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Event:
Conquest V
Date: Feb 22, 2020 |
#R1#
Martinez has a takedown stuffed.
Marroquin looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Martinez tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Marroquin swivels and escapes.
A combination from Martinez does no damage.
Alvaro Marroquin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Martinez fails to land the takedown.
Alvaro Marroquin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jean Pierre Martinez.
Martinez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Marroquin.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Martinez.
Marroquin connects with a nice looking jab.
#TD2#
Martinez feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Martinez wants to control from the top but Marroquin keeps moving.
Martinez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Martinez trying to control the position from guard on top but Marroquin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Martinez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Marroquin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Marroquin is looking to stand up but Martinez isn't so interested in that idea.
Marroquin keeping moving, preventing Martinez from controlling successfully.
Martinez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#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.
Martinez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin avoids it really well and circles away.
Martinez moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Marroquin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Martinez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Marroquin defends it nicely.
Martinez fails with the takedown.
Marroquin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Martinez.
Martinez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Martinez fails with a takedown attempt.
Alvaro Marroquin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Martinez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Martinez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Marroquin.
Martinez darts in looking for a takedown but Marroquin gets double underhooks and turns Martinez into the cage.
Nice sprawl there from Marroquin as Martinez shoots in.
Martinez darts in looking for a takedown but Marroquin gets double underhooks and turns Martinez into the cage.
Martinez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Marroquin gets tackled into the cage by Martinez. Martinez maintains the clinch.
Marroquin tries to break free but Martinez pushes him back against the cage.
Martinez looking for a takedown.
Martinez tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Marroquin just stands there and leans against the cage.#T4#
Martinez is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Marroquin pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Martinez has Marroquin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Marroquin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Martinez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Marroquin stops a takedown attempt from Martinez.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Martinez changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Marroquin fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Martinez misses with a head kick.
A swing and a miss from Marroquin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvaro Marroquin dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Martinez works Marroquin's body with a nice hook.
Martinez wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Martinez.
Some wild striking there from Marroquin.
#CL2#
Martinez clinches.
Martinez is trying to pull guard but Marroquin turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Marroquin gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Martinez.
Alvaro Marroquin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jean Pierre Martinez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martinez is trying to pull guard but Marroquin turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Martinez is trying to pull guard but Marroquin has him pressed against the cage.
Martinez has Marroquin pressed against the cage, preventing Marroquin from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Marroquin wants to break the clinch but can't.
Martinez displaying some good clinch control by pressing Marroquin up against the cage.
Martinez jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Marroquin walks away with a smile on his face. Martinez gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Marroquin throws an overhand right that lands on Martinez's shoulder, as Martinez tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Martinez clinches up with Marroquin and pushes him back against the cage.
Martinez wants a takedown but no success here.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Martinez has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Marroquin is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Martinez jumps guard but Marroquin stands there with Martinez around his waist. Martinez gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Martinez is stalling here.
Martinez throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Martinez changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Marroquin fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Marroquin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD2#
Martinez closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Martinez is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T3#
Martinez is keen to just control but Marroquin is a slippery customer.
Martinez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Marroquin is not content to let Martinez control the position.
Martinez throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Martinez wants to control but Marroquin is keeping him busy.
Martinez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Martinez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Martinez shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Martinez has taken the fight to the clinch.
Martinez is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Marroquin is defending well.
Marroquin stops a takedown attempt from Martinez.
Martinez tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC2#
Martinez's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Martinez lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Marroquin circles away quickly and effectively.
Marroquin throws a head kick but Martinez moves out of range.
Martinez drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Marroquin defends it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Martinez shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Martinez pushes down on Marroquin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Martinez throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jean Pierre Martinez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Martinez takes the fight into the clinch.
Martinez is trying to drag Marroquin to the mat but Marroquin just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Marroquin gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Martinez.
Martinez lands a left hand that snaps the head of Marroquin backwards. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martinez prevents Marroquin from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Martinez pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Marroquin throws a sloppy head kick and Martinez moves out of range easily.
Martinez goes for a double leg but Marroquin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marroquin continues to drive forward.
Alvaro Marroquin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jean Pierre Martinez.
Martinez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Marroquin defends well and Martinez ends up having to push Marroquin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Martinez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Martinez closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Marroquin quickly recovers to half guard.
Marroquin won't allow Martinez to pass to mount.
Martinez is keen to just control but Marroquin is a slippery customer.#T2#
Martinez is taking a breather. Marroquin says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Marroquin is refusing to be controlled, as Martinez sits in half guard.
Marroquin is trying to stand up here but Martinez is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Martinez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Marroquin sees it coming and defends easily.
Martinez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Alvaro Marroquin is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Martinez has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T3##BC2#
Martinez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marroquin thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Martinez clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Martinez pulls guard effortlessly.
Martinez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Martinez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Marroquin manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB2#
Martinez drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Martinez jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Martinez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Marroquin wants to get back to his feet but Martinez is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
Martinez loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Marroquin is looking to stand up but Martinez isn't so interested in that idea.
Martinez trying to control the position from guard on top but Marroquin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU2#
Martinez gets to his feet. Marroquin looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
And that's the end of the fight!
Jean Pierre Martinez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Martinez 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 William Gold scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jean Pierre Martinez!
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Event:
Conquest I: Marroquin vs Busch
Date: Jan 25, 2020 |
#R1#
Busch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marroquin looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Busch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Marroquin throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Busch ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Busch. That snapped Marroquin's head back.
Nice uppercut lands for Busch. That snapped Marroquin's head back.
Marroquin throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Busch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Busch lands with a hook. Marroquin tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Alvaro Marroquin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Busch lands an overhand right.
Marroquin takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Busch scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Marroquin gets tackled into the cage by Busch. Busch maintains the clinch.
Busch lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Busch scores with a shoulder strike.
Busch is stalling here.
#BC2#
Busch manages to break the clinch.
#T1#
Busch avoids the head kick by Marroquin.
Busch lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC2#
Marroquin is rocked!
Busch drops Marroquin with a straight right hand, right on the button! Busch follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Simon Busch!
Simon Busch 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Wader changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Marroquin tries to avoid it but Wader manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Marroquin to the ground. Marroquin escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Wader gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Wader breaks the clinch.
Marroquin jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT2#
It looks like Garth Wader has been cut.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marroquin throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Marroquin moves out of range of the leg kick from Wader.
Marroquin swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Wader tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Marroquin is able to avoid easily.
Wader throws a body punch but Marroquin moves out of range.
Wader fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Marroquin has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#CL#
Marroquin gets tackled into the cage by Wader. Wader maintains the clinch. #TD#
Wader ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Wader no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU2#
Marroquin gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses.
Alvaro Marroquin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch combination from Marroquin misses.
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!
Marroquin throws a series of strikes that have Wader backpedaling.
