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Event:
KoF:IW Golden Claws XIII
Date: Dec 12, 2020 |
#R1##TD2# Dalenger dives in and scores a takedown into Trip's guard.#SUB2# Dalenger drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Dalenger as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Trip screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Dalenger! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Paul Dalenger! |
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KoF: IW Golden Claws X
Date: Nov 14, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Bruze's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bruze duly obliges. Bruze fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD2# Dalenger bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Bruze wants to get back to his feet but Dalenger is dominant here and he's now got Bruze's back! Bruze is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB2# Dalenger sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Bruze taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Paul Dalenger! |
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KoF: IW Golden Claws VI
Date: Oct 10, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! The crowd cheers as Apollo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dalenger doesn't seem phased though. Dalenger tries to clinch but Apollo moves out of range. Apollo scores with a hook. Dalenger gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Dalenger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#Dalenger is rocked! Apollo throws a pinpoint strike between Dalenger's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Dalenger crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Apollo scores a great knockout victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lindsay Apollo! In his post fight interview, Lindsay Apollo started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
KoF: Golden Claws V
Date: Sep 19, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Dalenger is looking to clinch but Todayashi is avoiding it.
#CL# Todayashi clinches up with Dalenger and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2# Dalenger drags the fight down to the ground.
Todayashi is fighting to break Dalenger's control of his arms but Dalenger is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2# Dalenger is looking for a triangle but Todayashi pushes his legs off easily.
Todayashi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Dalenger controlling the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dalenger looking for a sweep. Not yet Dalenger, not yet. Dalenger has control of Todayashi's left arm, preventing Todayashi from doing any damage. Dalenger trying to control the position.
Todayashi has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1# There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dalenger is on top in guard.
#REVB# Todayashi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Todayashi is looking to stand up but Dalenger isn't so interested in that idea. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dalenger postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Dalenger content to stall in guard here. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SU2# Todayashi is working an open guard so Dalenger takes the opportunity to get back to his feet. Todayashi rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dalenger moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Dalenger unleashes a big counter combination but Todayashi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Todayashi checks a leg kick. #TD# Todayashi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Todayashi is breathing heavily. Dalenger is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3# Dalenger is pressing down on Todayashi's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Dalenger looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Dalenger trying to keep a closed guard but Todayashi is proving a slippery customer.
Dalenger controlling Todayashi's posture. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Horrible takedown attempt by Dalenger or perhaps it was just good defense by Todayashi, which made it look bad. It looked like Todayashi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Todayashi.#CL2# Dalenger moves into range and clinches up with Todayashi. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Dalenger dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Dalenger throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Dalenger tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Todayashi defends well and Dalenger ends up having to push Todayashi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Dalenger has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Dalenger closes this distance looking for a takedown but Todayashi circles away. Todayashi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Todayashi throws a series of punches but Dalenger avoids them all with ease. Dalenger throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Todayashi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Todayashi looks for a takedown but Dalenger sprawls well. Dalenger throws a counter combo.#TD2# Dalenger scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES# Todayashi explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dalenger checks a low kick from Todayashi. Dalenger throws a shot from downtown. Todayashi moves away and avoids it. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2# Dalenger bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Dalenger sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Todayashi is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#T1##SUB2# Dalenger is trying to get an arm triangle but Todayashi is defending well. Dalenger has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Todayashi! Dalenger raining down shots from the mount! Dalenger is landing with some decent strikes but Todayashi is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Dalenger controlling from mount. #T2# Dalenger lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Dalenger content just to control the position here. #SUB2# Dalenger working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Todayashi turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Dalenger off and cradles Todayashi's limp body as Dalenger celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Paul Dalenger! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 24, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Maniac misses with a jab, cross combination.
Maniac throws a body punch but Dalenger moves out of range. #TD2# Maniac shoots in and gets a takedown into Dalenger's guard. Maniac really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dalenger. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Dalenger keeping full guard, as Maniac tries to pass. Maniac trying to control the position from guard on top but Dalenger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Maniac preventing the sweep. Dalenger is trying to keep Maniac in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Maniac has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Dalenger to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Maniac is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Dalenger pulls down on the head and he's put Maniac to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Paul Dalenger! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 16, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Hassan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL# Hassan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Hassan misses with some punches.
