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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 27, 2020 |
#R1#
King throws the left hand but Al Malik avoids the punch easily.
Al Malik looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#CL#
King pushes Al Malik up against the cage in a clinch.
King lands an elbow just above Al Malik 's eye. #CUT#
It looks like Rasheed Al Malik has been cut.
A right hand to the body from King.
King utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
King lands a shot to the body.
King's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
King lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Al Malik or not.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for King.
King lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
King working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
King manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
King darts in and clinches Al Malik up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
King dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T1#
King working Al Malik over with knees to the body.
King is struggling to control the position.
King lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
King presses Al Malik against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The referee is keeping an eye on King - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#BC#
King breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Will King seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
King decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
King trying to control the pace. #SU#
King stands up out of the half guard. #T2##CL#
King closes the distance and pushes Al Malik back into the cage.
Al Malik is trying to break free.
Al Malik jumps guard but King stands there with Al Malik around his waist. Al Malik gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
King landing knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
King breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
King shoots in looking for a takedown but Al Malik manages to keep the fight standing, pushing King's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Al Malik lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
King moves into range and clinches up with Al Malik.
King unloads a knee to the mid-section.
King scores with a shot to the side of Al Malik's head.
King gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #BC#
King breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice takedown defense from Al Malik. No joy for King on that attempt.
Al Malik is clearly trying to counter these attacks from King with a body shot.#T3##CL#
King gets a clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. King obliges.
King putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Al Malik in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
King stalling.
King lands an uppercut.#BC#
King manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
King has taken the fight to the clinch.
Al Malik's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. King obliges.
King scores a nice knee to the body.
King avoiding damage.
King is struggling to control the position.
King has Al Malik pressed against the cage.
#T4#
King landing knees to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
King escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
King fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Al Malik, pushing him back against the cage.
King is pushing Al Malik up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
King lands a shoulder strike.
King is pushing Al Malik up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
King lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Al Malik backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Will King dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
King looks to land a left hand but Al Malik moved out of range nicely.#CL#
King darts in and clinches Al Malik up against the cage.
King is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Al Malik can do to turn this around?
King softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Al Malik drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC#
King breaks the clinch.
Will King is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
King clinches.
King lands a knee to the head.
King unloads a knee to the mid-section. Al Malik lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice elbow from King.
King working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Al Malik is breathing heavily.
King stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#BC#
King's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
King using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
King lands with a short shot to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from King.
King lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
King lands an elbow that stopped Al Malik in his tracks for a moment.
King lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
King effectively controlling the action here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from King.
The referee is keeping an eye on King - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
King connects with a knee to the head.
#T2#
King landing some nice looking knees to the body.
King stalling the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
King stalling against the cage.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with King for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
King lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Al Malik takes an elbow to the temple. #BC#
King breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
King forces Al Malik back against the cage and clinches.
King taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Will King has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
King breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
King drives through and clinches with Al Malik against the cage.
King is working Al Malik over against the cage.
King with a knee to the head.
#BC#
King escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T3##CL#
King gets a clinch.
King lands with a light punch inside.
King lands with a left to the head.
King lands a nice shot to the body.
King scores with a shoulder strike.
King works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
King is leaning against Al Malik and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC#
King escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
King clinches with his opponent.
King makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
King breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
King closes the distance and clinches.
King working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Al Malik takes a knee right on the jaw!
#T4#
King is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
King works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
King scores a nice knee to the body.
King lands a right hand.
King putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Al Malik in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
King lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Come on King - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
King lands a left hand.
King lands an elbow inside that Al Malik shrugs off.
King slowing the pace effectively.
Al Malik letting King take a breather here.#BC#
King pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Will King dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
King closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
King using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
King lands a knee to the head.
A short right from King.
King digs a right hand underneath Al Malik's ribcage. Al Malik let out a lung full of air as it connected.
King scores with an uppercut up the middle.
King lands with a short head shot on the inside.
King content to slow the pace in the clinch.
King unloads a knee to the mid-section. Al Malik lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
King lands an elbow just above Al Malik 's eye.
King leaning his opponent against the cage.
Al Malik takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
King cracks Al Malik with a nice body shot.#T1#
Knees in the clinch landing for King.
Stalling in the clinch from King.
King lands a nice shot to the body.
King leaning against his opponent.
King lands an elbow that stopped Al Malik in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#
That has opened up Rasheed Al Malik's cut even more.
A bit of stalling here from King.
King lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
King presses Al Malik against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
King breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
King has managed to clinch.
King connects with a knee to the head.
King lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
King utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
King with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
King unloads a knee to the mid-section. Al Malik lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A nice right hand lands inside from King.
King softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
King pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
King connects with a jab.
King misses with a two punch combination.
#CL#
King closes the distance and clinches.
Al Malik takes a knee to the side of the body. #BC#
King breaks the clinch.
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt.#T3##CL#
King clinches up against the cage.
King lands with a right to the head.
King lands a good knee to the midsection. Al Malik won't want to take too many of those.
A right hand to the body from King.
Nice body punch from King.
King's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
King is stalling here.
King holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#T4#
A left hand lands to the body for King.
King connects with a knee to the head.
King using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A hook to the body from King.
King landing knees to the head.
King lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
King lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
King lands a right hand.
King lands a nice knee to the body.
Knees to the body from King.
King lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rasheed Al Malik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Will King is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice body punch from King.
And that's the end of the fight!
Will King showed his dominance in that final round.
Well King 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 30:24
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:24
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Will King!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 23, 2020 |
#R1#
Anatpong fails with the takedown.
Al Malik looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Al Malik throws a leg kick but Anatpong checks it. #CL2#
Anatpong moves into the clinch successfully.
Al Malik tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Anatpong goes for a takedown in the clinch but Al Malik prevents it.
Anatpong doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Anatpong stalling.
Al Malik working hard to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anatpong stops a takedown attempt from Al Malik.
Anatpong has Al Malik pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Al Malik manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rasheed Al Malik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcus Anatpong.
Anatpong is trying to drag Al Malik to the mat but Al Malik just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T1#
Al Malik is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Anatpong is keeping busy.
Anatpong drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC2#
Anatpong breaks from the clinch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Anatpong.
Anatpong fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Al Malik is looking for a counter combo.
Al Malik avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Anatpong with a lazy takedown attempt
and Al Malik counters with a two punch combo.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Anatpong sprawls well. Anatpong wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
Al Malik misses with a body shot.
#CL2#
Anatpong darts in and clinches Al Malik up against the cage.#BC2#
Anatpong breaks from the clinch.
Al Malik shoots in for a double leg but Anatpong sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Anatpong rushes Al Malik and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Anatpong tries to pull guard but Al Malik forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Anatpong dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Al Malik blocking some punches.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T3#
Al Malik changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Anatpong fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Anatpong shoots in looking for a takedown. Al Malik tries to sprawl out of it but Anatpong keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Al Malik manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Anatpong is looking to clinch.
Marcus Anatpong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Anatpong moves into the clinch.
Anatpong drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Al Malik jumps guard but Anatpong stands there with Al Malik around his waist. Al Malik gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Anatpong has Al Malik pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Al Malik manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Al Malik blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4#
Anatpong can't get the takedown.
#BC2#
Anatpong pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Anatpong has Al Malik up against the cage in a clinch.
Anatpong wants to take the fight to the mat but Al Malik manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Come on Anatpong - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#BC2#
Anatpong manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Anatpong moves into range and clinches up with Al Malik.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anatpong is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Anatpong is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Al Malik is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marcus Anatpong dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Anatpong rushes Al Malik and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Anatpong is working for takedown but Al Malik is calmly controlling the position for now.
Al Malik goes for a takedown in the clinch but Anatpong prevents it.
Anatpong jumps guard but Al Malik stands there with Anatpong around his waist. Anatpong gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Al Malik is trying to maintain a safe position but Anatpong gets an underhook and turns Al Malik into the cage.
Anatpong is pressed up against the cage. Al Malik has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Anatpong down to the mat. Anatpong avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD#
Anatpong gets caught napping as Al Malik dives in and scores a takedown. Anatpong manages to retain guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anatpong is looking to stand up but Al Malik isn't so interested in that idea.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Anatpong closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Anatpong breaks the clinch.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#CL2#
Anatpong gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Anatpong tries for a takedown. No joy.
Rasheed Al Malik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcus Anatpong.
Al Malik drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Anatpong gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Anatpong is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Al Malik is defending well for now.#BC2#
Anatpong's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Anatpong gets a clinch.
Anatpong drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Al Malik wants a takedown.
#T3#
Al Malik blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Anatpong lands with a right to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Anatpong. #BC2#
Anatpong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Al Malik has closed the distance and engaged Anatpong in a clinch.
Al Malik looking to stall.
Anatpong drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Al Malik gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Al Malik tries to circle away but Anatpong has him pinned against the cage.
Anatpong landing knees to the body.
#T4##BC2#
Anatpong breaks the clinch.
Anatpong tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Anatpong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Anatpong takes the fight into the clinch.
Anatpong goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Anatpong.
Marcus Anatpong seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Al Malik wants to take the fight to the mat but Anatpong manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Anatpong pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Anatpong clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Anatpong.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2#
Anatpong manages to break the clinch.
Anatpong is looking to clinch but Al Malik is avoiding it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anatpong fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL2#
Anatpong darts in and clinches Al Malik up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marcus Anatpong 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. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Anatpong drives through and clinches with Al Malik against the cage.
Al Malik jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Anatpong walks away with a smile on his face. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Anatpong shoots in but Al Malik avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Al Malik tries to keep at a distance but Anatpong has taken the fight into the clinch.
Anatpong is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Anatpong breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Al Malik rushes Anatpong and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik tries to score a body lock takedown but Anatpong shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2#
Anatpong breaks from the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Anatpong is defended easily by Al Malik.
Rasheed Al Malik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcus Anatpong.#T1##CL2#
Anatpong rushes Al Malik and presses him up against the cage.
Al Malik tries to stall but Anatpong uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#BC2#
Anatpong breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Anatpong throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Al Malik's waist but Al Malik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Anatpong off to one side. #CL2#
Anatpong has taken the fight to the clinch.
Al Malik fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC2#
Anatpong breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Anatpong clinches up against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Anatpong.
Al Malik is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T2#
Al Malik's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Anatpong lands a left hand.
Al Malik has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Anatpong after a bit of a struggle.
Anatpong trying to land knees to the body.
Anatpong tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Anatpong is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Anatpong slows down the pace here.
The crowd are getting on Anatpong's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.#TD2#
Anatpong jumps into guard, dragging Al Malik to the mat.
Anatpong wants to stand but Al Malik is controlling the position. #T3#
Al Malik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Al Malik prevents Anatpong from getting back to his feet.
Anatpong keeping moving, preventing Al Malik from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anatpong wants to get back to his feet but Al Malik is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Anatpong fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Al Malik avoids it really well and circles away.
Rasheed Al Malik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Anatpong moves into the clinch.
Al Malik gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Anatpong.
Anatpong stalling the fight.
Rasheed Al Malik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marcus Anatpong is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Anatpong prevents Al Malik from breaking the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marcus Anatpong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Anatpong 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marcus Anatpong!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 20, 2020 |
#R1#
Emelyanov goes for a double leg but Al Malik avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Al Malik continues to drive forward.
Emelyanov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Emelyanov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Al Malik pinned against the cage. Al Malik gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Emelyanov throws a body punch but Al Malik moves out of range.
Emelyanov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Al Malik counters with a stiff right hand.
Emelyanov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rasheed Al Malik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Emelyanov.#CL2#
Emelyanov closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Emelyanov stalls.