Wader uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marroquin.#T1##CL#
Wader darts in and clinches Marroquin up against the cage.
Wader drops down looking for an ankle pick but Marroquin pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Garth Wader. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Marroquin enables Wader to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Marroquin manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Marroquin wriggles free and stands up.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Wader closes the distance and clinches.
Wader is breathing heavily.
Marroquin is trying to break free.
Wader tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Wader breaks the clinch.
Marroquin throws an overhand right that lands on Wader's shoulder, as Wader tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Wader slips under a jab from Marroquin.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marroquin connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wader fails with a takedown attempt.
Marroquin Throws a clean left jab. Marroquin Twirls his body and connects with a Spinning Back Fist that connects flush with Wader's chin! Wader crumbles to the ground and Marroquin follows up with some unanswered strikes. It's all over!! Nice standup skills displayed by Marroquin!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Alvaro Marroquin!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 15, 2019 |
#R1#
Marroquin slaps away a takedown attempt from Al Malik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Marroquin sprawls well.
Marroquin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Al Malik shoots for a takedown but Marroquin saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Al Malik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marroquin throws a combination that misses
and Al Malik counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marroquin looks winded!
Horrible takedown attempt by Al Malik or perhaps it was just good defense by Marroquin, which made it look bad.
Marroquin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Al Malik.
Al Malik feinted with a counter takedown.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Marroquin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Al Malik is defended easily by Marroquin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marroquin misses with the combination.
Marroquin throws a nice looking combination but Al Malik bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1#
Marroquin throws the left hand but Al Malik avoids the punch easily.
Alvaro Marroquin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marroquin misses with a head kick.
Danga de danga de dang - Al Malik scores with a four punch combination!
Al Malik is looking to clinch but Marroquin is avoiding it.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Marroquin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Al Malik misses with a low kick as Marroquin jumps back.
Al Malik slips a jab from Marroquin.
Al Malik fails with the takedown.
Marroquin is looking for the big counter here.
Al Malik throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
#CL#
Al Malik closes the distance and pushes Marroquin back into the cage.
Al Malik tries for a takedown. No joy.
Al Malik tries to pull guard but Marroquin won't allow it.
#T2##BC2#
Marroquin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Al Malik takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Marroquin looks to throw the jab but Al Malik is out of range. #CL#
Al Malik closes the distance and clinches.
Al Malik is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Al Malik is looking to break free of the clinch but Marroquin has double underhooks.
Al Malik tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Marroquin smiles and moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Al Malik stalks Marroquin and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Marroquin's face. Marroquin staggers backwards, shaken.
Al Malik avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T3#
Marroquin throws a left and a right that both miss
and Al Malik counters with a left and a right that stings Marroquin.
Al Malik fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Marroquin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Al Malik blocks a jab.
Marroquin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Al Malik slips a jab and a cross from Marroquin.
Alvaro Marroquin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marroquin keeps the fight on the outside.
Marroquin throws a combination that misses
and Al Malik counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Marroquin thinking.
Al Malik misses with a head kick.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marroquin as he avoids it easily. #CL#
Al Malik closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Marroquin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Al Malik shoots in but Marroquin avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T4#
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Al Malik moves out of range.
Al Malik lands a jab-cross combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
No luck for Al Malik with that takedown attempt.
Marroquin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Malik showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Marroquin.
Al Malik appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Al Malik showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Marroquin.
Al Malik is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Marroquin throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Al Malik went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Al Malik tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Marroquin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvaro Marroquin dominated that round.
That's time! Al Malik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown. Marroquin tries to sprawl out of it but Al Malik keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marroquin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Marroquin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marroquin throws a nice looking combination but Al Malik bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Al Malik moves out of range.
Marroquin takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Marroquin takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL#
Al Malik closes the distance and clinches.
Al Malik tries to work over Marroquin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Al Malik is looking for a takedown.
Marroquin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Marroquin is pressed up against the cage. Al Malik has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Marroquin down to the mat. Marroquin avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Marroquin blocks a head kick by Al Malik.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Marroquin.
Al Malik works Marroquin's body with a nice hook.
Al Malik throws a wild body kick that Marroquin sees coming a mile off.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Al Malik is defended easily by Marroquin.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Marroquin.
Al Malik fails with the takedown.
Al Malik looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2#
Al Malik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marroquin.
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Marroquin is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Marroquin circles away and we're back to standing.
Marroquin tries to bum rush Al Malik with a series of wild strikes but Al Malik uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Al Malik throws a big counter combination but Marroquin scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Alvaro Marroquin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Al Malik tries a head kick but it misses.
Marroquin swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Al Malik defending well as Marroquin loads up on a big left hand.
Marroquin misses with a two punch combination.
Al Malik seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Marroquin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Al Malik.
Rasheed Al Malik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marroquin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Malik lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Al Malik is looking to clinch but Marroquin is avoiding it.
Al Malik tries to land a leg kick but Marroquin saw it coming and moves away.
Al Malik avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T3#
Marroquin throws the left hand but Al Malik avoids the punch easily.
Al Malik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marroquin.
Marroquin throws a head kick but Al Malik moves out of range.
Al Malik moves in looking to clinch but Marroquin pushes him off.
Marroquin is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Al Malik wants to clinch.
A big right from Marroquin misses.
Al Malik shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Marroquin pinned against the cage. Marroquin gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Marroquin throws a hook but Al Malik avoids it easily.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Marroquin swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin shows good takedown defense.
Marroquin throws the left hand but Al Malik avoids the punch easily.
Marroquin might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T4#
Al Malik fails with the takedown.
Al Malik doesn't manage to clinch there - Marroquin circles away.
Al Malik darts in looking for a takedown but Marroquin gets double underhooks and turns Al Malik into the cage.
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Al Malik is looking to clinch but Marroquin is avoiding it.
Marroquin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marroquin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marroquin misses with a right hand
and Al Malik counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Marroquin throws a lazy uppercut
and Al Malik counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marroquin looks to land a combination but Al Malik avoids it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marroquin throws a right and a left that Al Malik avoids nicely.
Al Malik has a takedown stuffed.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Marroquin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvaro Marroquin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
Al Malik tries to clinch but Marroquin moves out of range.
Al Malik fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin avoids it really well and circles away.
Al Malik moves in looking to clinch but Marroquin pushes him off.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin shows good takedown defense.
Some wild striking there from Marroquin.
Al Malik is looking to counter with head kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch but Marroquin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Marroquin sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
As Marroquin looks to move away, Al Malik throws a big counter combo but Marroquin just gets out of the way.
Al Malik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marroquin throws a head kick but Al Malik moves out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Al Malik misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Marroquin.
Al Malik misses with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
Marroquin throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Marroquin.
Al Malik fails to land the takedown.