Hassan keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Dalenger's efforts to push away. Dalenger doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#TD# Hassan lands a takedown into guard.
Dalenger looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Dalenger trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dalenger might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hassan haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T1# Hassan wants to stand but Dalenger has a closed guard, so he can't escape. Hassan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Hassan seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Dalenger for as long as he can get away with.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL# Hassan drives through and clinches with Dalenger against the cage.
#BC2# Dalenger breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD# Hassan closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dalenger quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB# Hassan 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.
Dalenger wants to get back to his feet.
Dalenger is controlling Hassan's trapped leg to prevent Hassan from advancing to side control. Dalenger wants to get back to his feet. Hassan knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dalenger on the ground.#T3# Hassan is thwarting Dalenger's attempts to control the position. Dalenger makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dalenger. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dalenger looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Hassan working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dalenger's head.#SUB2# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Dalenger has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hassan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Hassan's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Hassan trying to control the position from guard on top but Dalenger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Dalenger wants to stand but Hassan is controlling the position. Dalenger wants to sweep but no luck. Dalenger keeping full guard, as Hassan tries to pass. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL# Dalenger tries to keep at a distance but Hassan has taken the fight into the clinch. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Dalenger is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Dalenger trying to land knees to the body.
Dalenger has Hassan pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hassan manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Razark Hassan dominated that round. That's time! Hassan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Hassan throws a sloppy head kick and Dalenger moves out of range easily. #CL# Hassan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dalenger, pushing him back against the cage.#TD# Hassan lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Dalenger trying to hold on to Hassan's head to control him but Hassan postures up.
Hassan lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Hassan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dalenger can do to turn this around? Hassan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dalenger knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dalenger makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dalenger. Hassan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1# Hassan wanted to stand there but Dalenger had control of the position. Hassan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Hassan looking to sit in guard and control but Dalenger gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Razark Hassan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Hassan keeping moving, preventing Dalenger from controlling successfully. Hassan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Dalenger would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Dalenger trying to control but Hassan is working from the bottom. Hassan controlling the position. Hassan looking for a sweep. Not yet Hassan, not yet. Hassan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dalenger controls the pace. Hassan keeping moving, preventing Dalenger from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Dalenger pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hassan is out of range and Dalenger settles back down. Dalenger fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dalenger throws a head kick but Hassan moves out of range.
#T3# Hassan tries to bum rush Dalenger with a series of wild strikes but Dalenger uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Dalenger shoots in for a takedown but Hassan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL# Hassan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Dalenger is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD# Hassan gets a trip takedown into half guard. Hassan stalling. Dalenger looks like he's trying to stand up.
Dalenger wants to get back to full guard.#T4# Dalenger is trying to stand up here but Hassan is controlling him well. Dalenger is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Hassan seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Dalenger is trying to stand up here but Hassan is controlling him well. Dalenger trying to control from the bottom.
#SU# Hassan decides to stand up. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD# Dalenger gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Dalenger is breathing heavily. 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! Hassan wants to pass the guard but Dalenger is keeping the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Razark Hassan dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3# Dalenger dives in for a single leg takedown but Hassan sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Dalenger shoots in but Hassan avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD# Hassan shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Ground and pound from Hassan. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dalenger on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Hassan sitting and controlling from the half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dalenger keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T1# Still in half guard, Hassan seems content to control. Hassan wants to free his trapped foot but Dalenger is holding on for dear life with his legs. Hassan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB# Hassan is working for a kimura here but Dalenger manages to reverse the position and he's now in Hassan's guard.
Dalenger tries to stand but Hassan is controlling from the bottom. #T2##SUB# Hassan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dalenger defends it easily. Hassan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dalenger is one step ahead there. Hassan controls Dalenger momentarily but Dalenger frees himself. Hassan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dalenger is one step ahead there. #T3# Hassan wants to improve his position but instead Dalenger has moved into half guard.
Dalenger wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hassan keeps working. Dalenger tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #SUB2# Dalenger is trying to work for a kimura but Hassan is defending well.
