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Event:
Highland 205
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Caetano moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Caetano with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McGavin to score with a decent uppercut.
Caetano tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Caetano leaves McGavin with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McGavin fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
McGavin drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
McGavin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Caetano is not content to let McGavin control the position.
Caetano manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1##SUB2#
McGavin is working for a kimura but Caetano is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Caetano looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Caetano slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Caetano pushes a forearm under McGavin's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, McGavin is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joaquim Caetano!
After the big win, Joaquim Caetano made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Honest Apparel ($15 SPECIAL + New Stock!) and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
Julian McGavin was interviewed post fight and said 'Not fair boy I was just getting started'. |
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Event:
Highland 176
Date: Jul 17, 2022 |
#R1#
McGavin tries to clinch but Tarver moves out of range.
Tarver wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
McGavin sizes up Tarver with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CL#
Tarver clinches with his opponent.
Tarver is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Tarver successfully pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
McGavin drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and McGavin jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
McGavin is sitting in close to Tarver's body. Tarver has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! McGavin is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, McGavin is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Tarver.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Antonio Tarver!
Antonio Tarver seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Julian McGavin had this to say: 'Not fair boy I was just getting started'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 24, 2022 |
#R1#
McGavin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sss tries to avoid it but McGavin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sss to the ground. Sss escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sss is trying to counter with his kicks.#TD#
Sss gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
McGavin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
McGavin forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
McGavin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sss has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
McGavin seems to be working for a kimura but Sss defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin throwing shots but Sss is blocking nicely. #T1#
McGavin throwing shots but Sss is blocking nicely.
McGavin has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Sss is refusing to be controlled, as McGavin sits in half guard.
McGavin working over Sss with some ground and pound. Sss looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Sss really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McGavin. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
McGavin not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sss keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
McGavin wants to work for an arm triangle but Sss is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McGavin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
McGavin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sss keeps working. #SUB#
McGavin is looking for a kimura but Sss is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McGavin to get the leverage. #T2#
McGavin throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
McGavin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
McGavin thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
McGavin seems to be working for a kimura but Sss defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
McGavin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sss doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McGavin. #SUB#
McGavin is working for a kimura but Sss is defending it quite comfortably.
#T3##SUB#
McGavin seems to be working for a kimura but Sss defends the submission attempt.
McGavin throwing shots but Sss is blocking nicely. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
McGavin is working for a kimura but Sss is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
McGavin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sss doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McGavin.
McGavin is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McGavin tries to stand and escape but Sss is controlling the position.
McGavin scoring with strikes to the body and head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julian McGavin dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sss.
McGavin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sss can do to turn this around?#TD#
McGavin drives through with a takedown into Sss's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
McGavin tries to free his leg and advance position but Sss is retaining full guard.
McGavin trying to control but Sss is working from the bottom.
McGavin throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
McGavin throwing strikes from guard but Sss blocks nicely. #T1#
McGavin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sss swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McGavin is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGavin loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sss working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McGavin.
McGavin looking to pass the guard.
Sss keeping moving, preventing McGavin from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McGavin shoots for a double leg takedown but Sss sprawls well. He's pushed McGavin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sss shoots in looking for a takedown. McGavin tries to sprawl out of it but Sss keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McGavin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
McGavin shoots in looking for a takedown. Sss tries to sprawl out of it but McGavin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sss manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Sss closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
McGavin kicks Sss off and gets back to his feet.#T3##TD#
McGavin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
McGavin has gone for a leg lock! Sss slips out almost immediately though and dives into McGavin's guard.#REVB#
McGavin keeping moving, preventing Sss from controlling successfully. #ES#
McGavin is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T4#
Sss has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McGavin after a bit of a struggle.
Julian McGavin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sss Sss.
A quick uppercut on the inside from McGavin.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGavin lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
McGavin lands with a light punch inside.
McGavin with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGavin misses with an elbow over the top.
Sss is trying to drag McGavin to the mat but McGavin just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julian McGavin dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
McGavin drives through with a takedown into Sss's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
McGavin won't allow Sss to sweep him here.
McGavin wants to pass the guard but Sss is keeping the position.
Sss looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin advances position into side control!#SUB#
McGavin is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sss knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
McGavin is looking to take a break and control but Sss is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
McGavin is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sss is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
McGavin wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sss, who protects the arm well. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
McGavin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sss has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
McGavin tries for a kimura but Sss is defending well. #SUB#
McGavin tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
McGavin looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3##SUB#
McGavin working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
McGavin looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
McGavin is looking to take a break and control but Sss is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McGavin tries to move to mount but Sss blocks the move with his legs.
Sss takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#SUB#
McGavin looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sss Sss has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
McGavin tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McGavin has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Julian McGavin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU#
McGavin has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Julian McGavin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McGavin, 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:26
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:26
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Julian McGavin!
Julian McGavin decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 12, 2022 |
#R1#
McGavin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Shojumaru.
Shojumaru fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGavin manages to avoid it.
