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Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 05, 2024
#R1##TD2#
Lee shoots in and bounces Bitok off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Bitok controlling Lee's posture.
Lee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bitok is on top in guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok controlling from the top position.
Bitok has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lee has his hands on Bitok's head, controlling the position. #T1##SUB2#
Lee throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bitok escapes and throws Lee's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Lee tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bitok will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lee can't do much from the bottom here.
Bitok is looking to take a break and control but Lee is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lee is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Lee is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Bitok wants to take a breather but Lee manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Bitok.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bitok got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lee has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bitok has managed to get both his arms back between Lee's legs - danger averted.
Lee looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lee keeping moving, preventing Bitok from controlling successfully.
Bitok is fighting to break Lee's control of his arms but Lee is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bitok not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lee.
Lee throws a sloppy head kick
and Bitok makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Lee really felt that one!
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lee. #CL2#
Lee fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bitok, pushing him back against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#BC2#
Lee's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mo Lee will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Lee lands a nice hook to Bitok's body. Bitok takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lee shoots in looking for a takedown. Bitok tries to sprawl out of it but Lee keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bitok manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Lee throws a leg kick which misses Bitok's front leg but catches the back leg as Bitok tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee shoots in for a double leg but Bitok sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Lee avoids it.#TD2#
Lee scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Lee stalling. #T1#
Lee is thwarting Bitok's attempts to control the position.
Lee seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lee wants to pass to mount but Bitok is defending the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lee sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bitok defending well though.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Lee not doing much here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lee fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Lee blocks it.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mo Lee.#CL2#
Lee closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Lee jumps into guard, dragging Bitok to the mat.
Lee controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself.
Lee thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #T3#
Bitok wants to control from the top but Lee keeps moving.
Bitok is fighting to break Lee's control of his arms but Lee is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#ES2#
Lee has his feet on Bitok's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Mo Lee is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lee tries a head kick but it misses. #T4##TD2#
Lee looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bitok slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lee looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Bitok working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lee.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lee trying to control the position from guard on top but Bitok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mo Lee showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Lee tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bitok defends well and Lee ends up having to push Bitok into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lee tries for a takedown but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.#CL2#
Lee gets a clinch. #BC2#
Lee breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Lee has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bitok is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Lee pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mo Lee.
Lee misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Lee has a takedown stuffed.
Bitok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lee closes the distance and clinches up with Bitok, looking for a takedown. Lee pushes Bitok against the cage but Bitok circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lee will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Lee avoids it.
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lee. #T2#
Lee fails to land the takedown.
Lee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lee tries to clinch up.
Bitok stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lee.#CL2#
Lee has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Lee jumps guard and drags Bitok to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Mo Lee has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lee is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Lee looking for subs off his back but Bitok has passed one foot through into half guard. #T3#
Lee gets full guard.
Lee controlling Bitok's posture. #SUB2#
Lee has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Bitok doesn't defend quickly enough and Lee has managed to lock this one up! Can Bitok escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Lee on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mo Lee!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 28, 2024
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kiang lands a front kick.
Kiang has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Bitok counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kiang controlling the position.#T1#
Kiang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kiang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD#
Kiang fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bitok sprawls well initially but Kiang persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kiang content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Bitok is holding on to half guard well.#T3#
Bitok is looking to improve his position.
Kiang trying to control the pace.
Kiang stalling away here and it's allowed Bitok to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kiang trying to control the position from guard on top but Bitok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kiang controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Kiang dives in and scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yawa Kiang dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Bitok misses with a kick to the body. #TD#
Kiang fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bitok to the ground. Kiang is now in Bitok's guard.
Kiang wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.
Bitok controlling Kiang's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Kiang forces his way into half guard.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kiang controlling the action here.
Kiang seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bitok for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kiang did well to prevent Bitok getting side control.

Kiang has one foot on Bitok's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T3##TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kiang did well to prevent Bitok getting side control.
Kiang looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kiang is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kiang avoid being mounted?
Kiang is trying is best to control the position here. #T4#
Bitok sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kiang is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yawa Kiang 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##TD2#
Bitok looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kiang wants to stand and escape but Bitok is having none of it.
Kiang looking for a sweep. Not yet Kiang, not yet.
Yawa Kiang overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kiang is working hard here to advance position.
Bitok postures up in Kiang's guard and throws a big left but Kiang blocks it. #T1#
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bitok won't allow Kiang to sweep him here.
Kiang can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bitok controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kiang shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And Kiang counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kiang feinted with a counter takedown.
Bitok looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kiang is fending him off so far but Bitok persists. Nope, Kiang circles away and we're back to standing.
Kiang was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Yawa Kiang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T3#
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kiang pinned against the cage. Kiang gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kiang jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kiang.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Bitok drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Bitok controlling from the top position.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yawa Kiang is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kiang trying to control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kiang 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yawa Kiang!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 21, 2024
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bitok as he jumps to the side.
Bitok appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bitok throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Buktot counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Bitok has Buktot pulled in close to control his posture.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Buktot manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage.
Bitok throws an elbow that misses. Buktot uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Bitok's guard. Nice move by Buktot!#REVR##T3#
Buktot showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bitok 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.
Buktot is stalling in the full guard.
Bitok has his hands on Buktot's head, controlling the position. #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.
Bitok is continuing to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok looking for a sweep. Not yet Bitok, not yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
That's time! Buktot's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Buktot napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bitok just content to control the position.
You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Buktot is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Bitok is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is not content to let Bitok control the position. #T1#
Bitok working away.
Buktot is holding Bitok down, trying to stall.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok postures up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Buktot lands a nice looking body kick.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught napping as Bitok dives in and scores a takedown. Buktot manages to retain guard.
Bitok controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Buktot but Buktot pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Buktot is fending him off so far but Bitok persists. Nope, Buktot circles away and we're back to standing.
Buktot moves out of range of the body kick from Bitok.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
Buktot goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
No luck for Buktot with that takedown attempt.
Bitok feints a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Buktot feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T1#
Buktot fails to land the takedown.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buktot as he avoids it easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD#
Buktot scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
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.
Buktot trying to control the action but Bitok is working from the bottom. #T2#
Check out the look on Buktot's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Bitok struggling a bit here.
Buktot cracks Bitok with a big elbow.
Bitok is trying to control Buktot's posture but Buktot avoids it. #T3#
Bitok is looking for a sweep.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bitok can't do much from the bottom here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok gets a takedown into half guard.
Buktot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Bitok controlling the action here.
Bitok sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Buktot defending well though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Buktot 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 14, 2024
#R1#
Bitok shoots in but no luck this time.
Nucombe misses with a left hand
and Bitok counters with a solid body kick.
Nucombe misses with a hook. Bitok ducked under it nicely.
Nucombe just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBitok.
Nucombe connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice uppercut there from Nucombe.
Bitok has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nucombe finds it's way round the side to connect with Bitok's head.
Nucombe swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Nucombe gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1#
Nucombe is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bitok accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nucombe wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok blocks it.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Nucombe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bitok finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T3#
Nucombe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bitok tries to counter with a takedown but Nucombe is quick to defend against it.
Nucombe fails to land with a series of punches.
Nucombe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bitok manages to avoid it.
Neil Nucombe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bitok slips a jab and a cross from Nucombe.
Nucombe misses with a hook.
Bitok appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nucombe throws a jab but it's blocked by Bitok.
It looked like Bitok was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bitok moves away from the strike by Nucombe.
We've been informed that Nucombe has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Nucombe throws a poor cross that misses
and Bitok counters with a thumping low kick.
Neil Nucombe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Nucombe looks to score with a jab to the body but Bitok is just out of range.
Bitok bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok avoids it easily.
Nucombe misses with a body punch
and Bitok counters with a good low kick that Nucombe was not able to check.
Nucombe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Nucombe looks to land a left hand but Bitok moved out of range nicely.
Bitok seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into Nucombe's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nucombe being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok throwing strikes but missing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Neil Nucombe dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nucombe with a hook.
A punch combination from Nucombe misses.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bitok throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Bitok looks for a takedown but Nucombe sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok avoids it easily.
Bitok changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nucombe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bitok.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nucombe avoids it.
Nucombe misses with a hook to the body
and Bitok counters with a nice kick to the body. #T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Nucombe, which made it look bad.
Nucombe displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bitok.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nucombe misses with a looping left.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Nucombe blocks it.
Nucombe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab from Nucombe misses.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Bitok ducks under a wild hook from Nucombe.
Bitok displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nucombe throws out the jab.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T2#
Nucombe swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nucombe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bitok moves away.
Nucombe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bitok.
Nucombe throws a big shot that misses.
Bitok takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nucombe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bitok avoids the body shot from Nucombe.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Bitok ducks under a wild hook from Nucombe.#T3#
Nucombe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Nucombe misses with an uppercut.
Nucombe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bitok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nucombe tries to avoid it but Bitok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nucombe to the ground. Nucombe escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nucombe throws an off balance right hand
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick.
Nucombe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bitok thinks about countering with a head kick.
Bitok defending well as Nucombe loads up on a big left hand.
Bitok attempts a counter takedown but Nucombe avoids it well and moves away.
Nucombe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bitok's head backwards.#T4#
A big right from Nucombe misses.
Bitok looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Nucombe tries to bum rush Bitok with a series of wild strikes but Bitok uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nucombe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bitok counters with an inside leg kick.
Neil Nucombe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Nucombe shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nucombe! But no joy.
Nucombe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bitok half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nucombe misses with a wild combination.
Bitok feinted there with a counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Neil Nucombe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Nucombe misses with a jab to the body
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok avoids it easily.
A big left from Nucombe misses.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bitok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bitok was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nucombe misses with a hook.
Nucombe takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nucombe throws a right and a left that Bitok avoids nicely.
Bitok swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok avoids it easily.
Nucombe misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Nucombe misses with a double jab.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bitok uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nucombe.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Nucombe throws an off balance right hand
and Bitok counters with a head kick. That will keep Nucombe thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Nucombe rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bitok moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD#
Bitok shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bitok showed some decent athleticism there.
Nucombe tries to roll over but Bitok keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Neil Nucombe is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok content to control rather than advance.
Bitok sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nucombe defending well though. #T3#
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.
Nucombe is trying to get back to full guard.
Bitok is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nucombe takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nucombe throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bitok tries to counter with a takedown but Nucombe is quick to defend against it.
Nucombe connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bitok. Bitok circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nucombe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bitok throws a counter high kick but Nucombe was just alert enough to avoid it.
Nucombe misses the shot to the body.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bitok defending well as Nucombe loads up on a big left hand.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Nucombe blocks it.
Bitok slips under a jab from Nucombe.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nucombe avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nucombe throws a shot from downtown. Bitok moves away and avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Neil Nucombe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nucombe 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Neil Nucombe!

Neil Nucombe took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!) for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 07, 2024
#R1#
Bitok avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Zakrzewski avoids it.
Zakrzewski closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.
Zakrzewski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Zakrzewski fails with the takedown.
Zakrzewski fails to land the takedown.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Zakrzewski avoids it.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Zakrzewski enables Bitok to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zakrzewski manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zakrzewski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bitok controls the pace.
Zakrzewski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there. #T1#
Zakrzewski is trying to keep Bitok in close.
Bitok controlling from the top position.
Bitok seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Zakrzewski for as long as he can get away with.
Zakrzewski wants to stand and escape but Bitok is having none of it.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok won't allow Zakrzewski to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Zakrzewski misses with the combination.
Zakrzewski is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bitok half committed to a counter leg kick.
No luck for Zakrzewski with that takedown attempt.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Zakrzewski shoots in but no luck this time. #T3#
Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Zakrzewski looks winded!#TD#
Zakrzewski gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bitok to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bitok postures up.
Bitok slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zakrzewski looking for a sweep. Not yet Zakrzewski, not yet. #T4#
Bitok connects with a couple of short punches.
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Zakrzewski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bitok controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Zakrzewski shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Zakrzewski's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Zakrzewski tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bitok is in Zakrzewski's guard.
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Zakrzewski with a poor takedown
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Zakrzewski fails with the takedown.
Bitok looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Zakrzewski tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bitok finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#TD#
Zakrzewski gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Bitok is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zakrzewski can do to turn this around?
Zakrzewski working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok lands a couple of elbows.
Zakrzewski is breathing heavily.
Bitok content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Bitok has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Zakrzewski wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Bitok is now in half guard.
Bitok slows the pace down in half guard.
Zakrzewski trying to get back to full guard but Bitok takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok controlling from mount.
Zakrzewski slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Bitok looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Bitok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zakrzewski on the ground.
Zakrzewski keeping control of the position. #T3#
Zakrzewski is trying to escape back to his feet but Bitok uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Zakrzewski is trying to escape the position but Bitok is controlling the position.
Zakrzewski can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Zakrzewski regains half guard.
Bitok takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bitok throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Zakrzewski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Zakrzewski was covering up waiting for the punch and Bitok finishes the takedown easily into guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Bitok closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Zakrzewski's guard.
Zakrzewski seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Zakrzewski controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok wants to control from the top but Zakrzewski keeps moving.
Bitok sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Zakrzewski controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself.
Zakrzewski is looking to stand back up but Bitok counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Zakrzewski.
Bitok content to control rather than advance.
Zakrzewski is trying is best to control the position here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zakrzewski keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Zakrzewski looks for a takedown but Bitok sprawls well.
Zakrzewski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Zakrzewski tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bitok paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bitok seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Zakrzewski avoids it.
Zakrzewski fails to land the takedown.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.#T3##TD#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bitok is controlling the pace.
Bitok lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Zakrzewski is trying to maintain the position but Bitok is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Bitok seems to be working for a kimura but Zakrzewski defends the submission attempt.#T4#
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bitok prevents Zakrzewski from improving his position.
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Zakrzewski tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Bitok has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok controlling the position easily from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bitok 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 31, 2024
#R1#
Venom scores with a jab to the head.
Venom punishes Bitok's body with a nice straight punch.
Venom throws a shot to the body.
Bitok looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Venom is fending him off so far but Bitok persists. Nope, Venom circles away and we're back to standing.
Venom throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bitok on the side of the head. #KD2#
Venom cracks Bitok with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Venom has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Bitok to stand back up!#ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Venom lands a nice looking body shot.
Venom feints a kick and comes over the top with a right hand, followed by a left hook - both land, sending Bitok crashing to the mat! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Michael Venom !
After winning the bout, Michael Venom thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 24, 2024
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into Buktot's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage.
Bitok sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot managing to control the position. #T1#
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buktot sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot throws a big counter combination but Bitok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Buktot wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well. #T3#
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Buktot trying to hold on to Bitok's head to control him but Bitok postures up.
Bitok thows a huge punch but Buktot dodges it nicely.
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.
Buktot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot shoots in for a double leg but Bitok sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A lazy body kick from Buktot
and Bitok counters with a nice kick to the body.
Buktot throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Bitok shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Buktot manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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#
Buktot has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Bitok counters with a nice double leg into side control. Buktot won't be happy with that.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Buktot is looking for a sweep.
Bitok staying calm.
Bitok is continuing to stall.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot keeping his opponent close.
Bitok is staying tight to Buktot's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Buktot is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl out of it but Bitok keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buktot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Buktot appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T3#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buktot sprawls well. Buktot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bitok but Bitok pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#TD#
Buktot shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bitok manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok pulls Buktot in to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok fails with the takedown
and Buktot counters with an outside leg kick. #TD2#
Bitok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Buktot controlling the position well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Bitok is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T1#
Buktot is looking for a sweep. Bitok is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Buktot landing a few short strikes.
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot is holding on to half guard well.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught napping as Bitok dives in and scores a takedown. Buktot manages to retain guard.
Bitok trying to control but Buktot is working from the bottom. #T3#
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok being controlled here momentarily.
Bitok content to stall in guard here. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bitok won't allow Buktot to sweep him here.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Buktot is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bitok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 17, 2024
#R1#
Kelvin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kelvin misses with a few strikes there.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Kelvin blocks it.
A lazy left from Kelvin finds it's target.
Andrew Kelvin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bitok has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kelvin finds it's way round the side to connect with Bitok's head.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kelvin!
Kelvin cracks Bitok with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kelvin tests Bitok's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bitok takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
and Kelvin counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Bitok! He's just covering up as Kelvin starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andrew Kelvin!
During a confident post fight interview, Andrew Kelvin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 10, 2024
#R1#
Nucombe throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Bitok counters with a nice double leg into side control. Nucombe won't be happy with that.
Nucombe struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nucombe might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bitok haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Bitok wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nucombe keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nucombe tries to bench press Bitok off him but Bitok keeps the position.
Bitok working away.#T1#
Bitok is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nucombe will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Bitok scores with a couple of short elbows.
Nucombe is looking to reverse the position.
Nucombe holding on.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nucombe throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bitok.
It looked like Bitok was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nucombe slaps away a takedown attempt from Bitok, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Neil Nucombe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Nucombe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bitok was well out of range. Poor timing from Nucombe.
Bitok moves out of range as Nucombe strikes.
Bitok is looking for a counter combo.
Bitok steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nucombe.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Nucombe blocks it.
The crowd cheers as Nucombe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bitok doesn't seem phased though.
Nucombe throws a body punch but Bitok moves out of range.
Nucombe misses with an uppercut
and Bitok counters with a body kick that stops Nucombe in his tracks momentarily.
Nucombe misses with a lunging right hand
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Bitok slips under a jab from Nucombe.#T3#
Bitok avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Bitok slips a jab from Nucombe.
Nucombe just misses with a punch to the body.
Nucombe rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bitok moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nucombe as he jumps to the side.
A slow jab from Nucombe misses its intended target.
Bitok is looking to counter with head kicks.#T4##TD#
Bitok looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Nucombe looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bitok stays in close to Nucombe's body and controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Neil Nucombe will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nucombe moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Jab by Nucombe.
The fighters circling - Nucombe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nucombe lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nucombe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nucombe avoids it.
Nucombe throws an overhand right that lands on Bitok's shoulder, as Bitok tries to avoid the shot.
Nucombe misses with a jab to the body
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick. #T1#
Nucombe loads up on a big right hand but Bitok slips the punch.#TD#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Nucombe looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nucombe tries to get to full guard but Bitok has control of the leg.
Bitok sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Bitok will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Nucombe blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bitok. #T2#
Nucombe controlling the position for now.
Bitok seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nucombe does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nucombe tries to get to full guard but Bitok has control of the leg.
Bitok thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nucombe misses with a left hand
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick. #T3#
Nucombe misses with a jab to the body
and Bitok counters with a body kick that stops Nucombe in his tracks momentarily.
Bitok slips under a jab.
Nucombe just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBitok.
Nucombe throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nucombe but Nucombe pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A big left from Nucombe misses.
Bitok gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Nucombe.
Nucombe takes a swing at Bitok's ribcage but misses.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Nucombe blocks it.#T4#
Bitok uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nucombe.
Neil Nucombe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bitok avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bitok looks for a takedown but Nucombe sprawls well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nucombe lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bitok circles away quickly and effectively.
Bitok staying out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Neil Nucombe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Bitok's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Nucombe bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice shot lands for Nucombe.
Nucombe scores with a jab.
Nucombe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bitok appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nucombe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nucombe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bitok moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nucombe misses with a hook
and Bitok counters with a body kick.
Nucombe swings widly with a right hand
and Bitok makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Nucombe really felt that one!
Nucombe throws a lazy right hand but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.#T1#
Nucombe misses with an uppercut
and Bitok counters with a good, hard body kick but Nucombe shrugs it off. #TD#
Bitok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bitok is looking to take a break and control but Nucombe is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nucombe controlling the position for now.
Bitok takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
Nucombe moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Nucombe has his hands on Bitok's head, controlling the position.
Neil Nucombe is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3#
Nucombe controlling the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nucombe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nucombe with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nucombe missing with a left hand there. Bitok was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bitok bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bitok moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Bitok tries for a takedown but Nucombe circles away easily#CL2#
and Nucombe moves into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nucombe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bitok changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Nucombe fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bitok shoots for a takedown but Nucombe saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nucombe connects with a looping right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Neil Nucombe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nucombe 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Neil Nucombe!

