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Event:
Cobra Kai: No Mercy 7
Date: Apr 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Power or perhaps it was just good defense by McLaughlin, which made it look bad. #CL2#
Power moves into the clinch.#TD#
McLaughlin turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw 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.
Power is looking to work his way out of this bad position but McLaughlin is controlling him well.#SUB#
McLaughlin tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
McLaughlin tries for a kimura but Power is defending well.
McLaughlin is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McLaughlin working away.
Power is trying to get back to half guard.
Power wants to get back to his feet but McLaughlin drags him back down.#T1#
Power takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Power is trying to control McLaughlin's posture but McLaughlin avoids it.
McLaughlin tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Power tries to escape but McLaughlin is in control.
McLaughlin lands a decent elbow from side control.
McLaughlin has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
McLaughlin tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
McLaughlin lands a few punches from side control.
Power can't do much from the bottom here.
Power takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Power takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
McLaughlin lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB#
McLaughlin wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Power, who protects the arm well. #T2##SUB#
McLaughlin tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Power is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked McLaughlin off and has taken his back!
Power wants to control but McLaughlin is keeping busy.
Power might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control McLaughlin haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McLaughlin tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Power looking to control but McLaughlin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
McLaughlin is looking to improve his position but Power isn't that keen on the idea.
McLaughlin has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McLaughlin regains half guard.#T3#
McLaughlin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McLaughlin really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
McLaughlin keeping moving, preventing Power from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McLaughlin pulls Power in close to prevent any damage.
Power tries to free his leg and advance position but McLaughlin is retaining full guard.
McLaughlin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Power manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T4#
McLaughlin scoring with punches to the head and body.
Power really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McLaughlin. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
McLaughlin drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. McLaughlin seems to have locked his on tight now - Power screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for McLaughlin, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Francis McLaughlin! |
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Event:
Cobra Kai: No Mercy 2
Date: Mar 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Power throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Power's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Embry connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Power scrambles back to his feet.
Power throws a head kick but Embry moves out of range.
Embry connects with a jab.
Embry cracks Power with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Embry throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Embry sizes up Power with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Power fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Embry sprawls well initially but Power persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Embry manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Power misses the jab.#CL#
Power clinches with his opponent.
Power is looking to take this one to the mat.
Power trying to stall but Embry improves his position.
Embry pressing his opponent against the cage.
Power trying to land knees to the body.
#T1##TD#
Power wants the takedown. Embry is fighting it off but Power persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Embry's guard against the cage.
Power trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Embry really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Power. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Embry wants to stand and escape but Power is having none of it.
Power sitting in guard, not really doing much. #ES2#
Embry wriggles free and stands up.
Power misses with a left hand
and Embry counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Embry jabs at Power's body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Embry slips under a jab.#T2#
Embry circles away from the clinch attempt.
A nice side step and Embry releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Power is breathing heavily.
Power fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Embry avoids it really well and circles away.
Embry looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Power jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Embry lands a body shot.
Power tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Power takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Power is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Embry.
Power fails in his attempt to clinch.
Embry swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Embry changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Embry lands the left hand.
Embry with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Power shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Embry defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Punch Power. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Embry lands a nice shot to the body.
Power walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Embry connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Power takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Embry lands with a straight right. Power didn't see that one coming.
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Power takes one on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power closes this distance looking for a takedown but Embry circles away.
Embry lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#T4#
Power doesn't manage to clinch there - Embry circles away.
Power takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Power takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Embry cracks Power with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Embry lands with a cross.
Embry cracks Power with an open hand slap.
Power takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Embry lands a head shot.
Embry scores with a jab to the jaw.
Embry has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Power fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Power gets a clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Power's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Embry blocks a head kick by Power.
Embry misses with the combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mateo Embry dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Embry digs a good hook to Power's body.
Embry on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
No luck for Power with that takedown attempt.
Power tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Embry counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mateo Embry seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good shot there by Power.
Power is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Embry avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Embry, as that shot connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power tries to clinch but Embry moves away
and Embry counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Embry lands with a good body shot.
Embry uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Embry paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
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!
Embry swats away the attempt to clinch by Power.
Embry swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Embry lands with a right hand.
Power throws a sloppy head kick
and Embry counters with a nice body shot.