McGavin tries to counter with a takedown but Shojumaru is quick to defend against it.
The fight stays on the outside here - McGavin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shojumaru uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Shojumaru stuffs the takedown attempt from McGavin. McGavin gets slowly back to his feet.
Shojumaru thuds a left hand into McGavin's body.
A jab from McGavin finds it's way through Shojumaru's defenses.
Shojumaru just misses with a punch to the body.
McGavin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shojumaru misses with a wild body shot.
Shojumaru looks to score with a jab to the body but McGavin is just out of range.
McGavin takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nice cross by McGavin.
McGavin ducks under a wild hook from Shojumaru.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shojumaru loads up on a big right hand but McGavin slips the punch.#T1#
McGavin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Shojumaru defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McGavin.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julian McGavin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McGavin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Shojumaru.
Shojumaru looks to score with a jab to the body but McGavin is just out of range.
Shojumaru paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
McGavin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Shojumaru let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Shojumaru with a hook.#KD2#
Shojumaru lands a big right hand that sends McGavin crashing to the mat! Shojumaru stays standing though and waves McGavin back to his feet!#ROC2#McGavin is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice takedown defense from Shojumaru. No joy for McGavin on that attempt.
Oh McGavin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McGavin shoots in looking for a takedown. Shojumaru tries to sprawl out of it but McGavin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Shojumaru manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
McGavin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGavin seems to have got his legs back now.
McGavin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Shojumaru throws out the jab. #TD#
McGavin shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McGavin was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
McGavin tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McGavin has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2#
Shojumaru dodges the ground and pound from McGavin.#SUB#
McGavin is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Shojumaru is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Shojumaru tries to buck McGavin off but McGavin is having none of it.
Shojumaru looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
McGavin working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
McGavin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
McGavin trying to control the action but Shojumaru is working from the bottom. #SUB#
McGavin is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Shojumaru knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
McGavin is working to tighten his grip on Shojumaru's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Shojumaru has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but McGavin is really squeezing tight and eventually Shojumaru passes out! McGavin breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Julian McGavin!
A very excited looking Julian McGavin rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 10, 2022 |
#R1#
McGavin leaves Crawford with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Crawford tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McGavin paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McGavin stuffs the takedown.
Crawford throws a low kick but McGavin moves out of range easily.
Crawford sets himself, and McGavin steps forward looking for the clinch! Crawford avoids it this time.
McGavin cracks Crawford with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McGavin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Crawford's head backwards.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McGavin crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Crawford - the referee stops the clock and McGavin gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Crawford. McGavin manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Zac Crawford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
McGavin closes the distance and pushes Crawford back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crawford is trying to break free.
Crawford gets underhooks to prevent McGavin's takedown attempt.
McGavin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Crawford really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Crawford wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McGavin has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Crawford jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as McGavin walks away with a smile on his face. Crawford gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zac Crawford. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Crawford fails with the takedown#TD2#
and McGavin counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
McGavin wants to control from the top but Crawford keeps moving.
McGavin tries to free his leg and advance position but Crawford is retaining full guard.
McGavin throws a big elbow that misses.
McGavin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Crawford is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
McGavin postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Crawford is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of McGavin, into his guard. #REVR#
Crawford throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Crawford keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of McGavin's head.
Crawford wants to control from the top but McGavin keeps moving.
Crawford has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of McGavin is proving hard to escape from.
McGavin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Crawford is stalling in the full guard.
Crawford trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Crawford controls from within his opponent's guard.
Crawford wants to control from the top but McGavin keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Crawford fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
McGavin lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Crawford with a lazy takedown attempt
and McGavin counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Crawford thinking.
McGavin with a hook.
Crawford closes this distance looking for a takedown but McGavin circles away.
Julian McGavin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Crawford is on the wrong end of a nice combination from McGavin.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from McGavin - that will leave a mark!
A left and a right from McGavin both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#It looks like Zac Crawford has been cut.
Crawford tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and McGavin decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Crawford's guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Crawford has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. McGavin has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
McGavin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julian McGavin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Zac Crawford's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Crawford tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McGavin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McGavin feints the counter takedown.
Crawford misses with a wild body shot.
McGavin scores with a three punch combo!
Crawford looks for a takedown but McGavin sprawls well.
Crawford fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McGavin avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Crawford.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zac Crawford. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Crawford tries to close the distance and clinch but McGavin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Crawford shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Crawford shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McGavin pinned against the cage. McGavin gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Zac Crawford is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McGavin misses with a few strikes there.
Crawford has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and McGavin counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Crawford is refusing to be controlled, as McGavin sits in half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McGavin lands a nice short elbow.
McGavin throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Crawford is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McGavin's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McGavin's back!#T2##SUB#
Crawford is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. McGavin knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften McGavin for a finish.
McGavin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Crawford not allowing McGavin to control his hands. #SUB#
McGavin won't enjoy being in this position. Crawford looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - McGavin is tapping - it's over boys! Crawford picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Zac Crawford!