A very excited looking Neil Nucombe made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 03, 2024
#R1#
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt - Klepper sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Klepper is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Klepper loads up on a big right hand but Bitok slips the punch.
As Klepper looks to move away, Bitok throws a big counter combo but Klepper just gets out of the way.
Klepper misses with a hook. Bitok ducked under it nicely. #CL2#
Klepper clinches up against the cage.
Klepper has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bitok is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bitok drops down looking for an ankle pick but Klepper pulls his leg out and moves away.
Klepper misses with a hook. Bitok ducked under it nicely.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Klepper avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Klepper misses with a hook.
Klepper looks to land a combination but Bitok avoids it well.
Klepper throws a jab when Bitok was well out of range.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Klepper misses with a body shot
and Bitok counters with a good, hard body kick but Klepper shrugs it off. #T1#
Klepper throws a body punch but Bitok moves out of range.
It looked like Bitok was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Klepper.
Klepper misses with a left hand
and Bitok counters with a solid body kick. #CL2#
Klepper instigates a clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Klepper has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Bitok has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Klepper avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Klepper lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Klepper takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Klepper is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Well, if Klepper is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T2#
Bitok is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Klepper in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Bitok tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Klepper!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hannes Klepper!
Hannes Klepper decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 25, 2024
#R1#
Kurri works over Bitok's head and body with a nice combination.#CL2#
Kurri gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Kurri tightens his grip and picks Bitok up, before dumping him to the ground. Bitok manages to land in guard.
Kurri controlling from the top position.
Kurri passes Bitok's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Bitok is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Kurri looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kurri takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1#
Kurri works his way into full mount!
Kurri content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Kurri has control of Bitok's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Bitok regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Kurri sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2##SUB2#
Kurri has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Bitok is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 18, 2024
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bitok's waist but Bitok gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Buktot off to one side.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.#T1#
Bitok throws a shot to the body. #TD#
Buktot shoots in and bounces Bitok off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Buktot looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Bitok is trying to keep Buktot in close. #T2#
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.
Bitok looking to hit a scissor sweep but Buktot is one step ahead there. #T3#
Buktot seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Buktot feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T4#
Bitok 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot 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 Buktot.
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Buktot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Buktot is looking to land body kicks.
Bitok was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Buktot feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bitok holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buktot controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Bitok seems keen to control Buktot's posture.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Buktot will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T3#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Buktot as he jumps to the side.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt - Buktot sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Buktot.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buktot looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Buktot is defended easily by Bitok.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Buktot shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bitok to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T1#
Buktot has his hands on Bitok's head, controlling the position.
Buktot is trying to keep Bitok in close.
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Buktot controlling the position.
Bitok stopping the sweep attempt from Buktot.
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Buktot will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bitok changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Bitok as Buktot shoots in.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to avoid it but Bitok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Buktot to the ground. Buktot escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A quick step to the side and Buktot tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Buktot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bitok defends it nicely.
Bitok counters with a body kick.#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.
Nice sprawl there from Buktot as Bitok shoots in.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bitok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bitok counters with a body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Buktot 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 11, 2024
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot shoots in looking for a takedown. Bitok tries to sprawl out of it but Buktot keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bitok manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
Buktot shoots in and drives through. Bitok sprawls well.
Bitok raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Bitok gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Buktot to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bitok wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Buktot controlling from the top position.
Bitok throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Buktot is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Buktot postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bitok holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok gets a takedown into half guard.#T3#
Buktot is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bitok's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bitok's back!
Buktot biding his time, looking for the opening.
Buktot has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
Bitok is trying to break free.
Bitok trying to control the hands but Buktot breaks the grip.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot controlling from the back.
Bitok trying to control the action but Buktot just sinks the hooks in.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Bitok darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is trying to get back to full guard.
Bitok is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Buktot trying to control here. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Buktot is trying to control but can't.
Dawindi Buktot overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Bitok passes into side control, despite Buktot's attempt to control the position. #T3#
Bitok is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Buktot's shoulder. That is not cool.
Bitok working away.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Buktot shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Buktot to the mat! Buktot manages to get full guard.
Bitok wants to pass the guard but Buktot is keeping the position.
Bitok controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
As Bitok backs away, Buktot returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot.
Bitok tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Bitok is keen to just control but Buktot is a slippery customer.
Buktot trying to control here.
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.
Bitok seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Buktot does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Buktot is trying is best to control the position here.
Bitok is controlling the pace.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Buktot dives in and scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.#T3#
Bitok is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bitok can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Buktot controls the pace.
Bitok seems keen to control Buktot's posture.#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.
Buktot sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dawindi Buktot.
I think Buktot 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 04, 2024
#R1#
Bitok takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL2#
Bitok tries to keep at a distance but Meadows has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bitok blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Meadows.
Meadows goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Meadows prevents the takedown attempt.
Meadows stops a takedown attempt from Bitok.
A short right from Meadows.
Meadows lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left hand lands to the body for Meadows.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Meadows.
Meadows scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Meadows scores with a shot to the side of Bitok's head. #T1#
Meadows lands with a right to the head.
Meadows working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Meadows.
Meadows lands with a short shot to the head.
Meadows gets through Bitok's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Meadows looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bitok is breathing heavily.
Meadows lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bitok backwards.
A hook to the body from Meadows.
Meadows lands a hook that snaps the head of Bitok backwards.
Meadows lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bitok backwards.
Meadows working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Meadows scores with a hook to the body.
Meadows lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2#
Meadows stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Meadows lands with a light punch inside.
Good body shot from Meadows.
Meadows lands a body shot.
A hook to the body from Meadows.
Meadows stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Meadows digs a right hand underneath Bitok's ribcage. Bitok let out a lung full of air as it connected.#TD2#
Meadows manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Meadows 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.
Meadows has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture. #T3#
Meadows looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there.
Meadows is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Meadows looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bitok being controlled here momentarily.
Meadows looking for a sweep. Not yet Meadows, not yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Meadows.
Meadows with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Meadows changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Meadows listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bitok takes a shot to the body in his stride. #KD2#
Meadows lands a big uppercut and Bitok crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Bitok looks OK. Meadows waves Bitok back to his feet!#ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Colby Meadows dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Meadows lands the left hand.
Oh Bitok is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Meadows lands with a good body shot.
Bitok seems to have got his legs back now.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Meadows shows good takedown defense.
Meadows throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Meadows closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Meadows has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Meadows pulls guard.
Meadows looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Meadows is on top in guard. #REVB#
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Meadows controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Meadows is continuing to stall.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The adventures of Meadows the control monster continue. Boring.
Meadows would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Meadows scores with a leg kick. #CL2#
Meadows has Bitok up against the cage in a clinch.
Meadows is working Bitok over against the cage.
Meadows lands a right hand.
Colby Meadows seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Meadows softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Meadows.
Bitok's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Meadows breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Meadows ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Meadows moves into range and connects with a jab. #T4#
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!
Bitok takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Colby Meadows seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Meadows throws a quick inside leg kick.
Meadows looks for a left high kick but can't connect. Meadows backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Bitok's temple! It sends Bitok violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as Meadows celebrates and the doctors try to help Bitok!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Colby Meadows!
A very excited looking Colby Meadows made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 28, 2024
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok misses with an attempted mid kick.
Amiga shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Amiga's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bitok stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bitok wants it to stay on the feet.
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up with Amiga, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes Amiga against the cage but Amiga circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Amiga misses with a takedown attempt - Bitok sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tapad Amiga.#T1##TD2#
Amiga drives through with a takedown into Bitok's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok pulls Amiga in close to his closed guard and prevents Amiga from doing any damage or advancing position.
Amiga looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
It looks like Amiga might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Bitok has Amiga pulled in close to control his posture.
Bitok striking off his back but it's not causing Amiga any problems.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Bitok is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Bitok gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T4#
Amiga is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tapad Amiga dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Bitok shoots for a takedown but Amiga saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Amiga replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bitok blocks it well.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown but Amiga manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bitok's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Amiga shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bitok as he jumps to the side.
Bitok drops down looking for a counter takedown but Amiga sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok tries to score a power double leg takedown but Amiga sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bitok somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Amiga goes for a double leg but Bitok avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bitok continues to drive forward.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And Amiga responds with a good body kick, but Bitok manages to step out the way in time.
Amiga stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Amiga closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.#T2#
Bitok being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Amiga controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Amiga has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Bitok is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Amiga fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Amiga shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bitok but Bitok pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tapad Amiga showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bitok wants it to stay on the feet.#TD#
Bitok gets a takedown into half guard.
Amiga keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok is nestled in close to Amiga, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T1#
Bitok not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bitok seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Amiga tries to roll over but Bitok keeps him under control.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Amiga is holding on to half guard well.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok goes for a double leg but Amiga avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Amiga continues to drive forward.#BC2#
Amiga escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Amiga looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bitok is fending him off so far but Amiga persists. Nope, Bitok circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok shoots in but Amiga avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Amiga is trying to counter with his kicks.#T3#
Bitok defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Amiga.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tapad Amiga.
Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Amiga counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Amiga shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Amiga's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
It looked like Bitok was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bitok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Amiga tries to avoid it but Bitok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Amiga to the ground. Amiga escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Amiga unleashes a big counter combination but Bitok bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Amiga misses with a takedown attempt - Bitok sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Bitok throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Amiga tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bitok is in Amiga's guard.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tapad Amiga is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok wants to pass the guard but Amiga is keeping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Amiga has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tapad Amiga!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 21, 2024
#R1#
Bitok takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bitok ducks under a wild hook from Ahearn.
Ahearn digs a good hook to Bitok's body.
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ahearn pinned against the cage. Ahearn gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ahearn cracks Bitok with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahearn clobbers Bitok with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bitok has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bitok there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Ahearn jabs Bitok to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bitok dives in and grabs Ahearn's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ahearn pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.
Ahearn connects with the punch.
Ahearn tests Bitok's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ahearn cracks Bitok with a good jab.#ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
Ahearn looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ahearn circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Bitok to the canvas! Bitok doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Ahearn keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Keiran Ahearn!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 14, 2024
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot.
And Bitok tries to counter it with a takedown but Buktot pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Bitok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok prevents Buktot from improving his position.#T1#
Bitok content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Buktot is trying to maintain the position but Bitok is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bitok thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Buktot's head.
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.
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot dives in for a single leg takedown but Bitok sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Bitok gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#T3#
Buktot keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Buktot is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Buktot avoid being mounted?
Bitok looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Buktot is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bitok's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bitok's back!#T4#
Bitok staying busy and making it hard for Buktot to control.
Buktot keeps control of the position easily here as Bitok tries to buck him off.
Bitok rolls, trying to escape but Buktot keeps control of the position.
Bitok wants to control his opponent's hands but Buktot gets his hands free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot controlling the position well here. Bitok rolled but Buktot kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position. #SUB#
Buktot is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bitok has a takedown stuffed.
Buktot shoots in looking for a takedown. Bitok tries to sprawl out of it but Buktot keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bitok manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bitok looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Buktot!
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Buktot tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The referee asks Bitok politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Bitok prefers to stall for the moment though.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot struggling a bit here.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Bitok content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Buktot looks for the body kick but Bitok saw that one coming.
Bitok is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#TD#
Bitok gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Buktot to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Buktot is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Buktot being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
Bitok thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bitok holds on and takes a little breather.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Buktot tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bitok defends well and Buktot ends up having to push Bitok into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Buktot lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Bitok tries to roll over but Buktot keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot slows the pace down in half guard. #T1#
Bitok is staying active underneath Buktot, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bitok punching from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Buktot seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok goes for a double leg but Buktot avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Buktot continues to drive forward.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Bitok shoots for a takedown but Buktot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
No luck for Bitok with that takedown attempt. #T3#
Buktot with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bitok counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bitok appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Buktot fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bitok sprawls well initially but Buktot persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Bitok is refusing to be controlled, as Buktot sits in half guard.
Buktot is thwarting Bitok's attempts to control the position.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Buktot is keen to just control but Bitok is a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 07, 2024
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Buktot drives through with a takedown into Bitok's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Buktot postures up.
Buktot trying to control but Bitok is working from the bottom.
Buktot seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Bitok looking for a sweep. Not yet Bitok, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot controls from within his opponent's guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T1#
Buktot postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Buktot fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.
Bitok appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in and bounces Buktot off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Bitok stopping the sweep attempt from Buktot.#T3#
Bitok not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
It looks like Bitok might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot is pulling down on Bitok's head. It's preventing any offense from Bitok, at least for the moment.
Bitok is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot shoots for a takedown but Bitok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bitok has his takedown stuffed
and Buktot counters with a head kick. That will keep Bitok thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Buktot fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot looks to land a body kick but Bitok moved away.
Bitok looks for a takedown but Buktot sprawls well.
As Bitok looks to move away, Buktot throws a big counter combo but Bitok just gets out of the way.#T1##TD#
Buktot throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bitok was covering up waiting for the punch and Buktot finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok is controlling Buktot's posture.
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.#T2#
Bitok is trying to control the position but Buktot postures up.
Buktot sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Bitok is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Buktot sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok counters with a body kick.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nice takedown defense from Bitok. No joy for Buktot on that attempt.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught flat footed, as Bitok shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot is adopting a defensive guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Buktot counters with a good, hard body kick but Bitok shrugs it off.
Bitok shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Buktot defends it nicely.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Buktot. #T1#
Buktot just content to control the position.
Bitok is not content to let Buktot control the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
I wouldn't like to be where Bitok is right now.
Dawindi Buktot overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bitok being controlled for a moment.
Bitok is trying to control Buktot's posture but Buktot avoids it. #T3#
Buktot remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Horrible takedown attempt by Buktot or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Bitok stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bitok wants it to stay on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
No luck for Buktot with that takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Buktot 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 31, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#TD#
Buktot throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bitok was covering up waiting for the punch and Buktot finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Buktot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Buktot with a nice head shot there.
Bitok has control of Buktot's left arm, preventing Buktot from doing any damage.
Buktot's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok managing to control the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.#T3##TD#
Bitok gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Buktot to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bitok has control of Buktot's left arm, preventing Buktot from doing any damage.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Buktot loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bitok is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bitok being controlled here, momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Buktot looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bitok is fending him off so far but Buktot persists. Nope, Bitok circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot. #TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Buktot did well to prevent Bitok getting side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok content to control rather than advance. #T1#
Buktot is staying active underneath Bitok, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bitok performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Buktot is concentrating on defense, preventing Bitok from advancing position.
Bitok controlling the pace. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Buktot keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Buktot manages to get to full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Buktot holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Buktot lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Buktot as he jumps to the side.
Buktot was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Buktot pinned against the cage. Buktot gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown but Buktot manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bitok's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Buktot feints and as Bitok raises his hands in defense, Buktot changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Buktot seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##TD2#
Bitok closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Bitok working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Bitok just content to control the position.
Buktot is looking for a sweep.
Bitok in side control, just content to control the action for now.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Buktot darts in looking for a takedown but Bitok gets double underhooks and turns Buktot into the cage.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.
Buktot gets underhooks to prevent Bitok's takedown attempt. #TD#
Buktot gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Bitok regains guard. #T3#
Buktot content to stall in guard here.
Bitok looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bitok looking for a sweep. Not yet Bitok, not yet. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to his closed guard and prevents Buktot from doing any damage or advancing position.
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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot is looking to pass into half guard but Bitok pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Bitok is in guard.#REVB#

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 24, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Buktot pinned against the cage. Buktot gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Buktot swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Buktot closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bitok defends well and Buktot ends up having to push Bitok into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bitok is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#TD2#
Bitok is trying to trip Buktot. He has hold of a leg but Buktot is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Bitok persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Bitok is standing up over Buktot. Buktot looks to escape but Bitok dives into side control. #T1##REVR#
Bitok wants to lay and pray for a moment but Buktot keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Bitok working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok controlling the position.
Bitok trying to control the position but Buktot is working away.
Buktot can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Buktot is looking to regain half guard here but Bitok keeps moving and retains side control.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bitok staying calm.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T4#
Bitok stalling.
Buktot trying to control here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Buktot gets caught flat footed, as Bitok shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Bitok content to stall in guard here.
Buktot looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Bitok stays in close to Buktot's body and controls the position.
Bitok throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Buktot is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Bitok stopping the sweep attempt from Buktot.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Buktot pinned against the cage. Buktot gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD2#
Bitok shoots in and gets a takedown into Buktot's guard.#T3#
Buktot has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bitok stopping the sweep attempt from Buktot.
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok stopping the sweep attempt from Buktot.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bitok trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Buktot is controlling Bitok's posture.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Buktot darts in looking for a takedown but Bitok gets double underhooks and turns Buktot into the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bitok.
Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok manages to get underhooks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot circles away easily
and Buktot counters with a big head kick but Bitok shrugs it off.
Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Buktot counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bitok swivels and escapes.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Buktot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bitok defends it nicely.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.#T1##TD#
Buktot fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bitok sprawls well initially but Buktot persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T2#
Buktot prevents Bitok from improving his position.
Buktot perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bitok has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Buktot is working away from the top position though.
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.
Buktot is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Bitok wants to control but Buktot is having none of it.
Buktot can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bitok is looking to escape.
Buktot avoids the attempt from Bitok to control.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Buktot controlling his opponent.
Bitok slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bitok trying to hold on to Buktot's head to control him but Buktot postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 18, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bitok did well to prevent Buktot getting side control.
Buktot slows the pace down in half guard.
Bitok wants to get back to full guard but Buktot has passed into side control.
Bitok gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot is keeping busy.
Buktot is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1#
Buktot wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bitok keeps working.
Buktot perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bitok is trying to maintain the position but Buktot is very close to passing his half guard.
Bitok wants to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bitok stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bitok wants it to stay on the feet.
Buktot shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Bitok counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Buktot!
Bitok working away.#T3#
A lull in the action here.
Buktot is trying to control Bitok's posture but Bitok avoids it.
Bitok just content to control the position. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught napping as Bitok dives in and scores a takedown. Buktot manages to retain guard.
Buktot controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bitok controls the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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#
Buktot leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Buktot attempts a counter takedown but Bitok avoids it well and moves away.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Buktot looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bitok is fending him off so far but Buktot persists. Nope, Bitok circles away and we're back to standing.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
Both fighters circling a little - Bitok finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buktot swivels and escapes.
Buktot doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bitok counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
Buktot looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bitok was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Bitok gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T2#
Bitok seems keen to control Buktot's posture.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully.
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.
Bitok controlling the position.#T3#
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.
Buktot is fighting to break Bitok's control of his arms but Bitok is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bitok wants to sweep here but Buktot controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Bitok looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully.
Bitok wants to hit a sweep here but Buktot passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bitok there!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok tries to hold on but Buktot pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Buktot looking to score a takedown here. Bitok is defending well but Buktot drives through and ends up in Bitok's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Buktot is posturing up here but Bitok has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Buktot tries to roll out but it's too tight and Buktot has to tap! Slick submission there by Bitok!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 10, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot closes the distance and clinches up with Bitok, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes Bitok against the cage but Bitok circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bitok throws a big counter head kick but Buktot avoids it with no problem.
Buktot shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt
and Bitok counters with a good, hard body kick but Buktot shrugs it off.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. 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.
Bitok is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buktot sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Buktot avoids it really well and circles away.
Buktot is looking for a counter combo.#T1#
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Buktot counters with a nice body kick. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Buktot avoids it really well and circles away.
Buktot shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T3#
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bitok tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buktot swivels and escapes.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bitok moves out of range as Buktot throws a body kick.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#TD2#
Buktot gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Buktot scrambles and gets back to his feet. #T4##TD#
Buktot feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bitok is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot 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#
Bitok defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buktot.
Bitok tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buktot swivels and escapes.
Buktot half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Buktot closes the distance and clinches up with Bitok, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes Bitok against the cage but Bitok circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Buktot closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.
Bitok changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. 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.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bitok napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Buktot trying to control the action but Bitok is working from the bottom. #T1#
Bitok manages to work his way to half guard, despite Buktot's best efforts.
Bitok is concentrating on defense, preventing Buktot from advancing position.
Buktot trying to control the pace.
Bitok has his hands clasped together around Buktot's back. He's all about the action.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Buktot takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught napping as Bitok dives in and scores a takedown. Buktot manages to retain guard.#T3#
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Buktot is pulling down on Bitok's head. It's preventing any offense from Bitok, at least for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buktot can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bitok controls the pace.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Buktot looking to control.
Bitok trying to control the position from guard on top but Buktot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bitok forces his way into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot is concentrating on defense, preventing Bitok from advancing position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Dawindi Buktot will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Bitok scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bitok is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T1#
Buktot keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bitok performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Buktot is controlling Bitok's position as best he can from this difficult position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok misses with a takedown
and Buktot counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bitok is defended easily by Buktot.#T3#
Bitok throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Buktot is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD2#
Bitok feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Bitok is fighting to break Buktot's control of his arms but Buktot is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Buktot has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bitok sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
Bitok won't allow Buktot to sweep him here.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot 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!
Buktot seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Buktot wants to sweep here but Bitok controlling him for the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Buktot 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 03, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
Bitok closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buktot circles away.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Buktot will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Buktot moves away.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Buktot shoots in for a double leg but Bitok sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T1#
Buktot is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bitok sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Buktot counters with a solid body kick. #TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Buktot was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Bitok is being controlled here.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot postures up.#T2#
Bitok parries the strikes from Buktot easily there. Buktot is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bitok to escape.
The referee asks Buktot politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Buktot prefers to stall for the moment though.
Bitok keeping his opponent close.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Bitok tries to improve position but can't. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Buktot drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#T3#
Buktot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Buktot is fighting to break Bitok's control of his arms but Bitok is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Buktot not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Buktot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Buktot as he jumps to the side.
Buktot is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD#
Buktot looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bitok!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot trying to control the position but Bitok is working away. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Bitok's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok is keeping him busy.
Bitok being controlled for a moment.
Bitok takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok is looking for a sweep.
Buktot controls the position from side control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Buktot scores with a takedown into Bitok's guard.#T3#
Bitok controlling Buktot's posture.
Buktot passes Bitok's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Buktot controlling the action here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok tries to get to full guard but Buktot has control of the leg.
Bitok is controlling Buktot's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Buktot prevents Bitok from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt - Bitok sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. 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.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buktot as he avoids it easily.
Bitok just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBuktot.#T1#
Bitok closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buktot circles away.
Buktot with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bitok counters with a two punch combo.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?
Buktot fails with the takedown.
Buktot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buktot wants it to stay on the feet.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.#T2#
Buktot misses with a kick to the body
and Bitok counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bitok gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Buktot counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bitok thinking.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense.
Bitok fails with the takedown
and Buktot counters with a body kick. #T3#
Bitok fails to land the takedown.
Buktot shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Buktot's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Buktot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Buktot dives in and scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.
Bitok trying to strike off his back.
Bitok seems keen to control Buktot's posture.
Buktot is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dawindi Buktot.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Buktot, 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:26
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 26, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl out of it but Bitok keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buktot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Buktot half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD2#
Buktot tries to sprawl but Bitok drives through with a takedown into half guard.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is refusing to be controlled, as Bitok sits in half guard.
Buktot keeping hold of Bitok's head, controlling as best he can. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bitok not doing much here.
Buktot is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3##TD#
Buktot looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bitok!
Bitok seems a little lost for a moment, as Buktot dominates the positioning.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot postures up.
Buktot in the domination position with Bitok hanging on.
Buktot working away.#T4#
Buktot content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Buktot fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
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 Dawindi Buktot will probably get the nod.
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#
Buktot looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bitok is fending him off so far but Buktot persists. Nope, Bitok circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Buktot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Buktot, which made it look bad.
Bitok tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buktot swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot slaps away a takedown attempt from Bitok, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T1#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Buktot as Bitok shoots in.
No luck for Bitok with that takedown attempt.
Buktot is looking to counter with a body kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Buktot slaps away a takedown attempt from Bitok, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Buktot changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bitok tries to avoid it but Buktot manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bitok to the ground. Bitok escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?#T3#
Buktot gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bitok makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Buktot really felt that one!
Nice takedown defense from Bitok. No joy for Buktot on that attempt.
Bitok dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Nice sprawl there from Bitok as Buktot shoots in.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Buktot shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot shoots in but no luck this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Dawindi Buktot will probably get the nod.
That's time! Buktot's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Buktot closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bitok quickly recovers to half guard.
Buktot takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
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.
Bitok gets back to full guard.
Bitok has his hands on Buktot's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1#
Bitok trying to control the position.
Bitok managing to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Buktot fails with the takedown
and Bitok finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bitok shoots in but Buktot avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Buktot misses with a takedown #TD2#
and Bitok counters with a shoot takedown. Buktot fights it but they end up in guard. #T3#
Buktot trying to control the position.
Bitok stops Buktot from standing up.
Bitok stays in close to Buktot's body and controls the position.
Bitok postures up. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok sitting in guard here, content to control.
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Buktot not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot 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!#TD2#
Bitok scores with a takedown into Buktot's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Buktot 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 19, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Buktot quickly recovers to half guard.
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Buktot preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
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.
Bitok stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Buktot controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Bitok sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T2#
Buktot is refusing to be controlled, as Bitok sits in half guard.
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.#T3#
Buktot wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot is controlling Bitok's position as best he can from this difficult position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitok stuffs the takedown.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Buktot but Buktot pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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#
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.#TD2#
Bitok throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bitok is in Buktot's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bitok controls the pace.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Bitok won't allow Buktot to sweep him here.
Bitok sitting in guard here, content to control.
Buktot keeping moving, preventing Bitok from controlling successfully. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Buktot goes for a double leg but Bitok avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bitok continues to drive forward.#TD#
Buktot pulls Bitok into guard.
Buktot controlling the position.#T3#
Bitok is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Buktot is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok trying to control the position from guard on top but Buktot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Buktot.
Bitok throws a fast counter high kick but Buktot manages to duck under it in time.
Buktot tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bitok swivels and escapes.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok fails with the takedown
and Buktot counters with a solid body kick. #T1#
Bitok shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Buktot defends it nicely.
Buktot half committed to a counter leg kick.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Bitok misses with a body kick.
Buktot defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bitok.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Buktot decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Kulata Bitok has got the better of the ground game so far.
Buktot is trying to control. Bitok wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bitok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Buktot stalling.
Buktot has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Bitok wants to control but Buktot is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Buktot controlling the action here.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Bitok keeps control of the position for the meantime. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot stuffs the takedown.
Buktot shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Buktot fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 12, 2023
#R1#
De Rossi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A left lands for De Rossi.
De Rossi lands a slapping body shot.
Bitok on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The fighters circle momentarily. De Rossi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
De Rossi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bitok. Bitok circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bitok takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bitok ducks right into an uppercut from De Rossi.
Bitok takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bitok takes one to the side of the head.
De Rossi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
De Rossi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
De Rossi lands a body shot.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says De Rossi as he avoids it easily.
Bitok takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL2#
De Rossi closes the distance and pushes Bitok back into the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from De Rossi. #BC2#
De Rossi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
De Rossi lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bitok backs up against the cage.
Giuseppe De Rossi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
De Rossi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bitok, pushing him back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, De Rossi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
De Rossi scores with a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice body punch from De Rossi.
De Rossi pushes Bitok back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
De Rossi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from De Rossi.
A hook to the body from De Rossi.
A short right hand to the side of the head by De Rossi.
A body shot lands from De Rossi.
Bitok is breathing heavily.
De Rossi lands a nice uppercut.
A short right from De Rossi. #BC2#
De Rossi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
De Rossi lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
De Rossi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
De Rossi punishes Bitok's body with a nice straight punch.
Bitok walks into a stiff left hand from De Rossi.
Jab, jab by De Rossi - just one landing. #T3#
De Rossi scores with a body shot.
De Rossi lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
De Rossi stuns Bitok with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
De Rossi's corner calls for a 1-2. De Rossi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - De Rossi scores with a four punch combination!
De Rossi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
De Rossi connects with a body shot that sends Bitok's belly button to the back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
De Rossi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bitok stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A left lands for De Rossi.
De Rossi works the jab nicely.
De Rossi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bitok had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Bitok takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
De Rossi scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
De Rossi plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
De Rossi pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bitok back to the cage. De Rossi follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
De Rossi cracks a nice hook into Bitok's ribs.#CL2#
De Rossi instigates a clinch. #BC2#
De Rossi breaks the clinch.
Bitok takes a body punch but keeps moving.
De Rossi connects with a single shot there.
Jab by De Rossi.
De Rossi punishes Bitok's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
De Rossi connects with a single shot there.
De Rossi scores with a nice right hand.
Giuseppe De Rossi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
De Rossi goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Giuseppe De Rossi dominated that round.
That's time! Bitok's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
De Rossi scores with a jab to the jaw.
De Rossi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
De Rossi works Bitok's body with a nice hook.
De Rossi throws a sloppy head kick and Bitok moves out of range easily.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A jab lands there for De Rossi.
De Rossi lands a slapping body shot.
De Rossi scores with a jab. Bitok acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
De Rossi catches Bitok with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
De Rossi has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
De Rossi lands a jab to the nose.
De Rossi lands a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bitok walks into a jab.
De Rossi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nice uppercut lands for De Rossi. That snapped Bitok's head back. #T1#
Bitok takes one to the side of the head.
De Rossi tests Bitok's chin there with a solid looking shot.
De Rossi jabs Bitok right on the nose. Bitok blinks but takes it well.
De Rossi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bitok on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bitok takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bitok takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
De Rossi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bitok doesn't seem bothered though.
Jab from De Rossi.
Nice uppercut lands for De Rossi. That snapped Bitok's head back. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
De Rossi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A jab lands there for De Rossi.
Bitok takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bitok on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
De Rossi with a hook.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
De Rossi lands a nice looking body shot.
De Rossi lands with a slapping head kick.
De Rossi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bitok stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
De Rossi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
De Rossi lands a nice hook to Bitok's body. Bitok takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bitok takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Good standup being displayed there by De Rossi as he connects with a hook.#T3#
De Rossi lands with an uppercut that bounces Bitok off the cage and back into range.
De Rossi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bitok's hands.
Good shot there by De Rossi.
De Rossi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
De Rossi lands a jab to Bitok's midsection.
De Rossi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
De Rossi lands with a straight right. Bitok didn't see that one coming.
De Rossi connects with a jab.
De Rossi catches Bitok with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
De Rossi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Rossi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bitok moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Nice shot by De Rossi.
De Rossi lands a body shot.
Bitok has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from De Rossi finds it's way round the side to connect with Bitok's head.
De Rossi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
De Rossi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
De Rossi scores with a punch to the head.
De Rossi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
De Rossi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bitok throws a push kick but De Rossi slaps the foot to one side.
Giuseppe De Rossi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bitok walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
De Rossi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Giuseppe De Rossi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
De Rossi punishes Bitok's body with a nice straight punch.
Bitok looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by De Rossi.
A jab from De Rossi finds it's way through Bitok's defenses.
De Rossi lands a slapping body shot.
Donk. De Rossi catches Bitok right on the button with a cross.
A shot to the liver by De Rossi. Beautiful body shot.
De Rossi lands a nice looking body shot.
De Rossi digs a good body shot into Bitok's ribs.
De Rossi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
De Rossi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
De Rossi lunges at Bitok with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bitok's hand.
De Rossi moves into range and connects with a jab. #T1#
De Rossi jabs at Bitok's body.
Bitok ducks right into an uppercut from De Rossi. #CL2#
Bitok gets tackled into the cage by De Rossi. De Rossi maintains the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, De Rossi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
De Rossi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bitok or not.
Good body shot from De Rossi.
De Rossi prevents Bitok from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
De Rossi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
De Rossi jabs at Bitok's body.
De Rossi connects with a looping right hand.
De Rossi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
De Rossi scores with a kick to the body. #T2##CL2#
De Rossi closes the distance and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
De Rossi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
De Rossi lands a body shot.
Giuseppe De Rossi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
De Rossi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
De Rossi sizes up Bitok with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bitok looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
De Rossi lands a body shot.
De Rossi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CL2#
De Rossi clinches up with Bitok and pushes him back against the cage.
De Rossi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
De Rossi scores with a nice hook to the head.#T3##BC2#
De Rossi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
De Rossi throws a nice head kick!
De Rossi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
De Rossi dips to his left and cracks Bitok with an uppercut!
De Rossi scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
De Rossi throws a one two combo.
De Rossi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice jab there from De Rossi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
De Rossi lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
De Rossi tests Bitok's chin there with a solid looking shot.
De Rossi works the jab nicely.#T4#
Bitok takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
De Rossi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
De Rossi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bitok on the side of the head.
De Rossi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bitok doesn't seem bothered though.
De Rossi feints a jab promting Bitok to slip. De Rossi then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bitok slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
De Rossi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bitok.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
De Rossi lands a jab.
De Rossi scores with the left hand. Bitok knows he should have avoided that one.