Al Malik is trying to push Emelyanov away but Emelyanov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2#
Emelyanov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt - Emelyanov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Al Malik misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Emelyanov moves out of range of the body kick.#CL2#
Emelyanov clinches up against the cage.
Al Malik is looking to break free of the clinch but Emelyanov has double underhooks. #BC2#
Emelyanov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Emelyanov shoots in for a double leg but Al Malik sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Emelyanov.
Al Malik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Emelyanov looks winded!
Emelyanov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Al Malik fails in his attempt to clinch. #T2#
Al Malik lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Emelyanov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Al Malik throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Al Malik misses with a leg kick.
Emelyanov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Emelyanov shoots and misses
and Al Malik counters with a stiff right hand.
Emelyanov throws a body kick that misses
and Al Malik counters with a series of strikes. Emelyanov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Emelyanov dives in and grabs Al Malik's left leg, looking for a takedown. Al Malik pushes down on Emelyanov's head and hops out.#T3#
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Al Malik walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Emelyanov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #CL2#
Emelyanov clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Emelyanov pulls guard. #SUB2#
Emelyanov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Al Malik has passed into half guard!
Emelyanov has a hand on Al Malik's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Al Malik takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Emelyanov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Emelyanov is trying to stand but he's just given Al Malik his back.#SUB#
Al Malik has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Emelyanov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Al Malik trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Al Malik is trying to control but Emelyanov is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rasheed Al Malik dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Al Malik throws a head kick that misses #CL2#
and Emelyanov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Emelyanov.
Al Malik has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Emelyanov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Al Malik tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Emelyanov smiles and moves away.
Al Malik closes this distance looking for a takedown but Emelyanov circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Emelyanov has closed the distance and engaged Al Malik in a clinch.
Al Malik blocks a body shot from Emelyanov.
Emelyanov has Al Malik pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Al Malik manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Al Malik is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Emelyanov wants to take the fight to the mat but Al Malik manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Emelyanov.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Emelyanov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Emelyanov tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T1#
Emelyanov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Al Malik prevents the takedown attempt.
#BC2#
Emelyanov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Emelyanov clinches.
Emelyanov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#BC2#
Emelyanov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Al Malik dives in for a single leg takedown but Emelyanov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Emelyanov moves into the clinch.
The referee calls for Emelyanov to work.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Emelyanov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #TD#
Al Malik jumps guard.
#T2#
Emelyanov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Al Malik is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Emelyanov is aware though and is defending well.
Al Malik looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Emelyanov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SU2#
Emelyanov stands up and waves to Al Malik to follow him. #T3#
Emelyanov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Al Malik seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Al Malik shoots in for a double leg but Emelyanov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Al Malik misses with an attempted mid kick.
Al Malik leaves Emelyanov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Al Malik is defended easily by Emelyanov.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Emelyanov.
Rasheed Al Malik is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Al Malik defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Emelyanov.
Al Malik shoots in for a double leg but Emelyanov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Emelyanov avoids the head kick by Al Malik.
Emelyanov shoots in for a takedown but Al Malik shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Al Malik looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Emelyanov fails with a takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Malik closes the distance and clinches up with Emelyanov, looking for a takedown. Al Malik pushes Emelyanov against the cage but Emelyanov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Emelyanov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vladimir Emelyanov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Horrible takedown attempt by Emelyanov or perhaps it was just good defense by Al Malik, which made it look bad.
No joy there for Al Malik, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Al Malik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Emelyanov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Al Malik, pushing him back against the cage.
Emelyanov slowing the pace effectively.
Emelyanov can't find room to land a body shot as Al Malik controls the action.
#TD2#
Emelyanov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Al Malik uses from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Emelyanov wants to sweep but no luck.
Al Malik trying to control but Emelyanov is working from the bottom.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Emelyanov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Al Malik has picked Emelyanov up and slammed him! Emelyanov can't keep hold of the triangle and Al Malik manages to pass to side control!#T1#
Emelyanov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Emelyanov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Al Malik trying to control the action but Emelyanov is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Emelyanov pushes Al Malik away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Al Malik gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Emelyanov looking for a sweep but Al Malik has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Emelyanov tries to hold on but Al Malik pushes him away.
Emelyanov gets back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Emelyanov wants to get back to full guard.#ES2#
Emelyanov has one foot on Al Malik's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Al Malik with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Emelyanov counters by clinching up. #T3#
Al Malik is trying to pull guard but Emelyanov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Emelyanov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Al Malik gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Emelyanov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Al Malik. #TD#
Al Malik ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Al Malik no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Emelyanov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SU2#
Emelyanov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Emelyanov circles away easily
and Emelyanov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Emelyanov fails with a takedown attempt.
Al Malik appears to be looking for a big counter.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Emelyanov as he avoids it easily.
Emelyanov dives in and grabs Al Malik's left leg, looking for a takedown. Al Malik pushes down on Emelyanov's head and hops out.
Emelyanov misses with a takedown
and Al Malik counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Emelyanov fails to land with a series of punches.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Emelyanov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Emelyanov thows a leg kick but Al Malik checks it
and Al Malik counters with a three punch combo that has Emelyanov backing up. Emelyanov nods at Al Malik to acknowledge the strikes.#TD2#
Emelyanov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Al Malik to the mat! Al Malik manages to get full guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SU2#
Emelyanov stands up from Al Malik's guard - Emelyanov perhaps looking for a knockout.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vladimir Emelyanov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Emelyanov 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vladimir Emelyanov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 18, 2020 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Miletic or perhaps it was just good defense by Al Malik, which made it look bad.
Miletic stuffs the takedown attempt from Al Malik. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Miletic is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Miletic circles away and we're back to standing.
Miletic misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Al Malik moves into the clinch.
Miletic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Al Malik backwards.
Al Malik is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD2#
Al Malik ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Al Malik no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik controlling the position.
Miletic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Al Malik is keeping the position for now.
Al Malik has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Miletic has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Miletic trying to control the position from guard on top but Al Malik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Al Malik is controlling Miletic's posture.
Al Malik's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Miletic preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Al Malik tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Al Malik is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Miletic clinches with his opponent.
Miletic is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Miron Miletic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Al Malik tries to pull guard but Miletic won't allow it.
Al Malik trying to land knees to the body.
Miletic cracks Al Malik with a nice body shot.#BC#
Miletic breaks from the clinch.
Al Malik doesn't manage to clinch there - Miletic circles away.
#T3#
Miletic shoots in but Al Malik avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Miletic is breathing heavily.
Al Malik shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Miletic pinned against the cage. Miletic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Miletic throws a big counter combination but Al Malik scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
Miletic moves into the clinch.
Al Malik looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Miletic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Al Malik avoids a kick to the body.
Miletic with a poor takedown
and Al Malik counters with a left and a right that stings Miletic. #T4#
Al Malik shoots in but no luck this time.
A quick step to the side and Miletic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice sprawl there from Al Malik as Miletic shoots in.
Miletic shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Miletic as he jumps to the side.
Miletic displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Al Malik.
Al Malik shoots in but Miletic avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Malik dives in for a single leg takedown but Miletic sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown but Miletic manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Al Malik's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nice takedown defense from Al Malik. No joy for Miletic on that attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Miron Miletic dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Miletic lands a head kick. Al Malik smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Miletic as he avoids it easily.
Al Malik shoots for a takedown but Miletic saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Al Malik scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Al Malik leaves Miletic with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Miletic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Miron Miletic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Miletic sprawls well. Miletic wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Miletic shoots in but Al Malik avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Miletic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A jab from Miletic misses.
Miron Miletic is winning the standup battle so far.
Al Malik shoots for a double leg takedown but Miletic sprawls well. He's pushed Al Malik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Miletic shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Miletic moves into range and clinches up with Al Malik.#BC#
Miletic manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Miletic drives through and clinches with Al Malik against the cage.
Miletic can't get the takedown.
#T2##BC#
Miletic breaks from the clinch.
Miletic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Al Malik cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Miletic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Miletic appears to be looking for a big counter.
Al Malik stuffs the takedown.
Al Malik looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Miletic swats away the attempt to clinch by Al Malik.
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Miletic is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Miletic circles away and we're back to standing.
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Miletic is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Miletic circles away and we're back to standing.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Miletic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Miletic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Al Malik doesn't manage to clinch there - Miletic circles away.
#T3#
Miletic misses with a head kick.
Miletic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Horrible takedown attempt by Miletic or perhaps it was just good defense by Al Malik, which made it look bad.
Miletic dives in and grabs Al Malik's left leg, looking for a takedown. Al Malik pushes down on Miletic's head and hops out.
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt.
Al Malik goes for a double leg but Miletic avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Miletic continues to drive forward.#CL#
Miletic closes the distance and pushes Al Malik back into the cage.
Miletic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Al Malik can do to turn this around?#T4#
Miletic manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Al Malik is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Miletic is defending well.
Miletic is trying to pull guard but Al Malik has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Miletic breaks from the clinch.
A good leg kick by Miletic.
Al Malik fails with the takedown.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Miletic closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Miron Miletic dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
A head kick misses from Al Malik.
Al Malik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Miletic tries to avoid it but Al Malik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Miletic to the ground. Miletic escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Miletic lands with a kick to the temple. Al Malik shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#
It looks like Rasheed Al Malik has been cut.
Miletic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Al Malik paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Miletic shoots in and drives through. Al Malik sprawls well.
Miletic shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Al Malik pinned against the cage. Al Malik gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Miletic tries to avoid it but Al Malik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Miletic to the ground. Miletic escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Miletic wants to clinch up but Al Malik keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Al Malik instigates a clinch.
Al Malik stalling in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Miletic looking to throw knees to the head but Al Malik is blocking nicely.
Al Malik jumps guard but Miletic stands there with Al Malik around his waist. Al Malik gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Miron Miletic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Al Malik is working for takedown but Miletic is calmly controlling the position for now.
A bit of stalling here from Miletic.
Al Malik wants a takedown.
Miletic tries to pull guard but Al Malik holds him up against the cage and eventually Miletic drops back down to his feet.
Miletic is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Al Malik to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Al Malik pulls guard.
Al Malik working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
Al Malik lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Al Malik stopping the sweep attempt from Miletic.
Al Malik is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Miletic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Al Malik.
Miletic is looking to stand back up but Al Malik counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Miletic. #T3#
Al Malik content to control rather than advance.
Miletic avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Al Malik.
Al Malik thows a huge punch but Miletic dodges it nicely.
Al Malik takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Let's hope that Al Malik has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Miletic avoids the head kick by Al Malik.
#CL2#
Al Malik instigates a clinch.
Al Malik tries to circle away but Miletic has him pinned against the cage.
Al Malik is looking to take this one to the mat.
Miletic wants a takedown.
Miletic tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Al Malik just stands there and leans against the cage.
Al Malik gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Miletic.
Al Malik jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Miletic walks away with a smile on his face. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rasheed Al Malik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Miron Miletic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Miletic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rasheed Al Malik comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Miletic 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Miron Miletic!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 16, 2020 |
#R1#
Bayasgalan shoots in looking for a takedown. Al Malik tries to sprawl out of it but Bayasgalan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Al Malik manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A quick step to the side and Al Malik tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bayasgalan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bayasgalan tries for a takedown but Al Malik sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Bayasgalan closes the distance and pushes Al Malik back into the cage.
Bayasgalan keeps control of Al Malik as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Al Malik blocks an elbow strike from Bayasgalan.
Al Malik wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bayasgalan is trying to pull guard but Al Malik turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Rasheed Al Malik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bayarmandakh Bayasgalan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Bayasgalan manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bayasgalan jumps guard but Al Malik turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T1##TD2#
Bayasgalan drags the fight down to the ground.