The defeated Julian McGavin had this to say: 'Not fair boy I was just getting started'. |
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Event:
VFC 54 Blood in the Water
Date: Mar 25, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
King clinches up with McGavin and pushes him back against the cage.
King tries to pull guard but McGavin holds him up against the cage and eventually King drops back down to his feet.
McGavin fails to pull guard.
#TD#
King manages to pull guard.
McGavin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
King is trying to control the position but McGavin postures up.
King definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
McGavin throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGavin wants to stand but King is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
King is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin is looking to stand up but King won't let him. #SUB#
King working for a triangle but McGavin defends it easily.
#SUB#
King has his feet on McGavin's thighs here. He's pushed McGavin off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! McGavin screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bill King!
In defeat, Julian McGavin stepped up to the mic, saying 'Not fair boy I was just getting started'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Clutch misses with a takedown attempt
and McGavin counters with a stiff right hand.
Clutch fails to land the takedown.
McGavin shoots for a takedown but Clutch saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Clutch swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL#
and McGavin counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Still in the clinch, McGavin scores with a nice short uppercut.
Clutch wants to take the fight to the mat but McGavin manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Julian McGavin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mecka Clutch.
Clutch drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McGavin gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Clutch wants to break free but McGavin has control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Clutch.
Nice elbow from Clutch. #T1#
Clutch has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McGavin is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
McGavin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Clutch doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and McGavin holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Clutch is looking to break free of the clinch but McGavin has double underhooks.
McGavin scores with a shot to the side of Clutch's head. #BC#
McGavin breaks the clinch.
McGavin shoots for a takedown but Clutch saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Clutch with a poor takedown #CL#
and McGavin moves into the clinch.
Clutch working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Clutch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD#
McGavin shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T2##SUB#
McGavin has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Clutch defend it? McGavin steps over the head and cranks it - Clutch is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for McGavin!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Julian McGavin!
Julian McGavin spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
VFC 40 Murder in March
Date: Mar 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Redd stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Redd wants it to stay on the feet.
Redd tries to counter with a takedown but McGavin is quick to defend against it.
McGavin swinging wildly here.
McGavin shoots in looking for a takedown. Redd tries to sprawl out of it but McGavin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Redd manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Redd displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McGavin.
Kodiyak Redd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julian McGavin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Redd is defended easily by McGavin.
McGavin shoots in looking for a takedown. Redd tries to sprawl out of it but McGavin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Redd manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Redd fails with a takedown attempt.
McGavin changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Redd closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
McGavin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Redd.
Redd trying to pass the guard but McGavin defending well.
McGavin is trying to stand up here but Redd is controlling him well.
Redd seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
Redd not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Redd looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
McGavin is trying to stand.
Redd missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Redd throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Redd stops McGavin from getting back to his feet.
Redd tries to pass to full mount but McGavin defends it.
Redd thows a huge punch but McGavin dodges it nicely.
Redd thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Redd working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
McGavin is not content to let Redd control the position.
Redd sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McGavin defending well though.
Redd is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Redd has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Redd throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing McGavin to regain full guard.
McGavin wants to stand and escape but Redd is having none of it.
Redd trying to control but McGavin is working from the bottom.
McGavin looking to control but Redd passes into half guard.
#T4#
Redd works his way into full mount!
McGavin wants to hold on but Redd pushes him away.#SUB#
McGavin defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Redd.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McGavin tries to lock up and control but Redd gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McGavin really wants to buck Redd off and get back to his feet.
McGavin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Redd with shots to the head and body - McGavin looks very uncomfortable down there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kodiyak Redd dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Redd has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and McGavin counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
McGavin stalling away here and it's allowed Redd to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
McGavin stopping the sweep attempt from Redd.
Kodiyak Redd overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McGavin in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Redd throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
McGavin trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Redd swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Redd 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#
Redd passes the guard and advances to mount! #T1#
McGavin working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
Redd goes for an armbar but McGavin turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from McGavin.
Redd wants to sweep here but McGavin controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
McGavin drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Redd dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Redd is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Redd trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McGavin is trying to keep Redd in close.
McGavin is pulling down on Redd's head. It's preventing any offense from Redd, at least for the moment.
Redd forces his way into half guard.
McGavin is in trouble now - Redd has advanced to mount! #T3#
Redd lands a nice shot to the head.
McGavin wants to hold on but Redd pushes him away.
Redd in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
#SUB#
Redd is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But McGavin has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from McGavin!
Redd is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Redd has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
McGavin trying to control the position from guard on top but Redd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Redd looking for a sweep. Not yet Redd, not yet.
McGavin passes into half guard. #SUB2#
McGavin seems to be working for a kimura but Redd defends the submission attempt.
Redd moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Redd throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Redd trying to keep a closed guard but McGavin is proving a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kodiyak Redd dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
McGavin looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Redd is fending him off so far but McGavin persists. Nope, Redd circles away and we're back to standing.
McGavin shoots in looking for a takedown but Redd manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McGavin's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Redd goes for a double leg but McGavin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as McGavin continues to drive forward.