And that's the end of the fight!
Giuseppe De Rossi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well De Rossi has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 24:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 24:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Giuseppe De Rossi!

As Giuseppe De Rossi got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Next time keep my name out of your mouth, for all that talk you did you should be ashamed of losing to me then to be honest. Know your place little English man'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 05, 2023
#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Bitok 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Gaethje's coach down at Master Chai's Dojo was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Gaethje's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Gaethje connects with a looping right hand.
Bitok takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gaethje cracks Bitok with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gaethje connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Gaethje closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Gaethje lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bitok will feel that in the morning.
Gaethje bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gaethje scores with a sloppy right hand. Bitok should have avoided that one.
Gaethje stuffs the takedown.
Bitok ducks right into an uppercut from Gaethje.
Gaethje lands a high kick!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Gaethje, as that shot connected.
Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Gaethje counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Gaethje throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bitok stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gaethje clobbers Bitok with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bitok on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A jab from Gaethje does it's job there.
Gaethje lands a jab to the nose.
Bitok throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Gaethje scores with a jab to the head.
Gaethje lands with a right hand.
Gaethje lands the left hand.
Justin Gaethje seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gaethje clobbers Bitok with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gaethje slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bitok takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gaethje throws a series of punches but Bitok moves out of range.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.#T2#
Gaethje takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Gaethje is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bitok had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Gaethje scores with a kick to the body.
Gaethje works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Gaethje scores with a kick to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Gaethje.
Bitok takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Gaethje keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bitok crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Gaethje - the referee stops the clock and Bitok gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Gaethje. Bitok manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Bitok is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Gaethje scores with a nice strike.
Gaethje's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bitok under the eye.
A lazy left from Gaethje finds it's target.#T3#
Bitok gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gaethje.
Jab by Gaethje.
Gaethje connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Gaethje with a nice cross.
A jab from Gaethje does it's job there.
A jab lands there for Gaethje.
Gaethje connects with an inside leg kick.
Bitok looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Good leg kick by Gaethje.
Nice uppercut lands for Gaethje. That snapped Bitok's head back.
Gaethje lands an overhand right.
Bitok will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gaethje lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #T4#
Gaethje with a jab.
Gaethje moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Gaethje lunges at Bitok with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bitok's hand.
Gaethje lands an overhand right.
Gaethje jabs Bitok to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gaethje fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bitok has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Gaethje scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nice body kick from Gaethje.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Gaethje cracks Bitok with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gaethje scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Gaethje lands the left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Justin Gaethje dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A jab lands there for Gaethje.
Gaethje throws a nice looking combination but Bitok bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bitok's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gaethje connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bitok scrambles back to his feet.
Gaethje moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gaethje.
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gaethje avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Gaethje.
Gaethje scores with a push kick.#T1#
Bitok takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Gaethje scores with a head kick. Bitok tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Bitok takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Gaethje!
Bitok walks into a stiff left hand from Gaethje.
Gaethje moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bitok takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bitok looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
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!
A slapping body kick lands there for Gaethje.
Gaethje has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gaethje. That's going to slow Bitok down.
Gaethje lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Nice uppercut lands for Gaethje. That snapped Bitok's head back. #T2#
Bitok has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bitok there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jab by Gaethje.
Gaethje feints and then cracks Bitok's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bitok down.
Gaethje uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bitok has time to react.
Gaethje lands a front kick.
Gaethje lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bitok's sensitive parts.
Bitok takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bitok takes a kick to the side of the head.
Gaethje lands a jab to the head.
That kick from Gaethje tenderised Bitok's leg. Bitok is trying to keep his angry face on.
Gaethje lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T3#
A jab from Gaethje finds it's way through Bitok's defenses.
A jab from Gaethje does it's job there.
Justin Gaethje is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gaethje with a jab.
Gaethje lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Gaethje.
Gaethje jabs Bitok right on the nose. Bitok blinks but takes it well.
Gaethje lands with a shot to the body.
Bitok on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bitok takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gaethje connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gaethje.
Bitok takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jab by Gaethje.#T4#
Gaethje lunges at Bitok with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bitok's hand.
Gaethje throws out a powerful jab.
Gaethje takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Gaethje lands the left hand.
Gaethje connects with a right hand. Bitok shakes it off.
Gaethje lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Gaethje lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Gaethje lands a head kick. Bitok smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bitok with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Gaethje to score with a decent uppercut.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gaethje.
Bitok doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Gaethje counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Justin Gaethje showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Gaethje thuds a left hand into Bitok's body.
Gaethje pushes Bitok away with a front kick.
Gaethje keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Gaethje misses with a wild combination.
Bitok steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Gaethje. That one must have hurt.
Gaethje moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gaethje throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Gaethje dips to his left and cracks Bitok with an uppercut!
Gaethje lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Gaethje throws a head kick but Bitok moves out of range.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.#T1#
Gaethje comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Gaethje lands a head shot.
Bitok on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Gaethje throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Bitok.
Gaethje lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Bitok is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bitok tries to move into range but Gaethje moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gaethje connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bitok momentarily. #T2#
Gaethje jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A good leg kick by Gaethje.
A nice leg kick from Gaethje, right into the meat of the thigh.
Justin Gaethje seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gaethje lands a head shot.
Gaethje changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice body kick from Gaethje.
Gaethje scores with a nice body kick.
Gaethje throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bitok on the side of the head.
Gaethje connects with a right hand. Bitok shakes it off.
Gaethje lands with a kick to the ribs.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A jab lands there for Gaethje.#T3#
Gaethje throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Bitok.
Gaethje throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Bitok has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bitok there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bitok takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bitok has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Gaethje.
Nice straight punches there by Gaethje. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gaethje.
Gaethje scores with a hook.
Gaethje scores with a head kick. Bitok tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Gaethje lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bitok backs up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gaethje takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bitok has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T4#
Gaethje takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A shot to the liver by Gaethje. Beautiful body shot.
Gaethje lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Gaethje lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Gaethje bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bitok's head.
A nice combination there by Gaethje.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gaethje throws out a powerful jab.
Gaethje moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
No joy there for Gaethje, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Gaethje avoids it.
Gaethje dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bitok. That did some damage!

And that's the end of the fight!
Justin Gaethje comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gaethje has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 24:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 24:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Justin Gaethje!

