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Event:
Back in Blood A&E 99
Date: Apr 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Dort swats away the attempt to clinch by McFarland.
Dort shoots in for a takedown but McFarland shows good takedown defense. #CL#
McFarland closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
McFarland ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. McFarland no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Dort wants to control from the top but McFarland keeps moving.
McFarland tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McFarland on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if McFarland tries to get out of the position.
McFarland trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
McFarland has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Dort has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Dort wants a takedown but no success here.
Dort wants a takedown but no success here.
Jim McFarland has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jason Dort.#T1#
McFarland tries to pull guard but Dort won't allow it.
McFarland is defending well against a takedown attempt.
McFarland lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Dort breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McFarland goes for a double leg but Dort avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dort continues to drive forward.#TD#
McFarland pulls guard.
McFarland controlling Dort's posture.
McFarland is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at The Lions Den that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB#
McFarland is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dort is aware though and is defending well.
McFarland is trying to keep Dort in close.
#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. McFarland manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T2#
McFarland is trying to break the clinch but Dort is controlling him.
Dort tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McFarland's elbow.
McFarland stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#TD2#
Dort wants the takedown. McFarland is fighting it off but Dort persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in McFarland's guard against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dort passes McFarland's left leg - he's now in half guard.
McFarland controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
McFarland avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dort. #T3#
McFarland slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McFarland looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McFarland has his hands on Dort's head, controlling the position.
McFarland wants to get back to his feet but Dort is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dort sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dort trying to control but McFarland is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB#
McFarland looking for a guillotine here but Dort defends easily.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
McFarland rushes Dort and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McFarland is looking to take this one to the mat.
Come on Dort - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jim McFarland dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
McFarland stuffs the takedown.
As Dort tries to get set, McFarland tries to push him back and clinch up but Dort manages to avoid the attempt.
Dort slaps away a takedown attempt from McFarland, before circling back to the center of the mat.
McFarland tries to clinch up.
Dort fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dort dives in and grabs McFarland's left leg, looking for a takedown. McFarland pushes down on Dort's head and hops out.
Dort missing with a left hand there. McFarland was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
McFarland clinches.
Dort trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bit of stalling here from McFarland.
McFarland has Dort pressed against the cage, preventing Dort from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McFarland lands with a short shot to the head.
Dort wants to break free but McFarland has control.
#T1#
McFarland goes for a takedown in the clinch but Dort prevents it.
McFarland is trying to pull guard but Dort has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jim McFarland. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dort wants a takedown but no success here.
Dort tries to break the clinch but McFarland is controlling the position.
Dort tries to break the clinch but McFarland is controlling the position. #BC2#
Dort breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McFarland tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dort sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McFarland somewhat.
Dort goes for a double leg but McFarland avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as McFarland continues to drive forward.
Dort is breathing heavily.
McFarland attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
McFarland tests Dort's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
McFarland throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Dort shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. McFarland manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
McFarland is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Dort presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
The referee is keeping an eye on McFarland - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McFarland works on Dort's body with a couple of short punches.
McFarland missing with knees to the body.
McFarland slowing the pace effectively.
McFarland tries to pull guard but Dort won't allow it.
#T3#
Dort wants to stall.
McFarland has had enough of the clinch but Dort keeps him there for the moment.
Dort tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. McFarland just stands there and leans against the cage.
McFarland creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC2#
Dort breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
McFarland closes the distance and clinches.
McFarland tries to pull guard but Dort won't allow it.
Dort misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McFarland.
#TD2#
Dort turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Dort manages to end up in side control.
McFarland throws Dort to one side and escapes!
Dort with a poor takedown #CL#
and McFarland holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Dort escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McFarland throws a head kick that misses.
Dort stuffs the takedown attempt from McFarland. McFarland gets slowly back to his feet.
Dort fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McFarland shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dort tries to counter with a clinch but McFarland shakes him off and moves away.#TD#
McFarland shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McFarland was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Dort is trying to improve his position.