McGavin throws a counter combo.
McGavin has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
McGavin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McGavin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McGavin wants it to stay on the feet.
McGavin is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin shoots in for a double leg but Redd sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kodiyak Redd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julian McGavin.
No luck with that takedown attempt from McGavin.
Redd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McGavin can do to turn this around?#T1#
Redd shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McGavin but McGavin pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McGavin has a takedown stuffed.
McGavin tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Redd swivels and escapes.
Redd changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Redd tries for a takedown but McGavin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Redd closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. McGavin did well to prevent Redd getting side control.
McGavin wants to improve his position but Redd is controlling well.
Redd controlling the action here. #T2#
McGavin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Redd scores with a couple of nice shots.
Redd passes the guard and advances to mount!
McGavin is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Redd cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Redd in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
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!
McGavin is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Redd raining down shots from the mount!#T3#
McGavin wants to try and get back to his feet.
Redd putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#SUB#
McGavin wants to get back to his feet but in bucking up he's left an arm hanging out! Redd has locked onto it and has pulled off a slick armbar! McGavin taps furiously! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kodiyak Redd!
Julian McGavin was interviewed post fight and said 'Not fair boy I was just getting started'. |
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Event:
VFC 22 Go Big
Date: Feb 19, 2022 |
#R1#
McGavin staying out of range there.
McGavin tries to counter by clinching up but Caetano breaks away and moves out of range.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#CL2#
Caetano gets a clinch.
Caetano goes for a takedown in the clinch but McGavin prevents it.
#TD2#
Caetano pulls McGavin into guard.
#SUB2#
McGavin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Caetano has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McGavin has managed to get both his arms back between Caetano's legs - danger averted.
McGavin throws an elbow that misses. Caetano uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McGavin's guard. Nice move by Caetano!#REVB#
McGavin knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Caetano on the ground.#SUB2#
Caetano drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but McGavin manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Caetano has McGavin in his guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin trying to control the position from guard on top but Caetano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Caetano keeping full guard, as McGavin tries to pass. #SUB2#
Caetano has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McGavin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
McGavin drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Caetano dives on top into guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Caetano wants to pass the guard but McGavin is keeping the position.
Caetano wants to control from the top but McGavin keeps moving. #T2#
Caetano wants to pass the guard but McGavin is keeping the position.
McGavin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Caetano is one step ahead there.
McGavin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Caetano forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Caetano seems to be working for a kimura but McGavin defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Caetano is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McGavin has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Caetano has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB2#
Caetano swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joaquim Caetano!
Joaquim Caetano decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Julian McGavin spoke after the fight, saying 'Not fair boy I was just getting started'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 06, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
McGavin drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
McGavin looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Moo is looking for a sweep.
McGavin wants to control but Moo is keeping him busy. #SU#
McGavin decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD#
McGavin gets the takedown into side control.
You can see the frustration on Moo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
McGavin tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McGavin has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Moo tries to bench press McGavin off him but McGavin keeps the position. #T1##SUB#
McGavin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Moo has escaped the position, nice work there. #SU#
McGavin has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Moo shoots and misses
and McGavin counters with a left and a right that stings Moo. #TD#
Moo gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Moo pushes McGavin off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #TD#
McGavin shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
McGavin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Moo has managed to free his arm - good work.
McGavin trying to control the pace.
Moo is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McGavin scores with a couple of nice shots.#T3#
McGavin is trying to control the action in half guard but Moo is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Moo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McGavin. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Moo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Moo looks winded!#SUB#
McGavin is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SU#
McGavin stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Moo shoots and misses #TD#
so McGavin counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
McGavin works over Moo with some ground and pound from guard.
Moo has momentary wrist control but McGavin slips an elbow through the middle.
McGavin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SU#
McGavin stands up and waves to Moo to follow him. #T4##TD#
McGavin manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Moo on his heels. He'll look to pass Moo's guard now, I'm sure.
McGavin advances to half guard. #SUB#
McGavin is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ground and pound from McGavin.
McGavin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julian McGavin dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD#
McGavin gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
McGavin seems to be working for a kimura but Moo defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
McGavin is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Moo is just riding it out for now. McGavin eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
McGavin is working for a kimura but Moo is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1##SUB#
McGavin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Moo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Julian McGavin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
McGavin wants to work for an arm triangle but Moo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McGavin wants to take a breather but Moo is having none of it.
Moo tries to roll over but McGavin keeps him under control.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
McGavin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Moo has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
McGavin is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
McGavin landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Moo is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
McGavin controlling the action here.#SUB#
McGavin is trying for a kimura here. Moo looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! McGavin wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Julian McGavin!
After the fight, Julian McGavin was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Rasmussen looks for a takedown but McGavin sprawls well.
Rasmussen darts in trying to clinch#TD#
and McGavin counters with a nice double leg into guard.