No joy there for Marroquin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Marroquin throws a poor cross that misses
and Al Malik counters with a left to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Marroquin. No joy for Al Malik on that attempt.
Marroquin fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Marroquin.
Al Malik tries to clinch up.
Al Malik slips a jab and a cross from Marroquin.
#T2#
Al Malik fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Al Malik forces Marroquin back against the cage and clinches.
Al Malik tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Al Malik is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Marroquin to keep the fight standing.#BC2#
Marroquin manages to break the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sloppy strikes from Marroquin. Those never looked like landing.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Marroquin as he jumps to the side.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Marroquin.
Al Malik wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Marroquin. No joy for Al Malik on that attempt.
Al Malik staying out of range there.#T3#
Marroquin fails to land with a series of punches.
Marroquin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Marroquin misses with a right hand
and Al Malik counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Al Malik closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Marroquin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Marroquin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Marroquin goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Al Malik doesn't manage to clinch there - Marroquin circles away.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Al Malik shoots in for a double leg but Marroquin sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Al Malik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Marroquin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Al Malik somewhat.
Marroquin throws a good cross that connects.
#T4#
No joy there for Marroquin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt - Marroquin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Marroquin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Marroquin lands a head kick. Al Malik smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Marroquin misses with a double jab.
Marroquin showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Al Malik.
Jab, jab by Marroquin - just one landing.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Al Malik is defended easily by Marroquin.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alvaro Marroquin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Marroquin 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alvaro Marroquin!
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Date: Dec 11, 2019 |
#R1#
Al Malik throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Marroquin's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Marroquin looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Al Malik seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marroquin as he avoids it easily.
Al Malik shoots in but Marroquin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Al Malik is looking to chop away at Marroquin's legs.
Nice takedown defense from Marroquin. No joy for Al Malik on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Marroquin sprawls well.
Marroquin misses with a series of wild punches.
Marroquin defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Al Malik.
Marroquin tries to bum rush Al Malik with a series of wild strikes but Al Malik uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik tries to clinch there but Marroquin circles away.
Al Malik misses with a few strikes there.
Al Malik throws a low kick, looking for Marroquin's leg but Marroquin calmly moves out of range.
Marroquin leaves Al Malik with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T1#
Marroquin looks to land a combination but Al Malik avoids it well.
Marroquin connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Al Malik momentarily.
Marroquin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Marroquin wants it to stay on the feet.
Alvaro Marroquin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Al Malik shoots for a double leg takedown but Marroquin sprawls well. He's pushed Al Malik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Al Malik defending well as Marroquin loads up on a big left hand.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Al Malik.
Marroquin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Malik attempts a counter takedown but Marroquin avoids it well and moves away.
Al Malik tries to clinch up.
Al Malik is looking to land body kicks.
Al Malik dives in and grabs Marroquin's left leg, looking for a takedown. Marroquin pushes down on Al Malik's head and hops out.
Al Malik fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
It seemed like Marroquin was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marroquin throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Marroquin keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T2#
Marroquin throws a right and a left that both miss.
Al Malik throws a wild body kick that Marroquin sees coming a mile off.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin shows good takedown defense.
Marroquin scores with a crisp jab that stopped Al Malik in his tracks.
Marroquin has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A punch combination from Marroquin misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marroquin defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Al Malik.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Al Malik fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Marroquin defends it nicely.
Marroquin swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marroquin misses with a two punch combination.
#T3#
Al Malik lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Al Malik.
Marroquin tries to bum rush Al Malik with a series of wild strikes but Al Malik uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown but Marroquin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Al Malik's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Marroquin misses with a looping left.
As Marroquin tries to get set, Al Malik tries to push him back and clinch up but Marroquin manages to avoid the attempt.
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Marroquin sprawls well.
Marroquin's corner calls for a 1-2. Marroquin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Al Malik closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Marroquin slaps away a takedown attempt from Al Malik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Marroquin unleashes a big counter combination but Al Malik bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Marroquin throws a right and a left that both miss.
Marroquin lands a jab to the nose.
Al Malik throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Marroquin swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nice defenses there by Al Malik.
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
Al Malik throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Al Malik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Marroquin tries to avoid it but Al Malik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Marroquin to the ground. Marroquin escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Marroquin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Malik pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Marroquin swinging wildly here.
Al Malik appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Marroquin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Al Malik is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL#
Al Malik clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
Marroquin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marroquin misses with a few strikes there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvaro Marroquin dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Al Malik looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Al Malik throws out a leg kick but Marroquin moves out of range and Al Malik only half commits.
Marroquin tries a head kick but it misses.
Al Malik is looking to clinch but Marroquin is avoiding it.
Marroquin is looking for the big counter here.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Marroquin defends it nicely.
Marroquin throws a hook but Al Malik avoids it easily.
Al Malik attempts a counter takedown but Marroquin avoids it well and moves away.
Marroquin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Al Malik tries to clinch but Marroquin is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice takedown defense from Marroquin. No joy for Al Malik on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marroquin misses with a straight left.
A shot to the liver by Al Malik. Beautiful body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Al Malik shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Marroquin eats them both and turns towards Al Malik to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Al Malik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Marroquin blocks a head kick by Al Malik.
Al Malik connects with a right hand. Marroquin shakes it off.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Marroquin might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Marroquin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Marroquin stuffs the takedown attempt from Al Malik. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
Marroquin scores with a punch to the head.
Al Malik tries to clinch but Marroquin is having none of it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Al Malik.
Al Malik is looking to clinch but Marroquin is avoiding it.
Danga de danga de dang - Marroquin scores with a four punch combination!
Al Malik moves in looking to clinch but Marroquin pushes him off.#T2#
Marroquin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Al Malik tries to clinch but Marroquin is having none of it.
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Marroquin sprawls well.
Marroquin is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
No joy there for Marroquin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Marroquin throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Al Malik counters with a three punch combo that has Marroquin backing up. Marroquin nods at Al Malik to acknowledge the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marroquin closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Marroquin throws a jab but it's blocked by Al Malik.
Marroquin defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Al Malik.
Some wild striking there from Al Malik.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Marroquin scores with a jab.
Al Malik goes for a double leg but Marroquin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marroquin continues to drive forward.
Al Malik dodges the punch combination from Marroquin.
#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Al Malik is defended easily by Marroquin.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Marroquin.
Al Malik fails with an attempt to clinch.
Al Malik scores with a hook to the body. Marroquin takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Marroquin.
Al Malik staying out of range there.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Marroquin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
The fighters circling - Marroquin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rasheed Al Malik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Marroquin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Marroquin is looking for the big counter here.
Al Malik slips under a jab from Marroquin.
Marroquin throws a big shot that misses.
Alvaro Marroquin seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt - Marroquin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Al Malik slips under a jab from Marroquin.
Al Malik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Al Malik swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Marroquin paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Al Malik tries to clinch up but Marroquin circles away and keeps his distance.