Al Malik throwing strikes from guard but Bayasgalan blocks nicely.
Bayasgalan is pulling down on Al Malik's head. It's preventing any offense from Al Malik, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Al Malik got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bayasgalan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Al Malik has managed to get both his arms back between Bayasgalan's legs - danger averted.
Bayasgalan is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Bayasgalan working for submissions but it's allowed Al Malik to get to half guard.
#T2#
Bayasgalan is concentrating on defense, preventing Al Malik from advancing position.
Al Malik trying to pass the guard but Bayasgalan defending well.
Bayasgalan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Bayasgalan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Al Malik defends it easily.
Al Malik trying to control but Bayasgalan is working from the bottom. #T3#
Bayasgalan is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Bayasgalan working for submissions but it's allowed Al Malik to get to half guard.
Bayasgalan punching from the bottom.
Bayasgalan is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bayasgalan is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Bayasgalan is not content to let Al Malik control the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bayasgalan.
Bayasgalan fails with a takedown attempt.
Al Malik drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bayasgalan sprawls and moves away.
Al Malik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bayasgalan.
Al Malik half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bayasgalan misses with a combination
and Al Malik counters with a nice uppercut.
Al Malik moves in looking to clinch but Bayasgalan pushes him off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bayarmandakh Bayasgalan will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
That's time! Al Malik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Bayasgalan shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Al Malik tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Bayasgalan wants to pass the guard but Al Malik is defending well.
Al Malik wants to improve his position but Bayasgalan is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bayasgalan tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Al Malik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bayasgalan stalling. #T1#
Bayasgalan tries to pass to full mount but Al Malik defends it. #SUB2#
Bayasgalan is working for an americana but Al Malik has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Bayasgalan was thinking about the submission.#SUB#
Al Malik throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bayasgalan is looking to pass into half guard but Al Malik pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Al Malik is in guard.#REVR##T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bayasgalan is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Al Malik is controlling him.
Bayasgalan is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bayasgalan can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bayasgalan trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Bayasgalan throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Al Malik escapes and throws Bayasgalan's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Bayasgalan is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Bayasgalan trying to control but Al Malik flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Bayasgalan trying to control the action but Al Malik just sinks the hooks in.
Bayasgalan tries to roll but Al Malik sticks to his back.
Bayasgalan wants to control his opponent's hands but Al Malik gets his hands free.
Al Malik keeps control of the position as Bayasgalan tries to break free.
Bayasgalan is still trying to improve position.
Bayasgalan really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Al Malik. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
Bayasgalan keeps trying to improve his position.
Rasheed Al Malik overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bayasgalan is keeping busy.
Bayasgalan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Al Malik is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU#
Al Malik decides to return to a standing position. #TD2#
Bayasgalan throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Al Malik tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bayasgalan is in Al Malik's guard.#SUB#
Al Malik escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bayasgalan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rasheed Al Malik will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
A jab from Bayasgalan misses. #TD2#
Bayasgalan looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bayasgalan slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik trying to hold on to Bayasgalan's head to control him but Bayasgalan postures up.
#T1#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bayasgalan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Al Malik with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Bayasgalan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Al Malik with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bayasgalan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bayasgalan wants to free his trapped foot but Al Malik is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bayasgalan not doing much here.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bayasgalan wants to stand up but Al Malik has a hold of him and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Al Malik shoots in for a double leg but Bayasgalan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bayasgalan shoots in for a takedown but Al Malik shows good takedown defense. #TD2#
Bayasgalan closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Al Malik to the mat! Al Malik manages to get full guard.
Bayasgalan controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Bayasgalan is continuing to stall.
Bayasgalan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Al Malik is keeping the position for now.
Bayasgalan seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Bayasgalan lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bayasgalan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Al Malik is keeping the position for now.
Al Malik is trying to keep Bayasgalan in close.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Bayasgalan shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bayasgalan stalling.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bayarmandakh Bayasgalan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bayasgalan 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:29
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Bayarmandakh Bayasgalan!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 13, 2020 |
#R1#
Klose tries for a takedown but Al Malik circles away easily
and Al Malik counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Al Malik looks winded!
Klose shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Al Malik defends it nicely.
Al Malik tries to counter by closing the distance.
Klose shoots in for a double leg but Al Malik sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bastian Klose. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Klose shoots for a takedown but Al Malik saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Klose shoots in and drives through. Al Malik sprawls well.
Klose fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Klose is looking to counter the offense by Al Malik and move into the clinch.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Klose.
Klose throws a right hand that Al Malik ducks under and follows up with a left that Al Malik also avoids with ease.
Al Malik steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Klose.#T1#
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Klose sprawls well.#CL#
Klose drives through and clinches with Al Malik against the cage.
Klose stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#TD#
Klose pulls guard.
Klose throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Klose manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Al Malik manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Klose slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
Klose postures up and lands a big shot to Al Malik's brow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Klose slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Klose is in close to Al Malik's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Klose showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SU#
Klose stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T3##CL#
Klose fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Al Malik, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Klose drags the fight down to the ground.
Klose wants to sweep here but Al Malik controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Klose has his foot on Al Malik's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Al Malik works his way back into a safe position though.
Klose looking to hit a scissor sweep but Al Malik is one step ahead there.
Klose is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T4#
Al Malik trying to control but Klose is working from the bottom.
Klose pulls Al Malik in to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Klose looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Al Malik is fending him off so far but Klose persists. Nope, Al Malik circles away and we're back to standing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Klose tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Al Malik swivels and escapes.
Klose misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Al Malik follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bastian Klose dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Klose has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Klose breaks the clinch.
Klose turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Klose fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Al Malik fails with the takedown.
Klose scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Klose shoots in looking for a takedown. Al Malik tries to sprawl out of it but Klose keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Al Malik manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1##CL#
Klose moves into the clinch.
Al Malik is breathing heavily.#BC#
Klose breaks the clinch.
Klose is trying hard to land a takedown here. Al Malik sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bastian Klose. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Klose gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Al Malik prevents a takedown attempt there.
Klose lands a hook to the side of the head.
Klose's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#BC#
Klose escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Klose shoots in looking for a takedown. Al Malik tries to sprawl out of it but Klose keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Al Malik manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bastian Klose is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Al Malik stuffs the takedown attempt from Klose. Klose gets slowly back to his feet.
Al Malik swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Klose has managed to clinch.
Klose tries for a takedown but Al Malik manages to get underhooks.
Klose is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Al Malik can do to turn this around?
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Klose.
Klose trying to land knees to the body.
#TD#
Klose pulls Al Malik into guard.
#T3#
Klose pulls Al Malik in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Klose is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Al Malik rolls with it to try and escape but Klose cranks on the arm and Al Malik is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bastian Klose!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 10, 2020 |
#R1#
Stardust throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stardust throws a hook to the side of Al Malik's head but Al Malik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Al Malik now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Stardust misses the jab.
Al Malik moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Stardust keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Al Malik throws a leg kick but Stardust sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Al Malik checks a leg kick nicely.
A lazy left from Stardust finds it's target.#CUT#
It looks like Rasheed Al Malik has been cut.
Stardust throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Al Malik looks for a takedown but Stardust sprawls well.
Al Malik needs to keep his hands up - Stardust had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stardust missing with a left hand there. Al Malik was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Al Malik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Stardust defends it well.
Al Malik ducks under a wild hook from Stardust.
Stardust thows a left - swing and a miss!
Al Malik darts in looking for a takedown but Stardust gets double underhooks and turns Al Malik into the cage.
Ziggy Stardust has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Nice takedown defense from Stardust. No joy for Al Malik on that attempt. #T1#
Stardust keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
An inside leg kick from Stardust misses. #CL#
Stardust closes the distance and pushes Al Malik back into the cage.
Al Malik can't break the clinch.
#BC#
Stardust's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Al Malik fails in his attempt to clinch.
Stardust darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Al Malik gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Stardust looks to throw the jab but Al Malik is out of range.
Al Malik steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Stardust.
Al Malik takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Stardust pivots, looking for a leg kick but Al Malik is out of range and Stardust settles back down.
Al Malik walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Stardust checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Al Malik drops his hands momentarily and Stardust takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Stardust has Al Malik up against the cage in a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Stardust digs a right hand underneath Al Malik's ribcage. Al Malik let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Stardust escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Al Malik shoots in but Stardust avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Stardust appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL#
Stardust gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Stardust lands a hook that snaps the head of Al Malik backwards.
Al Malik drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Stardust gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Stardust lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Stardust pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Stardust throws the left hand but Al Malik avoids the punch easily.
Stardust scores with a decent looking hook.
Stardust fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Al Malik looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Stardust feinted with a counter takedown.#CL#
Stardust rushes Al Malik and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T3#
Stardust lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Stardust tries a knee to the head but Al Malik blocks it.
Stardust pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Stardust makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Stardust manages to break the clinch.
Stardust cracks Al Malik with a good jab.#CL#
Stardust instigates a clinch.
Stardust working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
Stardust escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice shot by Stardust.
Stardust takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Stardust moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Stardust shows good takedown defense.
A jab lands there for Stardust.
Stardust throws a big shot that misses.
Stardust sets himself, and Al Malik steps forward looking for the clinch! Stardust avoids it this time.
Al Malik closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #ROC#
Al Malik is rocked!#T4#
Stardust looks to land a right hand but Al Malik moved out of range.
Al Malik is still on wobbly legs! Can Stardust finish him?
Al Malik tries to clinch up.
Stardust attempts a counter takedown but Al Malik avoids it well and moves away.
Al Malik seems to have recovered his senses.
Stardust misses with a looping right.
Al Malik feints the counter takedown.
Al Malik tries to clinch up.
Stardust tries to counter with a takedown but Al Malik is quick to defend against it.
The crowd cheers as Stardust lands an impressive looking overhand right. Al Malik doesn't seem phased though.
Al Malik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Al Malik is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Ziggy Stardust is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stardust throws a shot from downtown. Al Malik moves away and avoids it.
Stardust lands a nice looking body shot.
Stardust lands with a shot to the body.
Stardust throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Al Malik stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Al Malik looks winded!
Stardust listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Stardust throws a low kick but Al Malik moves out of range easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed right hand from Stardust misses the target.
Stardust misses with a hook.
The fighters circle momentarily. Stardust darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nice sprawl there from Stardust as Al Malik shoots in.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ziggy Stardust dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Stardust connects with a body shot.
Stardust throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stardust keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
Stardust has closed the distance and engaged Al Malik in a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Stardust. #BC#
Stardust escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Stardust's jab looks to have found its range, popping Al Malik under the eye.
Stardust misses with a body shot.
Stardust tries to score with a low kick but Al Malik moves his leg out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Al Malik tries to keep at a distance but Stardust has taken the fight into the clinch.
Stardust lands a body shot in the clinch.
#BC#
Stardust breaks from the clinch.
Stardust cracks Al Malik with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT#
That has opened up Rasheed Al Malik's cut even more.#T1#
Stardust misses the jab.
Ziggy Stardust is winning the standup battle so far.
Stardust throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Stardust swings widly with a right hand
and Al Malik counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL#
Stardust moves into the clinch.
Al Malik throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Stardust breaks from the clinch.
Al Malik slips under a jab.
Al Malik takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Stardust is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Al Malik can do to turn this around?
Stardust misses with a looping right.
Stardust tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Stardust throws an overhand right that lands on Al Malik's shoulder, as Al Malik tries to avoid the shot.
Al Malik doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ziggy Stardust seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stardust scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Stardust tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Al Malik was well out of range. Poor timing from Stardust.
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Stardust is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Stardust circles away and we're back to standing.