McGavin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rasmussen working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rasmussen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Rasmussen is controlling McGavin's posture.#T1#
Rasmussen keeping full guard, as McGavin tries to pass. #SUB#
McGavin has gone for a leg lock! Rasmussen slips out almost immediately though and dives into McGavin's guard.#REVB#
Rasmussen passes into half guard.
Rasmussen is pressing down on McGavin's thigh, looking to free his foot. McGavin is holding on for now.
McGavin trying to control from the bottom.
Rasmussen trying to pass the guard but McGavin defending well.
Rasmussen trying to control from half guard but McGavin is working away. #T2#
McGavin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Rasmussen is looking for a kimura here.
Rasmussen controlling the pace.
McGavin is positioning himself well to prevent Rasmussen advancing to mount.
McGavin is trying to stand up here but Rasmussen is controlling him well. #T3#
McGavin desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Rasmussen not doing much here.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Rasmussen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McGavin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rasmussen as he jumps to the side.
Damyan Rasmussen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGavin shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rasmussen sprawls well. Rasmussen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McGavin gets slowly back to his feet.
Rasmussen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#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.#TD2#
Rasmussen shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. McGavin is trying to defend but Rasmussen finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Rasmussen is keen to just control but McGavin is a slippery customer.
Rasmussen looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rasmussen wants to control but McGavin is keeping him busy.
McGavin is trying to maintain the position but Rasmussen is very close to passing his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damyan Rasmussen dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
McGavin shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rasmussen sprawls well. Rasmussen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McGavin gets slowly back to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Rasmussen.
Rasmussen stuffs the takedown.
Rasmussen tries to counter by closing the distance.
Rasmussen leaves McGavin with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julian McGavin. 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.
Rasmussen misses with a takedown attempt
and McGavin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rasmussen throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McGavin's waist but McGavin gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rasmussen off to one side.
It looked like McGavin was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T1##CL#
McGavin instigates a clinch.
Rasmussen tries to pull guard but McGavin forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
McGavin blocks the elbow strike.
#TD2#
Rasmussen lands a takedown into guard.
McGavin is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Rasmussen tries to pull guard but McGavin forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
McGavin jumps guard.
Julian McGavin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rasmussen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
McGavin is controlling Rasmussen's posture.#T2#
McGavin is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGavin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McGavin being controlled here, momentarily.
McGavin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rasmussen trying to control the position from guard on top but McGavin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES#
McGavin wriggles free and stands up. #T3#
McGavin stuffs the takedown attempt from Rasmussen. Rasmussen gets slowly back to his feet.
Rasmussen shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McGavin as he jumps to the side.
McGavin drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rasmussen sprawls and moves away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McGavin is defended easily by Rasmussen.
Rasmussen stuffs the takedown attempt from McGavin. McGavin gets slowly back to his feet. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McGavin gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Rasmussen counters by moving into the clinch.
McGavin content to slow the pace in the clinch.
McGavin looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rasmussen.
Rasmussen is looking for a takedown up against the cage. McGavin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rasmussen fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Rasmussen jumps guard but McGavin turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
McGavin goes for a takedown attempt but Rasmussen pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julian McGavin dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McGavin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Rasmussen stuffs the takedown attempt from McGavin. McGavin gets slowly back to his feet.
McGavin doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Rasmussen counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julian McGavin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short uppercut from McGavin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rasmussen wants a takedown.
Rasmussen drops down looking for an ankle pick but McGavin pulls his leg out and moves away.
McGavin tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rasmussen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McGavin somewhat.#T1##TD2#
Rasmussen decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Rasmussen not doing much here.
Rasmussen thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Rasmussen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Rasmussen tries to pass to full mount but McGavin defends it. #SUB2#
Rasmussen is working for a kimura but McGavin is defending it quite comfortably.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Rasmussen lands a nice short elbow.
Rasmussen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McGavin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
McGavin has one foot on Rasmussen's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Rasmussen closes the distance and clinches up with McGavin, looking for a takedown. Rasmussen pushes McGavin against the cage but McGavin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McGavin went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Julian McGavin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rasmussen tries to close the distance and clinch but McGavin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McGavin.
McGavin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McGavin wants it to stay on the feet.
McGavin stuffs the takedown.
Rasmussen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
McGavin gets a double leg takedown into Rasmussen's guard.
Rasmussen keeping moving, preventing McGavin from controlling successfully.
Rasmussen looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
McGavin controlling from the top position. #T4#
McGavin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SU#
McGavin gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
McGavin tries to close the distance and clinch but Rasmussen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rasmussen tries to counter with a clinch but McGavin shakes him off and moves away.
McGavin darts in looking for a takedown but Rasmussen gets double underhooks and turns McGavin into the cage.
Rasmussen tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McGavin lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by McGavin as Rasmussen tries to tie him up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Julian McGavin showed his dominance in that final round.
I think McGavin 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 Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Julian McGavin!
Julian McGavin decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - McGavin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Of Moria throws a hook but McGavin avoids it easily.#CL2#
Of Moria gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Of Moria misses with the head strike.
McGavin misses with a punch on the inside.
#TD2#
Of Moria gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Of Moria looks winded!