Al Malik tries to clinch up.
Marroquin is looking for the big counter here.
Al Malik looks to land a combination. Marroquin sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Marroquin lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt.
Marroquin works over Al Malik's head and body with a nice combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvaro Marroquin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Al Malik jabs Marroquin to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses.
Al Malik tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Marroquin defends well and Al Malik ends up having to push Marroquin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Al Malik lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Al Malik is looking to clinch but Marroquin is avoiding it.
Al Malik looks for a takedown but Marroquin sprawls well.
Marroquin pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Al Malik back to the cage. Marroquin follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Marroquin defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Al Malik.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marroquin throws a right hand that Al Malik ducks under and follows up with a left that Al Malik also avoids with ease.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Marroquin throws a jab but it's blocked by Al Malik.
Al Malik dives in for a single leg takedown but Marroquin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Marroquin throws a poor cross that misses
and Al Malik counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Al Malik takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T1#
Al Malik shoots in for a double leg but Marroquin sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Despite the aggression on Marroquin's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A big left from Marroquin misses.
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Al Malik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Al Malik takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Al Malik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marroquin.
Marroquin misses with a combination
and Al Malik counters with a three punch combo that has Marroquin backing up. Marroquin nods at Al Malik to acknowledge the strikes.
Al Malik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Marroquin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Al Malik somewhat.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Marroquin sprawls well. Marroquin wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Jab from Marroquin.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Marroquin as he jumps to the side.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses.
Al Malik tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Al Malik looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Al Malik throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Al Malik uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marroquin.
Al Malik misses with a body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Al Malik slips under a jab.
Marroquin misses with a hook
and Al Malik counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Marroquin misses with a few strikes there.
Al Malik tries to counter by clinching up but Marroquin breaks away and moves out of range.#T3#
Marroquin throws a hook to the side of Al Malik's head but Al Malik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marroquin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Marroquin throws a right hand that Al Malik ducks under and follows up with a left that Al Malik also avoids with ease.
Marroquin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Marroquin misses with a wild combination.
Al Malik tries to clinch but Marroquin is having none of it.
Alvaro Marroquin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Al Malik goes for a double leg but Marroquin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marroquin continues to drive forward.
Marroquin misses with a head kick.
Al Malik looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Marroquin throws a right hand that misses
and Al Malik counters with a series of strikes. Marroquin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Marroquin connects with a single shot there.
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Al Malik avoids them all with ease.
Al Malik thinks about countering with a body kick.#T4#
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Marroquin sprawls well. Marroquin wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
A bone on bone clash there as Marroquin blocks the leg kick.
Marroquin is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Al Malik is looking to clinch but Marroquin is avoiding it.
Al Malik looks for a takedown but Marroquin sprawls well.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Marroquin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Marroquin.
Al Malik fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Al Malik is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rasheed Al Malik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alvaro Marroquin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Al Malik fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Marroquin checks it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alvaro Marroquin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Marroquin 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alvaro Marroquin!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Kang misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Marroquin looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!#CL2#
Kang drives through and clinches with Marroquin against the cage.
Kang is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Kang breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Kang has closed the distance and engaged Marroquin in a clinch.
Kang jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Marroquin walks away with a smile on his face. Kang gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Alvaro Marroquin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kyung Yeon Kang.
Marroquin throws a hook to the side of Kang's head but Kang sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marroquin throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kang counters with a leg kick. #CL2#
Kang gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Kang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Alvaro Marroquin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Kang shoots for a double leg takedown but Marroquin sprawls well. He's pushed Kang's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A little feinted left hand from Marroquin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Marroquin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kang. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kang misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kang is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC2#
Kang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Marroquin misses with a double jab
and Kang makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Marroquin really felt that one!
Kang keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kang is defended easily by Marroquin.
As Kang looks to move away, Marroquin throws a big counter combo but Kang just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Kang closes the distance and pushes Marroquin back into the cage.
Marroquin is looking to break free of the clinch but Kang has double underhooks. #BC2#
Kang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kang plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T3##CL2#
Kang clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
Kang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Marroquin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kang tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kang shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Marroquin pinned against the cage. Marroquin gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kang misses with a takedown attempt - Marroquin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2#
Kang rushes Marroquin and presses him up against the cage.
Kang is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Marroquin is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T4#
Marroquin is trying to push Kang away but Kang has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kang goes for a takedown attempt but Marroquin pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Marroquin connects with a single shot there.
Kang misses with a double jab.
Marroquin misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kang closes this distance looking for a takedown but Marroquin circles away.
Marroquin moves forwards but Kang connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Marroquin scores with a punch to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kyung Yeon Kang dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kyung Yeon Kang's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Kang tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Kang has closed the distance and engaged Marroquin in a clinch.
Kang working aggressively here.
Kang can't get the takedown.
Kang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marroquin gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kang.
Kang slowing the pace effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Kang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T1##TD2#
Kang drives through with a takedown into Marroquin's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
Marroquin is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Marroquin can't break the clinch.
Marroquin wants to get back to striking at distance but Kang won't allow it.
Kang tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Marroquin smiles and moves away.
Alvaro Marroquin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kyung Yeon Kang.
Kang staying out of range there.
Kang misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Marroquin slaps away a takedown attempt from Kang, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Marroquin misses with a series of wild punches.
Kang closes this distance looking for a takedown but Marroquin circles away.
Kang fails with an attempt to clinch.
Marroquin lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kang shoots in but Marroquin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Marroquin pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kang back to the cage. Marroquin follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kang misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marroquin.
Kang connects with an inside leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kang. That's going to slow Marroquin down. #T3#
Marroquin throws a right hand that Kang ducks under and follows up with a left that Kang also avoids with ease.
Kang throws a big counter head kick but Marroquin avoids it with no problem.
Marroquin throws a hook but Kang avoids it easily.#CL2#
Kang closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Marroquin is trying to break free.
Kang lands a knee to the head.
Kang has a couple of punches blocked by Marroquin.
Kang tries to pull guard but Marroquin forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Marroquin blocking some punches.
Kang content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#T4#
Kang is trying to push Marroquin away but Marroquin has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Marroquin manages to break the clinch.
Marroquin looks to land a combination but Kang avoids it well.
Kang fails to land the takedown.
Nice sprawl there from Marroquin as Kang shoots in.
Alvaro Marroquin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marroquin swats away the attempt to clinch by Kang.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kang or perhaps it was just good defense by Marroquin, which made it look bad.
Kang blocks a jab.
Kang tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kang misses with a looping right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvaro Marroquin dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kyung Yeon Kang's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Kang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kang blocks a head kick by Marroquin.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kang.
Marroquin throws out a loose jab but Kang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Despite the aggression on Kang's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kang throws a head kick that Marroquin semi-blocks.
