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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 42
Date: Aug 23, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Gunn tries to sprawl but Andrews drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Gunn is controlling Andrews's trapped leg to prevent Andrews from advancing to side control.
Andrews is taking a breather. Gunn says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Gunn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gunn pushes Andrews off looking to stand but Andrews dives back in and keeps control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Andrews wants to free his trapped foot but Gunn is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gunn is not content to let Andrews control the position.
Andrews uses his free foot to push down on Gunn's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Gunn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunn is looking to get to half guard.
Andrews takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
#T1#
Andrews wants to control but Gunn is keeping busy.#SUB#
Andrews is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Gunn has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Andrews has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Gunn taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Andrews doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mitch Andrews!
Mitch Andrews thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Tommy Gunn was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll be back!'. |
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 41
Date: Jul 26, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Andrews feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES#
Dea pushes Andrews off and gets back to his feet.
Dea tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Andrews defends well and Dea ends up having to push Andrews into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Andrews drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dea defends it well.
Andrews misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dea tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Andrews manages to circle out of the way.
Andrews tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Dea swivels and escapes.
Andrews is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dea sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Dea rushes Andrews and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Dea jumps guard and drags Andrews to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Andrews looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andrews stands and throws Dea's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Andrews is looking to take a break and control but Dea is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dea is looking for a sweep.
Andrews tries to move to mount but Dea blocks the move with his legs. #SUB2#
Andrews is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dea has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Andrews working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Dea wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Andrews looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Andrews in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Dea pushes Andrews away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Andrews gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dea is not content to let Andrews control the position.
Dea is letting Andrews control him for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Andrews tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Andrews has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dea is looking for a sweep.
Dea prevents Andrews from moving into mount. #SUB2#
Andrews thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Andrews is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dea knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Dea looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB2#
Andrews has hold of Dea's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Dea seems comfortable defending it but Andrews has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Dea is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Dea is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Andrews couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mitch Andrews!
Mitch Andrews thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Juares Dea had this to say: 'Mentally, I'm feeling more like myself again.'. |
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 43
Date: Jul 08, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Gunn scores with a takedown into Andrews's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Andrews is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Andrews stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gunn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gunn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Andrews not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Andrews's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Gunn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Andrews defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrews trying to control the position from guard on top but Gunn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gunn can't keep his opponent in guard - Andrews advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1#
Andrews wants to pass to mount but Gunn is defending the position.
Andrews works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB2#
Andrews has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Gunn is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mitch Andrews!
Mitch Andrews decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Tommy Gunn spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll be back!'. |
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Event:
RRFC Fight Night 36
Date: Jun 21, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kempton tries to close the distance and clinch up but Andrews swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Andrews shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Kempton counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kempton.
Andrews fails to pull guard.
#BC2#
Kempton's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Andrews gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kempton counters with a leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mitch Andrews. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kempton tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Andrews manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mitch Andrews seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kempton tries to close the distance and clinch but Andrews swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Andrews tries to counter with a takedown but Kempton is quick to defend against it.
Andrews misses with an uppercut
and Kempton finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#TD#
Andrews changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kempton looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES2#
Kempton throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrews shoots in looking for a takedown. Kempton tries to sprawl out of it but Andrews keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kempton manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
Kempton darts in and clinches Andrews up against the cage.#T1#
Kempton lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Mitch Andrews has been cut.
Andrews is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kempton gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Andrews blocks a body shot from Kempton.
Kempton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrews goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kempton prevents it.
Kempton misses with a body punch.
Andrews is trying to break free.
Kempton tries to throw a body punch but Andrews avoids it by throwing Kempton back against the cage.
Kempton just leaning against Andrews, taking a breather. #BC2#
Kempton escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrews shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kempton pinned against the cage. Kempton gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2##CL2#
Kempton has managed to clinch.
Kempton dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#BC2#
Kempton breaks the clinch.
Andrews shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kempton defends it nicely.