Stardust throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Al Malik shoots for a takedown but Stardust saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ziggy Stardust has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Al Malik is breathing heavily.#T2#
Stardust lands with a good body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stardust jabs Al Malik to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Al Malik is trying desperately to land a takedown but Stardust is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Al Malik.#CL#
Stardust moves into the clinch successfully.
Stardust lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Al Malik backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Stardust creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Stardust breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Stardust clobbers Al Malik with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Stardust throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Stardust lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Al Malik looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Stardust throws a low kick but Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Stardust jabs Al Malik to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Stardust ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Al Malik moves away.
Al Malik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stardust.
Al Malik feints the counter takedown.#T3#
Stardust connects with a body shot that sends Al Malik's belly button to the back.#CL#
Stardust moves into the clinch successfully.
A nice right hand lands inside from Stardust.
Al Malik tries to pull guard but Stardust holds him up against the cage and eventually Al Malik drops back down to his feet.
Stardust lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Stardust pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Stardust looks to land a left hand but Al Malik moved out of range nicely.
Stardust tests Al Malik's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Stardust escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Al Malik takes one on the button.#CL#
Al Malik tries to keep at a distance but Stardust has taken the fight into the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stardust tries to land a knee to the head but Al Malik blocks with his arms.
#T4#
Al Malik is looking for a takedown.
Stardust lands a body shot in the clinch.
Al Malik fails to pull guard.
#BC#
Stardust escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rasheed Al Malik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Stardust has managed to clinch.
Al Malik goes for a takedown in the clinch but Stardust prevents it.
#BC#
Stardust pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Stardust swings for the body but Al Malik moves out of range.
Al Malik takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Good standup being displayed there by Stardust as he connects with a hook.
Al Malik pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Al Malik uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stardust.
Good shot there by Stardust.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ziggy Stardust dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown. Stardust tries to sprawl out of it but Al Malik keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Stardust manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Al Malik closes the distance and clinches up with Stardust, looking for a takedown. Al Malik pushes Stardust against the cage but Stardust circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Stardust throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Stardust has taken the fight to the clinch.
Stardust works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Al Malik takes a shot to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Stardust.
Stardust with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Stardust.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stardust lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Stardust lands a nice shot to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Stardust.
Al Malik takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Stardust.
Stardust creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T1#
Stardust lands with a short shot to the head.
Stardust lands a body punch in the clinch.
Stardust lands an uppercut.
Stardust scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Al Malik is trying to drag Stardust to the mat but Stardust just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Ziggy Stardust has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.#BC#
Stardust escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A big right from Stardust misses.
Stardust avoids the head kick by Al Malik.
Nice straight punches there by Stardust. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Stardust.
Stardust jabs Al Malik to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Stardust connects with the punch.#CUT#
The cut above Rasheed Al Malik's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Stardust punishes Al Malik's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stardust looks to score with a jab to the body but Al Malik is just out of range.
Al Malik feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Stardust connects with a single shot there.
Stardust connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Al Malik momentarily.
Stardust drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Al Malik right on the button. Al Malik goes down! Stardust follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Stardust gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ziggy Stardust!
Ziggy Stardust thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 22, 2020 |
#R1#
Al Malik rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lee moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lee throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Al Malik's waist but Al Malik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lee off to one side.
Al Malik stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Al Malik wants it to stay on the feet.
Lee gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Al Malik counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chung Woo Lee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Al Malik tries to clinch there but Lee circles away.
#CL#
Lee has closed the distance and engaged Al Malik in a clinch.
Al Malik prevents a takedown attempt there.
Lee is stalling here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Lee breaks the clinch.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lee as he avoids it easily. #CL#
Lee moves into the clinch.#BC#
Lee manages to break the clinch.
#T1#
Al Malik fails to land the takedown.
Al Malik shoots in but Lee avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lee shoots in but Al Malik avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lee tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Al Malik defends well and Lee ends up having to push Al Malik into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Lee moves into the clinch.
Lee is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC#
Lee pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lee misses with the combination.
#T2##CL#
Lee clinches. #BC#
Lee breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Al Malik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Lee was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lee closes this distance looking for a takedown but Al Malik circles away.
And Al Malik tries to counter it with a takedown but Lee pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lee stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lee wants it to stay on the feet.
Lee is trying hard to land a takedown here. Al Malik sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Al Malik tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Al Malik.
#CL#
Lee darts in and clinches Al Malik up against the cage.
Lee jumps guard but Al Malik turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Al Malik is pressed up against the cage. Lee has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Al Malik down to the mat. Al Malik avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lee looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Al Malik is fending him off so far but Lee persists. Nope, Al Malik circles away and we're back to standing.
Lee is breathing heavily.#T3#
Al Malik darts in looking for a takedown but Lee gets double underhooks and turns Al Malik into the cage.
Nice takedown defense from Al Malik. No joy for Lee on that attempt.
Al Malik has a takedown stuffed.
Al Malik fails to land the takedown.
No luck for Al Malik with that takedown attempt.
Lee throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Al Malik counters with a left and a right that stings Lee.
Lee fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Lee takes the fight into the clinch. #T4##BC#
Lee breaks the clinch.
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt.
Lee misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Lee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lee dives in and grabs Al Malik's left leg, looking for a takedown. Al Malik pushes down on Lee's head and hops out.
Al Malik is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Al Malik circles away from the clinch attempt
and Al Malik connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chung Woo Lee dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Lee misses with a two punch combination.
Al Malik fails with the takedown
letting Lee counter with a right hand.
Al Malik fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Lee has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Lee jumps guard.
Al Malik pushing down on Lee's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lee knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Al Malik on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik is thwarting Lee's attempts to control the position.
Lee holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T1##SU2#
Al Malik stands up and beckons Lee to join him on the feet. #TD#
Lee gets the takedown into side control.
Lee is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Al Malik can do to turn this around?
Al Malik struggling a bit here.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Al Malik is trying to improve his position.
An elbow from Lee crashes against the mat.
Al Malik sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Al Malik has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lee is working away from the top position though.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lee thows a huge punch but Al Malik dodges it nicely.
Al Malik is trying to control but can't.
Lee keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Al Malik trying to control from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Al Malik is looking to clinch.
Lee seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Al Malik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lee tries to avoid it but Al Malik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lee to the ground. Lee escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Lee seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Chung Woo Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Al Malik fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Lee darts in and clinches Al Malik up against the cage.#T3#
Al Malik tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A short uppercut from Lee.
Lee has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Al Malik avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Lee jumps guard and drags Al Malik to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Lee looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lee has control of Al Malik's left arm, preventing Al Malik from doing any damage. #SUB#
Lee has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Al Malik can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Al Malik is one step ahead there. #T4#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lee holds on and takes a little breather.
Lee working a defensive guard but Al Malik passes into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lee wants to control but Al Malik is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lee is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chung Woo Lee dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lee shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Al Malik sprawls well. Al Malik wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lee gets slowly back to his feet.
Lee looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Al Malik is fending him off so far but Lee persists. Nope, Al Malik circles away and we're back to standing.
Lee tries to score a power double leg takedown but Al Malik sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lee somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chung Woo Lee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Al Malik doesn't manage to clinch there - Lee circles away.
Lee misses with a takedown attempt - Al Malik sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik darts in looking for a takedown but Lee gets double underhooks and turns Al Malik into the cage.
Al Malik goes for a double leg but Lee avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lee continues to drive forward.
Lee is looking to clinch. #T1#
Lee fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Lee instigates a clinch.
Al Malik is trying to break free.#BC#
Lee manages to break the clinch.
Al Malik stuffs the takedown attempt from Lee. Lee gets slowly back to his feet.
Al Malik misses with a head kick.
Lee shoots for a takedown but Al Malik saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lee misses with a hook.
Chung Woo Lee is winning the standup battle so far.
Lee shoots in but Al Malik avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Some wild striking there from Lee.
#T2#
Lee tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Al Malik defends well and Lee ends up having to push Al Malik into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Al Malik is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lee sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Al Malik pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Lee was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Al Malik circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lee keeps the fight on the outside.
Al Malik fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lee throws a body punch but Al Malik moves out of range.
Lee takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Al Malik tries to clinch but Lee moves out of range.
Lee keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Lee went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T3#
Al Malik fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lee throws a head kick but Al Malik moves out of range.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Lee shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Al Malik darts in looking for a takedown but Lee gets double underhooks and turns Al Malik into the cage.
Al Malik missing with a left hand there. Lee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Al Malik lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lee at a distance.
#CL#
Al Malik gets tackled into the cage by Lee. Lee maintains the clinch.
Al Malik prevents a takedown attempt there.
Lee tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Al Malik just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lee is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Al Malik to keep the fight standing.#T4#
Lee tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Al Malik smiles and moves away.
Al Malik tries to clinch up but Lee circles away and keeps his distance.
Lee takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Some bone on bone action there as Lee checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lee keeps the fight on the outside.
Lee blocks the body kick.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown. Lee tries to sprawl out of it but Al Malik keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lee manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
As Al Malik looks to move away, Lee throws a big counter combo but Al Malik just gets out of the way.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Al Malik shoots in but Lee avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Rasheed Al Malik.
Well Lee 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 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chung Woo Lee!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 31, 2020 |
#R1#
Al Malik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Julyfeather changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Julyfeather swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Julyfeather feints the counter takedown.
Al Malik fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A lazy left from Julyfeather finds it's target.
Julyfeather misses with a wild body shot.
Julyfeather tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Al Malik was well out of range. Poor timing from Julyfeather.
Al Malik is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Julyfeather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Julyfeather throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Julyfeather slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Julyfeather shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
And Julyfeather tries to counter it with a takedown but Al Malik pushes his down on his head and steps out.
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 misses with a low kick.
#T1#
Julyfeather fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Julyfeather paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Julyfeather with the counter takedown but Al Malik avoids it easily.
Julyfeather uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Al Malik dives in and grabs Julyfeather's left leg, looking for a takedown. Julyfeather pushes down on Al Malik's head and hops out.
Al Malik avoids a punch combination nicely.
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt - Julyfeather sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Al Malik closes this distance looking for a takedown but Julyfeather circles away.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch but Julyfeather swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T2#
Al Malik with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Julyfeather counters by clinching up.
Al Malik tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Julyfeather avoids it.#BC2#
Julyfeather breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Julyfeather avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Julyfeather swats away the attempt to clinch by Al Malik.
Al Malik throws a solid leg kick but Julyfeather takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Al Malik.
And Julyfeather tries to counter it with a takedown but Al Malik pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Al Malik misses with an uppercut.
Julyfeather walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Horrible takedown attempt by Al Malik or perhaps it was just good defense by Julyfeather, which made it look bad. #T3#
Julyfeather tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Al Malik was well out of range. Poor timing from Julyfeather.
Rasheed Al Malik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch but Julyfeather swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Julyfeather with the counter takedown but Al Malik avoids it easily.
Julyfeather lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Al Malik throws a leg kick but Julyfeather moved away.
Julyfeather changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Al Malik throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Julyfeather moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Julyfeather escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice uppercut there from Julyfeather.
Julyfeather connects with a nice looking jab.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Julyfeather swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Horrible takedown attempt by Al Malik or perhaps it was just good defense by Julyfeather, which made it look bad. #T4#
Julyfeather swings for the body but Al Malik moves out of range.
Al Malik fails with an attempt to clinch.
Al Malik needs to keep his hands up - Julyfeather had a free shot at his head there.
Julyfeather throws a jab when Al Malik was well out of range.
Al Malik takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Al Malik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Julyfeather fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Julyfeather lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown. Julyfeather tries to sprawl out of it but Al Malik keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Julyfeather manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Julyfeather changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roger Julyfeather 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#
Julyfeather scores with a body shot.