Justin Gaethje thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 29, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Buktot!
Buktot can't do much from the bottom here.
Buktot is trying to improve his position.
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.
You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok throws a strike aimed at the side of Buktot's head but Buktot avoids it well.
Bitok is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Buktot's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Buktot wants to control but Bitok postures up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Buktot counters with a nice body kick. #TD2#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into Buktot's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Buktot trying to keep a closed guard but Bitok is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
Buktot doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Buktot has control of Bitok's left arm, preventing Bitok from doing any damage. #T3#
Bitok sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Buktot pulls Bitok in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Buktot as Bitok shoots in.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#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#
Bitok gets the takedown into side control.
Bitok working away.
Buktot is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Buktot is looking to reverse the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Bitok as Buktot shoots in.
Buktot misses the shot to the body.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok leaves Buktot 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 Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buktot sprawls well. Buktot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Buktot to the mat! Buktot manages to get full guard. #T2#
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Buktot looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bitok looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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.
Buktot is trying to control the position but Bitok postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Buktot shoots in and gets a takedown into Bitok's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok is pulling down on Buktot's head. It's preventing any offense from Buktot, at least for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Buktot has his takedown stuffed
and Bitok counters with a body kick that stops Buktot in his tracks momentarily.
Bitok shoots in but no luck this time.
Buktot tries to counter with a takedown but Bitok is quick to defend against it.
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Buktot counters with a good, hard body kick but Bitok shrugs it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bitok sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T1##TD2#
Bitok shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Buktot's guard.
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily.
Buktot looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there.
Bitok is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
Buktot is trying to hold Bitok in close to prevent damage but Bitok has managed to pass into half guard.
Bitok sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3#
Buktot is trying is best to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Buktot tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bitok swivels and escapes.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Buktot or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Buktot did well to prevent Bitok getting side control.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bitok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 22, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Buktot scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bitok gets back to full guard.
Buktot content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok is adopting a defensive guard.#T1#
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Buktot fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl out of it but Bitok keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buktot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3##TD2#
Bitok shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Buktot manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Buktot is looking to stand back up but Bitok counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Buktot. #REVR#
Buktot wants to control the action here but instead Bitok manages to pass to full mount! #T4#
Buktot is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Bitok controlling from the full mount.
Bitok dominating with strikes here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot wants to hold on but Bitok pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
No luck for Bitok with that takedown attempt.
Bitok fails with the takedown.
A quick step to the side and Buktot tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Buktot shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bitok is trying to defend but Buktot finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T1#
Bitok is not content to let Buktot control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Buktot is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok keeping control of the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T3#
Bitok has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Buktot is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot has his takedown stuffed
and Bitok counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Buktot has his takedown stuffed
and Bitok makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Buktot really felt that one!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4##TD2#
Bitok drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Buktot looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there.
Buktot is trying to keep Bitok in close.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up with Buktot, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes Buktot against the cage but Buktot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Buktot shoots in but no luck this time.
Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok circles away easily
and Bitok counters with a big head kick but Buktot shrugs it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Buktot feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully. #T1#
Bitok wants to sweep here but Buktot controlling him for the moment.
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.
Bitok keeps trying to improve his position.
Bitok trying to control the position here.
Buktot is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Buktot to the mat! Buktot manages to get full guard. #T3#
Bitok controls from within his opponent's guard.
Buktot working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bitok.
Buktot is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Buktot looking to control. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SU2#
Bitok stands up and waves to Buktot to follow him.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bitok but Bitok pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Buktot avoids it really well and circles away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bitok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 15, 2023
#R1#
Lake lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lake.
Lake goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lake feints a jab promting Bitok to slip. Lake then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bitok slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#TD2#
Lake closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bitok to the mat! Bitok manages to get full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bitok controls Lake momentarily but Lake frees himself.
Bitok preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Lake stands and steps away. Bitok gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL2#
Lake clinches. #TD2#
Lake has clasped his hands together around Bitok's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Lake lands a few punches from side control.
Lake taking a breather here. #T1##SU2#
Lake decides to stand back up. Lake steps back and let's Bitok get back to his feet.#CL2#
Lake gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Lake breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Lake drives through and clinches with Bitok against the cage. #BC2#
Lake manages to break the clinch.
Bitok checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lake throws a right and a left that Bitok avoids nicely.
Bitok feinted with a counter takedown.
Lake lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bitok circles away quickly and effectively.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Lake misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.#T2#
Lake misses with a wild combination.
Lake misses with a few strikes there.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Lake misses.
Lake looks to land a combination but Bitok avoids it well.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#TD2#
Lake looking to score a takedown here. Bitok is defending well but Lake drives through and ends up in Bitok's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lake accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lake lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SU2#
Lake gets to his feet - Bitok follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Lake gets a takedown into half guard.
Well, if Lake is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T3#
Lake throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lake winds up and cracks Bitok with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Lake throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bitok is breathing heavily.
Lake drops an elbow to the side of Bitok's head.
Well, if Lake is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #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.
Lake slips a nice elbow through Bitok's hands, connecting with Bitok's forehead.
Bitok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lake on the ground.
Lake lands strikes from half guard.
Bitok is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lake scores with a couple of nice shots.
Bitok is looking to improve his position.
Lake looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bitok with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lake connects with a nice short shot to Bitok's temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cole Lake dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lake lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #CL2#
Bitok gets tackled into the cage by Lake. Lake maintains the clinch.
Bitok has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lake avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD2#
Lake is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Bitok can't fight it off and eventually Lake manages to take the fight to the floor. Bitok looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lake has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lake chips away with some ground and pound.
Lake landing some decent shots from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lake with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lake seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Bitok preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lake scoring with some ground and pound.
Lake looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lake slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Lake makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SU2#
Lake gets to his feet - Bitok follows without any prompting.
Bitok takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Lake!
Lake misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T2#
Lake fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#CL2#
Lake gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Lake is trying to trip Bitok. He has hold of a leg but Bitok is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Lake persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Lake working some strikes from top position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lake lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lake's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lake is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lake stands up over Bitok, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Lake has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lake passes into half guard. #T3##SU2#
Lake postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Bitok to stand up.
Lake misses with a kick to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Lake.
Decent striking displayed by Lake there.#ROC2#Bitok is rocked!#CL2#
Lake pushes Bitok up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Lake has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bitok regains guard immediately.
Lake with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lake is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
Lake landing some decent shots from guard.
Lake looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SU2#
Lake stands up and waves to Bitok to follow him. #CL2#
Lake moves into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cole Lake showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Lake moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Lake lands a takedown into guard.
Cole Lake has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU2#
Lake stands up from Bitok's guard - Lake perhaps looking for a knockout.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Lake!
Bitok slips a jab and a cross from Lake.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Cole Lake seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lake misses with a two punch combination.
A quick step to the side and Bitok tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lake dips to his left and cracks Bitok with an uppercut!#TD2#
Lake is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bitok's half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lake looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bitok with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lake takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Bitok wants to control but Lake is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lake is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lake landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Lake is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Lake lands with a punch from half guard.
Lake looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bitok with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Oh Bitok is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lake working the head and body with strikes. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lake looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bitok with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lake is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Bitok is hurt! He's hurt bad - Lake fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Bitok from any more punishment! Congratulations to Lake! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cole Lake!
Cole Lake very nearly forgot to thank Shadow Realm Clothing and Laundry NYC amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 08, 2023
#R1#
Bitok slips a jab from Bobbert.
A telegraphed right hand from Bobbert misses the target.
Bobbert just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBitok.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bobbert, as that shot connected.
Bobbert swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bitok counters with a body kick that stops Bobbert in his tracks momentarily.
Bitok avoids the body shot from Bobbert.
A slow jab from Bobbert misses its intended target.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Bobbert blocks it.
Bitok takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bitok avoids the body shot from Bobbert.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A jab from Bobbert misses.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bobbert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bobbert pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bobbert lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bobbert misses with a straight left.
Bobbert is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bobbert lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bitok ducks under a wild hook from Bobbert.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.#T1#
Bobbert throws an overhand right that lands on Bitok's shoulder, as Bitok tries to avoid the shot.
Bitok looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Bobbert throws a lazy right hand but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Bobbert blocks it.
Bobbert scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bobbert feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bitoks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bitok moves away from the strike by Bobbert.
Bobbert lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nice shot lands for Bobbert.
Bitok blocks a jab.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Bitok moves away from the strike by Bobbert.
Bobbert looks to land a left hand but Bitok moved out of range nicely.
Bitok half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bobbert waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bitok.
Bobbert lands a jab to Bitok's midsection.
Bitok takes one to the chin there.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bobbert sizes up Bitok with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A telegraphed right hand from Bobbert misses the target.
Bobert Bobbert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bitok on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
Bitok drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Oh Bitok is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bobbert throws a right hand that misses
and Bitok makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bobbert really felt that one!
Bitok seems to have got his legs back now.
Bobert Bobbert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Bobbert misses.
As Bobbert looks to move away, Bitok throws a big counter combo but Bobbert just gets out of the way.
Bitok on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bobbert throws a shot to the body.
Bobbert is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bitok had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Bobbert throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bobbert swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bitok.
Bitok slips a jab from Bobbert.
Bobbert swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bobbert lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Bobbert lands a jab to Bitok's midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bobbert. Bitok does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bitok takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bobbert throws a hook but Bitok blocks it.
Bitok walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bobbert jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bitok went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bobbert lands a jab to Bitok's midsection.
Bobbert works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bobbert with a jab.
Bobbert takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bobbert lands a really nice looking cross but Bitok seems unphased.
Bitok is breathing heavily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bobbert misses with a straight right.
Bobbert looks to land a left hand but Bitok moved out of range nicely.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bobbert avoids it.#T4#
Bobbert scores with a decent looking hook.
Bobbert throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bobbert lands with an overhand left.
Bobbert lands a head shot.
A cross from Bobbert lands.
Bobbert catches Bitok with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bitok slips a straight right by Bobbert.
It looked like Bitok was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bobbert.
Bobbert jabs at Bitok's body.
Bobbert jabs at Bitok's body.
Bitok takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bobbert drops Bitok with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Bitok! Bobbert dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobert Bobbert!
A very excited looking Bobert Bobbert made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 01, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bitok.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
Buktot moves out of range of the body kick.
A quick step to the side and Buktot tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Buktot shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Buktot's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Buktot gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bitok to score an easy takedown into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Buktot has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Buktot has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bitok's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Buktot utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Buktot wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bitok.
Buktot closes the distance and clinches up with Bitok, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes Bitok against the cage but Bitok circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T3#
Buktot fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Buktot drives through with a takedown into Bitok's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T4#
Buktot trying to control but Bitok is working from the bottom.
Bitok controlling Buktot's posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Buktot stuffs the takedown attempt from Bitok. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.
Bitok tries to score a power double leg takedown but Buktot sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bitok somewhat.
Buktot throws a quick counter head kick but Bitok was just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Buktot napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T1#
Buktot is trying to control Bitok's posture but Bitok avoids it.
Buktot being controlled for a moment.
Buktot can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bitok wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Bitok is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Buktot attempts a counter takedown but Bitok avoids it well and moves away.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Bitok leaves Buktot with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Buktot did well to prevent Bitok getting side control.#T4#
Buktot holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Buktot has a hand on Bitok's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Bitok takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Bitok controlling the pace for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buktot wants it to stay on the feet.
Bitok stuffs the takedown attempt from Buktot. Buktot gets slowly back to his feet.
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot.
Bitok flicks out a counter leg kick but Buktot steps away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buktot wants it to stay on the feet.#T1##TD#
Buktot scores with a takedown into Bitok's guard.
Bitok pulls Buktot in to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok being controlled here, momentarily.
Buktot'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.#T2#
Bitok seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bitok holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Buktot will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok fails with the takedown
and Buktot counters with a three punch combo that has Bitok backing up. Bitok nods at Buktot to acknowledge the strikes.#T4##TD#
Buktot shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bitok desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Buktot is working away from the top position though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 24, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot shoots in looking for a takedown but Bitok manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buktot's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bitok counters with a body kick.#TD#
Buktot shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bitok is trying to defend but Buktot finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Bitok is concentrating on defense, preventing Buktot from advancing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is thwarting Bitok's attempts to control the position.
Bitok is doing well to control the position and prevent Buktot from advancing to side control.#T1#
Buktot stalling.
Bitok tries to get to full guard but Buktot has control of the leg.
Buktot controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Buktot is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buktot sprawls well. Buktot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bitok napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Bitok is trying to control Buktot's posture but Buktot avoids it.
Buktot tries to stand but Bitok is controlling his head.
Bitok is looking to reverse the position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Buktot is staying tight to Bitok's torso, preventing him from escaping.
I wouldn't like to be where Bitok is right now.
Bitok can't do much from the bottom here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot in side control, just content to control the action for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Bitok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Buktot defends well and Bitok ends up having to push Buktot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Buktot is looking to counter with a body kick.
Buktot has a takedown stuffed.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
Buktot fails to land the takedown.
Bitok is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Buktot with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok shoots for a double leg takedown but Buktot sprawls well. He's pushed Bitok's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.#T1#
Buktot misses with a takedown
and Bitok counters with a solid body kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Buktot.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T2#
Bitok stalling.
Buktot controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T3#
Bitok throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bitok sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Buktot defending well though.
Buktot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Buktot controlling the position for now.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#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.
Buktot stuffs the takedown.
Buktot appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Buktot changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bitok tries to avoid it but Buktot manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bitok to the ground. Bitok escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bitok defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buktot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Buktot quickly recovers to half guard.
Bitok stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Buktot or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buktot moves out of range as Bitok throws a body kick.
Buktot thinks about countering with a head kick.
No luck for Bitok with that takedown attempt.
Buktot tries to counter with a takedown but Bitok is quick to defend against it.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Buktot's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bitok misses with a body kick.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Buktot fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bitok doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T3##TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Buktot is thwarting Bitok's attempts to control the position.
Buktot keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4#
Bitok holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Buktot is controlling the pace.
Buktot looks to score some points with some ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Buktot 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 17, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Horrible takedown attempt by Buktot or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Buktot tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bitok defends well and Buktot ends up having to push Bitok into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Buktot wants to take the fight to the mat but Bitok manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buktot is working for takedown but Bitok is calmly controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bitok lands a takedown into guard.
Buktot is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bitok is controlling him. #T1#
Bitok postures up.
Bitok looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Buktot has his hands on Bitok's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Bitok got a little sloppy there for a moment and Buktot has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bitok has managed to get both his arms back between Buktot's legs - danger averted.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Buktot stuffs the takedown attempt from Bitok. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.
Buktot swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD2#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into Buktot's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Bitok controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Bitok being controlled here momentarily.
Bitok controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot wants to stand up but Bitok is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Buktot, which made it look bad.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Buktot fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Buktot gets a takedown into half guard.#T1#
Buktot seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bitok 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.
Bitok keeping hold of Buktot's head, controlling as best he can.
Bitok trying to hold on to Buktot's head to control him but Buktot postures up. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Bitok flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Buktot sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Bitok is looking to control Buktot's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bitok avoid being mounted?
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
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.
Buktot prevents Bitok from improving his position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Buktot shoots in for a double leg but Bitok sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Buktot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buktot wants it to stay on the feet.
Buktot changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Buktot controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Kulata Bitok has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Buktot trying to control from the bottom.
Bitok trying to control the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot keeping hold of Bitok's head, controlling as best he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Dawindi Buktot will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Buktot - that will leave a mark! #TD#
Buktot closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1#
Bitok is trying to control but can't.
Bitok holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Buktot takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Buktot counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bitok won't be happy with that. #T2#
Bitok misses with a strike from the bottom.
Buktot in side control, throwing shots but Bitok defends.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot postures up.
Bitok wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.#T3#
Buktot controls the position.
Buktot is looking to take a break and control but Bitok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Buktot avoids the head kick by Bitok.
Buktot with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bitok counters with a one-two to the body. #T4#
Bitok fails with the takedown
and Buktot counters with a nice body shot.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buktot sprawls well. Buktot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.
Buktot is looking for a counter combo.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Buktot 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 10, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buktot circles away.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bitok showed some decent athleticism there.
Buktot strikes from the bottom but Bitok passes into mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot tries to hold on but Bitok postures up.
Bitok controlling his opponent. #T1#
Buktot tries to hold on but Bitok postures up.
Buktot tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bitok trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bitok controlling the pace for now. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot tries to lock up and control but Bitok gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Buktot is wriggling around trying to escape.
Bitok tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
Buktot is desperately trying to improve his position but Bitok has a good base and remains in mount.
Bitok controlling from the full mount.
Buktot tries to lock up and control but Bitok gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bitok throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buktot wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Bitok.
Bitok controlling the pace for now.
Buktot wants to hold on but Bitok pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Buktot darts in looking for a takedown but Bitok gets double underhooks and turns Buktot into the cage.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.#TD2#
Bitok pulls guard.
Bitok controlling the position.
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.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok is trying to control the position but Buktot postures up.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Bitok trying to control the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
It looked like Buktot was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Bitok decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Buktot is doing well to control the position and prevent Bitok from advancing to side control.
Buktot has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bitok in particular looking to stall.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Buktot's head.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Bitok shoots in and bounces Buktot off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Buktot looking for a sweep. Not yet Buktot, not yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bitok was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Buktot is holding Bitok down, trying to stall.
Bitok happy to just control the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#SUB2#
Bitok goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Buktot rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Bitok's guard! Nice work there by Buktot! #T2#
Buktot sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
Kulata Bitok has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Buktot fails with the takedown
and Bitok counters with a body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bitok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 03, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Buktot shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Bitok's guard.
Buktot seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Bitok has his hands on Buktot's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Buktot controlling from the top position.
Buktot seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bitok for as long as he can get away with.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Buktot is fighting to break Bitok's control of his arms but Bitok is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to avoid it but Bitok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Buktot to the ground. Buktot escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Buktot leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Buktot throws a head kick but Bitok moves out of range.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.#T3#
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Buktot looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bitok is fending him off so far but Buktot persists. Nope, Bitok circles away and we're back to standing.
Buktot displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bitok.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bitok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to avoid it but Bitok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Buktot to the ground. Buktot escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Buktot is looking to counter with a body kick.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Buktot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buktot wants it to stay on the feet.
Buktot fires out a quick counter leg kick but Bitok just manages to avoid it.
Buktot fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
As Bitok looks to move away, Buktot throws a big counter combo but Bitok just gets out of the way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Bitok scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?
Buktot misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Buktot wants to get back to full guard.
Buktot trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bitok seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Buktot does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T1#
Buktot controlling the position well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bitok.
Buktot shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bitok shoots and misses
and Buktot counters with a big head kick but Bitok shrugs it off.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Buktot's guard.
Bitok slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T3#
Buktot wants to stand but Bitok is controlling the position.
Bitok controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Buktot wants to sweep here but Bitok controlling him for the moment.
Buktot manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bitok manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##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.
Buktot content to stall in guard here.
Bitok striking off his back but it's not causing Buktot any problems.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Buktot's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
As Buktot backs off Bitok throws a huge counter combo but Buktot manages to avoid it all.#TD#
Buktot dives in and scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.
Buktot looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok is pulling down on Buktot's head. It's preventing any offense from Buktot, at least for the moment.
Buktot controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Buktot missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Buktot has a takedown stuffed.#T3#
Buktot fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck for Bitok with that takedown attempt.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bitok napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Buktot working away.
What's Bitok going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot trying to control the position but Bitok is working away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Buktot 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 27, 2023
#R1#
Bitok takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Garcia scores with a body shot.
Garcia lands with a nice combination. Bitok backs away looking to recover.
Garcia lands a really nice looking cross but Bitok seems unphased. #ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
Bitok walks into a straight right hand from Garcia.
Oh Bitok is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Garcia cracks Bitok on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Bitok falls backwards against the cage. Garcia follows up with more strikes that drop Bitok to his knees. Garcia keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Bitok! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leonardo Pancho Garcia!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 20, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Bitok manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Amiga on his heels. He'll look to pass Amiga's guard now, I'm sure.
Bitok's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Amiga has his hands on Bitok's head, controlling the position.
Bitok is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Bitok controlling from the top position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Amiga is pulling down on Bitok's head. It's preventing any offense from Bitok, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Amiga replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bitok blocks it well.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Bitok.
Bitok takes a little break here. Amiga wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Amiga striking from the bottom but nothing landed. #T3#
Amiga struggling a bit here.
Bitok controlling the position from side mount.
Amiga tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bitok wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok trying to control the position but Amiga is working away. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Amiga fails to land the takedown.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nice takedown defense from Bitok. No joy for Amiga on that attempt.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Bitok scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Amiga wants to control but Bitok postures up.
Amiga tries to bench press Bitok off him but Bitok keeps the position.
Who's going to make the next move?
You can see the frustration on Amiga's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok slows the pace down. #T1#
Amiga holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bitok wants to lay and pray for a moment but Amiga keeps working. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bitok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Amiga defends well and Bitok ends up having to push Amiga into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bitok prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD#
Bitok lands a nice trip takedown into half guard. #T2#
Bitok is trying to control. Amiga wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bitok is taking a breather. Amiga says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Amiga controlling the position for now.#T3#
Amiga is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Amiga avoid being mounted?
Bitok is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bitok shoots for a double leg takedown but Amiga sprawls well. He's pushed Bitok's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Amiga with the counter takedown but Bitok avoids it easily.
Bitok shoots for a double leg takedown but Amiga sprawls well. He's pushed Bitok's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Amiga has a takedown stuffed.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into Amiga's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Amiga counters with a body kick.
Bitok moves out of range as Amiga throws a body kick.
Amiga shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok shoots in but Amiga avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And Amiga responds with a good body kick, but Bitok manages to step out the way in time.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Amiga replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bitok blocks it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Amiga fails with a takedown attempt. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Horrible takedown attempt by Amiga or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad.
Bitok thinks about countering with a head kick.
Amiga shoots in looking for a takedown. Bitok tries to sprawl out of it but Amiga keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bitok manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Amiga throws the kick towards the body but Bitok avoids it.
Bitok lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Amiga fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Amiga counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bitok thinking.
Tapad Amiga has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok 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!#TD#
Bitok feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bitok, 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 13, 2023
#R1##CL2#
Sirah has Bitok up against the cage in a clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sirah has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Sirah pushes Bitok back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sirah lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bitok backwards.
Sirah scores with a shoulder strike.
Sirah lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sirah lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bitok backwards.
Sirah lands an elbow just above Bitok 's eye.
A short uppercut from Sirah.
Sirah lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bitok's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sirah lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sirah lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sirah lands with a right to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sirah creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Sirah lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bitok backwards.
Sirah lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bitok.
Sirah lands a left hand.
Sirah lands an elbow that stopped Bitok in his tracks for a moment. #TD2#
Sirah has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bitok regains guard immediately.
Sirah sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like Sirah might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T2#
Bitok utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sirah passes into half guard.
Bitok is breathing heavily.
Sirah is looking to advance position but Bitok won't allow it.
Sirah passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Bitok!
Sirah controlling from the full mount.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Sirah quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Sirah but it's paid off an Bitok is forced to tap! Nice work by Sirah.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pete Sirah!
A relieved looking Pete Sirah thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 08, 2023
#R1#
Morningstar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Morningstar throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Morningstar blocks it.
Bitok drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Morningstar throws an off balance right hand
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Bitok slips under a jab from Morningstar.
Bitok appears to be looking for a big counter.
Morningstar scores with a jab to the body.
Morningstar throws a right hand that misses
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick.
Morningstar throws a head kick that misses #CL#
and Bitok counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Morningstar tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bitok just stands there and leans against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Bitok wants the takedown. Morningstar is fighting it off but Bitok persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Morningstar's guard against the cage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morningstar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Morningstar is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Morningstar tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bitok is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Morningstar wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Bitok is now in half guard. #SUB#
Bitok is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Morningstar is just riding it out for now. Bitok eventually gives up the hold.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Morningstar is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bitok there as he acknowledges the shot.#T3#
Morningstar throws a poor cross that misses
and Bitok counters with a nice kick to the body.
Morningstar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Morningstar throws a jab when Bitok was well out of range.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bitok has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Some wild striking there from Morningstar.
Morningstar throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Bitok counters by clinching up. #TD#
Bitok has Morningstar pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Bitok pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Morningstar tumbling to the mat - Bitok dives into Morningstar's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok advances position into side control!#T4#
Bitok is looking to take a break and control but Morningstar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Morningstar is trying to improve his position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morningstar can't do much from the bottom here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Morningstar tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bitok wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
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 Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Bitok has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bitok there as he acknowledges the shot.
Morningstar throws a head kick that misses.
Morningstar swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Bitok counters with a nice double leg into side control. Morningstar won't be happy with that.
Bitok controlling the position.
Morningstar tries to buck Bitok off but Bitok is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok working away.
Morningstar might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bitok haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Bitok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Morningstar on the ground.
Bitok takes a little break here. Morningstar wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T1#
Morningstar is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Bitok is controlling him well.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Morningstar throws a lazy head kick
and Bitok counters with a nice low kick that buckles Morningstar's knee momentarily.#TD#
Bitok gets a takedown into half guard.
Morningstar tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Bitok manages to move to mount!
Morningstar is breathing heavily.
Bitok tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Morningstar tries to reverse the position but Bitok maintains control.
Morningstar wants to hold on but Bitok pushes him away.
Morningstar is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kulata Bitok overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bitok controlling the position easily from mount.
Bitok postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Morningstar looks a forlorn figure. #T3#
Bitok lands a heavy elbow.
Morningstar wants to control but Bitok is having none of it.
Bitok controlling from the full mount.
Morningstar is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok controlling the pace for now.
Morningstar is trying to stand.
Bitok looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Morningstar blocking the ground and pound.
Morningstar is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Morningstar tries to hold on but Bitok postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok ducks right into an uppercut from Morningstar.
Morningstar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bitok moves away.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Morningstar throws a shot from downtown. Bitok moves away and avoids it.
Bitok gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Morningstar missing with a left hand there. Bitok was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Morningstar swings widly with a right hand
and Bitok counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Morningstar misses with an uppercut
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morningstar throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Bitok counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Morningstar is looking for a sweep. Bitok is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Morningstar takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Morningstar is trying to stand.
Morningstar keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Morningstar is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Bitok jumps into side control!
The referee asks Bitok politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Bitok prefers to stall for the moment though.
Morningstar struggling a bit here.
Bitok content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice body punch from Morningstar.
Bitok on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Morningstar throws a jab but it's blocked by Bitok.
Bitok is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
Morningstar misses with a head kick.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Morningstar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bitok counters with a body kick.
Morningstar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bitok finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Morningstar takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Nice body punch from Morningstar.
Morningstar swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bitok makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Morningstar really felt that one!
Bitok swings for the body but Morningstar moves out of range.
Morningstar throws a nice looking combination but Bitok bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It looked like Bitok was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bitok has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Morningstar finds it's way round the side to connect with Bitok's head.
Ryder Morningstar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bitok ducks under a wild hook from Morningstar.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Ryder Morningstar seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bitok blocks a head kick by Morningstar.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Ryder Morningstar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Morningstar misses with a jab to the body
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Morningstar tries a head kick but it misses. #TD#
Morningstar gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bitok to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bitok not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Morningstar is trying to hold Bitok in close to prevent damage but Bitok has managed to pass into half guard.
Ryder Morningstar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Kulata Bitok.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bitok, 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 31, 2023
#R1#
Gracie Jr tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bitok swivels and escapes.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Gracie Jr fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#TD2#
Gracie Jr gets the takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Gracie Jr has an Americana. Bitok didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Gracie Jr is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Gracie Jr hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Neymar Gracie Jr!
Neymar Gracie Jr opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 23, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok has his takedown stuffed
and Buktot counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bitok thinking.
Buktot pushes Bitok away with a front kick.#TD2#
Bitok scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is trying to maintain the position but Bitok is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok is trying to control. Buktot wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Buktot keeping hold of Bitok's head, controlling as best he can.
Bitok sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Buktot defending well though.
Bitok missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bitok takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Buktot tries to get to full guard but Bitok has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Nice takedown defense from Bitok. No joy for Buktot on that attempt.
Bitok raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#TD2#
Bitok decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T3#
Bitok is controlling the pace.
Buktot keeping hold of Bitok's head, controlling as best he can.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bitok in particular looking to stall.#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.
Bitok is looking to take a break and control but Buktot is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Buktot preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok sitting and controlling from the half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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##TD#
Buktot closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Buktot lands in his opponent's guard.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T1#
Bitok looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Buktot stays in close to Bitok's body and controls the position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Buktot being controlled here momentarily.
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.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Buktot defends well and Bitok ends up having to push Buktot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T3#
Buktot shoots for a takedown but Bitok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Buktot was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Buktot is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot postures up.#T4#
Bitok is being controlled here. #SUB#
Buktot swings around for an armbar but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Buktot's guard.
Bitok preventing the sweep.
Buktot has his hands on Bitok's head, controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A head kick misses from Bitok.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bitok as he jumps to the side.
Bitok looks for the body kick but Buktot saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot looks for a takedown but Bitok sprawls well.#T1#
Buktot stuffs the takedown attempt from Bitok. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.
A solid body kick from Bitok.
Bitok is looking to land body kicks.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot dives in for a single leg takedown but Bitok sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Buktot fights it off and pushes away nicely. #TD#
Buktot feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Kulata Bitok has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully.
Bitok 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.
Bitok seems keen to control Buktot's posture.
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dawindi Buktot.
I think Buktot 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 16, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bitok is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Buktot shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Buktot throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bitok tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Buktot is in Bitok's guard.#T1#
Buktot showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bitok wants to sweep here but Buktot controlling him for the moment.
Buktot is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Buktot trying to control but Bitok is working from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB2#
Bitok is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Buktot defends it well.
Buktot desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T3#
Bitok content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Bitok throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bitok stalling. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bitok wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in and gets a takedown into Buktot's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD#
Buktot feints and as Bitok raises his hands in defense, Buktot changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Buktot content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Buktot is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Bitok has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Buktot is looking to defend but Bitok has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Buktot! Bitok pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Buktot taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 09, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Buktot manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bitok on his heels. He'll look to pass Bitok's guard now, I'm sure.
Bitok wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bitok is trying to keep Buktot in close.
Buktot's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok is trying to control the position but Buktot postures up.
Bitok has control of Buktot's left arm, preventing Buktot from doing any damage. #T1#
Buktot postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt
and Buktot counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Bitok shoots for a double leg takedown but Buktot sprawls well. He's pushed Bitok's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Buktot pinned against the cage. Buktot gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T2#
Bitok fails with the takedown.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.#TD#
Buktot looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T3#
Bitok wants to get back to full guard.
Bitok trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
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.
Buktot controlling his opponent.
Buktot landing strikes from the mount.#T4#
Bitok is wriggling around trying to escape.
Bitok in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Buktot controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot trying to control but Bitok is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
That's time! Buktot's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Buktot shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
Bitok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Buktot defends well and Bitok ends up having to push Buktot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
As Bitok backs away, Buktot returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot circles away easily
and Buktot counters with an outside leg kick. #T1##TD#
Buktot is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bitok's half guard.
Buktot controlling the pace.
Buktot throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Bitok to regain full guard.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
Bitok trying to control the position here.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bitok seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bitok.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Buktot closes the distance and clinches up with Bitok, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes Bitok against the cage but Bitok circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Buktot's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bitok looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#TD#
Buktot dives in and scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Buktot defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bitok.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt - Bitok sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bitok shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Buktot defends it nicely.
It looked like Buktot wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Buktot gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Buktot looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there. #T2#
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok throws a big right hand that misses.
Buktot looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to his closed guard and prevents Bitok from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD#
Buktot scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Buktot happy to just control the position for now.
Dawindi Buktot overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bitok tries to buck Buktot off but Buktot is having none of it.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot 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!
Buktot tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Buktot 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 02, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#CL#
Buktot moves into range and clinches up with Bitok.#TD2#
Bitok has clasped his hands together around Buktot's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Bitok trying to control the action but Buktot is working from the bottom.
Bitok working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot manages to get back to half guard.#T1#
Buktot tries to get to full guard but Bitok has control of the leg.
Buktot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.
Buktot wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Buktot has his takedown stuffed
and Bitok counters with a one-two to the body. #T2##TD#
Bitok gets caught napping as Buktot dives in and scores a takedown. Bitok manages to retain guard.
Bitok has control of Buktot's left arm, preventing Buktot from doing any damage.
Buktot prevents Bitok from getting back to his feet. #T3#
Bitok is pulling down on Buktot's head. It's preventing any offense from Buktot, at least for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#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.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bitok but Bitok pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Buktot enables Bitok to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Buktot manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
Buktot closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.#T1#
Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok circles away easily
and Bitok counters with a nice body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buktot with a poor takedown
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Buktot quickly recovers to half guard.
Bitok sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Buktot defending well though. #T2#
Bitok is controlling the pace. #T3#
Buktot blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bitok.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Buktot keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt - Buktot sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Buktot keeps Bitok at a distance using the push kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok leaves Buktot with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from Bitok misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bitok slaps away a takedown attempt from Buktot, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Buktot tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bitok sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buktot somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bitok counters with a head kick. That will keep Buktot thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Bitok stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bitok wants it to stay on the feet.
Bitok counters with a body kick.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Buktot controlling the position well. #T3#
Bitok is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Buktot moves into full guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bitok napping and manages to drive through into side control!