Andrews swats away the attempt to clinch by Kempton.#CL2#
Kempton has managed to clinch.
Kempton dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T3##BC2#
Kempton's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Andrews fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Andrews shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kempton defends it nicely.
Andrews shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kempton as he jumps to the side.
Andrews shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kempton tries to clinch up.
Andrews has a takedown stuffed.
Kempton is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Andrews with a body shot.
Andrews shoots for a takedown but Kempton saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kempton scores with a body shot.
#T4#
Andrews throws a solid leg kick but Kempton takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Andrews.
Andrews gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kempton counters with a leg kick.
Andrews is breathing heavily.
Andrews shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kempton as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Andrews tries to keep at a distance but Kempton has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nice elbow from Kempton.
Kempton gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kempton lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#Mitch Andrews's cut is getting worse.
Andrews definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kempton comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Kempton lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#Mitch Andrews's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kempton lands an elbow just above Andrews 's eye. #CUT2#Jeez, Mitch Andrews's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Andrews has Kempton pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kempton manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Andrews has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kempton is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kempton comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marcus Kempton dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mitch Andrews's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Andrews circles away from the clinch attempt.
Marcus Kempton seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kempton pushes Andrews away with a front kick.
Kempton tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Andrews manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kempton tries to close the distance and clinch but Andrews swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kempton tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Andrews goes for a double leg but Kempton avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kempton continues to drive forward.
Kempton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Andrews circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kempton stuffs the takedown attempt from Andrews. Andrews gets slowly back to his feet.
Kempton steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Andrews.
Andrews has a takedown stuffed.
As Andrews backs off Kempton throws a huge counter combo but Andrews manages to avoid it all.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mitch Andrews. 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.
Andrews with a poor takedown
and Kempton counters with a nice low kick that buckles Andrews's knee momentarily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kempton lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kempton throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrews takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#T1#
Kempton wants to clinch.
Kempton tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Andrews manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kempton with a nice calf kick.
Kempton chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Andrews misses with a wild body shot.
Andrews waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kempton.
Andrews throws a combination that misses
and Kempton counters with a nice leg kick. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kempton enables Andrews to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kempton manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Andrews looking to pass the guard.
Andrews is working hard here to advance position.
Kempton is looking to stand up but Andrews isn't so interested in that idea. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Andrews looking to pass the guard.
Kempton is looking to stand up but Andrews isn't so interested in that idea.
Andrews wants to control from the top but Kempton keeps moving. #SUB#
Andrews drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kempton looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kempton looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kempton! #REVB#
Both fighters take a look at the clock.#T3#
Andrews looking for a sweep but Kempton has passed into full mount! Oh no!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kempton landing strikes from the mount and Andrews is in trouble!
Andrews is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kempton tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Andrews is trying to escape the mount.
Kempton tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kempton trying to control but Andrews is having none of it. #T4#
Andrews is desperately trying to improve his position but Kempton has a good base and remains in mount.
Kempton is landing with some decent strikes but Andrews is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Kempton can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Andrews is looking to escape.
Andrews tries to reverse the position but Kempton maintains control.
Kempton misses with a head shot.
Andrews wants to hold on but Kempton pushes him away.
Andrews is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Andrews is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Kempton jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Andrews manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Andrews tries to buck Kempton off but Kempton is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marcus Kempton showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mitch Andrews'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Andrews with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kempton counters with a nice body kick.
Kempton tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Andrews throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kempton flicks out a counter leg kick but Andrews steps away.
Andrews changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kempton tries to avoid it but Andrews manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kempton to the ground. Kempton escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kempton steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Andrews throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrews swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kempton counters with a head kick. That will keep Andrews thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Andrews doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kempton makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Andrews really felt that one!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mitch Andrews. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Andrews or perhaps it was just good defense by Kempton, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kempton lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Andrews avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Andrews gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Kempton counters by clinching up. #T1#
Kempton wants to stall.
Kempton lands an elbow inside that Andrews shrugs off.