Al Malik takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Julyfeather swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nice shot by Julyfeather.
Horrible takedown attempt by Al Malik or perhaps it was just good defense by Julyfeather, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Julyfeather connects with a body shot.#T1#
Al Malik tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Julyfeather with the counter takedown but Al Malik avoids it easily.
Al Malik dives in for a single leg takedown but Julyfeather sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Julyfeather connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Al Malik shoots in but no luck this time.
Julyfeather with the counter takedown but Al Malik avoids 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 throws a head kick but Julyfeather moves out of range.
Al Malik fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Julyfeather avoids it really well and circles away.
Julyfeather lands a jab to Al Malik's midsection.#T2#
Al Malik doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Julyfeather jabs Al Malik to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Julyfeather tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Al Malik was well out of range. Poor timing from Julyfeather.
Al Malik seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Julyfeather stuffs the takedown attempt from Al Malik. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
Julyfeather has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Julyfeather circles away from the clinch attempt.
Julyfeather slaps away a takedown attempt from Al Malik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Roger Julyfeather is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Al Malik wants to clinch up but Julyfeather keeps it at a distance.
And Julyfeather tries to counter it with a takedown but Al Malik pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Al Malik fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Al Malik tries to clinch there but Julyfeather circles away.
Julyfeather's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Julyfeather duly obliges.
Al Malik shoots for a double leg takedown but Julyfeather sprawls well. He's pushed Al Malik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Julyfeather feints the counter takedown.
Al Malik looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And Julyfeather tries to counter it with a takedown but Al Malik pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Julyfeather avoids the head kick by Al Malik.
Julyfeather ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Julyfeather moves out of range of the body kick.#T4#
Al Malik takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Julyfeather scores with a nice right hand.
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Julyfeather sprawls well.
Julyfeather lands a nice hook to Al Malik's body. Al Malik takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice shot by Julyfeather.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Julyfeather but Julyfeather pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Julyfeather with the counter takedown but Al Malik avoids it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Julyfeather lands a nice shot to the body.
Julyfeather scores with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roger Julyfeather showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Julyfeather lands a body shot.
Julyfeather throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Al Malik falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL2#
and Julyfeather moves into the clinch.
Al Malik tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Julyfeather breaks the clinch.
Al Malik with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Julyfeather throws a body shot but no joy.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown but Julyfeather manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Al Malik's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Julyfeather feints the counter takedown.
Al Malik rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Julyfeather moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Julyfeather swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Julyfeather lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Julyfeather works over Al Malik's head and body with a nice combination.
No luck for Al Malik with that takedown attempt.
And Julyfeather tries to counter it with a takedown but Al Malik pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Julyfeather connects with a single shot there.
A shot to the liver by Julyfeather. Beautiful body shot.
Julyfeather stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Julyfeather lands with a nice body punch.
Roger Julyfeather is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown but Julyfeather manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Al Malik's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Julyfeather feints the counter takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Julyfeather punishes Al Malik's body with a nice straight punch.
Al Malik moves forwards but Julyfeather connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Al Malik doesn't manage to clinch there - Julyfeather circles away.
Julyfeather is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Al Malik rather than just go for the knockout.
Julyfeather lands with a cross.
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!
Al Malik looks for a takedown but Julyfeather sprawls well.
And Julyfeather tries to counter it with a takedown but Al Malik pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Julyfeather connects with a body shot that sends Al Malik's belly button to the back.
Al Malik tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T3#
A jab lands there for Julyfeather.
Julyfeather wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Al Malik looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Julyfeather throws a body shot but no joy.
Al Malik seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Julyfeather scores with a nice head shot.
Julyfeather keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rasheed Al Malik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Al Malik throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Julyfeather.
Julyfeather bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Al Malik wants to clinch.#T4#
Al Malik fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Julyfeather stuffs the takedown.
And Julyfeather tries to counter it with a takedown but Al Malik pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Roger Julyfeather seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Julyfeather lands a nice looking body shot.
A jab from Julyfeather finds it's way through Al Malik's defenses.
Al Malik throws a body kick that misses.
A jab from Julyfeather finds it's way through Al Malik's defenses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Al Malik closes the distance and clinches up with Julyfeather, looking for a takedown. Al Malik pushes Julyfeather against the cage but Julyfeather circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rasheed Al Malik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Julyfeather lands a right hook to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roger Julyfeather comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Julyfeather has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 26:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 26:30
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roger Julyfeather!
Roger Julyfeather decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 16, 2020 |
#R1#
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Cheetah sprawls well. Cheetah wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Al Malik. Cheetah does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Cheetah clinches. #BC#
Cheetah's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Cheetah gets a clinch.
Al Malik is trying to pull guard but Cheetah has him pressed against the cage.
Cheetah taking a breather.
Cheetah throws an elbow but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Cheetah escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cheetah lands a high kick!
#CUT#
It looks like Rasheed Al Malik has been cut.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Al Malik.
Chitavake Cheetah has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.#T1#
Cheetah stuffs the takedown.
Cheetah ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
No luck for Cheetah with that takedown attempt.
Cheetah walks into a stiff left hand from Al Malik.
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Cheetah sprawls well.#CL#
Cheetah takes the fight into the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Cheetah tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Al Malik smiles and moves away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Al Malik.#T2##CL#
Cheetah has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Cheetah breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Al Malik throws a head kick but Cheetah moves out of range.
Al Malik stuffs the takedown.
Cheetah fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL#
Cheetah rushes Al Malik and presses him up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Al Malik pulls Cheetah into guard.
Al Malik controls Cheetah momentarily but Cheetah frees himself.
Cheetah wants to get up but he can't break Al Malik's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Al Malik working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Al Malik might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Cheetah haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Cheetah content to stall in guard here.
Cheetah has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Cheetah's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Cheetah goes for a double leg but Al Malik avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Al Malik continues to drive forward.
Al Malik tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Al Malik scores with a body shot.
Al Malik tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cheetah but Cheetah pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Al Malik looks for the body kick but Cheetah saw that one coming.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Cheetah circles away easily#CL#
and Cheetah counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Cheetah.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Al Malik gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Cheetah.
Al Malik missing with knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chitavake Cheetah dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Cheetah fails to land the takedown.
Cheetah buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cheetah defends it nicely.
Cheetah fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cheetah is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Al Malik can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Al Malik. #CL#
Cheetah has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T1#
Al Malik gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Cheetah.
#TD#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Cheetah gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES2#
Al Malik has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Cheetah has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Cheetah tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Al Malik avoids it.
Al Malik is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Al Malik wants to break the clinch but can't.
Cheetah prevents Al Malik from breaking the clinch.
Cheetah stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#T2#
Cheetah has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Al Malik avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chitavake Cheetah. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cheetah is pressed up against the cage. Al Malik has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Cheetah down to the mat. Cheetah avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Al Malik is defended easily by Cheetah.
Cheetah is looking to counter the offense by Al Malik and move into the clinch.
Cheetah shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Al Malik defends it nicely.
Cheetah swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cheetah as he avoids it easily.
Al Malik misses with a few strikes there.
Al Malik fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Cheetah avoids it really well and circles away.
Al Malik is breathing heavily.#T3#
Cheetah stuffs the takedown.
Al Malik stuffs the takedown.
Cheetah will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Al Malik throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cheetah drops down looking for a counter takedown but Al Malik sprawls and moves away.
Cheetah fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Al Malik avoids it really well and circles away.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cheetah swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt.#T4#
Cheetah throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #CL#
Cheetah gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Cheetah jumps guard.
Al Malik trying to control but Cheetah is working from the bottom.
Al Malik trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU2#
Al Malik decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chitavake Cheetah dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Al Malik throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cheetah's waist but Cheetah gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Al Malik off to one side.
Cheetah tries to counter with a takedown but Al Malik is quick to defend against it.
Al Malik throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick misses from Al Malik. #CL#
Cheetah instigates a clinch.
Al Malik wants to take the fight to the mat but Cheetah manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Cheetah pulls guard effortlessly.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Cheetah has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Al Malik can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #ES#
Cheetah pushes Al Malik off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Chitavake Cheetah is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Cheetah rushes Al Malik and presses him up against the cage.#T1#
Al Malik stalling in the clinch but Cheetah improves position. #TD2#
Al Malik manages to pull guard.
Al Malik takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Al Malik looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Al Malik is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cheetah showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Al Malik wants to sweep here but Cheetah controlling him for the moment.
Cheetah would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Al Malik is trying to keep Cheetah in close.
Al Malik lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Cheetah is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3##SUB2#
Al Malik 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cheetah looking to hit a scissor sweep but Al Malik is one step ahead there.
Al Malik tries to free his leg and advance position but Cheetah is retaining full guard.
Al Malik trying to control but Cheetah is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cheetah throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL#
Cheetah moves into the clinch successfully.
Al Malik jumps guard but Cheetah turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Chitavake Cheetah has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Cheetah lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Cheetah breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Al Malik looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Al Malik has a takedown stuffed.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Malik sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Rasheed Al Malik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chitavake Cheetah is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cheetah has a takedown stuffed.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chitavake Cheetah showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cheetah 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chitavake Cheetah!
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Date: Jan 12, 2020 |
#R1#
Al Malik closes the distance and clinches up with Gallo, looking for a takedown. Al Malik pushes Gallo against the cage but Gallo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gallo throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Gallo fails to land the takedown.
Gallo throws a solid leg kick but Al Malik takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Gallo.
Al Malik wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Al Malik tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gallo swivels and escapes.
Gallo takes a swing at Al Malik's ribcage but misses.
Gallo throws a head kick that misses.
Al Malik throws the kick towards the body but Gallo avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gallo misses the shot to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Gallo. #CUT2#
It looks like Rasheed Al Malik has been cut.
Al Malik tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gallo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there 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.#T1#
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Gallo counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2#
Gallo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Gallo circles away easily
and Gallo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Gallo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Gallo just leaning against Al Malik, taking a breather.
Al Malik tries to score a body lock takedown but Gallo shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Gallo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Gallo drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES#
Al Malik is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Gallo presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
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!
Al Malik is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T2#
Al Malik tries to circle away but Gallo has him pinned against the cage.
Gallo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Al Malik backwards.
Gallo misses with a knee strike.
Al Malik being controlled against the cage.
Al Malik is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Gallo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD2#
Gallo jumps guard and drags Al Malik to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Al Malik tries to free his leg and advance position but Gallo is retaining full guard.
Gallo is pulling down on Al Malik's head. It's preventing any offense from Al Malik, at least for the moment.
Gallo wants to sweep here but Al Malik controlling him for the moment. #T3##SU#
Al Malik gets to his feet - Gallo follows without any prompting.
Gallo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Al Malik defends well and Gallo ends up having to push Al Malik into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
As Gallo looks to move away, Al Malik throws a big counter combo but Gallo just gets out of the way.
Gallo looks winded!
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gallo as he avoids it easily.
Al Malik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gallo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Al Malik somewhat.
Gallo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gallo wants it to stay on the feet.
Gallo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL2#
Gallo forces Al Malik back against the cage and clinches.#T4#
Gallo lands a hook that snaps the head of Al Malik backwards.
Al Malik wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Gallo successfully pulls guard.
Gallo keeping moving, preventing Al Malik from controlling successfully.
Gallo seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Gallo keeping moving, preventing Al Malik from controlling successfully.
Al Malik postures up in Gallo's guard and throws a big left but Gallo blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arturo Gallo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
That's time! Al Malik's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Al Malik misses the shot to the body.
Gallo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Al Malik is out of range.