McGavin wants to get back to his feet.
McGavin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nice strikes from Of Moria there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. McGavin manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Of Moria slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Of Moria creates some space and throws a big elbow, but McGavin sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T1#
McGavin is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Of Moria is controlling him well.
Of Moria working away.
McGavin is looking for a sweep.
McGavin struggling a bit here.
McGavin is trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGavin wants to control but Of Moria postures up.
McGavin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Of Moria wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #ES#
McGavin bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#TD#
McGavin shoots in and gets a takedown into Of Moria's guard.#T2#
McGavin wants to pass the guard but Of Moria is keeping the position.
McGavin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
McGavin trying to control but Of Moria is working from the bottom.
McGavin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Of Moria tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Of Moria controls McGavin momentarily but McGavin frees himself.
McGavin sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3##SU#
McGavin gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
McGavin looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Of Moria is fending him off so far but McGavin persists. Nope, Of Moria circles away and we're back to standing.
We've been informed that Of Moria has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Demrur Of Moria seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
McGavin throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Of Moria tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. McGavin is in Of Moria's guard.
McGavin trying to control the position from guard on top but Of Moria is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGavin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
McGavin stands and throws Of Moria's legs to the side, diving into side control.
McGavin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Of Moria keeps working.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Of Moria can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
McGavin is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
McGavin is looking to take a break and control but Of Moria is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
McGavin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGavin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Of Moria keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Julian McGavin will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Of Moria fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
McGavin seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
McGavin tries to close the distance and clinch up but Of Moria swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McGavin shoots in but Of Moria avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A little jabbing left from Of Moria on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Of Moria missing with a left hand there. McGavin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McGavin shoots in looking for a takedown. Of Moria tries to sprawl out of it but McGavin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Of Moria manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Of Moria is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McGavin with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGavin fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julian McGavin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Of Moria is breathing heavily.
McGavin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Jab from McGavin.
McGavin shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Of Moria as he avoids it easily.
McGavin shoots for a double leg takedown but Of Moria sprawls well. He's pushed McGavin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Of Moria tries to clinch but McGavin moves away
and McGavin counters with a nice uppercut.
Of Moria shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McGavin but McGavin pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McGavin tries to clinch but Of Moria moves out of range.
Of Moria stuffs the takedown.
McGavin tries to score a power double leg takedown but Of Moria sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McGavin somewhat.#T2##TD2#
Of Moria decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
McGavin is looking to escape.
McGavin trying to control here.
McGavin moves into full guard.
McGavin is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Of Moria looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Of Moria throwing strikes but missing. #ES#
McGavin uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#CL#
Of Moria tries to keep at a distance but McGavin has taken the fight into the clinch.
McGavin takes a shot to the head.
McGavin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Of Moria backwards.
McGavin lands a right hand.
McGavin effectively controlling the action here.
McGavin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Of Morias head. #T4#
McGavin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Of Moria misses with a body punch.
Of Moria has McGavin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. McGavin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Of Moria blocks the elbow strike.
McGavin misses with an elbow strike.
Of Moria tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGavin lands a body shot in the clinch.
Of Moria prevents a body shot from McGavin.
McGavin lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
McGavin misses with an elbow over the top.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGavin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McGavin effectively controlling the action here.
Still in the clinch, McGavin scores with a nice short uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julian McGavin 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#
Horrible takedown attempt by McGavin or perhaps it was just good defense by Of Moria, which made it look bad.
McGavin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Of Moria can do to turn this around?
McGavin wants to clinch.
Of Moria tries for a takedown but McGavin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
McGavin darts in looking for a takedown but Of Moria gets double underhooks and turns McGavin into the cage.
Of Moria tries to counter with a clinch but McGavin shakes him off and moves away.
McGavin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McGavin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A frustrated look appears on McGavin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McGavin is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Of Moria being controlled against the cage.
Of Moria takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Of Moria tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nice body punch from McGavin.
McGavin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Of Moria.
McGavin looking to stall.
McGavin pushes Of Moria back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Of Moria is looking for a takedown.#BC#
McGavin breaks from the clinch.
McGavin tries to close the distance and clinch but Of Moria swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McGavin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL#
Of Moria tries to keep at a distance but McGavin has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short right from McGavin.
Demrur Of Moria has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Julian McGavin has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2#
McGavin tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Of Moria avoids it.
Of Moria misses with a body punch.
Of Moria misses with a punch on the inside.
McGavin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Of Moria is defending well for now.
McGavin tries to work over Of Moria's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGavin stalls.
Of Moria swings wildly with an uppercut but McGavin uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGavin lands a nice uppercut.
McGavin scores with a nice hook to the head.
Of Moria changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McGavin fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Julian McGavin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Demrur Of Moria.
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!
McGavin fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Of Moria swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Of Moria throws a shot from downtown. McGavin moves away and avoids it.
McGavin has a takedown stuffed.
Horrible takedown attempt by McGavin or perhaps it was just good defense by Of Moria, which made it look bad. #TD#
McGavin closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Of Moria to the mat! Of Moria manages to get full guard.