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bitok 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 25, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buktot as he avoids it easily.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bitok fails to land the takedown.#TD2#
Bitok dives in and scores a takedown into Buktot's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is striking from the bottom but Bitok uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Buktot is looking to improve his position.
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.#T1#
Buktot is positioning himself well to prevent Bitok advancing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, if Bitok is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot desperately trying to maintain half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Bitok perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Bitok. #T3#
Bitok staying calm.
Bitok working the strikes but Buktot uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Bitok content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Bitok is thwarting Buktot's attempts to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Bitok drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Bitok is fighting to break Buktot's control of his arms but Buktot is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Buktot trying to keep a closed guard but Bitok is proving a slippery customer.
Bitok slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Bitok is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Buktot wants to sweep here but Bitok controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot circles away easily
and Buktot counters with a solid body kick.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Bitok shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Buktot defends it nicely.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Buktot doesn't succeed with the takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buktot swivels and escapes.
Buktot tries to counter with a takedown but Bitok is quick to defend against it.
Bitok tries to score a power double leg takedown but Buktot sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bitok somewhat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bitok defends it nicely.
Bitok dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bitok looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Bitok has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Buktot is proving hard to escape from.
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Buktot preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok trying to control the position from guard on top but Buktot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Buktot is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bitok controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok slaps away a takedown attempt from Buktot, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bitok let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T3#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok avoids the head kick by Buktot.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught napping as Bitok dives in and scores a takedown. Buktot manages to retain guard.
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok trying to control but Buktot is working from the bottom. #T4#
Bitok content to stall in guard here.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Buktot is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bitok is controlling him.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bitok winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 18, 2023
#R1##CL2#
Hoodwell clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Hoodwell manages to break the clinch.
Hoodwell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bitok moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hoodwell leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hoodwell misses with a combination
and Bitok counters with a solid body kick. #CL2#
Hoodwell rushes Bitok and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Hoodwell's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hoodwell fails with a takedown attempt.
Hoodwell looks winded!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Hoodwell as Bitok shoots in.
Bitok avoids a punch combination nicely.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Hoodwell blocks it.#T1#
Hoodwell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hoodwell looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Hoodwell avoids it.
Bitok pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL2#
Hoodwell pushes Bitok up against the cage in a clinch.
Bitok is trying to drag Hoodwell to the mat but Hoodwell just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hoodwell prevents the takedown attempt.
Bitok is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hoodwell is defending well.#BC2#
Hoodwell manages to break the clinch.
Hoodwell looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2##CL2#
Hoodwell fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bitok, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Hoodwell lands a takedown into guard.
Bitok controls Hoodwell momentarily but Hoodwell frees himself.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoodwell accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hoodwell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hoodwell is looking to work some ground and pound but Bitok has wrist control.
Hoodwell controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Hoodwell postures up.
Hoodwell sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown but Hoodwell manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bitok's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
KJ Hoodwell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Hoodwell closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Hoodwell's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bitok shoots in but no luck this time.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Hoodwell!
Bitok tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Hoodwell pushes Bitok up against the cage in a clinch.
Hoodwell wants a takedown but no success here. #T4##TD2#
Hoodwell manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok sitting in guard, not really doing much.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hoodwell is on top in guard. #REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bitok preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KJ Hoodwell dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bitok slips a jab and a cross from Hoodwell.
Hoodwell misses with a series of wild punches.
Bitok blocks a head kick by Hoodwell.
Bitok attempts a counter takedown but Hoodwell avoids it well and moves away.
A head kick misses from Hoodwell.
KJ Hoodwell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hoodwell looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.#CL2#
Bitok gets tackled into the cage by Hoodwell. Hoodwell maintains the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoodwell has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bitok after a bit of a struggle.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Hoodwell.
Hoodwell is breathing heavily.
Hoodwell lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bitok backwards. #T1##BC2#
Hoodwell breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Hoodwell gets a clinch.
Bitok is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hoodwell gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bitok is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Hoodwell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hoodwell fails with a takedown attempt.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.#CL2#
Hoodwell closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T2##BC2#
Hoodwell's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hoodwell throws a nice looking combination but Bitok bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hoodwell scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #TD#
Bitok shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hoodwell's guard.
Hoodwell is looking to stand back up but Bitok counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Hoodwell.
This has been an exciting period of action!#REVB#
Bitok stops Hoodwell from getting back to his feet.
Hoodwell throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Hoodwell is looking to escape.#T3#
Hoodwell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hoodwell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bitok trying to control from half guard but Hoodwell is working away.
Hoodwell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Bitok wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hoodwell keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
Nice takedown defense from Bitok. No joy for Hoodwell on that attempt.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of KJ Hoodwell.#CL2#
Bitok tries to keep at a distance but Hoodwell has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hoodwell with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #TD2#
Hoodwell jumps guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bitok content to stall in guard here.
Bitok wants to control from the top but Hoodwell keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KJ Hoodwell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown but Hoodwell manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bitok's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Hoodwell moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Hoodwell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A bone on bone clash there as Bitok blocks the leg kick.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.#CL2#
Hoodwell has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hoodwell lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Hoodwell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bitok is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hoodwell takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##TD2#
Hoodwell drags the fight down to the ground.
Bitok slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hoodwell working a defensive guard here.
Hoodwell wants to stand and escape but Bitok is having none of it.
Bitok content to stall in guard here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hoodwell can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hoodwell wants to sweep here but Bitok controlling him for the moment.
Hoodwell looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Bitok wants to control from the top but Hoodwell keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL2#
Hoodwell moves into range and clinches up with Bitok.
Bitok is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hoodwell is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hoodwell is looking for a takedown.
A short left from Hoodwell. #TD#
Bitok gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES2#
Hoodwell pushes Bitok off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL2#
Bitok tries to keep at a distance but Hoodwell has taken the fight into the clinch.#T4##TD2#
Hoodwell jumps into guard, dragging Bitok to the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hoodwell wants to get back to his feet but Bitok is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok stays in close to Hoodwell's body and controls the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
KJ Hoodwell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hoodwell has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... KJ Hoodwell!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 11, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bitok was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Bitok working the strikes but Buktot uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Bitok is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Buktot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Buktot keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T1#
Bitok seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Buktot counters with a takedown into side control.
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.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok is keeping him busy.
Bitok is letting Buktot control him for a moment.
Buktot working the ground and pound but Bitok is defending the strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
A lull in the action here as Buktot stalls from top position.
Buktot'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.
Bitok is trying to control Buktot's posture but Buktot avoids it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok tries to clinch there but Buktot circles away. #TD#
Buktot gets the takedown into side control.
Bitok struggling a bit here.
Buktot tries to stand but Bitok is controlling his head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot is looking to take a break and control but Bitok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot 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#
Buktot avoids a kick to the body.
Buktot is looking to counter with a body kick.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bitok to the mat! Bitok manages to get full guard.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buktot's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok is adopting a defensive guard.#T1#
Bitok wants to hit a sweep here but Buktot passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bitok there!
Buktot takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok tries to lock up and control but Buktot gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bitok is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Buktot is staying active.
Buktot controlling his opponent.
Buktot landing shots from mount. #T3#
Bitok tries to hold on but Buktot postures up.
Bitok regains half guard.
Buktot keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Buktot is trying to control the action in half guard but Bitok is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Buktot, which made it look bad.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt
and Buktot counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Buktot shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bitok is trying to defend but Buktot finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok has a takedown stuffed.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bitok shoots in and drives through. Buktot sprawls well.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#CL#
Buktot has managed to clinch. #T1#
Bitok changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Buktot fights it off and pushes away nicely. #TD#
Buktot shoots in and bounces Bitok off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Bitok controls Buktot momentarily but Buktot frees himself. #T2#
Buktot controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bitok trying to keep a closed guard but Buktot is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Bitok wants to sweep here but Buktot controlling him for the moment.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bitok controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
Bitok dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Bitok drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Buktot 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 04, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok fails with the takedown.
Mibangon flicks out a counter leg kick but Bitok steps away.
Mibangon shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Mibangon gets caught flat footed, as Bitok shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Mibangon holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Mibangon looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Mibangon controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mibangon pinned against the cage. Mibangon gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Mibangon is trying to counter with his kicks.#TD2#
Mibangon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bitok is trying to defend but Mibangon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T3#
Bitok is refusing to be controlled, as Mibangon sits in half guard.
Bitok is controlling Mibangon's trapped leg to prevent Mibangon from advancing to side control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mibangon content to control rather than advance.
Bitok wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok trying to control here.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
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 Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up with Mibangon, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes Mibangon against the cage but Mibangon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. 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.
Bitok leaves Mibangon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Mibangon blocks it.#T1#
Bitok throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mibangon is looking for the big counter here.
Mibangon misses with a takedown #TD#
and Bitok counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mibangon!
Bitok controlling the position.
Mibangon is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T2#
Let's hope that Mibangon has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Mibangon can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Bitok in side control, just content to control the action for now.
You can see the frustration on Mibangon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#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.
Bitok fails to land a wild elbow strike. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mibangon stuffs the takedown.
Mibangon follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Bitok is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mibangon can do to turn this around?
Mibangon shoots in for a double leg but Bitok sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Mibangon blocks it.#TD2#
Mibangon drives through with a takedown into Bitok's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Mibangon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bitok dives in for a single leg takedown but Mibangon sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Bitok has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Mibangon regains guard immediately.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mibangon trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Bitok trying to control but Mibangon is working from the bottom.
Mibangon tries to strike from the bottom.
Bitok is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Mibangon pulls Bitok in close to his closed guard and prevents Bitok from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Mibangon shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bitok sprawls well. Bitok wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mibangon gets slowly back to his feet.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T3#
Bitok leaves Mibangon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon.
Bitok slaps away a takedown attempt from Mibangon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A counter left hand to the body from Bitok misses its target.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
No luck for Bitok with that takedown attempt.
Mibangon follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Minatay Mibangon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok 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!
Mibangon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bitok, 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 28, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok tries to sprawl but Mibangon drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Mibangon is thwarting Bitok's attempts to control the position.
Mibangon perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
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.
Bitok controlling the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Still in half guard, Mibangon seems content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok is trying is best to control the position here.
Mibangon missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Mibangon is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T1##TD#
Bitok scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
You can see the frustration on Mibangon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Mibangon tries to bench press Bitok off him but Bitok keeps the position.
The strikes coming from Bitok are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T2#
Bitok controls the position.
Who's going to make the next move?
Bitok postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Bitok is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mibangon will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Mibangon sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Mibangon fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T3#
Mibangon shoots in and drives through. Bitok sprawls well.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Bitok throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Mibangon counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt - Mibangon sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mibangon raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mibangon goes for a double leg but Bitok avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bitok continues to drive forward.
A counter left hand to the body from Bitok misses its target.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon.#TD#
Bitok fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Mibangon to the ground. Bitok is now in Mibangon's guard.
Mibangon trying to control the position here.
Bitok looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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##TD#
Mibangon gets caught flat footed, as Bitok shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mibangon 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.
Mibangon controlling Bitok's posture. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mibangon is on top in guard. #REVB#
Mibangon sitting in guard here, content to control.
Let's hope that Mibangon has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Mibangon being controlled here momentarily.
Bitok can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mibangon controls the pace.
Bitok has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T3#
Mibangon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Mibangon replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bitok blocks it well.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mibangon shoots for a takedown but Bitok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Mibangon avoids it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Mibangon, which made it look bad.
Mibangon follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Minatay Mibangon will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Mibangon shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bitok sprawls well. Bitok wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mibangon gets slowly back to his feet.
As Mibangon looks to move away, Bitok throws a big counter combo but Mibangon just gets out of the way.
Nice sprawl there from Bitok as Mibangon shoots in.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Mibangon avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mibangon shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Mibangon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mibangon.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.#T1##TD2#
Mibangon looking to score a takedown here. Bitok is defending well but Mibangon drives through and ends up in Bitok's guard.
Bitok looking for a sweep. Not yet Bitok, not yet.
Bitok is adopting a defensive guard.#T2#
Mibangon showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Mibangon won't allow Bitok to sweep him here. #T3#
Mibangon slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok has a takedown stuffed.
Mibangon thinks about the counter body kick.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok leaves Mibangon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Mibangon keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Mibangon counters with a body kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok darts in looking for a takedown but Mibangon gets double underhooks and turns Bitok into the cage.
Mibangon doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bitok wants a takedown.

And that's the end of the fight!
Minatay Mibangon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Mibangon has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 21, 2023
#R1##KD2#
Tua Cara lands a left and a right that send Bitok crashing to the mat, dazed. Tua Cara thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Bitok is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Kulata Bitok has been cut.
Bitok is holding his hands too far apart here. Tua Cara throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Bitok is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Quebro Tua Cara!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 14, 2023
#R1#
Bitok needs to keep his hands up - Tua Cara had a free shot at his head there.
Tua Cara connects with a nice looking jab. #KD2#
Tua Cara lands a big uppercut and Bitok crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Bitok looks OK. Tua Cara waves Bitok back to his feet!#ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bitok is starting to get sloppy and is letting his hands down. Tua Cara just took advantage and landed a stinging jab. Oh! Now a right hook, right on the button! Bitok has gone limp and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Quebro Tua Cara!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 08, 2023
#R1##TD2#
Princip fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bitok to the ground. Princip is now in Bitok's guard.#SUB2#
Princip drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Bitok manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Princip has Bitok in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Princip is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Princip is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Princip is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bitok is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Princip pushes a forearm under Bitok's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Bitok is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Louis Princip!
An out of breath Louis Princip thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 30, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bitok defends it nicely.#TD#
Buktot looking to score a takedown here. Bitok is defending well but Buktot drives through and ends up in Bitok's guard.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
Bitok being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully.
Buktot preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Buktot taking a break here but Bitok is having none of it and regains half guard.
Bitok keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T3#
Buktot looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Buktot has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Buktot tries to pass to full mount but Bitok defends it. #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.
Bitok tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Buktot has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Buktot wants to control the pace but Bitok is squirming around nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Bitok stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Buktot lands in his opponent's guard.
Buktot not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bitok for as long as he can get away with.
Bitok 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.#T1#
Bitok seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Buktot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok dives in and scores a takedown into Buktot's guard.
Bitok stays in close to Buktot's body and controls the position.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?#T3#
Bitok postures up.
Bitok is fighting to break Buktot's control of his arms but Buktot is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#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.
Bitok slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok looks to throw a body kick
and Buktot counters with a left and a right that stings Bitok.
Buktot shoots in and drives through. Bitok sprawls well.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Buktot gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bitok to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Buktot wants to stand but Bitok is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buktot circles away.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Buktot misses with a body kick.
Nice takedown defense from Bitok. No joy for Buktot on that attempt.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Buktot tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bitok sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buktot somewhat.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt
and Buktot counters with a nice kick to the body.
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot.
Bitok is looking for the big counter here.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok fails to land the takedown.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Buktot has a takedown stuffed.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bitok is defended easily by Buktot.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T3#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Buktot as he jumps to the side.
A counter left hand to the body from Buktot misses its target.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl out of it but Bitok keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buktot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Buktot shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bitok raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Buktot 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 23, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Buktot can't do much from the bottom here.
Bitok postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lull in the action here as Bitok stalls from top position.
Buktot tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Buktot is trying to escape the position but Bitok is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bitok tries to avoid it but Buktot manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bitok to the ground. Bitok escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Buktot will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Buktot fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.
Bitok lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#TD2#
Bitok scores with a takedown into Buktot's guard.#T3#
Buktot is trying to control the position but Bitok postures up.
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
It looks like Bitok might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself.
Buktot seems keen to control Bitok's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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#
Buktot stuffs the takedown attempt from Bitok. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Buktot will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bitok throws a big counter head kick but Buktot avoids it with no problem.
Bitok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to avoid it but Bitok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Buktot to the ground. Buktot escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Buktot defends well and Bitok ends up having to push Buktot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Nice takedown defense from Buktot. No joy for Bitok on that attempt. #T1#
No luck for Buktot with that takedown attempt.
Bitok wants to counter the offense by Buktot and move into the clinch position.
Bitok fails to land the takedown.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#TD#
Buktot fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bitok to the ground. Buktot is now in Bitok's guard.#T2#
Buktot controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Buktot'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.
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.
Bitok is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
Buktot engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
Buktot controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#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.#TD2#
Bitok scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bitok is controlling the pace.
Buktot is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot 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##TD#
Buktot looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Buktot throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok tries to get to full guard but Buktot has control of the leg.
Bitok has a hand on Buktot's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Buktot takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#T1#
Bitok takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Buktot avoids the attempt from Bitok to control.
Buktot looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bitok really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Buktot tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bitok tries to hold on but Buktot pushes him away. #T3#
Bitok sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Buktot trying to control the action but Bitok is working from the bottom.
Bitok is trying to maintain the position but Buktot is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Buktot tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bitok defends well and Buktot ends up having to push Bitok into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok is pressed up against the cage. Buktot has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bitok down to the mat. Bitok avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD2#
Bitok shoots in and gets a takedown into Buktot's guard.
Bitok's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Buktot 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 16, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Bitok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Midget actively working from the bottom here.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Midget has eaten all the pies!#SUB2#
Midget looking for a kimura from the bottom but Bitok passes into side control!
Midget is looking for a sweep.
Bitok will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SU#
Bitok stands up.
Midget looks winded!#TD#
Bitok shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Midget manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Midget throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bitok escapes and throws Midget's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T1#
Midget is letting Bitok control him for a moment.
Bitok seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Midget for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bitok creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Bitok slows the pace down.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok continues to stall.#T3#
Midget felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Midget wants to control but Bitok postures up.
Bitok just content to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Bitok drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T4#
Midget is trying to escape the position but Bitok is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Midget has a hand on Bitok's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Bitok takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Bitok tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bitok'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.
Bitok is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Midget can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
More hug and hope from Bitok.
Midget is breathing heavily.
Further stalling from Bitok.#T1#
Bitok working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Bitok with the ground and pound from mount.
Bitok sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Midget is desperately trying to improve his position but Bitok has a good base and remains in mount.
Bitok looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Bitok has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bitok lands a couple of good shots and Midget has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
You can see the frustration on Midget's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Bitok biding his time, looking for the opening. #T4#
Bitok is hanging on to Midget's back as he tries to escape.
Bitok just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Bitok lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Bitok has good solid back control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Midget hold on?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Bitok changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Midget looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Bitok is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Midget will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Midget is looking to regain half guard here but Bitok keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok happy to just control the position for now.
Midget takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Midget struggling a bit here.
You can see the frustration on Midget's face as Bitok controls the position.
You can see the frustration on Midget's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bitok is staying tight to Midget's torso, preventing him from escaping.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Bitok shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bitok showed some decent athleticism there.
Bitok is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bitok landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Bitok sitting and controlling from the half guard.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Bitok is stinking the place up with his stalling.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Bitok.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Justin Midget has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Midget quickly recovers to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bitok 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:24
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:24
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:24

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 09, 2023
#R1##TD#
Bitok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Case keeping hold of Bitok's head, controlling as best he can.
Case is looking for a sweep. Bitok is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Case is looking to get back to full guard here but Bitok has managed to pass to side control instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok working away.
Bitok is looking to take a break and control but Case is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Case holding on.#T1#
Case is looking for a sweep.
Case keeps trying to improve his position.
Case struggling a bit here.
Case gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Case slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Case looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Case pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Case is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bitok is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Case looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3#
Case trying to control the position here.
Let's hope that Case has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB2#
Case looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Bitok is defending well. Case quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Bitok has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Case celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Justin Case!
During a confident post fight interview, Justin Case thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 02, 2023
#R1#
Rainey throws a head kick but Bitok moves out of range.
Rainey throws a nice looking combination but Bitok bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bitok seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Bitok looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #TD2#
Bitok gets caught napping as Rainey dives in and scores a takedown. Bitok manages to retain guard.
Rainey lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Rainey lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Rainey cracks Bitok with a solid left hand.
Rainey postures up and lands a big shot to Bitok's brow. #ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
Rainey missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rainey distracts Bitok with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Oh Bitok is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rainey advances position into side control!
Bitok seems to have got his legs back now.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rainey working the head and body with strikes.
Check out the look on Rainey's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #T1##SUB2#
Rainey has an Americana. Bitok didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Rainey is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Rainey hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bradley Rainey!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 26, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok scores with a takedown into Buktot's guard.
Bitok content to stall in guard here.
Buktot trying to control the position here.
Bitok stays in close to Buktot's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot pulls Bitok in to control the position. #T1#
Buktot working a defensive guard but Bitok passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buktot is trying to control but can't.
Buktot is concentrating on defense, preventing Bitok from advancing position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Buktot looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bitok takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bitok flicks out a counter leg kick but Buktot steps away.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Buktot, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Bitok changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Buktot looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Bitok tries to score with some ground and pound. Buktot controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Buktot controls the position for a moment.
Buktot struggling a bit here.
Bitok postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Bitok postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Buktot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Buktot is looking to counter with a body kick.
Buktot throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bitok's waist but Bitok gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Buktot off to one side.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Buktot's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Buktot fails with the takedown.
Bitok appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Buktot shoots in looking for a takedown but Bitok manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buktot's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bitok is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Buktot with a body shot.
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up with Buktot, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes Buktot against the cage but Buktot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bitok showed some decent athleticism there.
Buktot is positioning himself well to prevent Bitok advancing to mount. #T1#
Buktot trying to hold on to Bitok's head to control him but Bitok postures up.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok passes into side.
Buktot struggling a bit here.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Bitok is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Bitok is continuing to stall.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Nice takedown defense from Bitok. No joy for Buktot on that attempt.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buktot with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bitok counters with a nice kick to the body.
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Buktot avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD2#
Buktot tries to sprawl but Bitok drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Buktot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Buktot gets a double leg takedown into Bitok's guard.
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.
Buktot controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Buktot won't allow Bitok to sweep him here. #T1#
Bitok has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Buktot defends it nicely.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Buktot.
Bitok throws a fast counter high kick but Buktot manages to duck under it in time.#TD2#
Bitok feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T3#
Buktot trying to keep a closed guard but Bitok is proving a slippery customer.
Bitok not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Bitok wants to control from the top but Buktot keeps moving.
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.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Buktot is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kulata Bitok.
Well Bitok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 19, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hawk napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Hawk is trying to control Bitok's posture but Bitok avoids it.
Hawk is looking for a sweep.
Hawk is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hawk is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bitok's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Hawk tries to get to full guard but Bitok has control of the leg.
Bitok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hawk on the ground.
Hawk is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bitok's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bitok's back!
Bitok just trying to survive but Hawk is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hawk missing with strikes from the back.
Bitok is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hawk. #T1##SUB2#
Hawk has his arm under Bitok's chin here. Game over son! Hawk squeezes tightly and Bitok is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Micah Hawk!
Micah Hawk seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 12, 2023
#R1##CL2#
Chan moves into range and clinches up with Bitok.#BC2#
Chan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Chan was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL2#
Chan has managed to clinch.
A short right from Chan. #TD2#
Chan is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Bitok can't fight it off and eventually Chan manages to take the fight to the floor. Bitok looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Chan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
It looks like Chan might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Chan is continuing to stall.
Let's hope that Chan has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Chan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Chan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bitok fails with the takedown.#CL2#
Chan moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Chan breaks from the clinch.
Chan fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bitok has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Chan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T3##TD2#
Chan shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Bitok's guard.
Bitok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Chan on the ground.
Chan's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Chan working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Chan wants to pass the guard but Bitok is keeping the position.
Chan keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
Chan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Chan works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Chan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Bitok is trying to control but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Chan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Chan throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jackie Chan dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL2#
Chan moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Chan decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Chan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Chan controlling Bitok's posture.
Chan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bitok's guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Chan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Chan's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Chan's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Bitok trying to keep a closed guard but Chan is proving a slippery customer.
Chan throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bitok works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Chan is stalling in the full guard.
Chan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bitok's head.
Chan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Chan controls from within his opponent's guard.
Chan slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Chan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T3#
Chan is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Bitok's shoulder. That is not cool.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Chan.
Chan landing strikes.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Chan content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Bitok struggling a bit here.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chan lands an elbow.
Chan working the head with strikes.
Chan controls the position.
Bitok takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chan taking a breather here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jackie Chan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3##TD2#
Chan shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bitok manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Jackie Chan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Chan is stalling in the full guard.
Yet more stalling tactics from Chan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Bitok working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Chan.
Chan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Chan accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Chan stays in close to Bitok's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bitok has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Chan finds it's way round the side to connect with Bitok's head. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Chan jabs at Bitok's body.
Chan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jackie Chan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Chan decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Bitok on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Chan trying to control the pace.
Chan is looking to advance position but Bitok won't allow it. #T3#
Chan is controlling the pace.
Jackie Chan is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Chan tries a head kick but it misses.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chan goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chan throws a head kick but Bitok moves out of range.
Bitok is looking for a counter combo.#CL2#
Chan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bitok, pushing him back against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jackie Chan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Chan has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 24:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 24:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jackie Chan!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 06, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Buktot controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bitok thows a huge punch but Buktot dodges it nicely.
Buktot tries to roll over but Bitok keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T1#
Buktot is trying to maintain the position but Bitok is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bitok as he jumps to the side. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buktot goes for a double leg but Bitok avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bitok continues to drive forward.
Bitok appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bitok goes for a takedown attempt but Buktot pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nice sprawl there from Buktot as Bitok shoots in.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Buktot quickly recovers to half guard.
Buktot trying to control here.
Bitok seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Buktot preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Buktot is trying to maintain the position but Bitok is very close to passing his half guard.
Bitok performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
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.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Buktot is pressing down on Bitok's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok stays in close to Buktot's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Buktot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Buktot dives in and grabs Bitok's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes down on Buktot's head and hops out.
Bitok feints the counter takedown.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Buktot scores with a takedown into Bitok's guard.
Bitok throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to his closed guard and prevents Buktot from doing any damage or advancing position.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T1#
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Buktot's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bitok has control of Buktot's left arm, preventing Buktot from doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Buktot trying to control but Bitok is working from the bottom.
Buktot stays in close to Bitok's body and controls the position. #T3#
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to his closed guard and prevents Buktot from doing any damage or advancing position.
Buktot trying to control the position from guard on top but Bitok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Buktot engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
Buktot working some strikes from top position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buktot wants it to stay on the feet.
Buktot half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
That's time! Buktot's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok goes for a double leg but Buktot avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Buktot continues to drive forward.
Buktot shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick.
Buktot has a takedown stuffed.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bitok! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Buktot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bitok just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBuktot.#T1#
Buktot shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bitok was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bitok defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buktot.
Bitok counters with a body kick.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bitok dives in for a single leg takedown but Buktot sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Buktot tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bitok sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buktot somewhat.
Bitok is looking for the big counter here.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3##TD#
Bitok gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Buktot to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Buktot content to stall in guard here. #T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Buktot 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 George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 26, 2023
#R1#
Shredder has a takedown stuffed.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Shredder.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Shredder shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bitok manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Shredder looking to sit in guard and control but Bitok gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Shredder is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shredder throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Shredder has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bitok can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1##SUB2#
Shredder looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bitok has picked Shredder up and slammed him! Shredder can't keep hold of the triangle and Bitok manages to pass to side control!
Shredder tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bitok wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bitok trying to control the action but Shredder is working from the bottom.
Shredder being controlled for a moment.
Shredder tries to bench press Bitok off him but Bitok keeps the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Shredder manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Bitok is defending against the submission attempts here by Shredder.
Shredder controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Shredder is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T3#
Bitok wants to control but Shredder is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bitok is refusing to be controlled, as Shredder sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Bitok makes his way to full guard, as Shredder worked for a kimura.
Shredder trying to control the position from guard on top but Bitok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shredder postures up.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Shredder from controlling successfully. #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.
Shredder throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bitok works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Shredder trying to control the position from guard on top but Bitok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Shredder drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bitok dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Shredder looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Shredder looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Shredder throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Shredder looking for subs off his back but Bitok has passed one foot through into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Scott Shredder will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Shredder shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Shredder's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Shredder avoids it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Shredder or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Bitok looks for the body kick but Shredder saw that one coming.
And Shredder tries to counter it with a takedown but Bitok pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Shredder has a takedown stuffed.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Scott Shredder.
Shredder looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bitok is fending him off so far but Shredder persists. Nope, Bitok circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bitok enables Shredder to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bitok manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Shredder trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shredder must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shredder is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Shredder working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Shredder pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bitok is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Shredder looking to sit in guard and control but Bitok gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Shredder manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bitok manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Shredder has gone for a leg lock! Bitok slips out almost immediately though and dives into Shredder's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Shredder looking for subs off his back but Bitok has passed one foot through into half guard.
Shredder moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Shredder looking for a sweep. Not yet Shredder, not yet. #SUB2#
Shredder throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Shredder wants to sweep here but Bitok controlling him for the moment.
Shredder is still trying to improve position.#T3##SUB2#
Shredder working for a triangle but Bitok defends it easily.
Bitok trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Shredder looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Bitok puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Shredder moves into full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Shredder can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Shredder is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Shredder looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bitok passes into side control. #T4#
Shredder is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bitok trying to control the position but Shredder is working away.
Shredder is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bitok's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shredder is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Scott Shredder will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Bitok's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Shredder is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bitok sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Shredder has a takedown stuffed.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Shredder.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Scott Shredder.
Shredder fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Bitok stuffs the takedown.
Bitok delivers a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shredder shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
Shredder shoots in looking for a takedown. Bitok tries to sprawl out of it but Shredder keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bitok manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Shredder takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Shredder shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense.
It looked like Bitok was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Shredder.
Shredder closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.
Shredder fails to land the takedown.
Shredder shoots in looking for a takedown. Bitok tries to sprawl out of it but Shredder keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bitok manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nice sprawl there from Bitok as Shredder shoots in.#TD2#
Shredder looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bitok!#SUB2#
Shredder swings around for an armbar but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Shredder's guard.
Shredder pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage.
Bitok landing some decent shots from guard.
Scott Shredder is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Shredder is adopting a defensive guard.
Bitok stopping the sweep attempt from Shredder.
Shredder is adopting a defensive guard.
Bitok won't allow Shredder to sweep him here.
Scott Shredder has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Bitok wants to control from the top but Shredder keeps moving.
Shredder is controlling Bitok's posture.
Bitok trying to control but Shredder is working from the bottom.
Shredder controlling the position.
Shredder looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there.
Shredder is pulling down on Bitok's head. It's preventing any offense from Bitok, at least for the moment.#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.
Let's hope that Shredder has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Shredder misses with a takedown attempt
and Bitok counters with a nice kick to the body.
Shredder is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bitok sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Scott Shredder seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bitok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Shredder.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok shoots in but no luck this time.
Shredder closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.
Bitok stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bitok wants it to stay on the feet.
Bitok throws a big counter combination but Shredder scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Shredder has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Scott Shredder!