Al Malik throws a quick counter head kick but Gallo was just out of range.
No joy there for Gallo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Al Malik wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Gallo tries to bum rush Al Malik with a series of wild strikes but Al Malik uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Al Malik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gallo tries to avoid it but Al Malik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gallo to the ground. Gallo escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Gallo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gallo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gallo wants it to stay on the feet.
Arturo Gallo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Al Malik blocks a leg kick.
Nice sprawl there from Al Malik as Gallo shoots in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Al Malik tries to keep at a distance but Gallo has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Gallo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gallo is breathing heavily.#T1#
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Gallo sprawls well. Gallo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
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 dives in and grabs Gallo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gallo pushes down on Al Malik's head and hops out.
Gallo has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Gallo darts in and clinches Al Malik up against the cage.
Gallo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gallo tries to pull guard but Al Malik holds him up against the cage and eventually Gallo drops back down to his feet.
Gallo is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Al Malik to keep the fight standing.#BC2#
Gallo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Gallo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Al Malik is looking to clinch but Gallo is avoiding it.
Al Malik misses the shot to the body.
Al Malik tries to land a front kick but Gallo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt.
Gallo leaves Al Malik with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2#
Gallo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
Gallo content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#TD2#
Gallo pulls guard effortlessly.
Al Malik trying to control but Gallo is working from the bottom.
Gallo 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.#SUB2#
Gallo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Al Malik gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Al Malik wants to control from the top but Gallo keeps moving. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Al Malik sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Gallo's guard. #SU#
Al Malik decides to stand up. #CL2#
Gallo moves into range and clinches up with Al Malik.#BC2#
Gallo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gallo misses with a leg kick. #CL2#
Gallo has managed to clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Malik wants to get back to striking at distance but Gallo won't allow it.
#BC2#
Gallo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arturo Gallo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Rasheed Al Malik's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Gallo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Malik throws a low kick but Gallo moves out of range easily.
Gallo blocks the body kick.
Al Malik tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gallo defends well and Al Malik ends up having to push Gallo into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Gallo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Al Malik sprawls well. Al Malik wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gallo gets slowly back to his feet.
Al Malik takes a swing at Gallo's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik looks for a takedown but Gallo sprawls well.
Gallo is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A head kick by Gallo misses
and Al Malik counters with a one-two to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gallo looks for the body kick but Al Malik saw that one coming.
Al Malik is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Gallo.#T1#
Gallo misses with a takedown attempt - Al Malik sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Al Malik shoots for a double leg takedown but Gallo sprawls well. He's pushed Al Malik's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gallo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gallo misses with a jab, cross combination.
#CL2#
Gallo closes the distance and pushes Al Malik back into the cage.#TD2#
Gallo decides to pull guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Gallo throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Al Malik escapes and throws Gallo's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Al Malik trying to control the position but Gallo is working away. #T2#
Al Malik has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Gallo!
Poor strikes thrown by Al Malik there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Al Malik tries to control but Gallo wriggling away.
Al Malik throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Gallo because Al Malik loaded up on that one.
Poor strikes thrown by Al Malik there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Al Malik throwing strikes here but Gallo is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Al Malik looking to control but Gallo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Al Malik blocks Gallo's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Al Malik fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Al Malik looking to ground and pound but Gallo is blocking nicely.
Al Malik throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Al Malik manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gallo to take his back!#SUB#
Al Malik is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Gallo is defending well though. Al Malik let's go of the attempt for now.
Al Malik tries to get the hooks in deep but Gallo pushed the leg off. #T4#
Gallo tries to escape but Al Malik has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Al Malik tries to get the hooks in deep but Gallo pushed the leg off. #SUB#
Al Malik looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Gallo is controlling Al Malik 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard.
Gallo controlling from the top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rasheed Al Malik showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gallo 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arturo Gallo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 08, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Cheetah gets tackled into the cage by Al Malik. Al Malik maintains the clinch. #TD#
Cheetah has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Al Malik uses from the top position.
Al Malik trying to control the position from guard on top but Cheetah is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU2#
Al Malik stands up from Cheetah's guard - Al Malik perhaps looking for a knockout.
Al Malik with a poor takedown #CL#
and Cheetah counters by moving into the clinch.
Al Malik fails to pull guard.
#TD#
Cheetah jumps guard and drags Al Malik to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Al Malik trying to control but Cheetah is working from the bottom. #SU2#
Al Malik stands up from guard. Let's bang!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cheetah throws a body punch but Al Malik moves out of range.
Cheetah misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Al Malik tries to clinch but Cheetah moves out of range.
Al Malik misses with a double jab
and Cheetah counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cheetah throws a head kick that half lands.
Cheetah circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cheetah plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Cheetah fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Cheetah looks for a takedown but Al Malik sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chitavake Cheetah. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cheetah as he jumps to the side.
Al Malik fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cheetah keeps the fight on the outside.#T2#
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Cheetah circles away easily#CL#
and Cheetah counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Cheetah.
Cheetah prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD#
Cheetah drags the fight down to the ground.
Al Malik trying to control but Cheetah is working from the bottom. #ES#
Cheetah is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Al Malik presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Cheetah breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Cheetah drives through and clinches with Al Malik against the cage.
Al Malik is trying to pull guard but Cheetah has him pressed against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T3#
Cheetah is trying to drag Al Malik to the mat but Al Malik just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Al Malik is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Cheetah to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Cheetah jumps into guard, dragging Al Malik to the mat.
Al Malik trying to control the position from guard on top but Cheetah is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Al Malik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cheetah is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Al Malik trying to control the position from guard on top but Cheetah is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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.
Al Malik pushing down on Cheetah's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Al Malik trying to control from half guard but Cheetah is working away.
Al Malik sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cheetah defending well though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cheetah blocking the ground and pound attempt from Al Malik.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chitavake Cheetah dominated that round.
That's time! Cheetah's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Al Malik rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Cheetah moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cheetah stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cheetah wants it to stay on the feet.
Cheetah throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Al Malik goes for a double leg but Cheetah avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cheetah continues to drive forward.
Cheetah slaps away a takedown attempt from Al Malik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Chitavake Cheetah has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Cheetah misses with a wild body shot.
Al Malik now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Al Malik displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Cheetah.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Cheetah closes the distance and pushes Al Malik back into the cage.
Cheetah misses with a hook from the clinch.
Al Malik goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cheetah prevents it.
#T1#
Al Malik has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cheetah avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Al Malik is breathing heavily.
Al Malik has had enough of the clinch but Cheetah keeps him there for the moment.
Al Malik can't break the clinch.
Cheetah is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Al Malik can do to turn this around?#BC#
Cheetah breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Cheetah takes the fight into the clinch.
Cheetah prevents Al Malik from breaking the clinch.
Al Malik is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Cheetah pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC#
Cheetah's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Al Malik misses with a wild body shot.
Cheetah avoids the head kick by Al Malik.
Cheetah is looking to counter punch.
No luck for Al Malik with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Cheetah goes for a double leg but Al Malik avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Al Malik continues to drive forward.
Cheetah blocks a head kick by Al Malik.
#CL#
Cheetah has managed to clinch.
Cheetah is looking to take this one to the mat.
Al Malik has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cheetah avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Al Malik goes for a takedown attempt but Cheetah pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Cheetah throws a head kick that misses.
Cheetah fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Cheetah lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
#T3#
Cheetah throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Al Malik's waist but Al Malik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Cheetah off to one side. #CL#
Cheetah gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Cheetah. #BC#
Cheetah manages to break the clinch.
Al Malik wants to clinch.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Cheetah circles away easily#CL#
and Cheetah counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Cheetah gets underhooks to prevent Al Malik's takedown attempt.
Cheetah blocks an elbow strike.#T4#
Al Malik can't get the takedown.
Cheetah slowing the pace effectively.
Al Malik is trying to break the clinch but Cheetah has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Cheetah breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cheetah misses the shot to the body.
Al Malik will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL#
Cheetah clinches up against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Al Malik ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Al Malik no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Cheetah sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SU#
Cheetah stands and steps away. Al Malik gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chitavake Cheetah dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Cheetah fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Cheetah fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Al Malik, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Al Malik pulls guard successfully.
Al Malik tries to strike from the bottom.
Al Malik is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Al Malik is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Cheetah's guard. #REVB##T1##SUB#
Cheetah escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Al Malik gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chitavake Cheetah overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cheetah keeping moving, preventing Al Malik from controlling successfully.
Cheetah has his hands on Al Malik's head, controlling the position.
Al Malik tries to free his leg and advance position but Cheetah is retaining full guard. #SU2#
Al Malik gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Al Malik tries to clinch there but Cheetah circles away.
Some wild striking there from Cheetah.
Cheetah throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Al Malik's waist but Al Malik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Cheetah off to one side.
Nice sprawl there from Cheetah as Al Malik shoots in.
Cheetah closes this distance looking for a takedown but Al Malik circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chitavake Cheetah. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cheetah circles away from the clinch attempt
and Cheetah counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Al Malik is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Cheetah keeps the fight on the outside.
Cheetah stuffs the takedown.
Chitavake Cheetah is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Cheetah rushes Al Malik and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T3#
Al Malik goes for a takedown attempt but Cheetah pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Al Malik tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cheetah swivels and escapes.
Al Malik swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Cheetah counters with a head kick.
Cheetah fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cheetah steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Al Malik.
Cheetah throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Al Malik.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cheetah paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cheetah slaps away a takedown attempt from Al Malik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Cheetah tries to score a power double leg takedown but Al Malik sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Cheetah somewhat.#T4#
Al Malik defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cheetah.
Al Malik is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Al Malik dives in and grabs Cheetah's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cheetah pushes down on Al Malik's head and hops out.
Al Malik showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cheetah.
Al Malik is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cheetah sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Cheetah appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL#
Cheetah closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Al Malik working hard to break the clinch.
Cheetah changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Al Malik fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rasheed Al Malik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chitavake Cheetah is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A jab from Cheetah finds it's way through Al Malik's defenses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chitavake Cheetah showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cheetah 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chitavake Cheetah!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 05, 2020 |
#R1#
Al Malik misses with a head kick.
#CL2#
Gallo instigates a clinch.
The referee calls for Gallo to work.
Gallo keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Al Malik's efforts to push away.
Gallo tries for a takedown but Al Malik manages to get underhooks.
Gallo has Al Malik pressed against the cage.
#BC2#
Gallo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Gallo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gallo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Al Malik.
Gallo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gallo leaves Al Malik with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T1#
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt - Gallo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Gallo throws a counter combo.
Al Malik tries to clinch up.
Al Malik sets himself, and Gallo steps forward looking for the clinch! Al Malik avoids it this time.
Gallo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Al Malik as he jumps to the side.
Gallo shoots in but Al Malik avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rasheed Al Malik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Arturo Gallo.
Al Malik shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Gallo counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Gallo. #TD2#
Gallo pulls guard successfully.
Gallo controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SU#
Al Malik gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Gallo dives in for a single leg takedown but Al Malik sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gallo has a takedown stuffed.
Gallo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Al Malik fails with the takedown.
Al Malik doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Gallo counters by moving into the clinch.
Al Malik managing to block the knees to the body from Gallo.
#T3#
Gallo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Al Malik after a bit of a struggle.
Gallo tries to pull guard but Al Malik forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Al Malik tries to break the clinch but Gallo is controlling the position.
Gallo fails to pull guard.
Al Malik lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gallo backwards.
Al Malik wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Gallo ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Gallo no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Gallo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Al Malik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Gallo working for a triangle but Al Malik defends it easily.
#T4#
Al Malik pushes down on Gallo's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gallo is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Gallo is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Al Malik scores with a couple of nice shots.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gallo avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Al Malik.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gallo is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Arturo Gallo will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Al Malik has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Al Malik there as he acknowledges the shot.