#SUB2# Dalenger is working for a submission of some sort.
#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. Dalenger tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Hassan. Hassan works his way to full guard. Good work. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Dalenger tries to free his leg and advance position but Hassan is retaining full guard. Paul Dalenger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Razark Hassan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Hassan on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hassan tries to get out of the position. Hassan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
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 Razark Hassan. Well Hassan 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27 Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 29:28 Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Razark Hassan! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 28, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD# Astonomanov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. The strikes coming from Astonomanov are missing the target in this wave of attacks. Dalenger striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Astonomanov working the strikes but Dalenger uses the opportunity to regain half guard. Nice strikes from Astonomanov there. Astonomanov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Dalenger works his way to full guard. Good work. Astonomanov working some strikes from top position. Dalenger bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Astonomanov's guard. #REVB# Dalenger throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Astonomanov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Astonomanov managing to control the position. Dalenger missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1# Dalenger trying to control the position from guard on top but Astonomanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Astonomanov tries to land a sweep but no joy. Dalenger cracks Astonomanov with a solid left hand. Dalenger trying to control but Astonomanov is working from the bottom. Astonomanov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dalenger on the ground. Astonomanov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dalenger is one step ahead there. Dalenger won't allow Astonomanov to get back to his feet. #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. Astonomanov has his hands on Dalenger's head, controlling the position. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Astonomanov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dalenger is fending him off so far but Astonomanov persists. Nope, Dalenger circles away and we're back to standing. Horrible takedown attempt by Dalenger or perhaps it was just good defense by Astonomanov, which made it look bad. An attempted straight right counter from Astonomanov misses the target. Astonomanov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dalenger sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Astonomanov somewhat. Dalenger stuffs the takedown attempt from Astonomanov. Astonomanov gets slowly back to his feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mandark Astonomanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3##TD# Astonomanov shoots in and bounces Dalenger off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Dalenger is looking to stand up but Astonomanov isn't so interested in that idea. Astonomanov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Dalenger striking off his back but it's not causing Astonomanov any problems. Dalenger wants to get back to his feet but Astonomanov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Astonomanov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Astonomanov throwing strikes from guard but Dalenger blocks nicely. Astonomanov tries to free his leg and advance position but Dalenger is retaining full guard. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup. Dalenger has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4# Dalenger avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Astonomanov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dalenger swivels though and keeps the full guard. Dalenger is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Astonomanov tries a low kick but Dalenger avoids it. Dalenger tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Astonomanov paws at him with a jab and circles away. Astonomanov fails to land with a series of punches.
Nice takedown defense from Astonomanov. No joy for Dalenger on that attempt. Astonomanov throws a series of punches but Dalenger moves out of range. Dalenger wants to counter with a clinch but Astonomanov pushes him away. Astonomanov works the jab nicely. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Dalenger dives in for a single leg takedown but Astonomanov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Dalenger throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Dalenger looks winded! Astonomanov lands a leg kick that knocks Dalenger off balance momentarily. Dalenger slaps away a takedown attempt from Astonomanov, before circling back to the center of the mat. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mandark Astonomanov dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Astonomanov shoots in for a double leg but Dalenger sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Astonomanov misses with a takedown attempt and Astonomanov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. No luck for Astonomanov with that takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mandark Astonomanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Astonomanov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Astonomanov lands in his opponent's guard. Astonomanov prevents Dalenger from getting back to his feet. Astonomanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dalenger can do to turn this around? Dalenger preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Astonomanov lands a couple of digs. Astonomanov won't allow Dalenger to get back to his feet. Dalenger is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB# Dalenger passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Astonomanov! #T1# Dalenger with a couple of short strikes. Dalenger avoids the attempt from Astonomanov to control. Dalenger sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Astonomanov tries to reverse the position but Dalenger maintains control.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Astonomanov manages to control the position for a moment. Astonomanov wants to hold on but Dalenger pushes him away. Dalenger scores with a couple of good head shots there.