Scott Shredder seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 19, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Buktot wants to get back to his feet but Bitok passes into half guard. #REVR#
Buktot is looking to improve his position.
Bitok seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Buktot is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok controlling the action here. #T1#
Buktot keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Bitok is pressing down on Buktot's thigh, looking to free his foot. Buktot is holding on for now. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok is keeping busy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitok shoots for a double leg takedown but Buktot sprawls well. He's pushed Bitok's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bitok shoots in but no luck this time.
Buktot lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T3#
Bitok shoots in and drives through. Buktot sprawls well.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Buktot lands in his opponent's guard.
Buktot controlling from the top position.
Bitok wants to stand but Buktot is controlling the position. #T4#
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Buktot preventing the sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot 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#
Bitok moves out of range as Buktot throws a body kick.
Bitok tries a quick counter leg kick but Buktot is wise to it.
Bitok shoots and misses
and Buktot counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD#
Buktot feints and as Bitok raises his hands in defense, Buktot changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Bitok is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Buktot rolls with it to try and escape but Bitok cranks on the arm and Buktot is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 12, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Horrible takedown attempt by Buktot or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad.
Buktot shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bitok pinned against the cage. Bitok gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown but Buktot manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bitok's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T1#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bitok but Bitok pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bitok.
Buktot throws a big counter combination but Bitok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T2#
Bitok is concentrating on defense, preventing Buktot from advancing position.
Buktot takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Bitok kicks off Buktot and gets to his feet.
Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok circles away easily
and Bitok counters with a solid body kick. #T3##TD2#
Bitok drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Buktot is pulling down on Bitok's head. It's preventing any offense from Bitok, at least for the moment.
Bitok seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Bitok preventing the sweep. #T4#
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Buktot is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Buktot looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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#
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot.
Bitok with the counter takedown but Buktot avoids it easily.
Bitok lands a right hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bitok feints and as Buktot raises his hands in defense, Bitok changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bitok sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Buktot controlling the position.
Bitok showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Buktot utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to his closed guard and prevents Bitok from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #T3#
Buktot slaps away a takedown attempt from Bitok, before circling back to the center of the mat.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buktot sprawls well. Buktot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Buktot.
Bitok shapes to counter with a head kick.
Bitok throws the kick towards the body but Buktot avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Buktot counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Buktot looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bitok!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buktot trying to control the action but Bitok is working from the bottom.
Bitok is trying to improve his position.
Kulata Bitok has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot controls the position from side control.#T1#
Bitok tries to buck Buktot off but Buktot is having none of it.
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.
You can see the frustration on Bitok's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bitok might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Buktot haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
Buktot looks to land a body kick but Bitok moved away.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
Buktot shoots for a takedown but Bitok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Buktot counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Bitok is lucky that one didn't land flush. #TD#
Buktot manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bitok on his heels. He'll look to pass Bitok's guard now, I'm sure.#T3#
Bitok looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bitok working a defensive guard but Buktot passes into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #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.
Buktot seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bitok for as long as he can get away with.
Bitok keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Buktot keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok fails to land the takedown.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 05, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Bitok manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Killov on his heels. He'll look to pass Killov's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB2#
Killov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Killov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Killov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bitok is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Killov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Bitok is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Killov has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Bitok is looking to defend but Killov has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Bitok! Killov pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Bitok taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Serg Killov!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 29, 2023
#R1#
Good exchange - Larkin coming out on top.
Bitok gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bitok shoots and misses
and Larkin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Larkin lands with a kick to the temple. Bitok shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Larkin throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bitok shoots in and drives through. Larkin sprawls well.
Larkin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bitok on the side of the head.
Bitok takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Larkin lands a nice looking body shot.
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!
Larkin feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bitoks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice body kick from Larkin.
Larkin connects with a body shot that sends Bitok's belly button to the back.#TD2#
Larkin looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T1#
Bitok trying to control the position.
Larkin is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Larkin is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Larkin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Larkin works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Larkin is taking a breather. Bitok says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Larkin takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Larkin looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ground and pound from Larkin.
Still in half guard, Larkin seems content to control.#T3#
Larkin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Larkin working Bitok over with strikes.
Larkin performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #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.
Let's hope that Larkin has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Larkin uses his free foot to push down on Bitok's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Bitok.
Bitok is breathing heavily.
Larkin is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Bitok can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Larkin lands a heavy elbow.
Larkin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conor Larkin 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#
Larkin thumps Bitok with a low kick.
Larkin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Larkin bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Larkin counters with a straight right hand.
Bitok tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Larkin fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Larkin dives in and scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.
Larkin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Larkin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Larkin makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T1#
Larkin is in close to Bitok's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Larkin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Larkin advances position into side control!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Larkin connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Bitok some visible discomfort.
Larkin taking a breather here. #T2##SUB2#
Larkin has an Americana. Bitok didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Larkin is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Larkin hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Conor Larkin!
Our winner, Conor Larkin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 23, 2023
#R1#
Larkin digs a good hook to Bitok's body.
Bitok gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Larkin throws a shot to the body. #TD2#
Larkin scores with a takedown into Bitok's guard.
Larkin wants to pass the guard but Bitok is keeping the position.
Larkin controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Larkin pushing down on Bitok's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Larkin trying to mount his opponent but Bitok defends it.
Larkin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Larkin landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok shoots for a double leg takedown but Larkin sprawls well. He's pushed Bitok's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A jab lands there for Larkin.#T3#
Bitok fails with the takedown
and Larkin counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Larkin lands a jab-cross combination.
Bitok takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD2#
Larkin shoots in and gets a takedown into Bitok's guard.
Bitok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Larkin on the ground.
Bitok being controlled here, momentarily. #T4##SUB2#
Larkin thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Larkin advances to half guard.
Larkin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Let's hope that Larkin has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Bitok is breathing heavily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Larkin working the head and body with strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Larkin lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conor Larkin dominated that round.
That's time! Bitok's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Larkin lands with a cross.
Larkin bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bitok's head.
Nice uppercut lands for Larkin. That snapped Bitok's head back.
Larkin works Bitok's body with a nice hook.
Larkin lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Decent striking displayed by Larkin there.
Conor Larkin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Larkin, as that shot connected.
Larkin lands a right hook to the body.
A slapping body kick lands there for Larkin.
Conor Larkin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Larkin lands a right hook to the body.
Bitok takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Larkin works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Larkin scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bitok in his tracks.
Larkin thumps Bitok with a low kick.
Larkin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bitok's sensitive parts.
A nice leg kick from Larkin, right into the meat of the thigh.
Larkin connects with a high kick.
Larkin connects with a single shot there.
A jab from Larkin finds it's way through Bitok's defenses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A right-left combo lands from Larkin. #T2#
Larkin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A nice combination there by Larkin.
Larkin scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Larkin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Larkin's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Larkin duly obliges.
Larkin lands with an uppercut that bounces Bitok off the cage and back into range.
Bitok on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Bitok gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Larkin scores with a punch to the head.#T3#
Larkin thumps Bitok with a low kick.
Larkin cracks Bitok with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bitok moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A shot to the liver by Larkin. Beautiful body shot.
Bitok takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Larkin throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bitok takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Larkin cracks Bitok with an open hand slap.
Bitok's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Larkin connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bitok scrambles back to his feet.
Bitok takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Larkin scores with a nice right hand.
Larkin lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Larkin.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown. Larkin tries to sprawl out of it but Bitok keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Larkin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Larkin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Larkin controls from within his opponent's guard.
Larkin is working Bitok over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conor Larkin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Larkin lands with an uppercut that bounces Bitok off the cage and back into range.
Larkin swinging wildly here.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Bitok swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Nice cross by Larkin.
Larkin throws a series of punches but Bitok moves out of range.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Larkin cracks Bitok with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Larkin lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Larkin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Larkin scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by Larkin there.#T1#
Larkin ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Larkin with the inside leg kick.
Larkin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Larkin scores with a one two! Bitok had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Larkin misses with a two punch combination.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.#TD2#
Larkin shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Larkin working Bitok over with strikes. #T2##SUB2#
Larkin is looking for a kimura but Bitok is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Larkin to get the leverage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Larkin is taking a breather. Bitok says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Larkin works his way into side control. #SUB2#
Larkin has hold of Bitok's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Bitok seems comfortable defending it but Larkin has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Bitok is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Bitok is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Larkin couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Conor Larkin!
Conor Larkin thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 15, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Hawk drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Hawk misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SUB2#
Hawk has hold of Bitok's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Bitok tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Hawk cranks the arm and Bitok screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Bitok, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Micah Hawk!
A very excited looking Micah Hawk made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 08, 2023
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok dives in for a single leg takedown but Buktot sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bitok goes for a double leg but Buktot avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Buktot continues to drive forward.
Buktot fires out a quick counter leg kick but Bitok just manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Bitok lands in his opponent's guard.
Bitok 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.
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bitok trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Buktot 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.
Buktot controlling Bitok's posture. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bitok pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Buktot is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Buktot shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T3#
Buktot blocks the body kick.
Bitok throws a head kick that misses
and Buktot counters with a good, hard body kick but Bitok shrugs it off. #TD#
Bitok tries to sprawl but Buktot drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Buktot not doing much here.
Bitok keeping control of the position. #T4#
Bitok is trying to control but can't.
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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot stalling.
Buktot working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Bitok's thigh. Bitok counters though and makes it back to full guard.
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 Dawindi Buktot 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#
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bitok was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot tries to buck Bitok off but Bitok is having none of it.#T1##ES#
Buktot sneaks out the side door and pushes Bitok away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Bitok throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt
and Bitok makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Buktot really felt that one!
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T2#
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#TD2#
Bitok bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Buktot is not content to let Bitok control the position.
Buktot struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Bitok working the strikes but Buktot uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Bitok with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Buktot tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Buktot is positioning himself well to prevent Bitok advancing to mount.
Buktot wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok goes for a double leg but Buktot avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Buktot continues to drive forward.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Bitok stuffs the takedown attempt from Buktot. Buktot gets slowly back to his feet.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Buktot is defended easily by Bitok.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Buktot tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bitok sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buktot somewhat.
Bitok flicks out a counter leg kick but Buktot steps away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Buktot or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Buktot avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Bitok will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Buktot's guard.
Bitok showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
Bitok trying to control but Buktot is working from the bottom.
Buktot is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3#
Bitok tries to stand but Buktot is controlling from the bottom.
Bitok controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Buktot wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD#
Bitok gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Buktot to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bitok looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Buktot puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dawindi Buktot.
I think Buktot 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 George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 01, 2023
#R1#
Nucombe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nucombe connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bitok walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
Nucombe misses with a looping right.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Nucombe blocks it.
A jab from Nucombe misses.
Jab from Nucombe.
Bitok moves out of range as Nucombe strikes.#KD2#
Bitok ducks straight into an uppercut from Nucombe and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Bitok manages to regain guard straight away.
Oh Bitok is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Nucombe gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nucombe has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nucombe digs a good hook to Bitok's body.
Bitok seems to have got his legs back now.
Jab from Nucombe.
Bitok walks straight into a right hand from Nucombe - that's dropped him! Nucombe jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Bitok from any more punishment! Bitok complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Neil Nucombe!
Neil Nucombe 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.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 25, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Buktot as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Bitok scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok slows the pace down. #T1#
Bitok scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Buktot to see if he's OK.
Buktot tries to improve position but can't.
Bitok throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Buktot works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Bitok thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Buktot holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok controlling the action here.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick.
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Buktot pinned against the cage. Buktot gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T3##TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Buktot is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Buktot avoid being mounted?#T4#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bitok in particular looking to stall.
Buktot is trying to maintain the position but Bitok is very close to passing his half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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#
Bitok darts in looking for a takedown but Buktot gets double underhooks and turns Bitok into the cage.
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Buktot pinned against the cage. Buktot gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.
Bitok misses with a takedown attempt - Buktot sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T1#
Bitok darts in looking for a takedown but Buktot gets double underhooks and turns Bitok into the cage.
Buktot appears to be looking for a big counter.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bitok but Bitok pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD2#
Bitok is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Buktot's half guard.
Bitok is thwarting Buktot's attempts to control the position.
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.
Well, if Bitok is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T3#
Buktot is looking to escape.
Buktot is controlling Bitok's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok is looking to stall here but Buktot recovers full guard.
Bitok preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Buktot as he jumps to the side.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok slaps away a takedown attempt from Buktot, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bitok looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Buktot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buktot wants it to stay on the feet.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Buktot quickly recovers to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Bitok controlling the pace. #T1#
Buktot is pressing down on Bitok's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Buktot is controlling Bitok's posture.
Buktot looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Buktot wants to sweep here but Bitok controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok leaves Buktot with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Buktot shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown but Buktot manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bitok's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T3#
Buktot goes for a double leg but Bitok avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bitok continues to drive forward.
Bitok is working for takedown but Buktot is calmly controlling the position for now.
Buktot goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bitok prevents it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2#
Bitok breaks from the clinch. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Buktot was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Buktot in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kulata Bitok has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bitok is positioning himself to get back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 18, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Bitok counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Buktot wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well.
Buktot controlling the position for now.
Bitok with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T1#
Buktot blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bitok.
Bitok thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Buktot's head.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok is keeping busy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Buktot stuffs the takedown.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Buktot scores with a spinning back kick!
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Buktot is defended easily by Bitok.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.#T3#
Buktot shoots in for a double leg but Bitok sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Buktot misses with a takedown
and Bitok counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD2#
Bitok darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Buktot is holding on to half guard well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot is looking for a sweep. Bitok is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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##TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Bitok lands in his opponent's guard.
Bitok sitting in guard here, content to control.
Bitok preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok trying to control the position from guard on top but Buktot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Buktot seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Bitok preventing the sweep.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Bitok content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok tries to score a power double leg takedown but Buktot sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bitok somewhat.
Nice sprawl there from Bitok as Buktot shoots in.
Buktot slaps away a takedown attempt from Bitok, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T3#
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok darts in looking for a takedown but Buktot gets double underhooks and turns Bitok into the cage.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD#
Buktot fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bitok sprawls well initially but Buktot persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T4#
Bitok is trying to control but can't.
Buktot controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot throws a front kick that sends Bitok stumbling back into the cage.
Bitok closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buktot circles away.
Buktot was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bitok defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buktot.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Buktot closes the distance and clinches up with Bitok, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes Bitok against the cage but Bitok circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buktot throws a body kick that misses.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
Buktot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bitok defends it nicely.
Bitok shapes to counter with a head kick.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok pushes Buktot away with a front kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt - Bitok sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T3#
Buktot tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bitok sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buktot somewhat.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.#TD2#
Bitok drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T4#
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bitok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 11, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bitok throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Buktot's waist but Buktot gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bitok off to one side.
No luck for Buktot with that takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot moves out of range of the body kick.
Buktot throws a counter high kick but Bitok was just alert enough to avoid it.#T1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD2#
Bitok is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Buktot's half guard.
Buktot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.
Bitok stalling away here and it's allowed Buktot to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Buktot is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bitok stays in close to Buktot's body and controls the position.
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture. #T3#
Buktot is trying to keep Bitok in close.
Buktot is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Buktot leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Buktot shoots in and drives through. Bitok sprawls well.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buktot thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Bitok if he has to take too many more of those. #TD2#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into Buktot's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
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.
Buktot tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot controlling Bitok's posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bitok as he jumps to the side.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bitok is defended easily by Buktot.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.#T1#
Bitok is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buktot sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Buktot gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bitok trying to control but Buktot is working from the bottom. #T2#
Bitok sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Buktot's guard.
Bitok controlling the action here.
Buktot is doing well to control the position and prevent Bitok from advancing to side control.#T3#
Bitok is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Buktot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T4#
Buktot tries to improve position but can't.
Bitok is staying tight to Buktot's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Bitok wants to lay and pray for a moment but Buktot keeps working.
Buktot tries to bench press Bitok off him but Bitok keeps the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Buktot is trying to defend but Bitok finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well. #T1#
Bitok is controlling the pace.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Buktot is looking for a sweep. Bitok is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Buktot is doing well to control the position and prevent Bitok from advancing to side control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD#
Buktot closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Buktot lands in his opponent's guard.
Buktot being controlled here momentarily.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully. #T4#
Bitok looking to hit a scissor sweep but Buktot is one step ahead there.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Buktot pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bitok is keeping the position for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bitok 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Dec 04, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot shoots for a takedown but Bitok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
As Buktot backs off Bitok throws a huge counter combo but Buktot manages to avoid it all.#TD#
Buktot gets a takedown into half guard.
Buktot seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
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.#T1#
Bitok trying to control but Buktot postures up.
Bitok is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Buktot is staying active.
Buktot winds up and cracks Bitok with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Buktot prevents Bitok from improving his position.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot passes into side. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot controls the position.
You can see the frustration on Bitok's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Buktot throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bitok was covering up waiting for the punch and Buktot finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T3#
Buktot controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bitok is pulling down on Buktot's head to control his posture.
Buktot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Buktot accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bitok seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buktot stays in close to Bitok's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bitok.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bitok throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Buktot counters with a takedown into side control.
Bitok isn't going anywhere.
Bitok is trying to control Buktot's posture but Buktot avoids it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Buktot haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok tries to bench press Buktot off him but Buktot keeps the position.
Buktot landing a few strikes. #T1#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Buktot seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bitok for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Buktot fails to land the takedown.
Bitok counters with a body kick.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD2#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into guard.

Buktot kicks Bitok off and gets to his feet.
Bitok with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T3#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Buktot as he jumps to the side.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Buktot tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bitok defends well and Buktot ends up having to push Bitok into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bitok has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Buktot avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Buktot has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bitok after a bit of a struggle. #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#
Bitok has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Buktot regains guard immediately.
Dawindi Buktot overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Buktot holds on and takes a little breather.
Buktot keeping full guard, as Bitok tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Buktot has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bitok can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok misses with a few strikes there.
Buktot fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T1#
Bitok tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Buktot wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bitok struggling a bit here.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok is keeping him busy.
Buktot remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot is looking to take a break and control but Bitok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bitok tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Buktot wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Bitok wants to control but Buktot postures up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bitok shoots in but no luck this time.
Bitok shoots in but Buktot avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Buktot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#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.
Buktot dives in and grabs Bitok's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes down on Buktot's head and hops out.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.
Buktot leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?
Bitok leaves Buktot with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Buktot, 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 27, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Buktot quickly recovers to half guard.
Buktot is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Buktot avoid being mounted?
Bitok slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
It looks like Bitok might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Buktot is holding on to half guard well.
Bitok is taking a breather. Buktot says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot stuffs the takedown attempt from Bitok. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok shoots and misses
and Buktot makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bitok really felt that one!
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Buktot crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Bitok - the referee stops the clock and Buktot gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Bitok. Buktot manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Bitok is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buktot sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot slaps away a takedown attempt from Bitok, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.#T3##TD#
Buktot drives through with a takedown into Bitok's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Buktot is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Buktot postures up. #T4#
Bitok 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.
Buktot is stalling in the full guard.
Buktot'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.
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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Bitok as Buktot shoots in.
Bitok doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Buktot counters with a body kick.
Bitok has his takedown stuffed
and Buktot counters with a good, hard body kick but Bitok shrugs it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Buktot tried to counter with a leg kick but Bitok avoided it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T1#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Buktot looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Buktot.
Bitok tries to counter with a clinch but Buktot shakes him off and moves away.
Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bitok goes for a double leg but Buktot avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Buktot continues to drive forward.
Buktot is looking to counter with a body kick.
Nice sprawl there from Buktot as Bitok shoots in.#TD2#
Bitok throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Buktot was covering up waiting for the punch and Bitok finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Bitok looking to pass the guard.
Bitok being controlled here momentarily.
Further stalling from Buktot.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Bitok trying to control the position from guard on top but Buktot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Dawindi Buktot will probably get the nod.
That's time! Buktot's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into guard.
Buktot keeping moving, preventing Bitok from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok content to stall in guard here.
Buktot is pulling down on Bitok's head. It's preventing any offense from Bitok, at least for the moment.#T1#
Bitok is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Buktot thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Buktot tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Buktot is trying to control the position but Bitok postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bitok as he jumps to the side.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Bitok shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Buktot counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T4#
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Bitok closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buktot circles away.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot 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!
Buktot looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kulata Bitok.
I think Buktot 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 20, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Bitok gets caught napping as Buktot dives in and scores a takedown. Bitok manages to retain guard.
Bitok controls Buktot momentarily but Buktot frees himself.
Buktot controlling from the top position.
Bitok controlling Buktot's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bitok is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Bitok throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Buktot controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Bitok trying to keep a closed guard but Buktot is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bitok is defended easily by Buktot.
Buktot throws a big counter combination but Bitok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to avoid it but Bitok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Buktot to the ground. Buktot escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Bitok tries to score a power double leg takedown but Buktot sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bitok somewhat.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T3#
Buktot fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bitok throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Buktot's waist but Buktot gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bitok off to one side.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
As Buktot backs off Bitok throws a huge counter combo but Buktot manages to avoid it all.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok goes for a double leg but Buktot avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Buktot continues to drive forward.
Buktot drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bitok sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bitok napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bitok seems a little lost for a moment, as Buktot dominates the positioning.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Buktot 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.