Marroquin throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
Kang closes the distance and clinches.
Kang tries to throw a body punch but Marroquin avoids it by throwing Kang back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kang is pushing Marroquin up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kang tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Marroquin smiles and moves away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Marroquin misses with a double jab.
#CL2#
Kang clinches up with Marroquin and pushes him back against the cage.
Marroquin tries to break free but Kang pushes him back against the cage.
Kang holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kang jumps guard but Marroquin stands there with Kang around his waist. Kang gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Alvaro Marroquin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kyung Yeon Kang.
Kang tries for a takedown but Marroquin manages to get underhooks.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Marroquin wants to break free but Kang has control.
Marroquin blocks a body shot from Kang.
Kang has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Marroquin avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Kang tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A frustrated look appears on Marroquin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kang is leaning against Marroquin and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kang is pushing Marroquin up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T3#
Marroquin is trying to break free.#BC2#
Kang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kang shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Marroquin throws a nice looking combination but Kang bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Kang avoids them all with ease.
Kang shoots in but Marroquin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kang missing with a left hand there. Marroquin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Kang slips a straight right by Marroquin.
Marroquin misses with a hook. Kang ducked under it nicely.
Marroquin swinging wildly here.
Despite the aggression on Kang's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Alvaro Marroquin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marroquin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kang.
Kang closes this distance looking for a takedown but Marroquin circles away.
Kang slips under a jab.
Kang defending well as Marroquin loads up on a big left hand.
Marroquin scores with a decent looking hook.
Kang throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marroquin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kang moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kang shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Marroquin defends it nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alvaro Marroquin showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Marroquin 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:28
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alvaro Marroquin!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Silachai throws a head kick that misses.
Marroquin looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Silachai throws a head kick that misses.
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Silachai avoids them all with ease.
Silachai throws a big counter combination but Marroquin scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Silachai moves out of range as Marroquin strikes.
Silachai throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
Marroquin misses with an uppercut.
Marroquin blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Some wild striking there from Silachai.
A head kick misses from Silachai.
A combination from Silachai does no damage.
Marroquin tries a head kick but it misses.
Marroquin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marroquin drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Marroquin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Silachai circles away quickly and effectively.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Silachai throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Silachai misses with a wild combination.
Marroquin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A head kick misses from Silachai.
Silachai lands with a kick to the temple. Marroquin shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #T1#
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Silachai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Marroquin moves out of range easily.
Marroquin lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A combination from Marroquin does no damage.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses.
Marroquin fails to land with a series of punches.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Silachai misses with a two punch combination.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marroquin looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Marroquin throws a head kick but Silachai moves out of range.
Marroquin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Marroquin lands a head shot.
A head kick misses from Silachai.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marroquin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Silachai misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T2#
Marroquin getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Marroquin lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Silachai ducks under a wild hook from Marroquin.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marroquin bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marroquin tests Silachai's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Silachai throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Marroquin throws a sloppy head kick and Silachai moves out of range easily.
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Marroquin moves out of range easily.
Marroquin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Silachai looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Marroquin takes a kick to the side of the head.
Marroquin tries a head kick but it misses.
#T3#
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Marroquin moves out of range easily.
Marroquin moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Silachai takes a jab right on the kisser.
Marroquin tries to bum rush Silachai with a series of wild strikes but Silachai uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Silachai throws a head kick that Marroquin semi-blocks.
Jab from Marroquin.
Marroquin blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
Silachai throws a right hand that Marroquin ducks under and follows up with a left that Marroquin also avoids with ease.
Marroquin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Silachai moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marroquin might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
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!
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Silachai needs to keep his hands up - Marroquin had a free shot at his head there.
Silachai throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
Marroquin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Marroquin blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Marroquin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Marroquin looks to move away, Silachai throws a big counter combo but Marroquin just gets out of the way.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Silachai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marroquin throws a right and a left that Silachai avoids nicely.
A head kick misses from Silachai.
Marroquin unleashes a big counter combination but Silachai bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A combination from Marroquin does no damage.
Silachai lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Marroquin has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marroquin throws a sloppy head kick and Silachai moves out of range easily.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marroquin scores with a one two! Silachai had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Silachai throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
Silachai throws a right and a left that both miss.
Marroquin throws a head kick but Silachai moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
Marroquin looks to land a combination but Silachai avoids it well.
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
Silachai lands with a kick to the temple. Marroquin shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
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 Sitichai Silachai will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Silachai moves out of range.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Marroquin is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Marroquin lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Silachai avoids the head kick by Marroquin.
Silachai lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Silachai lands with a kick to the temple. Marroquin shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Marroquin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
Sitichai Silachai is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Silachai throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
Marroquin is looking for the big counter here.
Marroquin with a nice cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marroquin throws a nice head kick!
Silachai throws a right hand that Marroquin ducks under and follows up with a left that Marroquin also avoids with ease.
Silachai throws a series of punches but Marroquin moves out of range.
Marroquin lands with an uppercut that bounces Silachai off the cage and back into range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A jab from Marroquin misses.
Silachai looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
#T1#
Silachai swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Silachai throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
Silachai blocks a head kick by Marroquin.
Silachai appears to be looking for a big counter.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Silachai will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Silachai throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Marroquin throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Marroquin looks to throw the jab but Silachai is out of range.
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Silachai takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Marroquin misses with a few strikes there.
Marroquin throws a hook to the side of Silachai's head but Silachai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Silachai lands a head kick. Marroquin smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Marroquin scores with the left hand. Silachai knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Silachai throws a head kick that Marroquin semi-blocks.
Marroquin lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T2#
Marroquin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses.
Marroquin jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Marroquin misses with a few strikes there.
A head kick misses from Silachai.
Silachai throws a right hand that Marroquin ducks under and follows up with a left that Marroquin also avoids with ease.
Silachai plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Marroquin moves out of range easily.
Marroquin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
Some wild striking there from Marroquin.
Marroquin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Silachai moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Marroquin darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Silachai lands a head kick!
Marroquin lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Marroquin misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T3#
Silachai throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Marroquin's head.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Silachai misses with a jab, cross combination.
Silachai throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
Marroquin looks to land a combination. Silachai sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
Marroquin moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Silachai avoids them all with ease.
Silachai went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Silachai misses with an uppercut. Marroquin saw that one coming.
Marroquin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Silachai scores with a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
A head kick misses from Silachai.
Silachai will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Silachai moves out of range.
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Marroquin moves out of range easily.
As Silachai backs off Marroquin throws a huge counter combo but Silachai manages to avoid it all.#T4#
Marroquin blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Silachai slips a jab and a cross from Marroquin.
Jab from Marroquin.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Good shot there by Marroquin.
Silachai throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Silachai fails to land with a series of punches.