#SUB2# Dalenger working for a guillotine from mount but Astonomanov is in no mood to give up. Astonomanov is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2# Dalenger has control of Astonomanov's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Astonomanov regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T3# BOOM! Dalenger connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Astonomanov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Astonomanov tries to hold on but Dalenger postures up. Astonomanov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Astonomanov tries to get out of the position. Dalenger wants to control but instead Astonomanov manages to regain half guard. #T4# Astonomanov is positioning himself well to prevent Dalenger advancing to mount. Astonomanov is trying to control but Dalenger manages to pass to mount!
#SUB2# Dalenger has control of Astonomanov's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Astonomanov regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Astonomanov is looking to improve his position but Dalenger isn't that keen on the idea. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Dalenger manages to capitalize on a mistake by Astonomanov to take his back! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Dalenger showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Astonomanov fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Dalenger ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Astonomanov shoots in looking for a takedown but Dalenger manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Astonomanov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Astonomanov leaves Dalenger with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2# Dalenger gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2# Dalenger decides to pull guard. #SUB2# Astonomanov stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Dalenger throws up his legs and catches Astonomanov in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Astonomanov tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Dalenger! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Paul Dalenger! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 24, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2# Dalenger closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dalenger lands in his opponent's guard. Dalenger trying to control the position from guard on top but Sag is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Sag wants to stand up but Dalenger is controlling him. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dalenger advances to half guard. Dalenger is keen to just control but Sag is a slippery customer. Sag is trying to stand back up but Dalenger is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sag blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dalenger. Sag is trying to stand up here but Dalenger is controlling him well. Dalenger is figuring out what he wants to do next. Dalenger passes to side control. #T1# The strikes coming from Dalenger are missing the target in this wave of attacks. Dalenger looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Sag is avoiding damage well.
Dalenger has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Sag is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Dalenger is controlling him well. Sag is being controlled here. Dalenger is looking to take a break and control but Sag is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Dalenger takes a little break here. Sag wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well. Sag wants to get back to his feet but Dalenger drags him back down.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dalenger. Dalenger shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sag pinned against the cage. Sag gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL2# Dalenger clinches with his opponent.
#BC# Sag breaks the clinch.
Dalenger looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Bs Sag has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Dalenger.#T3# Dalenger tries to move into range but Sag moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Good standup being displayed there by Sag as he connects with a hook. Dalenger drops his hands momentarily and Sag takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Sag catches Dalenger with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Sag fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dalenger on the side of the head.#TD2# Dalenger fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Sag sprawls well initially but Dalenger persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Sag is looking to escape.#ES# Sag pushes Dalenger off and gets back to his feet.#T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Sag's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Sag duly obliges. Sag throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sag circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sag appears to be looking for a big counter. Sag swings for the body but Dalenger moves out of range.
Sag swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dalenger. Dalenger tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Sag cracks Dalenger with a right hand to the side of the head. Sag connects with the punch. Sloppy strikes from Dalenger. Those never looked like landing. Dalenger fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sag avoids it really well and circles away. Sag was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bs Sag dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2# Sag blocks the body kick.
#TD# Sag shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sag was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! A lull in the action here as Sag stalls from top position. Sag working away. 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. Dalenger tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sag wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SU# Sag stands up and beckons Dalenger to his feet. Dalenger tries to clinch up but Sag circles away and keeps his distance. Sag seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dalenger walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Dalenger with a lazy takedown attempt and Sag counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dalenger thinking. Sag connects with a body shot that sends Dalenger's belly button to the back.#T1##TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Sag. Sag wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dalenger keeps working. Sag working away. Dalenger is not content to let Sag control the position. Dalenger is looking for a sweep. Sag wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dalenger keeps working. Dalenger struggling a bit here.#T2##SU# Sag has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. Dalenger misses with a takedown and Dalenger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Dalenger misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dalenger is breathing heavily. Nice sprawl there from Sag as Dalenger shoots in. Bs Sag has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Dalenger.#TD# Sag closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Dalenger's guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dalenger working a defensive guard here.