Dawindi Buktot 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#
Bitok throws a sloppy head kick and Buktot moves out of range easily.
Buktot looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Bitok gets a double leg takedown into Buktot's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1#
Buktot looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?
Buktot controlling the position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok shoots in but no luck this time. #T3#
Nice sprawl there from Buktot as Bitok shoots in.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Buktot is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bitok sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Buktot counters with a shoot takedown. Bitok fights it but they end up in guard.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Bitok being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
Bitok wants to hit a sweep here but Buktot passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bitok there!
Bitok is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Dawindi Buktot will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buktot as he avoids it easily.
Bitok fails with the takedown
and Buktot counters with a slapping leg kick.
Buktot shoots in looking for a takedown but Bitok manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buktot's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Buktot.
Bitok was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bitok enables Buktot to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bitok manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T1#
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to his closed guard and prevents Buktot from doing any damage or advancing position.
Buktot is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bitok has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Buktot is stalling in the full guard.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to his closed guard and prevents Buktot from doing any damage or advancing position.
Buktot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Buktot throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bitok works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Buktot throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bitok's waist but Bitok gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Buktot off to one side.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bitok is defended easily by Buktot.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok fails with the takedown#TD#
and Buktot counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot 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!
Buktot not doing much here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Buktot 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 13, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Buktot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bitok did well to prevent Buktot getting side control.
Bitok is positioning himself well to prevent Buktot advancing to mount.
Buktot slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Buktot performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Buktot sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bitok defending well though.
Bitok wants to get back to full guard but Buktot has passed into side control.
Bitok regains half guard, as Buktot was trying to land strikes. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Buktot in particular looking to stall.
Bitok keeping hold of Buktot's head, controlling as best he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buktot prevents Bitok from improving his position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Buktot looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bitok is fending him off so far but Buktot persists. Nope, Bitok circles away and we're back to standing.
Buktot fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
Buktot with a poor takedown #TD2#
and Bitok counters with a single leg into guard. Buktot didn't expect that.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Bitok's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bitok postures up.
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Buktot avoids it really well and circles away.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Buktot was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#T1#
Buktot working away.
Bitok is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Buktot is staying active.
Buktot just content to control the position. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok regains half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Bitok is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Buktot will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bitok misses with a takedown
and Buktot counters with a nice body kick. #T3#
Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Bitok throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Buktot's waist but Buktot gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bitok off to one side.
Nice sprawl there from Buktot as Bitok shoots in.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD#
Bitok gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Buktot controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bitok 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully.
Dawindi Buktot overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bitok is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Buktot trying to control the position from guard on top but Bitok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Buktot trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Bitok manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buktot is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily.
Buktot has his hands on Bitok's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Bitok is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buktot sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bitok dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Buktot is looking for a sweep.
Bitok in the domination position with Buktot hanging on.
Bitok creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Buktot sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T4#
A lull in the action here as Bitok stalls from top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU2#
Bitok stands up.
Buktot takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 06, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buktot swivels and escapes.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Buktot leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bitok has a takedown stuffed.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T1#
Buktot shoots in looking for a takedown but Bitok manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buktot's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Buktot looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bitok is fending him off so far but Buktot persists. Nope, Bitok circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Bitok feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T2#
Bitok wants to control from the top but Buktot keeps moving.
Bitok showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Buktot holds on and takes a little breather.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok stuffs the takedown attempt from Buktot. Buktot gets slowly back to his feet.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bitok is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buktot sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot circles away easily
and Buktot counters with a nice kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bitok dives in for a single leg takedown but Buktot sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up with Buktot, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes Buktot against the cage but Buktot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok has a takedown stuffed.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T1#
Buktot with a poor takedown
and Bitok counters with a good, hard body kick but Buktot shrugs it off.
Buktot pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A lazy body kick from Bitok
and Buktot counters with a three punch combo that has Bitok backing up. Bitok nods at Buktot to acknowledge the strikes.
Bitok stuffs the takedown.
Bitok is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD#
Buktot shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T2#
Buktot sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Bitok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Buktot controlling the action here.
Bitok trying to control but Buktot postures up. #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.
Bitok is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Bitok is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Buktot jumps into side control!
Buktot working the strikes but Bitok uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Bitok tries to roll over but Buktot keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up with Buktot, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes Buktot against the cage but Buktot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bitok blocks the body kick.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
No luck for Bitok with that takedown attempt.
Buktot drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bitok sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt - Bitok sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD2#
Bitok decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Buktot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Bitok perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Buktot is controlling Bitok's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Bitok trying to control the pace.
Bitok is continuing to stall.#T3##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Buktot shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T4#
Bitok controlling the position well.
Buktot slows the pace down in half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Buktot 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 30, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Buktot gets a double leg takedown into Bitok's guard.
Buktot sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bitok looking to control.
Bitok managing to control the position.
Buktot throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Buktot'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.
Bitok looking to hit a scissor sweep but Buktot is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bitok looks to throw a body kick
and Buktot counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #TD#
Buktot gets the takedown into side control.
Buktot controls the position.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot postures up.#T3#
Buktot happy to just control the position for now.
Buktot is looking to take a break and control but Bitok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Buktot taking a breather here.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
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.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Bitok tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Buktot wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot moves out of range of the body kick from Bitok.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot 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#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense.
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#TD2#
Buktot tries to sprawl but Bitok drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot has his hands clasped together around Bitok's back. He's all about the action.#T1#
Buktot gets back to full guard.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to his closed guard and prevents Bitok from doing any damage or advancing position.
Bitok looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot pulls Bitok in to control the position.
Buktot can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bitok controls the pace.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into guard. #T3#
Bitok's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Buktot seems keen to control Bitok's posture.
Bitok sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot controlling Bitok's posture.
Bitok stopping the sweep attempt from Buktot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bitok defends it nicely.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#CL2#
Buktot tries to keep at a distance but Bitok has taken the fight into the clinch.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD#
Buktot is trying to trip Bitok. He has hold of a leg but Bitok is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Buktot persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bitok holds on and takes a little breather.
Buktot is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Bitok seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3#
Bitok trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Buktot showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bitok defends it nicely.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok shoots for a takedown but Buktot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Buktot appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Buktot shoots in looking for a takedown but Bitok manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buktot's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bitok throws a counter combo.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bitok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 23, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Hawk gets caught flat footed, as Bitok shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Bitok got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hawk has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bitok has managed to get both his arms back between Hawk's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Bitok is posturing up here but Hawk has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Bitok tries to roll out but it's too tight and Bitok has to tap! Slick submission there by Hawk!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Micah Hawk!
Micah Hawk thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 16, 2022
#R1##KD2#
Collins drops Bitok with a left and a right! Oh, Bitok is hurt - Collins dives into side control looking to finish!
Collins moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #SUB2#
Collins is working to tighten his grip on Bitok's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Bitok has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Collins is really squeezing tight and eventually Bitok passes out! Collins breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Michael Collins!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 10, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok gets a takedown into half guard.
Buktot preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Buktot'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Buktot is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bitok's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bitok's back!
Bitok trying to control the hands but Buktot breaks the grip.
Buktot has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Bitok's body.
Bitok trying to control the position but Buktot manages to sink in the hooks. #T2#
Bitok is really stuck here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok trying to control the action but Buktot just sinks the hooks in.
Bitok wants to get back to his feet.
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.
What can Bitok do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight! #T3#
Buktot controlling well, preventing Bitok from escaping the position.
Bitok looking to control the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Further stalling from Buktot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok tries to escape the position.
Buktot controlling from the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot 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##TD2#
Bitok gets a double leg takedown into Buktot's guard.
Bitok wants to control from the top but Buktot keeps moving.
Buktot has his hands on Bitok's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Bitok loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bitok sitting in guard here, content to control.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Buktot holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Buktot leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T3#
Buktot shoots in for a double leg but Bitok sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T4#
Buktot is staying active underneath Bitok, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Buktot controlling the position well.
Buktot is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Buktot avoid being mounted?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Bitok tries for a takedown but Buktot circles away easily
and Buktot counters with a body kick.
Bitok has a takedown stuffed.
Buktot feinted there with a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Buktot scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T1#
Bitok wants to improve his position but Buktot is controlling well.
Buktot performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Buktot has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bitok controlling the position for now.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Bitok trying to control from the bottom.
Buktot looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Bitok is positioning himself well to prevent Buktot advancing to mount. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Bitok shoots for a double leg takedown but Buktot sprawls well. He's pushed Bitok's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD2#
Bitok drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Bitok remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Buktot wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.#T4#
Bitok postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bitok is looking to take a break and control but Buktot is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bitok is working Buktot over with some ground and pound from side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dawindi Buktot.
I think Buktot 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 03, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lights but Lights pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lights throws out a counter right but Bitok avoids it with no problem.
Bitok dives in for a single leg takedown but Lights sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lights tries to work over Bitok's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bitok tries to score a body lock takedown but Lights shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lights tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bitok's elbow. #BC2#
Lights breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok fails with the takedown
enabling Lights to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Bitok has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into guard. #T2#
Bitok wants to control from the top but Lights keeps moving.
Bitok won't allow Lights to get back to his feet.
Lights controlling the position.
Lights looking for a sweep. Not yet Lights, not yet.
Lights is looking to stand up but Bitok isn't so interested in that idea.
Bitok wants to control from the top but Lights keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Lights trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lights leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lights looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3##TD#
Bitok feints and as Lights raises his hands in defense, Bitok changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lights keeping moving, preventing Bitok from controlling successfully.
Lights is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Lights is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lights is working away from the top position though.
Bitok is positioning himself well to prevent Lights advancing to mount. #SU2#
Lights gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lights slaps away a takedown attempt from Bitok, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Lights swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Night Lights dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lights defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bitok.
Bitok shoots for a double leg takedown but Lights sprawls well. He's pushed Bitok's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lights looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bitok tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lights sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bitok somewhat.
Lights throws out a counter right but Bitok avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lights leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It seemed like Lights was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bitok looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lights is fending him off so far but Bitok persists. Nope, Lights circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Bitok shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.

Lights kicks off Bitok and gets to his feet.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Bitok dives in for a single leg takedown but Lights sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Lights.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lights lands a body shot.
Nice body punch from Lights - that landed with a thud. #BC2#
Lights breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bitok with a poor takedown
and Lights counters with a straight right hand.
We've been informed that Lights has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Lights sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T3#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Lights shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bitok with a poor takedown
and Lights counters with a nice uppercut.
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up with Lights, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes Lights against the cage but Lights circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lights! But no joy.
Bitok throws a half hearted mid kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lights! But no joy.#T4#
Bitok fails with the takedown.
Bitok misses with a kick to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lights defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bitok.
A little jabbing left from Lights on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Night Lights showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Bitok's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok misses with a body shot.
Bitok shoots for a takedown but Lights saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lights throws out a counter right but Bitok avoids it with no problem.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lights flicks out a counter leg kick but Bitok steps away.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lights counters with a stiff right hand.
Bitok closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lights circles away.
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lights pinned against the cage. Lights gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #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.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown. Lights tries to sprawl out of it but Bitok keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lights manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Lights to the ground. Bitok is now in Lights's guard.

Lights has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Bitok off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.

And that's the end of the fight!
Night Lights comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lights has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Night Lights!

An out of breath Night Lights thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 25, 2022
#R1#
Ali throws a head kick that Bitok semi-blocks. #TD#
Bitok darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ali looks like he's trying to stand up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok trying to control from half guard but Ali is working away.
Ali wants to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Ali pushes Bitok off and gets back to his feet.#T1#
Ali rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bitok moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Ali blocks it.
Ali lands with a kick to the ribs. #CL2#
Ali moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Ali breaks the clinch.
Bitok slips a jab and a cross from Ali.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bitok takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Bitok takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ali lands a lovely overhand right.
Ali with a hook.
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!
Bitok takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T2#
Ali lands with a nice body kick. #CL2#
Ali rushes Bitok and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ali makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A bit of stalling here from Ali.
Ali pressing his opponent against the cage.
Bitok takes a knee right on the jaw!
Bitok wants a takedown but no success here.
Ali lands an elbow just above Bitok 's eye. #T3#
Ali lands a knee to the head.
Ali connects with a knee to the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Ali stalls.
The crowd are getting on Ali's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Ali stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bitok is looking to take this one to the mat.#T4#
A bit of stalling here from Ali.
Ali utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
We've been informed that Ali has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Ali lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Ali.
Ali lands an elbow inside that Bitok shrugs off.
Ali is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ali content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bitok drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC2#
Ali escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Islam Ali dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Ali connects with a nice looking jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ali.#CL2#
Ali drives through and clinches with Bitok against the cage.
Ali with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Ali pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC2#
Ali breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ali scores with a head kick.
Ali misses with a hook. Bitok ducked under it nicely.
Bitok tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ali sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bitok somewhat.#T1#
Ali scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bitok in his tracks.
Ali scores with a jab. Bitok acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bitok takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ali lands a nice elbow. #T2#
Ali stalling.
Ali has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A right hook to the body lands for Ali.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ali.
Ali is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Ali lands a left hand. #TD#
Bitok turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!

Ali sneaks out the side door and pushes Bitok away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ali cracks Bitok with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A slow jab from Ali misses its intended target. #T3#
Ali throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Ali lands a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Ali finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Good exchange - Ali coming out on top.
Ali explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Ali throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Ali connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bitok momentarily.
Ali throws a good cross that connects. #T4#
Bitok takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ali throws a good cross that connects. #CL2#
Ali rushes Bitok and presses him up against the cage.
Bitok has Ali pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ali manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice body punch from Ali - that landed with a thud.
Ali lands a knee to the head.
Ali utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Ali has Bitok pushed against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Islam Ali showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ali throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Bitok's head.
Ali takes a swing at Bitok's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Bitok throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ali was covering up waiting for the punch and Bitok finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Ali is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Ali's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bitok moves away from the strike by Ali. #T1#
Ali works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Islam Ali seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ali tries to bum rush Bitok with a series of wild strikes but Bitok uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Islam Ali is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ali throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ali paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ali plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Bitok displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ali throws out the jab.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Ali throws a nice looking combination but Bitok bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ali thows a body kick. Bitok tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Bitok takes one on the button.#T2#
Bitok shoots in but Ali avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ali tests Bitok's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ali throws a body shot but no joy.
Bitok on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ali dips to his left and cracks Bitok with an uppercut!
Ali lands with a cross.
Islam Ali seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ali connects with a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Bitok steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Ali. That one must have hurt.
Ali throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bitok.
Ali moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ali tests Bitok's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ali lands a slapping body shot.
Ali scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Nice shot lands for Ali.
Ali fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bitok looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T4#
Ali dips to his left and cracks Bitok with an uppercut!
Bitok looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
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!#CL2#
Ali clinches up against the cage.
Ali crunches a lovely knee into Bitok's ribcage.
Ali lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bitok backwards.
Ali lands a knee to the head.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bitok takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ali connects with a knee to the head.
Ali slows down the pace here. #BC2#
Ali's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.

And that's the end of the fight!
Islam Ali comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ali has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 25:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 24:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Islam Ali!

After the fight, Islam Ali 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.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 18, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Bitok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Buktot defends well and Bitok ends up having to push Buktot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Buktot with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and Bitok decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Buktot's guard.#ES#
Buktot manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD#
Buktot jumps guard and drags Bitok to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1#
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Buktot takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #T3##TD#
Buktot closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Buktot lands in his opponent's guard.
Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully. #T4#
Buktot is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Bitok looking for a guillotine here but Buktot defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.
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 Dawindi Buktot will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Buktot with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bitok counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bitok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to avoid it but Bitok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Buktot to the ground. Buktot escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Buktot appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Bitok changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Buktot looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Bitok working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bitok's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Buktot holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T1#
Bitok seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buktot shoots for a takedown but Bitok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nice sprawl there from Buktot as Bitok shoots in.#TD2#
Bitok gets the takedown into side control.
Bitok working away.
Buktot being controlled for a moment. #T3#
Bitok working away.
Buktot is looking to regain half guard here but Bitok keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot can't do much from the bottom here.
Buktot is looking to regain half guard here but Bitok keeps moving and retains side control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buktot as he avoids it easily.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense.
Bitok fails with the takedown.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok has his takedown stuffed
and Buktot counters with a one-two to the body.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T1#
Bitok shoots in and drives through. Buktot sprawls well.
Buktot is looking for a counter combo.
Buktot looks to throw a body kick
and Bitok makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Buktot really felt that one!
Bitok has a takedown stuffed.
Buktot is looking to counter with a body kick.
Buktot throws the kick towards the body but Bitok avoids it.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Buktot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bitok defends it nicely.
Bitok tries a quick counter leg kick but Buktot is wise to it.
Buktot shoots in looking for a takedown. Bitok tries to sprawl out of it but Buktot keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bitok manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok unleashes a big counter combination but Buktot bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T3##TD2#
Bitok throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bitok is in Buktot's guard.
Buktot is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Bitok is stalling in the full guard.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok is stalling in the full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kulata Bitok.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 11, 2022
#R1#
Bitok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bitok is looking to counter with head kicks.
Sutherland fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bitok on the side of the head.
Bitok takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Sutherland jabs Bitok to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sutherland digs a good body shot into Bitok's ribs.#CL2#
Bitok gets tackled into the cage by Sutherland. Sutherland maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Sutherland breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Sutherland moves into range and clinches up with Bitok.
Sutherland has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Sutherland wants to get back to striking at distance but Bitok won't allow it.
Bitok prevents Sutherland from breaking the clinch.
Sutherland looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T1#
Sutherland prevents the takedown attempt.
Sutherland has had enough of the clinch but Bitok keeps him there for the moment.
Sutherland working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bitok is working for takedown but Sutherland is calmly controlling the position for now.
Sutherland is trying to break the clinch but Bitok is controlling him.
Sutherland lands an uppercut.
Sutherland lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bitok takes a shot to the head.
Sutherland has had enough of the clinch but Bitok keeps him there for the moment.
Sutherland pressing his opponent against the cage. #T2#
Sutherland can't break the clinch. #BC2#
Sutherland pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sutherland lands a nice shot that snaps Bitok's head back.
Chad Sutherland is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sutherland shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bitok eats them both and turns towards Sutherland to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Some wild striking there from Sutherland.
Sutherland tries to bum rush Bitok with a series of wild strikes but Bitok uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sutherland throws a right hand that Bitok ducks under and follows up with a left that Bitok also avoids with ease.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T3#
Sutherland lands a two punch combo.
Sutherland throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Sutherland, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok avoids a punch combination nicely.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Sutherland lands a nice shot that snaps Bitok's head back.
Sutherland closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Sutherland bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bitok on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A combination from Sutherland does no damage.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Sutherland blocks it.#T4#
Sutherland scores with a one two! Bitok had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sutherland keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sutherland misses with an uppercut
and Bitok counters with a body kick that stops Sutherland in his tracks momentarily.
Sutherland lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sutherland scores with a nice head shot.
Sutherland lands a two punch combo.
Sutherland lands with a good body shot.
Chad Sutherland seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot lands for Sutherland.#CL2#
Sutherland moves into the clinch successfully.
Sutherland scores with a shoulder strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chad Sutherland dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bitok drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sutherland lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Sutherland closes the distance and clinches.
Sutherland lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sutherland wants to break free but Bitok has control.
Sutherland is trying to force a seperation but Bitok has the dominant position.
Bitok tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sutherland smiles and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bitok has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T1##CL2#
Sutherland drives through and clinches with Bitok against the cage.
Sutherland lands a right hand.
Bitok has Sutherland pressed against the cage, preventing Sutherland from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Sutherland lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sutherland prevents a takedown attempt there.
A left hand lands to the body for Sutherland.
Bitok has Sutherland pressed against the cage, preventing Sutherland from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Sutherland is trying to break free.
Sutherland has Bitok pushed against the cage.#T2#
Sutherland lands with a left to the head.
Sutherland lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bitok backwards.
Sutherland gets through Bitok's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bitok has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sutherland avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Sutherland's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sutherland scores with a body shot.
Sutherland tests Bitok's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sutherland has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sutherland misses with a double jab. #T3#
A left and a right from Sutherland both land. Nice combination.
Bitok takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL2#
Sutherland has closed the distance and engaged Bitok in a clinch.
Sutherland is trying to force a seperation but Bitok has the dominant position.
Bitok keeps control of Sutherland as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sutherland creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sutherland is trying to drag Bitok to the mat but Bitok just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sutherland looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
Sutherland lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sutherland makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sutherland working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sutherland wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sutherland gets underhooks to prevent Bitok's takedown attempt.
Sutherland working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sutherland pushes Bitok back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sutherland content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bitok is defending well against a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chad Sutherland showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Sutherland lunges at Bitok with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bitok's hand.
Bitok pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Chad Sutherland is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sutherland just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Sutherland. That snapped Bitok's head back.
Sutherland scores with a hook.
Sutherland sizes up Bitok with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sutherland lands a jab.
Chad Sutherland seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sutherland uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sutherland scores with a one two! Bitok had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab from Sutherland.
Sutherland slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T1#
A jab from Sutherland finds it's way through Bitok's defenses.
Sutherland misses with a series of wild punches.
Sutherland lands with an uppercut that bounces Bitok off the cage and back into range.
Bitok moves out of range as Sutherland strikes.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Sutherland blocks it.
Sutherland lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
No joy there for Sutherland, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sutherland lands a jab to Bitok's midsection.
Sutherland feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bitoks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The fighters circling - Sutherland throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Sutherland wants to clinch
and Bitok counters with a nice kick to the body.
Sutherland lands with a straight right. Bitok didn't see that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sutherland misses with a series of wild punches.
Bitok avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bitok is looking to counter with head kicks.
A cross from Sutherland lands.
Bitok slips under a jab from Sutherland.
Bitok throws a big counter combination but Sutherland scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bitok on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL2#
Sutherland has managed to clinch.
Bitok looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sutherland content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Chad Sutherland seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T3#
Bitok drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sutherland pulls his leg out and moves away.
Sutherland is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bitok looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Bitok dives in and grabs Sutherland's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sutherland pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.
Sutherland swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL2#
Sutherland closes the distance and pushes Bitok back into the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sutherland.
Sutherland lands a hook that snaps the head of Bitok backwards.
Sutherland wants to get back to striking at distance but Bitok won't allow it.
Sutherland has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T4#
Sutherland working hard to break the clinch.
Sutherland lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sutherland is trying to break the clinch but Bitok has him pressed against the cage.
Bitok goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sutherland prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sutherland wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bitok is trying to drag Sutherland to the mat but Sutherland just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Sutherland is pressed up against the cage. Bitok has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sutherland down to the mat. Sutherland avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chad Sutherland comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sutherland has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 24:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 24:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chad Sutherland!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 05, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Buktot is trying to defend but Bitok finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Well, if Bitok is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
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.
Buktot keeping hold of Bitok's head, controlling as best he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot tries to roll over but Bitok keeps him under control.#T1#
Buktot trying to hold on to Bitok's head to control him but Bitok postures up.
Buktot tries to roll over but Bitok keeps him under control.
Bitok seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bitok not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Buktot looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
Buktot fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.
Bitok doesn't manage to clinch there - Buktot circles away. #TD2#
Bitok shoots in and gets a takedown into Buktot's guard.#T3#
Bitok slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
It looks like Bitok might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture.
Buktot continues to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bitok misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.#TD2#
Bitok manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Buktot on his heels. He'll look to pass Buktot's guard now, I'm sure.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Buktot bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bitok's guard. #REVR#
Buktot is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok wants to sweep here but Buktot controlling him for the moment.
Buktot is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Buktot counters with a good, hard body kick but Bitok shrugs it off.
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Buktot, which made it look bad.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Buktot displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bitok. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD#
Buktot looking to score a takedown here. Bitok is defending well but Buktot drives through and ends up in Bitok's guard.
Buktot looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Buktot darts in looking for a takedown but Bitok gets double underhooks and turns Buktot into the cage.
Buktot is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bitok prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bitok wants a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bitok has hold of one of Buktot's legs. Buktot is fighting the takedown attempt but Bitok gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#T1#
Bitok stopping the sweep attempt from Buktot.
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture.
Bitok not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Buktot is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bitok showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Buktot controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself.
Buktot is looking to stand up but Bitok isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And Bitok responds with a good body kick, but Buktot manages to step out the way in time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Buktot fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Buktot moves in looking to clinch but Bitok pushes him off.
Bitok darts in looking for a takedown but Buktot gets double underhooks and turns Bitok into the cage.
Buktot is looking for a counter combo.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Buktot to the mat! Buktot manages to get full guard.
Bitok throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Buktot is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Buktot is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot is trying to control the position but Bitok postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 28, 2022
#R1#
Colombo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bitok misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Colombo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD2#
Colombo closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Colombo lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Colombo winds up and cracks Bitok with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ground and pound from Colombo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Colombo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Colombo landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Colombo moves nicely into side control. #SUB2#
Colombo is trying to get an arm triangle but Bitok is defending well. #T1#
Colombo controlling the position from side mount.
Colombo tries to score with some ground and pound. Bitok controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Colombo cracks Bitok with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Colombo working the ground and pound.
Colombo throws a strike aimed at the side of Bitok's head but Bitok avoids it well.
Colombo is chipping away with strikes.
Bitok takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Bitok is breathing heavily.#T2#
Colombo lands some shots froms side control.
Colombo scores with a couple of short elbows.
Colombo is putting a hurting on Bitok here, landing some big shots from side control.
Bitok trying to remain calm as Colombo controls from the top position.
Bitok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Colombo on the ground.
Colombo in side control lands a decent elbow.
Colombo in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Colombo lands an elbow.
Colombo cracks Bitok with a big elbow. #ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
Colombo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Colombo has hold of Bitok's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Bitok seems comfortable defending it but Colombo has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Bitok is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Bitok is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Colombo couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tiesahn Colombo!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 21, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Buktot shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Buktot showed some decent athleticism there.
Bitok is looking for a sweep. Buktot is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bitok keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Buktot is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Buktot content to control rather than advance.
Buktot has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Bitok trying to control but Buktot postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Bitok changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Buktot looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T2#
Buktot struggling a bit here.
Bitok controls the position from side control.
Buktot struggling a bit here.#T3#
Bitok controlling the position.
Buktot is trying to control Bitok's posture but Bitok avoids it. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok trying to control the action but Buktot is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok shoots in but no luck this time.
Buktot is looking to counter with a body kick.#TD#
Buktot decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Bitok tries to get to full guard but Buktot has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Buktot manages to pass to mount!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.#TD#
Buktot fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bitok to the ground. Buktot is now in Bitok's guard.
Bitok pulls Buktot in to control the position. #SUB2#
Bitok is looking for a triangle but Buktot pushes his legs off easily.
Buktot pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bitok is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1#
Buktot being controlled here momentarily.
Buktot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Bitok is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Buktot throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bitok was covering up waiting for the punch and Buktot finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T2#
Buktot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Bitok has control of Buktot's left arm, preventing Buktot from doing any damage.
Buktot postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Buktot trying to control but Bitok is working from the bottom.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Buktot fails to land the takedown.
Buktot dives in and grabs Bitok's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes down on Buktot's head and hops out.
Bitok tries to counter with a clinch but Buktot shakes him off and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Buktot, which made it look bad.
Buktot throws a big counter combination but Bitok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Bitok dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.
Bitok fails with the takedown.
As Bitok looks to move away, Buktot throws a big counter combo but Bitok just gets out of the way.
Bitok dives in for a single leg takedown but Buktot sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Buktot half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.#T1#
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
Buktot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Bitok shoots for a takedown but Buktot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown but Buktot manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bitok's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Buktot seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bitok was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#T4#
Bitok working the strikes but Buktot uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Bitok is taking a breather. Buktot says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Bitok wants to take a breather but Buktot is having none of it.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot 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!
Buktot trying to control from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Buktot 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 14, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Buktot's waist but Buktot gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bitok off to one side.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Buktot drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok wants to stand but Buktot is controlling the position. #T1#
Buktot not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Bitok looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Buktot controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage.
Buktot tries to free his leg and advance position but Bitok is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Buktot avoids it really well and circles away.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.#T3#
Bitok shoots for a takedown but Buktot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Buktot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bitok defends it nicely.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Buktot pinned against the cage. Buktot gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Buktot shoots for a takedown but Bitok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD2#
Bitok scores with a takedown into Buktot's guard.
Bitok seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Buktot is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bitok is in Buktot's guard.#T3#
Bitok seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture.
Bitok pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Buktot is keeping the position for now. #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.
Buktot pulls Bitok in to control the position.
Bitok loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Buktot seems keen to control Bitok's posture.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Bitok sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok throws a half hearted mid kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Bitok throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bitok is in Buktot's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Buktot looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Buktot avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kulata Bitok has got the better of the ground game so far.
Buktot controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself. #T1#
Bitok won't allow Buktot to sweep him here.
Buktot wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bitok slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bitok misses with a takedown
and Buktot counters with a good, hard body kick but Bitok shrugs it off. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok misses with a takedown
and Buktot counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Buktot closes the distance and clinches up with Bitok, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes Bitok against the cage but Bitok circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Buktot counters with a good, hard body kick but Bitok shrugs it off.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD#
Buktot manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bitok on his heels. He'll look to pass Bitok's guard now, I'm sure.#T3#
Bitok seems keen to control Buktot's posture.
Buktot content to stall in guard here.
Bitok utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #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.
Buktot working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Bitok has his hands on Buktot's head, controlling the position.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot won't allow Bitok to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Buktot 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 28:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 08, 2022
#R1#
Hoodwell fails to land the takedown.
KJ Hoodwell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Hoodwell drives through with a takedown into Bitok's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Bitok is adopting a defensive guard.
Hoodwell wants to pass the guard but Bitok is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoodwell with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoodwell accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hoodwell wants to get up but he can't break Bitok's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Hoodwell postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bitok is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bitok preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hoodwell throwing strikes but missing.
Hoodwell stopping the sweep attempt from Bitok.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hoodwell postures up in Bitok's guard and throws a big left but Bitok blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hoodwell avoids it really well and circles away.
Hoodwell was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Hoodwell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hoodwell avoids it really well and circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hoodwell.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Hoodwell!
Bitok showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hoodwell. #T4#
Hoodwell shoots in looking for a takedown but Bitok manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hoodwell's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KJ Hoodwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
Hoodwell jabs Bitok to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Hoodwell has closed the distance and engaged Bitok in a clinch. #BC#
Hoodwell breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KJ Hoodwell dominated that round.
That's time! Hoodwell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Hoodwell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Hoodwell circles away easily#TD#
and Hoodwell counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Hoodwell seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hoodwell thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bitok's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hoodwell looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hoodwell keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1#
Bitok is trying to maintain the position but Hoodwell is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Hoodwell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Hoodwell looks for a takedown but Bitok sprawls well.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hoodwell as he avoids it easily.
Hoodwell throws a sloppy head kick and Bitok moves out of range easily.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hoodwell blocks it well.#TD#
Hoodwell scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Hoodwell thows a huge punch but Bitok dodges it nicely.
Bitok is trying to control but can't. #T3#
Hoodwell keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hoodwell throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SU#
Hoodwell stands up and beckons Bitok to join him on the feet.
Bitok is breathing heavily.
Hoodwell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.#CL#
Hoodwell instigates a clinch. #BC#
Hoodwell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hoodwell lands a two punch combo. #KD#
Hoodwell drops Bitok with a nice combination! Hoodwell dives into Bitok's guard, looking to finish! #ROC#Bitok is rocked!#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hoodwell in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bitok is still in real trouble! Can Hoodwell finish him?
Bitok is trying to keep Hoodwell in close.
Bitok seems to have recovered his senses.
Hoodwell's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SU#
Hoodwell stands and steps away. Bitok gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL#
Hoodwell has Bitok up against the cage in a clinch.
Hoodwell with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Hoodwell is defending well against a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KJ Hoodwell dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3##KD#
Hoodwell lands a head kick that stumbles Bitok and the fighters go to the mat.
Hoodwell looking to sit in guard and control but Bitok gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Hoodwell has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Bitok has passed into side control.
Hoodwell can't do much from the bottom here.
Hoodwell tries to escape but Bitok is in control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hoodwell tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Hoodwell gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hoodwell trying to hold on to Bitok's head to control him but Bitok postures up.
Hoodwell makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hoodwell.#ES#
Hoodwell scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Bitok shoots in and drives through. Hoodwell sprawls well.
KJ Hoodwell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Bitok stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bitok wants it to stay on the feet.
Hoodwell lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bitok circles away quickly and effectively.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hoodwell blocks it well.
Hoodwell dives in and grabs Bitok's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes down on Hoodwell's head and hops out.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
Hoodwell lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Bitok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hoodwell defends well and Bitok ends up having to push Hoodwell into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bitok takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Hoodwell feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hoodwell stays in close to Bitok's body and controls the position.
Bitok is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Hoodwell controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hoodwell trying to control the position from guard on top but Bitok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hoodwell works over Bitok with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SU#
Hoodwell stands up from Bitok's guard - Hoodwell perhaps looking for a knockout.
Bitok defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hoodwell.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hoodwell blocks it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KJ Hoodwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hoodwell throws a head kick but Bitok moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Bitok's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hoodwell throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #TD#
Bitok gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hoodwell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
KJ Hoodwell is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hoodwell is stalling in the full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
KJ Hoodwell showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hoodwell 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 Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:26
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:26
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... KJ Hoodwell!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 02, 2022
#R1#
Bitok goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Coloradas is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Mangas Coloradas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Coloradas scores with a knee to the head. #BC#
Coloradas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Coloradas closes the distance and pushes Bitok back into the cage.
Coloradas keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bitok's efforts to push away.
Coloradas scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC#
Coloradas breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Coloradas buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Coloradas. That's going to slow Bitok down. #T1#
Coloradas fails to land with a series of punches.
Coloradas lands a right hook to the body.
Coloradas bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bitok shoots for a takedown but Coloradas saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Coloradas lands a slapping body shot.
Coloradas scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A nice leg kick from Coloradas, right into the meat of the thigh.
Coloradas catches Bitok with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#KD#
Coloradas cracks Bitok with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Coloradas has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Bitok to stand back up!#ROC#Bitok is rocked!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Coloradas digs a good body shot into Bitok's ribs.
Coloradas lands with an overhand left.
Bitok shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Coloradas counters with a stiff right hand.
Bitok is still on wobbly legs! Can Coloradas finish him?
Mangas Coloradas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#CL#
Coloradas clinches.
Bitok seems to have recovered his senses.
Coloradas connects with a nasty looking knee right to Bitok's face.
Coloradas working Bitok over with knees to the body.
Bitok looks winded!
Coloradas throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bitoks head.
Coloradas utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#KD#
Coloradas drops Bitok with a big knee straight up the middle! Bitok is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC#Bitok is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Kulata Bitok has been cut.
Mangas Coloradas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Bitok ducks into an uppercut from Coloradas and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mangas Coloradas!
Mangas Coloradas decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 24, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot goes for a double leg but Bitok avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bitok continues to drive forward.
Bitok only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Buktot has Bitok pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bitok manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bitok is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Buktot is defending well.
Buktot gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bitok.
Bitok is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bitok tightens his grip and picks Buktot up, before dumping him to the ground. Buktot manages to land in guard.
Buktot wants to sweep here but Bitok controlling him for the moment.
Bitok trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Buktot seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T2#
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Buktot throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bitok escapes and throws Buktot's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Buktot is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Buktot being controlled for a moment.
Buktot is trying to control Bitok's posture but Bitok avoids it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Buktot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nice sprawl there from Buktot as Bitok shoots in.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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#
Buktot leaves Bitok with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bitok doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Buktot counters with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Buktot throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bitok was covering up waiting for the punch and Buktot finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bitok can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Buktot controls the pace.#T1#
Buktot seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bitok for as long as he can get away with.
Buktot being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Buktot trying to control the position from guard on top but Bitok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bitok avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Buktot slaps away a takedown attempt from Bitok, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD#
Buktot scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T4#
Bitok tries to bench press Buktot off him but Buktot keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on Bitok's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bitok is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Buktot is staying active.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Buktot's guard.
Bitok stays in close to Buktot's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Buktot managing to control the position. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buktot tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bitok counters with a nice kick to the body. #T3#
Buktot with a poor takedown
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense.
Buktot is looking to counter with a body kick.#TD2#
Bitok looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Buktot wants to get back to his feet but Bitok passes into half guard. #T4##REVR#
Buktot is trying is best to control the position here.
Bitok is controlling the pace.
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.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 17, 2022
#R1#
Bitok avoids the body shot from Morales.
Bitok is looking to counter with head kicks.
Horrible takedown attempt by Morales or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad.
Bitok was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Morales shoots in but no luck this time.
Morales comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Morales moves in looking to clinch but Bitok pushes him off.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.#CL2#
Morales has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Morales breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Morales rushes Bitok and presses him up against the cage.
Come on Morales - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #BC2#
Morales breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Morales throws a lazy head kick
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick. #CL2#
Morales has taken the fight to the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Morales.
Morales stalling against the cage.
Morales goes for a takedown attempt but Bitok pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Miles Morales.
Morales shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bitok sprawls well. Bitok wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Morales gets slowly back to his feet.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T2#
Morales tries to clinch up but Bitok circles away and keeps his distance.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Morales tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bitok swivels and escapes.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Nice takedown defense from Morales. No joy for Bitok on that attempt.
Morales is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Morales throws a half hearted mid kick.
Morales fails with a takedown attempt.
Morales tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bitok swats him away and circles back towards the center.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Morales. #T3#
Bitok is trying hard to land a takedown here. Morales sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Morales gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bitok to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Morales trying to keep a closed guard but Bitok is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Morales had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bitok defends it easily.
Morales is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bitok is controlling him. #T4#
Bitok being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Morales looking for subs off his back but Bitok has passed one foot through into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morales makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Morales.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Miles Morales will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Morales looks to land a body kick but Bitok moved away.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Morales shoots for a takedown but Bitok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bitok uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Morales.
A head kick misses from Morales.
Miles Morales is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Morales napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Morales throws Bitok to one side and escapes!
Morales tries to close the distance and clinch but Bitok swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Morales tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bitok swivels and escapes.
A nice inside leg kick there by Morales. That's going to slow Bitok down.
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!
Nice takedown defense from Bitok. No joy for Morales on that attempt.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Miles Morales.#T1#
Morales tries to clinch up but Bitok circles away and keeps his distance.
Bitok tried to counter with a leg kick but Morales avoided it.#CL2#
Morales fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bitok, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Morales breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bitok looks for a takedown but Morales sprawls well.
Bitok checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bitok throws a big counter combination but Morales scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD#
Bitok gets the takedown into side control.
Morales tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bitok wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bitok wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morales keeps working. #T2#
Morales is looking to regain half guard here but Bitok keeps moving and retains side control.
Bitok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Morales on the ground.
You can see the frustration on Morales's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bitok trying to control the position but Morales is working away.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Morales is letting Bitok control him for a moment. #T3#
Morales is trying to get back to half guard.
Morales is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Morales is trying is best to control the position here.
Morales wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Morales feints the counter takedown.
Morales shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense.
Morales is breathing heavily.#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.
Morales looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Bitok shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Morales manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Bitok loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Morales wants to sweep here but Bitok controlling him for the moment.
Bitok throwing strikes but missing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Miles Morales will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Morales tries to clinch up.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Morales is pushing Bitok up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Morales stalls.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morales is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A hook to the body from Morales. #T1#
Morales can't get the takedown.
Morales has Bitok pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bitok manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Miles Morales.
Morales content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Morales is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Morales lands a damaging elbow.
Bitok has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Morales avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Bitok is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Morales is defending well.#TD2#
Morales pulls guard.
Morales wants to sweep here but Bitok controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Morales pulls Bitok in to control the position.
Morales takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Morales wants to stand but Bitok is controlling the position.
Bitok preventing the sweep.
Bitok trying to control the position from guard on top but Morales is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bitok is really struggling to control Morales but he's trying to hold on to the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T3#
Bitok slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Morales tries for a takedown but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bitok blocks a head kick by Morales.
Bitok misses with an attempted mid kick.
It seemed like Morales was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bitok keeps the fight on the outside.
Bitok tries to counter with a takedown but Morales is quick to defend against it.
Morales shoots for a takedown but Bitok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Morales just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBitok.
Morales doesn't manage to clinch there - Bitok circles away.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Morales throws a sloppy head kick and Bitok moves out of range easily. #T4#
Morales looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bitok seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Morales throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Bitok shoots in and bounces Morales off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Morales is wriggling around but Bitok manages to pass to half guard.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REVB#
Morales is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Morales avoid being mounted?