No joy there for Marroquin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
Silachai throws a nice head kick!
The fighters circle momentarily. Marroquin darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Silachai lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Marroquin circles away quickly and effectively.
Silachai avoids a punch combination nicely.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Silachai throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
Nice cross by Marroquin.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Alvaro Marroquin will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marroquin shapes to counter with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Silachai.
Silachai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Silachai looks to land a combination but Marroquin avoids it well.
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Silachai moves out of range.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marroquin throws a right and a left that Silachai avoids nicely.
Silachai throws a head kick but Marroquin moves out of range.
Silachai looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Marroquin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Silachai misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Marroquin moves out of range easily.
Silachai lands with a slapping head kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Marroquin with a nice cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marroquin blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Marroquin scores with the left hand. Silachai knows he should have avoided that one.
Silachai connects with a high kick. #T1#
Marroquin cracks Silachai with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sitichai Silachai is winning the standup battle so far.
Silachai throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Marroquin blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Silachai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Silachai lands with a kick to the temple. Marroquin shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Marroquin tries a head kick but it misses.
Marroquin connects with a jab.
Silachai rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marroquin moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marroquin throws a sloppy head kick and Silachai moves out of range easily.
As Marroquin looks to move away, Silachai throws a big counter combo but Marroquin just gets out of the way.
Silachai fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Marroquin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Silachai circles away quickly and effectively.
Silachai swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marroquin tries to bum rush Silachai with a series of wild strikes but Silachai uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Silachai seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
Good exchange - Marroquin coming out on top.
Marroquin misses the jab.#T2#
Silachai throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Marroquin.
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Silachai throws a nice head kick!
Silachai with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Marroquin to score with a decent uppercut.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It seemed like Marroquin was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
A jab from Marroquin finds it's way through Silachai's defenses.
A head kick misses from Silachai.
Marroquin takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
A combination from Marroquin does no damage.
Silachai lands with a slapping head kick.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
Silachai connects with a crisp jab.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marroquin is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3#
A head kick misses from Silachai.
Marroquin misses with a double jab.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
Silachai dodges the punch combination from Marroquin.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marroquin! But no joy.
Marroquin swinging wildly here.
Silachai avoids the head kick by Marroquin.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marroquin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Silachai.
A head kick misses from Silachai.
Marroquin lands a really nice looking cross but Silachai seems unphased.
Silachai throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
Marroquin throws a head kick but Silachai moves out of range.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head kick from Silachai lands but Marroquin takes it in his stride.
Silachai lands a high kick!
A combination from Marroquin does no damage.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
Marroquin lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Marroquin connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Marroquin's corner calls for a 1-2. Marroquin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Silachai throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Marroquin's head.
Silachai scores with a head kick.
Marroquin takes a kick to the side of the head.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Silachai avoids the head kick by Marroquin.
Silachai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marroquin throws a sloppy head kick and Silachai moves out of range easily.
Marroquin fails to land with a series of punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sitichai Silachai showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Silachai 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sitichai Silachai!
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Date: Nov 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Sanchez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Marroquin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sanchez has a takedown stuffed.
Marroquin pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Sanchez back to the cage. Marroquin follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#
It looks like Leon Pablo Sanchez has been cut.
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
Sanchez wants to clinch up but Marroquin keeps it at a distance.
Marroquin swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marroquin lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Marroquin stuffs the takedown.
Marroquin falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sanchez counters with a three punch combo that has Marroquin backing up. Marroquin nods at Sanchez to acknowledge the strikes.
Sanchez is breathing heavily.
Marroquin loads up on a big right hand but Sanchez slips the punch.
Marroquin swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Sanchez counters with a three punch combo that has Marroquin backing up. Marroquin nods at Sanchez to acknowledge the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Sanchez drives through and clinches with Marroquin against the cage.
Sanchez stalling.
Sanchez tries for a takedown but Marroquin manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leon Pablo Sanchez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Marroquin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sanchez has Marroquin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Marroquin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sanchez has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Marroquin is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Marroquin breaks the clinch.
Marroquin swinging wildly here.
Marroquin misses with a hook
and Sanchez counters with a series of strikes. Marroquin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Marroquin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL#
Sanchez drives through and clinches with Marroquin against the cage.
Sanchez tries to pull guard but Marroquin won't allow it.
#T2#
Sanchez tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC#
Sanchez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Marroquin throws a looping overhand right but Sanchez ducks down to avoid it.
Sanchez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sanchez walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Marroquin misses with a combination
and Sanchez counters with a series of strikes. Marroquin will be more careful next time no doubt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sanchez tries for a takedown but Marroquin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Marroquin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marroquin cracks Sanchez with a good jab.#CL#
Sanchez instigates a clinch.
Marroquin blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T3#
Marroquin has Sanchez pressed against the cage, preventing Sanchez from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Marroquin stops a takedown attempt from Sanchez.
Marroquin is looking to break free of the clinch but Sanchez has double underhooks.
Sanchez wants a takedown but no success here.
Sanchez is trying to drag Marroquin to the mat but Marroquin just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC2#
Marroquin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Marroquin looks to throw the jab but Sanchez is out of range.
Sanchez slips under a jab from Marroquin.
Marroquin misses with a series of wild punches.
Sanchez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sanchez dives in and grabs Marroquin's left leg, looking for a takedown. Marroquin pushes down on Sanchez's head and hops out.
Marroquin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Marroquin with a nice cross.
Marroquin throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL#
and Sanchez moves into the clinch.
Sanchez tries to pull guard but Marroquin won't allow it.
Sanchez is trying to pull guard but Marroquin has him pressed against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvaro Marroquin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Leon Pablo Sanchez's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Sanchez takes one to the side of the head.
Leon Pablo Sanchez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marroquin misses with a double jab.
Sanchez doesn't manage to clinch there - Marroquin circles away.
Marroquin scores with a sloppy right hand. Sanchez should have avoided that one.
Sanchez is looking to clinch.
Marroquin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sanchez walks into a left hand.
A head kick misses from Marroquin.
Alvaro Marroquin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marroquin keeps the fight on the outside.
Sanchez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Marroquin's waist but Marroquin gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sanchez off to one side.
Sanchez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Marroquin is fending him off so far but Sanchez persists. Nope, Marroquin circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marroquin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Marroquin throws a series of punches but Sanchez moves out of range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sanchez shoots for a takedown but Marroquin saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leon Pablo Sanchez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Marroquin scores with a nice right hand.
Marroquin misses the jab.#CL#
Sanchez moves into range and clinches up with Marroquin.
Sanchez is trying to push Marroquin away but Marroquin has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Sanchez wants to break free but Marroquin has control.
#BC2#
Marroquin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marroquin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sanchez closes the distance and clinches up with Marroquin, looking for a takedown. Sanchez pushes Marroquin against the cage but Marroquin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Marroquin thuds his right hand into Sanchez's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Marroquin misses with a head kick.