Kempton lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Andrews tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kempton smiles and moves away.
Andrews shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kempton as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Kempton drives through and clinches with Andrews against the cage.
Kempton lands a nice knee to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Kempton obliges.
Marcus Kempton seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kempton will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Andrews up against the cage.
Andrews drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kempton gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Andrews letting Kempton take a breather here.#T2##BC2#
Kempton breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kempton is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Andrews misses with a takedown attempt
and Kempton counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #CL2#
Kempton clinches up against the cage.
Kempton is pressed up against the cage. Andrews has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kempton down to the mat. Kempton avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Kempton closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kempton.
Kempton lands an elbow inside.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Mitch Andrews's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Marcus Kempton! |
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Event:
RRFC Challengers 39
Date: Jun 03, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Andrews throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD2#
Chaos darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Chaos seems to be working for a kimura but Andrews defends the submission attempt.
Andrews is trying to control but can't.
Andrews is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Andrews looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Chaos seems to be looking for submissions.
Andrews is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Chaos wants to control but Andrews is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Andrews is defending against the submission attempts here by Chaos .
Chaos prevents Andrews from improving his position.
Andrews trying to control but Chaos postures up.
Chaos takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Chaos is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Andrews makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Andrews.
Chaos trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2##SUB#
Andrews is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Chaos drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chaos jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Chaos 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.
We've been hearing good reports from Andrews's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Chaos looking to pass the guard.
Chaos wants to control from the top but Andrews keeps moving. #SUB2#
Chaos drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Andrews manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Chaos has Andrews in his guard.#REVR#
Andrews stopping the sweep attempt from Chaos .#T3#
Andrews wants to control from the top but Chaos keeps moving. #SUB#
Andrews drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Andrews jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Andrews is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Andrews working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Andrews passes Chaos 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Andrews trying to control the action but Chaos is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chaos moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Andrews is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Chaos looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Chaos looking for a guillotine here but Andrews defends easily.
Andrews with a flurry of punches that miss.
Chaos wants to sweep here but Andrews controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Chaos is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Andrews defends well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Andrews passes Chaos 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Chaos can do anything to dispel that myth.
Chaos is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Chaos dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Chaos fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Andrews sprawls well initially but Chaos persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Andrews keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Andrews tries to roll over but Chaos keeps him under control.
Chaos looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Andrews taking some punishment here, with Chaos in his half guard.
Chaos has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrews is trying to control but can't.
Andrews is looking for a sweep. Chaos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Chaos 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.
Andrews is looking for a sweep. Chaos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Andrews is trying to control but can't.
Andrews wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Chaos is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Andrews doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chaos .
Andrews taking some punishment here, with Chaos in his half guard. #SUB2#
Chaos is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Chaos throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Andrews is not content to let Chaos control the position.
Andrews wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Chaos is working for a kimura but Andrews is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Chaos is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Chaos seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Andrews has recovered full guard.
Andrews working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Andrews wants to sweep here but Chaos controlling him for the moment.
Chaos must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Chaos looking to sit in guard and control but Andrews gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Andrews throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Robert Chaos has got the better of the ground game so far.
Chaos being controlled here, momentarily.
Chaos can't keep his opponent in guard - Andrews advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4##SUB#
Andrews is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Chaos has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've been informed that Chaos has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Chaos tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Andrews trying to control the action but Chaos is working from the bottom.
Chaos won't allow Andrews to pass to mount.
Chaos regains full guard. Nicely done.
Andrews trying to control the position from guard on top but Chaos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Chaos is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Andrews sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Chaos showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Andrews keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Mitch Andrews is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Chaos shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Chaos was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Andrews is looking to reverse the position.
Chaos working the ground and pound.
Andrews manages to get back to half guard.
Andrews is pressing down on Chaos 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Chaos trying to control but Andrews is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chaos trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Andrews 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.
Chaos trying to control the position from guard on top but Andrews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Chaos stopping the sweep attempt from Andrews.
