage.#BC# Starr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. A big right from Starr misses. #CL2# Molloway has closed the distance and engaged Starr in a clinch.
#TD2# Molloway gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Starr regains guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Molloway stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Starr swivels though and keeps the full guard. Starr wants to stand and escape but Molloway is having none of it. #T4# Molloway trying to control the position from guard on top but Starr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Molloway stopping the sweep attempt from Starr. Molloway looking to pass the guard. Molloway trying to control but Starr is working from the bottom. Molloway works a leg free and moves into half guard. 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 John Starr will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on John Starr's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Starr throws a sloppy head kick and Molloway moves out of range easily. A decent looking cross lands there for Starr.#TD2# Molloway looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Starr! Molloway wants to lay and pray for a moment but Starr keeps working. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Starr can't do much from the bottom here. Starr wants to get back to his feet but Molloway drags him back down. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Molloway in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Starr is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hax Molloway! John Starr was interviewed post fight and said 'A big thanks to Underground Supps for their support.'.
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 5
Date: Aug 21, 2019 |
#R1# Molloway tries to close the distance and clinch up but Konds swats him away and circles back towards the center. Molloway fails with an attempt to clinch.
Konds will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Molloway tries to counter with a clinch but Konds shakes him off and moves away. Molloway is looking to clinch but Konds is avoiding it.
Molloway is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Konds throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Molloway has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Konds is landing a low percentage of strikes. Molloway moves to clinch but Konds breaks away and Konds counters with a straight right hand. Molloway misses with a left hand and Molloway takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Molloway bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway wants to clinch. Konds seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Molloway tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Konds cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1# Molloway is looking to clinch but Konds is avoiding it.
Konds swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Molloway. Molloway is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Molloway takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. A looping hook to the body misses from Konds. Molloway does a little dance to reset his feet. Molloway is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Konds throws a series of punches but Molloway avoids them all with ease. Molloway missing with a left hand there. Konds was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Sloppy strikes from Molloway. Those never looked like landing. Molloway throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Konds showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Molloway.
Konds seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Georgi Konds is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Konds connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Molloway takes one to the side of the head.
Konds looks to land a right hand but Molloway moved out of range.#T2# Konds lands with a nice combination. Molloway backs away looking to recover. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Molloway just misses with a punch to the body.
Konds avoids a kick to the body.
Konds throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Molloway sees it coming and avoids it easily. Molloway shoots in but no luck this time. Konds is looking for a counter combo. Konds throws a nice looking combination but Molloway bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Konds throws an overhand right that lands on Molloway's shoulder, as Molloway tries to avoid the shot. Konds uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Molloway.
Konds avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Molloway wants to clinch up but Konds keeps it at a distance. Konds swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Molloway throws a wild body kick that Konds sees coming a mile off. Molloway seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Konds shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Molloway is backing up but Konds catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Molloway covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Konds Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Georgi Konds!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 24, 2019 |
#R1# Tickler darts in looking for a takedown but Molloway gets double underhooks and turns Tickler into the cage. Tickler shoots for a takedown but Molloway saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD# Tickler shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Molloway manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Molloway wants to sweep here but Tickler controlling him for the moment. #SUB# Tickler thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Tickler sitting in guard here, content to control. Molloway working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Molloway is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. Molloway really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tickler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Tickler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Tickler trying to control the position from guard on top but Molloway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1# Molloway trying to keep a closed guard but Tickler is proving a slippery customer.
Tickler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB# Tickler drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tickler jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Tickler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Tickler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD# Tickler gets the takedown into side control. Tickler working away.#T2# You can see the frustration on Molloway's face as Tickler controls the position. #SUB# Tickler is trying to get an arm triangle but Molloway is defending well. Molloway is being controlled here. Molloway is looking to reverse the position.#SUB# Tickler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB# Tickler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3##SUB# Tickler is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Molloway knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB# Tickler tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tickler has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Molloway tries to buck Tickler off but Tickler is having none of it. Tickler moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB# Tickler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB# Tickler has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Molloway is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Tickler yanks on the arm and Molloway is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Tickler.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Slappy Tickler!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 20, 2019 |
#R1# Molloway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Molloway tries to clinch but Timmoy moves out of range. It looked like Timmoy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Molloway.#CL2# Molloway clinches up against the cage.#TD# Timmoy is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Molloway can't fight it off and eventually Timmoy manages to take the fight to the floor. Molloway looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Timmoy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Molloway is keeping the position for now. #SUB2# Molloway is looking to cinch up a triangle. Timmoy throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Molloway's body to avoid the submission. Molloway has instead reached around Timmoy's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Molloway arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Hax Molloway!
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