Sanchez is looking to counter punch.
Sanchez avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sanchez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Some wild striking there from Marroquin.
#T2##CL#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Sanchez moves into range and clinches up with Marroquin.
A short right from Sanchez.
Marroquin prevents Sanchez from breaking the clinch.
Marroquin working hard to break the clinch.
Marroquin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Sanchez breaks from the clinch.
Sanchez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Marroquin might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Marroquin, as that shot connected.
#T3#
Marroquin scores with a one two! Sanchez had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL#
Sanchez has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Sanchez pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Sanchez is looking to cinch up a triangle. Marroquin throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Sanchez's body to avoid the submission. Sanchez has instead reached around Marroquin's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Sanchez arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Leon Pablo Sanchez!
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Date: Nov 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Tolkynbekov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tolkynbekov shoots in but no luck this time.
Tolkynbekov looks winded!
Tolkynbekov fails with the takedown
and Marroquin counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Alvaro Marroquin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Arlan Tolkynbekov.
Marroquin shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tolkynbekov defends it nicely.
Tolkynbekov is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Marroquin misses with a takedown attempt - Tolkynbekov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tolkynbekov.
Arlan Tolkynbekov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tolkynbekov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Marroquin.#CUT#
It looks like Arlan Tolkynbekov has been cut.
Horrible takedown attempt by Marroquin or perhaps it was just good defense by Tolkynbekov, which made it look bad.
Marroquin goes for a double leg but Tolkynbekov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tolkynbekov continues to drive forward.#CL2#
Tolkynbekov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Marroquin, pushing him back against the cage.#T1#
Marroquin stalling against the cage.
#BC2#
Tolkynbekov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marroquin shoots for a double leg takedown but Tolkynbekov sprawls well. He's pushed Marroquin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Marroquin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tolkynbekov tries to avoid it but Marroquin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tolkynbekov to the ground. Tolkynbekov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tolkynbekov shoots in for a double leg but Marroquin sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Marroquin shoots in and drives through. Tolkynbekov sprawls well.
Nice takedown defense from Tolkynbekov. No joy for Marroquin on that attempt.
Tolkynbekov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Marroquin as he jumps to the side.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Tolkynbekov.
Marroquin drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tolkynbekov sprawls and moves away.
Tolkynbekov shoots for a double leg takedown but Marroquin sprawls well. He's pushed Tolkynbekov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Marroquin shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tolkynbekov pinned against the cage. Tolkynbekov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Tolkynbekov unleashes a big counter combination but Marroquin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T2##CL2#
Tolkynbekov moves into range and clinches up with Marroquin.#BC2#
Tolkynbekov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Tolkynbekov darts in and clinches Marroquin up against the cage.
Tolkynbekov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Marroquin after a bit of a struggle.
Tolkynbekov wants to break free but Marroquin has control.
Marroquin is struggling to control the position.#TD2#
Tolkynbekov decides to pull guard.
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.
Marroquin passes Tolkynbekov's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T3#
Tolkynbekov is trying to maintain the position but Marroquin is very close to passing his half guard.
Tolkynbekov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Marroquin jumps into side control!
Tolkynbekov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Marroquin. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Marroquin wants to control but Tolkynbekov is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marroquin is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Tolkynbekov tries to escape but Marroquin is in control. #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.
Marroquin fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Marroquin is looking to take a break and control but Tolkynbekov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Marroquin tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Tolkynbekov struggling a bit here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Arlan Tolkynbekov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Arlan Tolkynbekov's cut.
That's time! Marroquin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Tolkynbekov or perhaps it was just good defense by Marroquin, which made it look bad.
Tolkynbekov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marroquin tries to clinch there but Tolkynbekov circles away.
Marroquin has a takedown stuffed.
Marroquin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tolkynbekov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Marroquin lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Marroquin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tolkynbekov throws a head kick that half lands.
Tolkynbekov swats away the attempt to clinch by Marroquin.
Tolkynbekov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Marroquin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tolkynbekov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Alvaro Marroquin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Marroquin defending well as Tolkynbekov loads up on a big left hand.
Tolkynbekov tries a head kick but it misses.
Marroquin closes the distance and clinches up with Tolkynbekov, looking for a takedown. Marroquin pushes Tolkynbekov against the cage but Tolkynbekov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alvaro Marroquin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marroquin lands a body shot.
Marroquin scores with a three punch combo!
#CL#
Marroquin has closed the distance and engaged Tolkynbekov in a clinch.
Tolkynbekov stalling.
#BC2#
Tolkynbekov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Marroquin closes the distance and clinches up with Tolkynbekov, looking for a takedown. Marroquin pushes Tolkynbekov against the cage but Tolkynbekov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tolkynbekov shoots in for a takedown but Marroquin shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Tolkynbekov gets a clinch.
Tolkynbekov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Marroquin jumps guard but Tolkynbekov stands there with Marroquin around his waist. Marroquin gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#T2#
Tolkynbekov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Tolkynbekov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tolkynbekov goes for a takedown attempt but Marroquin pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Marroquin closes the distance and clinches up with Tolkynbekov, looking for a takedown. Marroquin pushes Tolkynbekov against the cage but Tolkynbekov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Tolkynbekov gets a double leg takedown into Marroquin's guard.#ES#
Marroquin manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tolkynbekov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Marroquin avoids it.
Tolkynbekov tries to pull guard but Marroquin holds him up against the cage and eventually Tolkynbekov drops back down to his feet.
#T3#
Tolkynbekov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Marroquin walks away with a smile on his face. Tolkynbekov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Marroquin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Tolkynbekov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Marroquin explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Tolkynbekov tries to bum rush Marroquin with a series of wild strikes but Marroquin uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Marroquin scores with a body shot.
#TD2#
Tolkynbekov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Marroquin manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alvaro Marroquin is winning the standup battle so far.
Marroquin takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Tolkynbekov tries to clinch up.
Marroquin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T4#
Marroquin dives in and grabs Tolkynbekov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tolkynbekov pushes down on Marroquin's head and hops out.#CL2#
Tolkynbekov clinches with his opponent.
Marroquin goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tolkynbekov prevents it.
Tolkynbekov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Marroquin to keep the fight standing.
Tolkynbekov fails to pull guard.
Tolkynbekov tries to pull guard but Marroquin holds him up against the cage and eventually Tolkynbekov drops back down to his feet.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #TD#
Marroquin gets control of Tolkynbekov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Marroquin will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Tolkynbekov trying to stand up but can't free himself from Marroquin's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvaro Marroquin dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Arlan Tolkynbekov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Marroquin blocks a head kick by Tolkynbekov.
Tolkynbekov tries to clinch but Marroquin is having none of it.
Marroquin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tolkynbekov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Marroquin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tolkynbekov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tolkynbekov wants it to stay on the feet.