Chaos postures up and lands a big shot to Andrews's brow.
Chaos throwing strikes from guard but Andrews blocks nicely.
Chaos trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chaos keeps trying to improve his position.
Chaos trying to control but Andrews is working from the bottom.
Andrews utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Andrews 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.
Andrews looking to control.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chaos throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Andrews works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Chaos working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Andrews looking to control.
Andrews 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.
Chaos throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Andrews works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Andrews is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chaos defends well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Chaos tries to free his leg and advance position but Andrews is retaining full guard.
Andrews utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Andrews looking to control.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Chaos trying to control the position from guard on top but Andrews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Mitch Andrews has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##TD#
Andrews closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Chaos slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Andrews avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Chaos looking for a sweep. Not yet Chaos , not yet.
Chaos can't keep his opponent in guard - Andrews advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Chaos is not content to let Andrews control the position.
Chaos tries to roll over but Andrews keeps him under control.
Chaos gets back to full guard.
#T4##SUB2#
Chaos working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Andrews doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Andrews manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Andrews avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Chaos can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Andrews controls the pace.
Chaos looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Andrews connects with a couple of short punches.
Andrews tries to free his leg and advance position but Chaos is retaining full guard.
Robert Chaos is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Chaos has his foot on Andrews's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Andrews works his way back into a safe position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert Chaos comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Chaos 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert Chaos ! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 982 Round 2
Date: May 11, 2020 |
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McManus scores with a one two! Andrews had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
It looks like Mitch Andrews has been cut.
McManus fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Andrews shoots for a takedown but McManus saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Andrews showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McManus.
Andrews dives in for a single leg takedown but McManus sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Andrews fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mitch Andrews. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McManus moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Andrews shoots in looking for a takedown. McManus tries to sprawl out of it but Andrews keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McManus manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Andrews closes this distance looking for a takedown but McManus circles away.
Andrews on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrews fails with a takedown attempt.
Andrews closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Andrews lands in his opponent's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Andrews wants to pass the guard but McManus is keeping the position.
Andrews slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Andrews trying to control the position but McManus is working away.
Andrews in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Andrews is looking to take a break and control but McManus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McManus is pushing Andrews's head away, looking to escape. Andrews manages to hold on to the position though.
McManus being controlled for a moment.
Andrews trying to control the position but McManus is working away.
Andrews tries to move to mount but McManus blocks the move with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McManus avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Andrews.
Andrews staying calm.
Andrews throwing strikes but McManus manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Andrews tries to escape but McManus is in control.
Andrews manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Andrews is trying to get back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Andrews regains full guard. Nicely done.
McManus postures up in Andrews's guard and throws a big left but Andrews blocks it.
Andrews controlling McManus's posture.
Andrews manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McManus manages to get himself to full guard.
Andrews trying to control the position from guard on top but McManus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McManus avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas McManus dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mitch Andrews's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Andrews shoots in looking for a takedown. McManus tries to sprawl out of it but Andrews keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McManus manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
McManus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McManus dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrews takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Andrews shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
McManus has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Andrews scores with a takedown into McManus's guard.
Andrews trying to control but McManus is working from the bottom.
Mitch Andrews overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McManus manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Thomas McManus seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrews misses with a takedown attempt - McManus sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mitch Andrews. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McManus tries to clinch up.
Andrews misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
McManus is looking to clinch.
Andrews could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
McManus drops Andrews with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Andrews looks back up at him and smiles so McManus waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Andrews changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McManus tries to avoid it but Andrews manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McManus to the ground. McManus escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Andrews is trying hard to land a takedown here. McManus sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
McManus connects with a stiff jab that staggers Andrews - oh and he follows up with a huge uppercut that knocks him out cold! Man, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Thomas McManus! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 982 Round 1
Date: May 10, 2020 |
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A momentary lapse in concentration from McCavity enables Andrews to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. McCavity manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCavity keeping full guard, as Andrews tries to pass.
Andrews trying to control but McCavity is working from the bottom.