Sloppy strikes there by McFarland.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jim McFarland dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
McFarland is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dort sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
McFarland gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Dort counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
McFarland is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dort can do to turn this around?#BC2#
Dort manages to break the clinch.
McFarland stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McFarland wants it to stay on the feet.
McFarland half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McFarland shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dort defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jim McFarland. 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.
Dort shoots in looking for a takedown but McFarland manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dort's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
McFarland moves into the clinch successfully.
Dort is pressed up against the cage. McFarland has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dort down to the mat. Dort avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
McFarland moves out of range of the body kick from Dort.
Dort takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from McFarland.
Dort stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Dort wants it to stay on the feet.
McFarland shoots in and drives through. Dort sprawls well.
McFarland gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Dort counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dort.
Jim McFarland has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD2#
Dort jumps guard.
McFarland trying to control the position from guard on top but Dort is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dort being controlled here, momentarily.
Dort keeping moving, preventing McFarland from controlling successfully. #T2##ES2#
Dort pushes McFarland off and scrambles back to his feet.
A shot to the liver by McFarland. Beautiful body shot.
McFarland will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
McFarland rushes Dort and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
McFarland pulls guard effortlessly.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dort working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Dort throws a big elbow that misses. #SU2#
Dort gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #CL#
McFarland pushes Dort up against the cage in a clinch.
McFarland is defending well against a takedown attempt.
McFarland goes for a takedown in the clinch but Dort prevents it.
McFarland working hard to break the clinch.
McFarland wants a takedown but no success here.
Dort leaning against his opponent.
#BC2#
Dort breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Dort throws a body punch but McFarland moves out of range.
McFarland shoots in but no luck this time.
Dort tries to counter by closing the distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - McFarland looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nice sprawl there from McFarland as Dort shoots in.
McFarland appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McFarland fails with a takedown attempt.
Dort drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McFarland defends it well.
McFarland displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dort.
Jason Dort has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jim McFarland is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dort keeps the fight on the outside.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jason Dort comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McFarland has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Jim McFarland!
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Jim McFarland!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Jim McFarland!
Jim McFarland wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
#R1#
McFarland throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rose tries to clinch there but McFarland circles away.
Rose fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McFarland avoids it really well and circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McFarland.
Rose throws a front kick that sends McFarland stumbling back into the cage.
Rose shoots for a takedown but McFarland saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rose stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rose wants it to stay on the feet.
Rose keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rose throws a big counter combination but McFarland scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kyle Rose has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jim McFarland.
Rose darts in looking for a takedown but McFarland gets double underhooks and turns Rose into the cage. #T1#
McFarland is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
McFarland has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rose after a bit of a struggle.
McFarland changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rose fights it off and pushes away nicely.
McFarland fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McFarland closes the distance and clinches up with Rose, looking for a takedown. McFarland pushes Rose against the cage but Rose circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rose throws a head kick that half lands.
Rose fails with the takedown#CL2#
and McFarland counters by clinching up.
McFarland tries to pull guard but Rose won't allow it.
Rose tries to break the clinch but McFarland is controlling the position. #T2#
Rose pressing his opponent against the cage.
McFarland manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Rose is trying to force a seperation but McFarland has the dominant position.
McFarland gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rose.
Rose can't break the clinch.
Rose jumps guard but McFarland turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T3#
McFarland is trying to force a seperation but Rose has the dominant position.
McFarland has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rose is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
McFarland lands a right hand.
McFarland tries for a takedown but Rose manages to get underhooks.
McFarland tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rose smiles and moves away.
McFarland misses with a head kick.
Rose misses with a wild body shot.
McFarland shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rose is looking to clinch.
Rose lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rose slaps away a takedown attempt from McFarland, before circling back to the center of the mat.
McFarland looks winded!#T4##CL2#
McFarland fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rose, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Rose turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Rose manages to end up in side control.
McFarland throws Rose to one side and escapes!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rose doesn't manage to clinch there - McFarland circles away.