Marroquin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Marroquin fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alvaro Marroquin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tolkynbekov.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tolkynbekov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marroquin keeps working. #T1#
Marroquin struggling a bit here.
Tolkynbekov lands some shots froms side control.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tolkynbekov wants to stand but Marroquin is controlling his arm.
Tolkynbekov taking a breather here.
Tolkynbekov is looking to take a break and control but Marroquin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Tolkynbekov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Marroquin looking to control.
Tolkynbekov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Tolkynbekov trying to control the position from guard on top but Marroquin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Marroquin 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Tolkynbekov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tolkynbekov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Tolkynbekov wants to stand but Marroquin is controlling his posture from full guard.
Tolkynbekov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Marroquin works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tolkynbekov trying to control but Marroquin is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
Tolkynbekov closes the distance and clinches.
Tolkynbekov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Marroquin smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Tolkynbekov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Tolkynbekov manages to break the clinch.
Marroquin looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tolkynbekov is fending him off so far but Marroquin persists. Nope, Tolkynbekov circles away and we're back to standing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marroquin tries to clinch but Tolkynbekov is having none of it.
Marroquin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tolkynbekov tries to avoid it but Marroquin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tolkynbekov to the ground. Tolkynbekov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tolkynbekov throws a right hand that Marroquin ducks under and follows up with a left that Marroquin also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Tolkynbekov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Marroquin, pushing him back against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arlan Tolkynbekov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tolkynbekov 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Arlan Tolkynbekov!
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Event:
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Date: Nov 22, 2019 |
#R1#
Marroquin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Barmin tries to avoid it but Marroquin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Barmin to the ground. Barmin escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Barmin moves into range and clinches up with Marroquin.
Barmin goes for a takedown attempt but Marroquin pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Barmin really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#CL#
Barmin moves into the clinch successfully.
Marroquin tries to pull guard but Barmin holds him up against the cage and eventually Marroquin drops back down to his feet.
Marroquin has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Barmin after a bit of a struggle.
Alexei Barmin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alvaro Marroquin.
A bit of stalling here from Barmin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Barmin has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Marroquin uses from the top position.
Marroquin trying to control but Barmin is working from the bottom. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Barmin manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T1#
Marroquin trying to stall but Barmin improves his position.
#BC#
Barmin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marroquin tries to clinch but Barmin is having none of it.
Marroquin fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Barmin avoids it really well and circles away.
Marroquin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Barmin shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Marroquin defends it nicely.
Marroquin moves in looking to clinch but Barmin pushes him off.
Marroquin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Barmin shoots in for a double leg but Marroquin sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sloppy strikes from Barmin. Those never looked like landing.
Marroquin drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Barmin defends it well.
Marroquin shoots in for a takedown but Barmin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Barmin appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Barmin slaps away a takedown attempt from Marroquin, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
Marroquin takes the fight into the clinch.
Marroquin can't break the clinch.
#BC#
Barmin manages to break the clinch.
Barmin misses with a wild combination.
Marroquin fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Marroquin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Barmin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Barmin clinches with his opponent.
Marroquin tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Barmin just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Barmin decides to pull guard.
Marroquin trying to control the position from guard on top but Barmin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barmin wants to sweep but no luck.
Barmin is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Barmin looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4#
Marroquin wants to control from the top but Barmin keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Barmin looking for subs off his back but Marroquin has passed one foot through into half guard.
Marroquin throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexei Barmin dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Marroquin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Barmin's waist but Barmin gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Marroquin off to one side.
Alexei Barmin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marroquin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Marroquin tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Barmin smiles and moves away.
Marroquin avoids the head kick by Barmin.
Marroquin tries to score a power double leg takedown but Barmin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Marroquin somewhat.
Alexei Barmin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alvaro Marroquin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Barmin moves into the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Marroquin is looking to take this one to the mat.#T1#
Barmin jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Marroquin walks away with a smile on his face. Barmin gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Barmin misses the shot to the body.
Marroquin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Barmin is looking for a counter combo.
Barmin scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Barmin misses with a takedown attempt
and Marroquin counters with a nice uppercut.
Barmin shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marroquin but Marroquin pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Marroquin gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Barmin counters by clinching up.
Marroquin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Barmin is defending well for now.
Barmin is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Marroquin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD#
Barmin jumps guard.
#T2#
Barmin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Marroquin wants to control from the top but Barmin keeps moving.
Barmin striking off his back but it's not causing Marroquin any problems. #SUB#
Barmin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Marroquin defends it easily.
Marroquin wants to control from the top but Barmin keeps moving. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Some wild striking there from Barmin.
Barmin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice uppercut there from Marroquin.
Marroquin is looking to land body kicks.
Marroquin has a takedown stuffed.
Marroquin tries to clinch but Barmin is having none of it.
Barmin fails to land the takedown.#T4#
Marroquin shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Barmin tries to counter by clinching up but Marroquin breaks away and moves out of range.
Marroquin is breathing heavily.
Marroquin shoots and misses #CL#
and Barmin holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Barmin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Marroquin has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Barmin after a bit of a struggle.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Barmin tries to pull guard but Marroquin forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marroquin is looking to take this one to the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexei Barmin dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Marroquin misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Barmin clinches with his opponent.
Marroquin fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Barmin is pushing Marroquin up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Marroquin is trying to break free.
Marroquin tries to break free but Barmin pushes him back against the cage.
Barmin has Marroquin pressed against the cage, preventing Marroquin from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Barmin has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Marroquin uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Marroquin is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Marroquin pushing down on Barmin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Barmin controlling the position well.
Barmin tries to get to full guard but Marroquin has control of the leg.
Marroquin wants to pass to mount but Barmin is defending the position.
Barmin wants to get back to his feet.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Barmin has his hands clasped together around Marroquin's back. He's all about the action.
Barmin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Barmin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Barmin throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#T3#
Barmin keeping moving, preventing Marroquin from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Marroquin tries to clinch up.
Marroquin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Barmin as he jumps to the side.
Marroquin fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Alexei Barmin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alvaro Marroquin.
Marroquin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Marroquin keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Barmin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Barmin wants it to stay on the feet.
Barmin has a takedown stuffed.#T4#
Barmin fails to land the takedown.
Marroquin is looking to clinch.
Marroquin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Barmin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL#
Barmin clinches.
Barmin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marroquin can do to turn this around?
Marroquin wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Barmin has him pressed against the cage.
Marroquin tries a body shot but Barmin blocks it.
Marroquin jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Barmin walks away with a smile on his face. Marroquin gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Barmin rushes Marroquin and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Barmin unloads a knee to the mid-section. Marroquin lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Barmin stalling the fight.
Alvaro Marroquin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alexei Barmin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Marroquin misses with some punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexei Barmin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Barmin has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexei Barmin!
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