Of Moria not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McGavin trying to control the position from guard on top but Of Moria is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGavin's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
McGavin'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.
Julian McGavin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Of Moria is trying to control the position but McGavin postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McGavin trying to control but Of Moria is working from the bottom. #SUB#
McGavin drops back looking for a leg! Of Moria is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Of Moria manages to kick McGavin off! McGavin jumps back into Of Moria's guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Julian McGavin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McGavin, 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Julian McGavin!
Julian McGavin spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
VFC 9 Tapout
Date: Jan 22, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
McGavin shoots in and bounces Rush off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Rush 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.
Rush keeps trying to improve his position.
McGavin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rush tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rush can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McGavin controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGavin'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.
Rush looking to hit a scissor sweep but McGavin is one step ahead there. #T1#
McGavin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
McGavin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SU#
McGavin gets to his feet - Rush follows without any prompting.
The fighters circling - Rush throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McGavin stuffs the takedown.
McGavin seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Rush moves in looking to clinch but McGavin pushes him off.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nice sprawl there from McGavin as Rush shoots in.
A little feinted left hand from McGavin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lio Rush seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rush tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
McGavin gets the takedown into side control.
McGavin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rush struggling a bit here.
McGavin is staying tight to Rush's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rush can't do much from the bottom here.
McGavin just content to control the position. #T3#
Rush tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The referee asks McGavin politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. McGavin prefers to stall for the moment though.
McGavin grinds an elbow into Rush's temple.
Rush is looking to regain half guard here but McGavin keeps moving and retains side control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rush managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by McGavin.
Rush should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Rush is being controlled here. #T4#
Rush wants to control but McGavin postures up.
McGavin in side control, just content to control the action for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rush dives in for a single leg takedown but McGavin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
McGavin is looking to counter punch.
Julian McGavin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lio Rush.
Nice sprawl there from McGavin as Rush shoots in.
It appears McGavin was looking to counter with a kick there.#TD#
McGavin is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rush's half guard.#SUB#
McGavin seems to be looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Still in half guard, McGavin seems content to control.
Further stalling from McGavin.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julian McGavin 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#
Rush fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
McGavin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rush can do to turn this around?
McGavin shoots for a takedown but Rush saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rush dives in and grabs McGavin's left leg, looking for a takedown. McGavin pushes down on Rush's head and hops out.
McGavin seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Rush misses with a takedown #CL#
and McGavin counters by moving into the clinch.
Julian McGavin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lio Rush.
McGavin stalls.
McGavin lands a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from McGavin.
A nice left hand lands by McGavin.
A short left from McGavin. #T1#
Rush tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. McGavin smiles and moves away.
Rush shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McGavin but McGavin pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL#
McGavin closes the distance and clinches.
Still in the clinch, McGavin scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rush has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McGavin is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
McGavin prevents a body shot from Rush.
Rush changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McGavin fights it off and pushes away nicely.
McGavin lands a jab-cross combination. #T2#
McGavin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rush.
Rush shoots for a double leg takedown but McGavin sprawls well. He's pushed Rush's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
It looked like McGavin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rush is breathing heavily.#CL#
McGavin takes the fight into the clinch.
Rush jumps guard but McGavin turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
McGavin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Rush jumps guard but McGavin turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from McGavin.
McGavin slows down the pace here.
#BC#
McGavin breaks the clinch.
Julian McGavin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
McGavin tries for a takedown but Rush sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
McGavin pulls Rush into guard.
Rush wants to stand but McGavin has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
McGavin looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T4##SU2#
McGavin is working an open guard so Rush takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD#
McGavin closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rush did well to prevent McGavin getting side control.
McGavin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
McGavin not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGavin is controlling the pace.
McGavin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julian McGavin dominated that second round.
That's time! McGavin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
McGavin instigates a clinch. #BC#
McGavin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
McGavin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rush, pushing him back against the cage.
McGavin prevents Rush from breaking the clinch.
Rush wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD#
McGavin gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rush working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McGavin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McGavin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SU#
McGavin gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T1##TD#
McGavin closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rush did well to prevent McGavin getting side control.
Rush keeping control of the position.
McGavin trying to control the pace.
Rush is trying to get back to full guard.#SU#
McGavin stands up from half guard.
Rush slaps away a takedown attempt from McGavin, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rush wants to counter with a clinch but McGavin pushes him away.#T2##CL#
McGavin rushes Rush and presses him up against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, McGavin throws an elbow but misses.
Rush tries to pull guard but McGavin won't allow it.
Rush wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McGavin content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#BC#
McGavin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD#
McGavin shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
McGavin content to control rather than advance. #T3##SUB#
Rush is defending against the submission attempts here by McGavin.
McGavin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
McGavin prevents Rush from standing back up.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McGavin lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
McGavin is trying to work for a kimura but Rush is defending well.
Rush tries to roll over but McGavin keeps him under control.
McGavin slows the pace down in half guard.