Sag wants to get up but he can't break Dalenger's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. Sag knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dalenger on the ground.#T3# Sag is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Sag is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dalenger can do to turn this around? The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Dalenger doesn't succeed with the takedown and Sag counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Dalenger takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#TD# Dalenger gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dalenger wants to sweep but no luck. Sag controlling from the top position. Sag'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 crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Dalenger wants to sweep here but Sag controlling him for the moment. Dalenger has Sag pulled in close to control his posture. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bs Sag dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD# Sag looking to score a takedown here. Dalenger is defending well but Sag drives through and ends up in Dalenger's guard. Dalenger tries to land a sweep but no joy. Dalenger doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
#SU# Sag stands up from Dalenger's guard - Sag perhaps looking for a knockout. Sag throws a big shot that misses. Sag ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dalenger moves away.#TD# Dalenger gets caught flat footed, as Sag shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Dalenger working for a triangle but Sag defends it easily.
Dalenger looking to control.
Dalenger being controlled here, momentarily. #T1# Dalenger looking for a sweep. Not yet Dalenger, not yet. Dalenger is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Bs Sag overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Dalenger takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Sag trying to control the position from guard on top but Dalenger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Sag looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2# Dalenger is looking for a triangle but Sag pushes his legs off easily.
Sag controls from within his opponent's guard. #SU# Sag stands up and waves to Dalenger to follow him. #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. Sag thuds a left hand into Dalenger's body. Sag shoots in for a takedown but Dalenger shows good takedown defense. #TD# Sag closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dalenger quickly recovers to half guard. Sag trying to control the action but Dalenger is working from the bottom. Sag not doing much here.
Dalenger wants to control but Sag is keeping busy.
#T3# It looks like Sag is going to stand back up.
Dalenger is looking to control Sag's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dalenger avoid being mounted? It looks like Sag is going to stand back up.
#SUB2# Dalenger is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sag pulls his head out easily. Sag looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Dalenger looks like he's trying to stand up.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Sag cracks Dalenger with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Bs Sag is winning the standup battle so far.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Dalenger shoots for a takedown but Sag saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Dalenger shoots and misses enabling Sag to counter with a crisp jab. Sag lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Sag scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Bs Sag is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Dalenger gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily letting Sag counter with a right hand. Bs Sag has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Dalenger. Sag tries for a takedown but Dalenger sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Dalenger takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Paul Dalenger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Bs Sag is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Dalenger takes one on the button.
And that's the end of the fight! Bs Sag showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sag, 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27 Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27 Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bs Sag! After winning the bout, Bs Sag thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 20, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2# Astonomanov tries to keep at a distance but Dalenger has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2# Dalenger pulls Astonomanov into guard.
Astonomanov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Astonomanov scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Dalenger preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Dalenger tries to land a sweep but no joy. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Astonomanov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Dalenger is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB# Dalenger perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dalenger wants to pass to mount but Astonomanov is defending the position. Dalenger is trying to control. Astonomanov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Dalenger thows a huge punch but Astonomanov dodges it nicely.
#T1# Astonomanov wants to improve his position but Dalenger is controlling well.
Dalenger wants to control but Astonomanov is keeping him busy. Dalenger works his way into side control. Astonomanov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Dalenger asserts his dominance and retains side control. Astonomanov wants to control but Dalenger postures up. Dalenger wants to stand but Astonomanov has his arm trapped. #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. Astonomanov prevents Dalenger from improving position. Dalenger wants to stand but Astonomanov has his arm trapped. Astonomanov wants to get back to his feet but Dalenger is dominant here and he's now got Astonomanov's back! I really don't envy Astonomanov right now.
Astonomanov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! Dalenger tries to control but Astonomanov wriggling away. #T3##SUB2# Dalenger moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Astonomanov has worked his arm free - good work by Astonomanov!
Dalenger cracks Astonomanov with a big right hand but Astonomanov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Astonomanov is looking to reverse the position. Astonomanov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Astonomanov tries to get out of the position. Dalenger working away. Astonomanov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dalenger on the ground. Astonomanov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Dalenger is controlling him well. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Astonomanov is trying to control Dalenger's posture but Dalenger avoids it. #SUB2# Dalenger is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Astonomanov is trying to escape and Dalenger transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Astonomanov is forced to tap! Nice work there by Dalenger! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Paul Dalenger! |
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