And that's the end of the fight!
Miles Morales comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Morales 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Miles Morales!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 10, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Bitok throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bass was covering up waiting for the punch and Bitok finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bass is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bitok defends well.#SUB2#
Bass working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bitok doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Bass is tightening it up a little... Bitok has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Bitok reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Bitok taps out! Nice BJJ there by Bass!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Barry Bass!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 04, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok shoots in but Buktot avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up with Buktot, looking for a takedown. Bitok pushes Buktot against the cage but Buktot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Bitok decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot trying to control but Bitok postures up.
Bitok trying to control the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Bitok is thwarting Buktot's attempts to control the position.
Buktot blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bitok. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Bitok slows the pace down in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Buktot did well to prevent Bitok getting side control.
Buktot trying to control from the bottom. #T3#
Bitok takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Buktot is looking to improve his position.
Bitok is controlling the pace.
Buktot trying to control here. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
No luck for Bitok with that takedown attempt.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok fails with the takedown
and Buktot counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Buktot.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok shoots for a takedown but Buktot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.#TD2#
Bitok is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Buktot's half guard.#T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok is keeping busy.
Bitok wants to take a breather but Buktot is having none of it.
Buktot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.
Bitok seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Buktot does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Buktot is positioning himself well to prevent Bitok advancing to mount.
Buktot is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nice takedown defense from Buktot. No joy for Bitok on that attempt.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Buktot's guard.#T3#
Bitok not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Buktot looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there.
Bitok seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Bitok trying to control the position from guard on top but Buktot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bitok won't allow Buktot to sweep him here.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Bitok shoots in and drives through. Buktot sprawls well.
Nice takedown defense from Buktot. No joy for Bitok on that attempt.
Bitok defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buktot.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown but Buktot manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bitok's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Buktot defends well and Bitok ends up having to push Buktot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Buktot is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bitok sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.#T1#
Buktot with a poor takedown
and Bitok makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Buktot really felt that one!
Buktot changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bitok tries to avoid it but Buktot manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bitok to the ground. Bitok escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
And Bitok tries to counter it with a takedown but Buktot pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl out of it but Bitok keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buktot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Buktot as he jumps to the side.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T3##TD#
Buktot scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Buktot misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot postures up.#T4#
Bitok is not content to let Buktot control the position.
Buktot working away.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Check out the look on Buktot's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 28, 2022
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Pearson misses the target.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Pearson throws a hook but Bitok avoids it easily.
It looked like Bitok was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bitok displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pearson throws out the jab.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Pearson circles away easily
letting Pearson counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pearson looks to land a left hand but Bitok moved out of range nicely.
Greg Pearson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Pearson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Pearson showed some decent athleticism there.
Pearson trying to pass the guard but Bitok defending well. #T1#
Pearson throwing shots but Bitok is blocking nicely.
Pearson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Pearson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bitok is trying to maintain the position but Pearson is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Pearson is working for a submission of some sort.
Pearson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bitok is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Pearson seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Bitok is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Greg Pearson!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 20, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok is thwarting Buktot's attempts to control the position.
Buktot is controlling Bitok's trapped leg to prevent Bitok from advancing to side control.
Buktot avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bitok.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok is keeping busy.
Bitok content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Buktot has hold of Bitok's hands but Bitok slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bitok trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Bitok gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T2#
Buktot won't allow Bitok to sweep him here.
Buktot showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Buktot throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T3#
Buktot controls from within his opponent's guard.
Buktot looking to sit in guard and control but Bitok gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Buktot trying to control the position.
Bitok stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Buktot swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Buktot has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bitok shoots for a double leg takedown but Buktot sprawls well. He's pushed Bitok's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bitok has his takedown stuffed
and Buktot counters with a two punch combo. #TD2#
Bitok fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Buktot to the ground. Bitok is now in Buktot's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot wants to sweep but no luck.
Buktot keeping moving, preventing Bitok from controlling successfully.
Kulata Bitok has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Bitok showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage.
Bitok is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Buktot throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Bitok controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Buktot decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Bitok is positioning himself well to prevent Buktot advancing to mount. #T3#
Buktot not doing much here.
Buktot is stalling here. Bitok is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Buktot seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Bitok has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Bitok controls the position from side control.#T4#
Bitok working away.
Bitok is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Buktot will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot can't do much from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Buktot lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bitok's sensitive parts. #TD#
Buktot shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bitok is trying to defend but Buktot finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Buktot trying to control from half guard but Bitok is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Buktot prevents Bitok from improving his position.
Well, if Buktot is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Bitok is holding on to half guard well.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bitok wants to control but Buktot passes into side.
You can see the frustration on Bitok's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Bitok dives in and scores a takedown into Buktot's guard.#T3#
Bitok is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Buktot tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bitok has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 13, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bitok has a takedown stuffed.
Buktot throws a big counter combination but Bitok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok with a poor takedown
and Buktot counters with a nice kick to the body.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Buktot is defended easily by Bitok.#T1##TD#
Buktot drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Bitok is pulling down on Buktot's head. It's preventing any offense from Buktot, at least for the moment.#T2#
Buktot missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bitok is controlling Buktot's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Buktot is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Bitok seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.#T4#
Buktot postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok controlling Buktot's posture.
Buktot's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Buktot looking to sit in guard and control but Bitok gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Buktot, which made it look bad.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.#TD#
Buktot closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bitok did well to prevent Buktot getting side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Buktot prevents Bitok from standing back up. #T1#
Bitok is doing well to control the position and prevent Buktot from advancing to side control.
Buktot not doing much here.
Buktot working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Bitok's thigh. Bitok counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot passes Bitok's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Bitok has his hands clasped together around Buktot's back. He's all about the action.
Bitok wants to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.#TD#
Buktot is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bitok's half guard.
Bitok is trying to control but can't. #T4#
Buktot looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Bitok keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Bitok trying to control but Buktot postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bitok.
Buktot jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Buktot darts in looking for a takedown but Bitok gets double underhooks and turns Buktot into the cage.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
Bitok is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Buktot pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Buktot fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught napping as Bitok dives in and scores a takedown. Buktot manages to retain guard.#T1#
Buktot wants to sweep but no luck.
Bitok trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Buktot has control of Bitok's left arm, preventing Bitok from doing any damage.
Buktot utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bitok content to stall in guard here.
Buktot is trying to control the position but Bitok postures up.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?
Bitok being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buktot circles away.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.#T3#
Bitok dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.
Buktot throws a big counter combination but Bitok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
Buktot closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.
Buktot fails to land the takedown.
Bitok is looking for the big counter here.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot 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!
Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Buktot 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 06, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Nice takedown defense from Buktot. No joy for Bitok on that attempt. #TD#
Buktot shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bitok has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Buktot is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bitok.
Buktot is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Bitok is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Buktot being controlled here momentarily.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok 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.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Buktot shoots in looking for a takedown. Bitok tries to sprawl out of it but Buktot keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bitok manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.#T3#
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick.
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.
Bitok tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buktot swivels and escapes.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Buktot.
Buktot closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bitok as he jumps to the side.
Bitok throws a counter combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot 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#
Buktot looks for a takedown but Bitok sprawls well.
Buktot takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Buktot with that takedown attempt.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Buktot counters with a nice body kick.
Buktot will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitok dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Bitok's head and hops out.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Buktot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Buktot changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around?#TD#
Buktot manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bitok on his heels. He'll look to pass Bitok's guard now, I'm sure.
Buktot controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bitok not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Buktot showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bitok has his hands on Buktot's head, controlling the position.
Bitok is trying to control the position but Buktot postures up. #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.
Bitok has Buktot pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Buktot closes the distance and clinches up with Bitok, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes Bitok against the cage but Bitok circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bitok shoots in but Buktot avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot 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#
Buktot will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buktot blocks it well.
Buktot fails to land the takedown.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bitok.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bitok is defended easily by Buktot.
Buktot throws a big counter combination but Bitok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T1#
Buktot looks for a takedown but Bitok sprawls well.
Bitok counters with a body kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD2#
Bitok decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T3#
Bitok stalling.
Buktot has hold of Bitok's hands but Bitok slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Buktot is trying to control but can't.
Bitok performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dawindi Buktot 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!
Bitok not landing any meaningful shots this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Buktot 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 03, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Salvacion shoots in for a takedown but Bitok shows good takedown defense.
Bitok went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD#
Bitok closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Bitok in side control, just content to control the action for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salvacion is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Bitok trying to control the position but Salvacion is working away.
Bitok controlling from side mount.
Bitok's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Salvacion is trying to control Bitok's posture but Bitok avoids it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bitok tries for a takedown but Salvacion sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Salvacion counters with a body kick.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt.#T3##TD2#
Salvacion closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Bitok is being controlled here.
Bitok is looking for a sweep.
Salvacion controls the position.
Salvacion working away.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Salvacion on his heels. He'll look to pass Salvacion's guard now, I'm sure.
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 Kulata Bitok will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Bitok looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Salvacion is fending him off so far but Bitok persists. Nope, Salvacion circles away and we're back to standing.
Salvacion steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#TD#
Bitok manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Salvacion on his heels. He'll look to pass Salvacion's guard now, I'm sure.
Bitok showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bitok is fighting to break Salvacion's control of his arms but Salvacion is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Salvacion controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bitok is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bitok content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bitok. #TD#
Bitok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bitok seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Salvacion does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Bitok tries to stand and escape but Salvacion is controlling the position.
Bitok trying to control the pace.
Salvacion is trying is best to control the position here.
Bitok controlling the action here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok prevents Salvacion from improving his position.
Salvacion desperately trying to maintain half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Salvacion's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that second round.
That's time! Bitok's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Salvacion shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bitok drops down looking for a counter takedown but Salvacion sprawls and moves away.
Bitok stuffs the takedown.
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And Salvacion responds with a good body kick, but Bitok manages to step out the way in time.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Salvacion makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bitok really felt that one!#TD2#
Bitok gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Salvacion to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Salvacion is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
Bitok has control of Salvacion's left arm, preventing Salvacion from doing any damage.
Bitok can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Salvacion controls the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Bitok looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kulata Bitok overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bitok is pulling down on Salvacion's head to control his posture.
Bitok looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok fails with the takedown.
Salvacion steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Salvacion replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bitok blocks it well.#TD#
Bitok closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Salvacion's guard.
Clifford Val Salvacion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Salvacion has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bitok can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.

And that's the end of the fight!
Clifford Val Salvacion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bitok 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 29, 2022
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Salvacion has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Bitok content to stall in guard here.
Salvacion is pulling down on Bitok's head. It's preventing any offense from Bitok, at least for the moment.
Bitok is looking to work some ground and pound but Salvacion has wrist control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD2#
Bitok fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Salvacion sprawls well initially but Bitok persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Bitok controlling the pace.
Salvacion is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Salvacion avoid being mounted?
Bitok seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Salvacion trying to control but Bitok postures up. #T3#
Salvacion is holding on to half guard well.
Salvacion has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.
Bitok not landing any meaningful shots this time. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Salvacion napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Salvacion is looking to reverse the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Salvacion tries to kick Bitok off but Bitok keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Bitok not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Salvacion trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Salvacion fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bitok avoids it really well and circles away.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Salvacion blocks it well.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD2#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bitok passes into half guard.
Salvacion keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Bitok performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Salvacion has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.
Bitok controlling the pace.
Salvacion is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Salvacion avoid being mounted?
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bitok throws the kick towards the body but Salvacion avoids it.
Salvacion is looking to counter with head kicks.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Salvacion's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Salvacion shoots in and drives through. Bitok sprawls well.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.#TD2#
Bitok fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Salvacion sprawls well initially but Bitok persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Salvacion has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bitok is working away from the top position though.
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Kulata Bitok has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salvacion is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Salvacion has his hands clasped together around Bitok's back. He's all about the action.
Bitok slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Salvacion is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Salvacion shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Salvacion napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bitok is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T3#
Salvacion wants to control but Bitok postures up.
Bitok just content to control the position.
Bitok trying to control the position but Salvacion is working away.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bitok wants to control for a moment but Salvacion uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Bitok controlling the action here.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Clifford Val Salvacion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#TD2#
Bitok scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bitok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 26:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 26:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

 

 
 
 
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