Al Malik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gallo tries to avoid it but Al Malik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gallo to the ground. Gallo escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Al Malik misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Gallo counters by clinching up.
Gallo tries for a takedown but Al Malik manages to get underhooks.
Al Malik looking to slow down the pace here.
Gallo misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Gallo decides to pull guard.
Al Malik trying to control but Gallo is working from the bottom.
Gallo looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1##SUB2#
Gallo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Al Malik trying to control the position from guard on top but Gallo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Al Malik passes Gallo's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Gallo desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Gallo wants to improve his position but Al Malik is controlling well.
#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.
Al Malik missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gallo is looking to improve his position.
Gallo is trying to control but can't.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Gallo can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Gallo actively working from the bottom here.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gallo stuffs the takedown attempt from Al Malik. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
Gallo is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3##CL2#
Gallo closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Al Malik manages to pull guard.
Gallo stays in close to Al Malik's body and controls the position. #SU2#
Gallo decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Al Malik, up you get!
Gallo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gallo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Al Malik sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T4#
Al Malik shoots for a takedown but Gallo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Al Malik is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Gallo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Gallo tries to score a body lock takedown but Al Malik shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Gallo manages to pull guard.
#SU#
Al Malik gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #CL2#
Gallo moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD2#
Gallo has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Al Malik uses from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Malik trying to control but Gallo is working from the bottom.
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!
Al Malik stands and throws Gallo's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arturo Gallo 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Gallo shoots in but Al Malik avoids the takedown attempt easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Al Malik looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Gallo drives through and clinches with Al Malik against the cage.
#BC2#
Gallo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Gallo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Al Malik is defended easily by Gallo.
Gallo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gallo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Al Malik is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rasheed Al Malik. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck for Al Malik with that takedown attempt.
As Al Malik backs off Gallo throws a huge counter combo but Al Malik manages to avoid it all.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gallo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Al Malik sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gallo somewhat.
Al Malik throws a nice looking combination but Gallo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gallo goes for a double leg but Al Malik avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Al Malik continues to drive forward.#CL2#
Al Malik tries to keep at a distance but Gallo has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Gallo jumps into guard, dragging Al Malik to the mat.
#T2#
Al Malik passes into half guard.
Al Malik missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gallo is staying active underneath Al Malik, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gallo is looking to escape.
Gallo trying to control from the bottom.
Al Malik prevents Gallo from improving his position.
Gallo pushes Al Malik off looking to stand but Al Malik dives back in and keeps control.
#T3#
Gallo is holding on to half guard well.
Al Malik is keen to just control but Gallo is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt.
Gallo steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Al Malik.
Gallo throws a sloppy head kick
letting Al Malik counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Gallo closes the distance and clinches.
Gallo is trying to pull guard but Al Malik turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Al Malik tries to pull guard but Gallo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Al Malik throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Gallos head. #BC2#
Gallo manages to break the clinch.
#T4#
Al Malik misses with a low kick.
Gallo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Al Malik as he avoids it easily.
Al Malik throwing a counter right hand but Gallo manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Gallo has managed to clinch.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Gallo manages to get underhooks.
#TD2#
Gallo drags the fight down to the ground.
Al Malik with a flurry of punches that miss.
Al Malik being controlled here momentarily.
Al Malik throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gallo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arturo Gallo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gallo has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arturo Gallo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 02, 2020 |
#R1#
Yodchatri throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Al Malik's waist but Al Malik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Yodchatri off to one side.
Yodchatri moves to clinch but Al Malik breaks away
and Al Malik counters with a three punch combo that has Yodchatri backing up. Yodchatri nods at Al Malik to acknowledge the strikes.
Yodchatri has a takedown stuffed.
Al Malik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Al Malik keeps the fight on the outside.
Al Malik is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Al Malik is trying hard to land a takedown here. Yodchatri sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
As Al Malik tries to get set, Yodchatri tries to push him back and clinch up but Al Malik manages to avoid the attempt.#CL2#
Al Malik moves into the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Al Malik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yodchatri tries to pull guard but Al Malik won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krungthep Yodchatri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Al Malik can't find room to land a body shot as Yodchatri controls the action.
Al Malik drops down looking for an ankle pick but Yodchatri pulls his leg out and moves away.
Al Malik shoots in but no luck this time.
Yodchatri shoots in looking for a takedown. Al Malik tries to sprawl out of it but Yodchatri keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Al Malik manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Al Malik with a lazy takedown attempt
and Yodchatri counters with a flying knee. Nice.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Yodchatri.
Yodchatri shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Al Malik but Al Malik pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Al Malik tries to counter by closing the distance.
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Yodchatri is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Yodchatri circles away and we're back to standing.
Yodchatri misses with a double jab.
Yodchatri stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Yodchatri wants it to stay on the feet.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Yodchatri defends it nicely.#T2#
Al Malik tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Yodchatri defends well and Al Malik ends up having to push Yodchatri into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Al Malik tries to bum rush Yodchatri with a series of wild strikes but Yodchatri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Yodchatri fails to land the takedown.
Al Malik leaves Yodchatri with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Al Malik misses with the body kick
and Yodchatri counters with a big head kick but Al Malik shrugs it off.
Al Malik fails to land the takedown.
Yodchatri throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Al Malik instigates a clinch. #T3#
Al Malik leaning against his opponent.
Yodchatri manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Al Malik wants to get back to striking at distance but Yodchatri won't allow it.
#BC#
Yodchatri breaks from the clinch.
Al Malik doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Yodchatri counters with a head kick. #CL#
Yodchatri pushes Al Malik up against the cage in a clinch.
Al Malik has had enough of the clinch but Yodchatri keeps him there for the moment.
Al Malik is looking for a takedown.
Yodchatri jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Al Malik walks away with a smile on his face. Yodchatri gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T4#
Al Malik has a takedown stuffed.
Al Malik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yodchatri sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Al Malik somewhat.
Yodchatri changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A low kick from Al Malik misses #CL#
and Yodchatri counters by clinching up.
Al Malik prevents a body shot from Yodchatri.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yodchatri.
Yodchatri stalling.
Yodchatri tries to pull guard but Al Malik holds him up against the cage and eventually Yodchatri drops back down to his feet.
#TD2#
Al Malik jumps guard and drags Yodchatri to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
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 Krungthep Yodchatri will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Yodchatri as Al Malik shoots in.
Yodchatri quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Yodchatri goes for a double leg but Al Malik avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Al Malik continues to drive forward.
And Al Malik responds with a good body kick, but Yodchatri manages to step out the way in time.
The fight stays on the outside here - Yodchatri looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And Al Malik tries to counter it with a takedown but Yodchatri pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Al Malik ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Yodchatri leaves Al Malik with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Krungthep Yodchatri is winning the standup battle so far.
Al Malik shoots in for a double leg but Yodchatri sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Krungthep Yodchatri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yodchatri lands a lovely overhand right.
Al Malik throws the kick towards the body but Yodchatri avoids it.#CL2#
Al Malik instigates a clinch. #BC#
Yodchatri breaks the clinch.
#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Al Malik or perhaps it was just good defense by Yodchatri, which made it look bad.
Yodchatri misses with a double jab.
Al Malik displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Yodchatri.
Al Malik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Yodchatri defends it well.#CL#
Yodchatri gets a clinch.
Al Malik drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Yodchatri gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Yodchatri slowing the pace effectively.#TD2#
Al Malik manages to pull guard.
#T2#
Yodchatri is looking to stand up but Al Malik won't let him.
Yodchatri has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#ES2#
Al Malik has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Yodchatri is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Yodchatri tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Al Malik smiles and moves away.
Al Malik displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Yodchatri. #CL#
Al Malik gets tackled into the cage by Yodchatri. Yodchatri maintains the clinch. #BC#
Yodchatri breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Yodchatri shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Al Malik pinned against the cage. Al Malik gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Al Malik thinks about the counter body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Al Malik dives in and grabs Yodchatri's left leg, looking for a takedown. Yodchatri pushes down on Al Malik's head and hops out.#T3#
Al Malik misses with a low kick.
Al Malik shoots in but Yodchatri avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Yodchatri is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Al Malik.#CL2#
Al Malik moves into the clinch.
Yodchatri tries to stall but Al Malik uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Al Malik tries to pull guard but Yodchatri forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
Yodchatri breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Yodchatri tries to clinch up but Al Malik circles away and keeps his distance.
Yodchatri closes the distance and clinches up with Al Malik, looking for a takedown. Yodchatri pushes Al Malik against the cage but Al Malik circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Al Malik instigates a clinch.
Yodchatri wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T4#
Al Malik tries to score a body lock takedown but Yodchatri shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Al Malik pulls guard.
Al Malik wants to stand but Yodchatri is controlling the position.
Al Malik managing to control the position.
Yodchatri would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Al Malik will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rasheed Al Malik showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Yodchatri misses the shot to the body.
Al Malik wants to slow Yodchatri down by chopping away at his legs.
Horrible takedown attempt by Yodchatri or perhaps it was just good defense by Al Malik, which made it look bad. #CL2#
Al Malik clinches up with Yodchatri and pushes him back against the cage.
Al Malik has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD#
Yodchatri gets control of Al Malik's arms and successfully pulls guard. Yodchatri will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Al Malik trying to control but Yodchatri is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Yodchatri haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Yodchatri wants to sweep here but Al Malik controlling him for the moment. #T1##SUB#
Yodchatri working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Al Malik has passed into half guard!
Yodchatri has his hands clasped together around Al Malik's back. He's all about the action.
Yodchatri tries to roll over but Al Malik keeps him under control.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Al Malik keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Al Malik looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Al Malik is trying to control the action in half guard but Yodchatri is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Yodchatri wants to improve his position but Al Malik is controlling well.
Al Malik is trying to control the action in half guard but Yodchatri is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Yodchatri is defended easily by Al Malik.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Yodchatri shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Al Malik gets tackled into the cage by Yodchatri. Yodchatri maintains the clinch.
Yodchatri tries to land knees in the clinch but Al Malik avoids the damage to the body. #BC#
Yodchatri's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Al Malik misses with a head kick.
Yodchatri swinging wildly here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4##CL2#
Al Malik clinches.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #TD#
Yodchatri successfully pulls guard.
Al Malik not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Yodchatri looking to hit a scissor sweep but Al Malik is one step ahead there.
Al Malik is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Yodchatri knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Al Malik on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yodchatri utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Krungthep Yodchatri.
I think Yodchatri 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Krungthep Yodchatri!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt.
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Al Malik stuffs the takedown.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kang is defended easily by Al Malik.
Kang shoots in but no luck this time.
Rasheed Al Malik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kyung Yeon Kang.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kang is defended easily by Al Malik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik misses with the combination.
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt - Kang sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Al Malik is defended easily by Kang.
Al Malik tries to clinch up but Kang circles away and keeps his distance.
Al Malik tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kang swivels and escapes.
Al Malik darts in looking for a takedown but Kang gets double underhooks and turns Al Malik into the cage.
Kang goes for a double leg but Al Malik avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Al Malik continues to drive forward.
Kang swats away the attempt to clinch by Al Malik.
Al Malik is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kang sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Al Malik fails with the takedown.#T2#
Kang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Al Malik moves away.
Al Malik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Al Malik shoots in but Kang avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kang is looking for the big counter here.
Al Malik is breathing heavily.
Al Malik fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kang pushes Al Malik away with a front kick.
Al Malik with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Kang counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Kang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kang cracks Al Malik with a good jab.