McFarland shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rose sprawls well. Rose wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McFarland gets slowly back to his feet.
Rose misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
McFarland closes the distance and clinches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jim McFarland will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A low kick from McFarland is predictable there
and Rose counters with a thumping low kick.
Kyle Rose is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McFarland avoids the head kick by Rose.
Rose wants to clinch.
McFarland shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
McFarland has Rose up against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on McFarland's face as he tries to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McFarland tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rose smiles and moves away.
Kyle Rose is winning the standup battle so far.
Rose keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kyle Rose has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jim McFarland.
McFarland stalks Rose and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Rose's face. Rose staggers backwards, shaken.#T1#
McFarland shoots in but no luck this time.
McFarland tries for a takedown but Rose sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
McFarland is breathing heavily.
Rose misses with a head kick.
Rose is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McFarland shoots in for a takedown but Rose shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rose or perhaps it was just good defense by McFarland, which made it look bad.
McFarland throws a leg kick but Rose checks it. #CL2#
McFarland clinches up with Rose and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Rose pulls guard effortlessly. #T2#
Rose is trying to control the position but McFarland postures up. #SUB#
McFarland got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rose has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McFarland has managed to get both his arms back between Rose's legs - danger averted.
Rose is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Rose missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Rose is trying to control the action in half guard but McFarland is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McFarland has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rose is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
McFarland actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
McFarland is trying to stand.
McFarland is looking for a sweep. Rose is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McFarland is refusing to be controlled, as Rose sits in half guard. #SU#
Rose stands up out of the half guard.
McFarland wants to clinch
and Rose counters with a head kick. #T4#
Rose shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McFarland pinned against the cage. McFarland gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
McFarland scores with a jab.
McFarland stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
McFarland fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Rose sprawls well initially but McFarland persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Rose kicks off McFarland and gets to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
McFarland manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rose on his heels. He'll look to pass Rose's guard now, I'm sure.
Rose trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Kyle Rose will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
McFarland ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McFarland throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rose.
McFarland swats away the attempt to clinch by Rose.
McFarland changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Rose defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McFarland.
Rose shoots in looking for a takedown. McFarland tries to sprawl out of it but Rose keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McFarland manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McFarland shoots in for a takedown but Rose shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Rose tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rose fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McFarland avoids it really well and circles away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Rose changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McFarland tries to avoid it but Rose manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McFarland to the ground. McFarland escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kyle Rose. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rose looks to throw a body kick
and McFarland counters with a two punch combo. #CL2#
McFarland gets in close and instigates a clinch.
McFarland is looking to break free of the clinch but Rose has double underhooks.
Rose has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Rose trying to stall but McFarland improves his position.
#BC2#
McFarland breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
McFarland instigates a clinch.
McFarland tries to pull guard but Rose forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
McFarland jumps guard but Rose stands there with McFarland around his waist. McFarland gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
McFarland gets underhooks to prevent Rose's takedown attempt.
#T2#
Rose wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McFarland has him pressed against the cage.
Rose jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as McFarland walks away with a smile on his face. Rose gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rose shoots in for a double leg but McFarland sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
McFarland shoots in but Rose avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rose went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
McFarland misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
McFarland moves into the clinch.#BC#
Rose breaks from the clinch.
#T3#
McFarland fails to land the takedown.
Rose throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Rose goes for a double leg but McFarland avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as McFarland continues to drive forward.
Rose tries to score a body lock takedown but McFarland shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
McFarland has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rose after a bit of a struggle.
Rose tries to circle away but McFarland has him pinned against the cage.
McFarland lands a left hand.
McFarland wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
McFarland goes for a takedown in the clinch but Rose prevents it.
#T4#
McFarland drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rose pulls his leg out and moves away.
No luck for Rose with that takedown attempt.
McFarland shoots in but no luck this time.
Rose is looking to clinch.
McFarland swats away the attempt to clinch by Rose.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McFarland shoots in but Rose avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD#
Rose gets the takedown into side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jim McFarland comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McFarland has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jim McFarland! |
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