Andrews tries to free his leg and advance position but McCavity is retaining full guard.
Andrews advances to half guard.
Andrews controlling the action here.
Andrews is trying to control the action in half guard but McCavity is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
McCavity looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrews looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Andrews is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
McCavity tries to roll over but Andrews keeps him under control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Andrews trying to pass the guard but McCavity defending well.
Andrews is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Andrews seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McCavity does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Andrews is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Andrews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The fighters are battling for position here. McCavity manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Andrews content to stall in guard here.
McCavity is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Andrews defends well.
Andrews postures up.
Andrews trying to control but McCavity is working from the bottom.
Andrews sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
McCavity looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Andrews is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Andrews changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. McCavity looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Andrews is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McCavity knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Andrews trying to control the position but McCavity is working away.
Andrews working away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCavity tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Andrews trying to control the action but McCavity is working from the bottom.
Andrews is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt McCavity will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Andrews's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Andrews working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCavity tries to bench press Andrews off him but Andrews keeps the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
McCavity is looking to regain half guard here but Andrews keeps moving and retains side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mitch Andrews dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Andrews gets a double leg takedown into McCavity's guard.
Andrews wants to control from the top but McCavity keeps moving.
Andrews 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.
McCavity scores with a nice shot.
Andrews trying to control the position from guard on top but McCavity is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCavity looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrews has gone for a leg lock! McCavity slips out almost immediately though and dives into Andrews's guard.
Andrews seems keen to control McCavity's posture.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Andrews working a defensive guard here.
Andrews working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McCavity doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McCavity manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
McCavity decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Andrews, up you get!
Andrews moves out of range as McCavity throws a body kick.
And Andrews tries to counter it with a takedown but McCavity pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Andrews gets a double leg takedown into McCavity's guard.
McCavity scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Mitch Andrews seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrews decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrews wants to free his trapped foot but McCavity is holding on for dear life with his legs.
McCavity tries to kick Andrews off but Andrews keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Andrews moves nicely into side control.
McCavity wants to control but Andrews postures up.
Andrews looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
McCavity prevents Andrews from moving into mount.
McCavity tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Andrews wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Andrews is trying to get an arm triangle but McCavity is defending well.
McCavity sneaks out the side door and pushes Andrews away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Andrews is breathing heavily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McCavity shoots in and drives through. Andrews sprawls well.
Andrews shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Andrews pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCavity is keeping the position for now.
McCavity working a defensive guard here.
Andrews is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Andrews won't allow McCavity to sweep him here.
McCavity could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Andrews passes easily into side control. Nice work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCavity gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Andrews wants to control the pace but McCavity is squirming around nicely.
Andrews tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Andrews is continuing to stall.
Andrews fails to advance to McCavity's back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mitch Andrews will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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!
Andrews dives in and scores a takedown into McCavity's guard.
Andrews trying to control the position from guard on top but McCavity is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Andrews sitting in guard here, content to control.
Andrews tries to free his leg and advance position but McCavity is retaining full guard.
Andrews forces his way into half guard.
Andrews has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Andrews sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrews is pressing down on McCavity's thigh, looking to free his foot. McCavity is holding on for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Andrews wants to lay and pray for a moment but McCavity keeps working.
McCavity is trying to maintain the position but Andrews is very close to passing his half guard.
Andrews trying to control the pace.
McCavity has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Andrews is working away from the top position though.
McCavity is looking to escape.
Andrews is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Phil McCavity is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Andrews drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
McCavity has his feet on Andrews's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Andrews bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
McCavity tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Andrews is looking for the choke from the back position but McCavity is controlling his hands well.
Andrews takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Andrews's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
McCavity wants to get back to his feet.
Mitch Andrews is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Andrews controls the position.
McCavity is trying to stand back up.
McCavity trying to control but not successfully.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Andrews controlling the positon.
Andrews is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and McCavity taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Andrews.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mitch Andrews!
A victorious Mitch Andrews thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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