Kang closes the distance and clinches up with Al Malik, looking for a takedown. Kang pushes Al Malik against the cage but Al Malik circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kang leaves Al Malik with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kang is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kang misses with a takedown attempt - Al Malik sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T3#
Al Malik dives in and grabs Kang's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kang pushes down on Al Malik's head and hops out.
Al Malik fails with an attempt to clinch.
Al Malik is looking to clinch.
Kang shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Al Malik pinned against the cage. Al Malik gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kang has his takedown stuffed
and Al Malik counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kang thinking.
Kang circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL2#
Kang darts in and clinches Al Malik up against the cage.#BC2#
Kang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kang is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Kang circles away and we're back to standing.
Despite the aggression on Kang's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kang looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Al Malik leaves Kang with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Danga de danga de dang - Al Malik scores with a four punch combination!
Al Malik fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kang shoots for a takedown but Al Malik saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Al Malik shoots and misses
and Kang counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kang is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Kang circles away and we're back to standing.
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!
Kang misses with a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kyung Yeon Kang dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Kang drives through and clinches with Al Malik against the cage.
#BC2#
Kang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Al Malik is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sloppy strikes from Kang. Those never looked like landing.
Al Malik displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kang. #CL2#
Kang clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kang has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Al Malik avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Al Malik jumps into guard, dragging Kang to the mat.
Al Malik being controlled here, momentarily. #ES#
Al Malik uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#T1#
Kang with a lazy takedown attempt
and Al Malik counters with a one-two to the body.
Rasheed Al Malik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kyung Yeon Kang.
Kang swats away the attempt to clinch by Al Malik.
A punch combination from Al Malik misses. #CL2#
Kang moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Kang breaks from the clinch.
Kang fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Al Malik has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Malik will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T2#
Nice takedown defense from Al Malik. No joy for Kang on that attempt.
Rasheed Al Malik is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Al Malik was well out of range. Poor timing from Kang.
Kang throws a leg kick
and Al Malik counters with a two punch combo.
Kang fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kang is breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kang shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Al Malik but Al Malik pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Al Malik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kang sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Al Malik somewhat.
Kang slaps away a takedown attempt from Al Malik, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kang misses with a two punch combination.
#T3#
Al Malik tries to clinch #TD2#
and Kang counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kang. #ES#
Al Malik kicks Kang off and gets to his feet.
Kyung Yeon Kang seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kang is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Kang circles away and we're back to standing.
Kang stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kang wants it to stay on the feet.
Al Malik misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Kang counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kang. #TD2#
Kang pulls guard successfully.
Kang throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Kang keeping moving, preventing Al Malik from controlling successfully.
Kang controlling Al Malik's posture. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Al Malik trying to control the position from guard on top but Kang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kang wants to stand up but Al Malik is controlling him.
Kang really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Al Malik. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kang keeping moving, preventing Al Malik from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rasheed Al Malik will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Kang closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Kang manages to pull guard.
Al Malik trying to control the position from guard on top but Kang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Al Malik trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Kang looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Al Malik passes into side control.
Kang is looking to regain half guard here but Al Malik keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Kang is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#SU#
Al Malik decides to stand back up. Al Malik steps back and let's Kang get back to his feet.
Al Malik throws a sloppy head kick and Kang moves out of range easily.
Kang leaves Al Malik with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2#
Kang drives through and clinches with Al Malik against the cage.
Al Malik blocks an uppercut.
#T2##TD2#
Kang decides to pull guard.
Al Malik wants to control from the top but Kang keeps moving.
Kang pulls Al Malik in close to his closed guard and prevents Al Malik from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB2#
Kang throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Al Malik escapes and throws Kang's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Al Malik trying to control the position but Kang is working away. #T3#
Kang tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Al Malik tries to move to mount but Kang blocks the move with his legs.
Al Malik trying to control the position but Kang is working away. #SUB#
Al Malik thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Al Malik wants to control but Kang is keeping him busy. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Al Malik misses with the ground and pound.
Kang tries to improve position but can't.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kang regains half guard there - taking advantage of Al Malik's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Al Malik thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kang's head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kang tries to roll over but Al Malik keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kyung Yeon Kang.
I think Kang 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kyung Yeon Kang!
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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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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
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 06, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Al Malik rushes Silachai and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Al Malik successfully pulls guard.
Al Malik pulls Silachai in to control the position.
Al Malik not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Silachai would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Al Malik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Silachai is one step ahead there.
Al Malik tries to strike from the bottom.
Silachai wants to get up but he can't break Al Malik's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Silachai postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Malik throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Al Malik wants to counter with a clinch but Silachai pushes him away.
Al Malik dives in for a single leg takedown but Silachai sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Silachai misses with a two punch combination.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Al Malik dives in and grabs Silachai's left leg, looking for a takedown. Silachai pushes down on Al Malik's head and hops out.#T1#
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Al Malik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Silachai is fending him off so far but Al Malik persists. Nope, Silachai circles away and we're back to standing.
Sitichai Silachai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Silachai throws a head kick but Al Malik moves out of range.
Al Malik fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Silachai avoids it really well and circles away.
Al Malik fails in his attempt to clinch.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Silachai throws a head kick that half lands.
Silachai is breathing heavily.
Silachai throws a head kick but Al Malik moves out of range.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown but Silachai manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Al Malik's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Silachai rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Al Malik moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A nice combination there by Al Malik.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Silachai.
#CL2#
Al Malik gets a clinch. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Silachai looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Al Malik is trying to break the clinch but Silachai is controlling him.#BC#
Silachai's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Al Malik instigates a clinch.
Al Malik is trying to pull guard but Silachai has him pressed against the cage.
Al Malik tries to score a body lock takedown but Silachai shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Al Malik is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC#
Silachai escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Al Malik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Silachai sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Al Malik somewhat.
Al Malik slips a jab and a cross from Silachai.
Al Malik walks into a jab.
A head kick from Silachai lands but Al Malik takes it in his stride.
Al Malik misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
A punch combination from Al Malik misses.
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Al Malik.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Al Malik.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses.
Sitichai Silachai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Al Malik has a takedown stuffed.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Al Malik looks for a takedown but Silachai sprawls well.
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown but Silachai manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Al Malik's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Al Malik tries to clinch up.#T4#
Silachai throws a head kick but Al Malik moves out of range.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Silachai breaks the clinch.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown but Silachai shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Silachai avoids the head kick by Al Malik.
Silachai throws a nice head kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Al Malik tries to clinch there but Silachai circles away.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a takedown. Silachai tries to sprawl out of it but Al Malik keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Silachai manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Silachai scores with a head kick. Al Malik tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sitichai Silachai dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Al Malik tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Silachai paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Al Malik slips a jab and a cross from Silachai.
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
Sitichai Silachai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Al Malik fails with an attempt to clinch.
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Al Malik tries to clinch up but Silachai circles away and keeps his distance.
Al Malik tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Silachai defends well and Al Malik ends up having to push Silachai into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A punch combination from Silachai misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Al Malik is defended easily by Silachai.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
Al Malik shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Silachai defends it nicely.
Sitichai Silachai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Al Malik throws a half hearted mid kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Silachai as he avoids it easily.
Silachai is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Al Malik can do to turn this around?
Al Malik darts in looking for a takedown but Silachai gets double underhooks and turns Al Malik into the cage. #CL2#
Al Malik has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Silachai breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Silachai throws a head kick but Al Malik moves out of range.
Al Malik is looking to clinch but Silachai is avoiding it.
Sitichai Silachai is winning the standup battle so far.
Silachai throws a nice looking combination but Al Malik bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Some wild striking there from Silachai.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Al Malik.
Al Malik tries for a takedown but Silachai sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Silachai keeps the fight on the outside.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
Sitichai Silachai is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Silachai stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Silachai wants it to stay on the feet.#T2#
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Silachai sprawls well.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Silachai blocks a head kick by Al Malik.
Al Malik closes this distance looking for a takedown but Silachai circles away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Silachai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Malik shoots in but Silachai avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Al Malik wants to clinch.#T3#
Silachai throws a head kick that misses.
Al Malik goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice sprawl there from Silachai as Al Malik shoots in.
Silachai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Silachai sets himself, and Al Malik steps forward looking for the clinch! Silachai avoids it this time.
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick #CL2#
and Al Malik holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Al Malik tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC#
Silachai breaks the clinch.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Al Malik goes for a double leg but Silachai avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Silachai continues to drive forward.
Silachai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Al Malik fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Silachai looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Al Malik tries to clinch up but Silachai circles away and keeps his distance.#T4#
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Al Malik tries a head kick but it misses.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Silachai misses with the combination.
The fight stays on the outside here - Al Malik looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Al Malik tries to score a power double leg takedown but Silachai sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Al Malik somewhat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silachai lands with a slapping head kick.
Silachai throws a series of punches but Al Malik moves out of range.
And Al Malik tries to counter it with a takedown but Silachai pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Al Malik throws a series of punches but Silachai moves out of range.
Silachai appears to be looking for a big counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sitichai Silachai dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Al Malik clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Al Malik pulls guard successfully.
#SUB2#
Al Malik has his foot on Silachai's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Silachai works his way back into a safe position though.#SU#
Silachai stands up and waves to Al Malik to follow him.
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Silachai takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Silachai throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Silachai has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Al Malik shoots in for a double leg but Silachai sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Silachai misses with a head kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Al Malik moves into the clinch.
Al Malik is trying to force a seperation but Silachai has the dominant position.#BC#
Silachai breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Silachai tries a head kick but it misses.
#T1#
Al Malik dives in and grabs Silachai's left leg, looking for a takedown. Silachai pushes down on Al Malik's head and hops out.
Al Malik tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Al Malik throws a series of punches but Silachai moves out of range.
Al Malik blocks a head kick by Silachai.
Al Malik avoids a punch combination nicely.
Al Malik changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Silachai tries to avoid it but Al Malik manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Silachai to the ground. Silachai escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sitichai Silachai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rasheed Al Malik.
Silachai plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Silachai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Al Malik tries to counter with a clinch but Silachai shakes him off and moves away.#CL2#
Al Malik darts in and clinches Silachai up against the cage.
Silachai can't break the clinch.
Silachai wants to break the clinch but can't.
Silachai prevents Al Malik from breaking the clinch.
Silachai can't break the clinch.
Silachai wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Al Malik has him pressed against the cage.#T2#
Silachai has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Silachai wants to get back to striking at distance but Al Malik won't allow it.
Silachai has had enough of the clinch but Al Malik keeps him there for the moment.
Al Malik is pushing Silachai up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Al Malik is trying to force a seperation but Silachai has the dominant position.
Al Malik has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Silachai after a bit of a struggle. #BC#
Silachai escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Silachai.
Al Malik fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Al Malik tries a head kick but it misses.
Al Malik avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T3#
Silachai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Silachai as he avoids it easily.
Silachai misses the jab.
No luck for Al Malik with that takedown attempt.
Al Malik fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Silachai stuffs the takedown attempt from Al Malik. Al Malik gets slowly back to his feet.
Silachai throws a head kick but Al Malik moves out of range.
Silachai throws a sloppy head kick and Al Malik moves out of range easily.
Al Malik shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Silachai but Silachai pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Silachai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Al Malik shoots in and drives through. Silachai sprawls well.
Al Malik avoids the head kick by Silachai.
#T4##TD2#
Al Malik darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Silachai is looking for a sweep. Al Malik is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Silachai throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Al Malik controlling the action here.
Silachai misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Silachai punching from the bottom.
Silachai punching from the bottom.
Al Malik works his foot free and advances to mount.
Rasheed Al Malik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sitichai Silachai is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
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!
Al Malik throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Sitichai Silachai.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Silachai, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sitichai Silachai!
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