Rush trying to control from the bottom.
Lio Rush has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Julian McGavin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
McGavin is looking for a kimura but Rush is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McGavin to get the leverage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Julian McGavin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McGavin 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Julian McGavin!
Julian McGavin decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 05, 2022 |
#R1##CL2#
Islander has managed to clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Islander is stalling here.
Islander misses with some punches.
A short right from McGavin.
McGavin taking a breather.
McGavin working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bit of stalling here from McGavin.
Islander lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McGavin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Islander lands a right hand. #T1#
McGavin tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Islander throws a punch but it's blocked by McGavin.
McGavin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Islander.
McGavin scores with a shoulder strike.
McGavin wants to break free but Islander has control.
Islander makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McGavin is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Islander scores with a shot to the side of McGavin's head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, McGavin just misses with a elbow thrown towards Islander's brow.
McGavin has a couple of punches blocked by Islander.
#T2#
Islander has McGavin pushed against the cage.
Islander stalling against the cage.
Islander blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McGavin drops down looking for an ankle pick but Islander pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD#
McGavin is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Islander's half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Islander is staying active underneath McGavin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Islander desperately trying to maintain half guard.
McGavin prevents Islander from improving his position.#T3#
McGavin trying to control the action but Islander is working from the bottom.
Islander is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB#
McGavin wants to work for an arm triangle but Islander is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Islander is trying to control but can't.
#SU#
McGavin decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
The Islander seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Islander rushes McGavin and presses him up against the cage.#T4#
Islander tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGavin's elbow.
Islander blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Islander blocks an uppercut.
Islander struggles to land a body shot inside as McGavin controls his hands.
Islander lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Islander lands a hook that snaps the head of McGavin backwards.
McGavin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Islander misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGavin looking to slow down the pace here.
McGavin misses with an elbow strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but The Islander will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Islander drives through and clinches with McGavin against the cage.
McGavin pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Islander.
Islander digs a right hand into McGavin's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McGavin's gas tank.
Islander lands a right hand that snaps the head of McGavin backwards.
Islander avoids a wild elbow strike from McGavin.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Islander avoiding damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Islander throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McGavins head.
McGavin misses with a punch to the body.
Islander blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1#
McGavin misses with some punches.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A head punch on the inside from Islander fails to land.
Islander throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right hand to the body from Islander.
McGavin misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Islander.
Islander lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McGavin has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Islander avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Islander softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T2#
Islander cracks McGavin with a nice body shot.
Islander gets through McGavin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Islander blocks an elbow strike from McGavin.
McGavin trying to control the position but instead, Islander has worked for underhooks and has pushed McGavin into the cage.
Islander can't find room to land a body shot as McGavin controls the action.
Islander just leaning against McGavin, taking a breather.
Islander blocking some punches.
Islander tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Islander lands an uppercut.#T3#
McGavin misses with a punch on the inside.
McGavin wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Islander has him pressed against the cage.
McGavin blocks a body shot from Islander.
Islander tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGavin's elbow.
Islander cracks McGavin with a nice body shot.
The Islander seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
McGavin blocks an uppercut.
Islander lands with a left to the head.
McGavin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Islander.
Islander throws a punch but it's blocked by McGavin.
McGavin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T4#
McGavin has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Islander avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Islander controlling the action here for a moment.
Islander lands a left hand.
McGavin misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGavin being controlled against the cage.
McGavin is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julian McGavin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGavin throws a punch but it's blocked by Islander.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
The Islander showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
McGavin shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Islander but Islander pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Islander pushes McGavin up against the cage in a clinch.
McGavin is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Islander gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Islander makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Islander gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from McGavin.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julian McGavin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Islander tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Islander working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Islander is stalling here.
#T1#
Islander cracks McGavin with a nice body shot.
McGavin looking for a takedown.
Islander lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Islander misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Islander.
McGavin misses with a punch on the inside.
McGavin misses with the head strike.
McGavin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McGavin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Islander.
#T2#
McGavin prevents a body shot from Islander.
Islander swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Islander blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Islander is struggling to control the position.
Islander stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Islander lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGavin.
Islander blocks an uppercut.
Islander lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short left from Islander.
Islander has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Islander lands with a left to the head. #T3#
A short right from Islander.
Islander blocking some punches.
Islander lands with a left to the head.
McGavin is looking to control Islander's arms but Islander gets an underhook and turns him. Now McGavin has his back to the cage.
Islander slows down the pace here.
McGavin swings wildly with an uppercut but Islander uses good head movement to avoid it.
Islander displaying some good clinch control by pressing McGavin up against the cage.
McGavin takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Islander misses with a short punch on the inside.
Islander works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Islander tries a body shot but McGavin blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Islander.
Islander throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McGavins head.
McGavin looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGavin being controlled against the cage.
Islander scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that's the end of the fight!
The Islander comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Islander 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... The Islander!
In defeat, Julian McGavin stepped up to the mic, saying 'Not fair boy I was just getting started'. |
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