A combination from Power does no damage. #CL#
Power moves into the clinch successfully.
Embry can't break the clinch.
Embry is trying to push Power away but Power has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Power's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Embry throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
Power wants to clinch.
Embry dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Power connects with a crisp jab.
Some wild striking there from Embry.
A left lands for Embry.
Embry works Power's body with a nice hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Power shoots for a takedown but Embry saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Embry will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Embry has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Power finds it's way round the side to connect with Embry's head.
Embry is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Embry sizes up Power with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Power with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Embry to score with a decent uppercut.#T3#
A combination from Embry does no damage.
Power looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Embry was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Power slips a jab and a cross from Embry.
Embry has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Embry jabs Power to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Embry blocks a head kick by Power.
Power walks into a jab.
Embry scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Embry keeps the fight on the outside.
Power takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The fighters circling - Embry throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Power lands a jab-cross combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Embry avoids the head kick by Power.
The fight stays on the outside here - Power looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Embry unleashes a big counter combination but Power bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T4#
Embry lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Embry moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Embry scores with a hook to the body. Power takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Power avoids the body shot from Embry.
Power wants to clinch up but Embry keeps it at a distance.
Power closes this distance looking for a takedown but Embry circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Punch Power. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Power tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Embry counters with a nice uppercut.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Embry paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Embry looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Power misses with an uppercut
and Embry counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Power moves forwards but Embry connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mateo Embry 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#
Embry keeps the fight on the outside.
Power takes one on the button.
Embry connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Power momentarily.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Embry paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Power moves in looking to clinch but Embry pushes him off.
Embry looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Power tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Embry counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Power misses with an uppercut
and Embry counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Power doesn't manage to clinch there - Embry circles away.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Embry scores with a jab to the jaw.
Embry with a hook.
Embry takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Power tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Embry lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T1#
Power takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Power jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Embry scores with a jab to the jaw.
Embry defending well as Power loads up on a big left hand.
Donk. Power catches Embry right on the button with a cross.
Power is looking to clinch.
Power tries to clinch but Embry is having none of it.
Embry throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Power.
A little feinted left hand from Power on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Power will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Embry lands with a good body shot.
Good shot there by Embry.
Power tries to clinch up but Embry circles away and keeps his distance.
Embry throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Power tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Embry manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Embry misses with a straight left.
Power slips a jab from Embry.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters circle momentarily. Power darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Embry swats away the attempt to clinch by Power.
Embry tests Power's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Power moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Embry breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Embry swats away the attempt to clinch by Power.
Power shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Embry pinned against the cage. Embry gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T3#
Embry with a hook.
Power is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Embry throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Power stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Power staying out of range there.
Power doesn't manage to clinch there - Embry circles away.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up but Embry swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A looping hook to the body misses from Embry. Power does a little dance to reset his feet.
Power wants to clinch.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
Good standup being displayed there by Embry as he connects with a hook.#CL#
Power darts in and clinches Embry up against the cage.
Power goes for a takedown attempt but Embry pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Embry takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Embry ducks under a wild hook from Power.
Power avoids a punch combination nicely.
Embry cracks Power with an open hand slap.
Mateo Embry is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Power wants to clinch up but Embry keeps it at a distance.
Embry lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Punch Power has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Embry takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mateo Embry comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Embry 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mateo Embry!
A very excited looking Mateo Embry 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. |
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Event:
Cobra Kai: No Mercy 1
Date: Mar 04, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Bang shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bang is nestled in close to Power, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bang keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Power has hold of Bang's hands but Bang slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Power has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bang is working away from the top position though.
Bang takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bang prevents Power from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bang scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Power knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bang on the ground.
Power on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Power trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Ground and pound from Bang.
Bang seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bang is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Bang is trying for a kimura here. Power looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Bang wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bing Bang!
After winning the bout, Bing Bang thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
AVKT 12: Justice Vs Norddahl
Date: Feb 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Tyson fails with the takedown
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice sprawl there from Power as Tyson shoots in.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Power! But no joy.
Power listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A head kick misses from Power.
Power tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyson swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Power clinches with his opponent.
Tyson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Our sources have told us that Tyson has been working on his elbows in the gym.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andrew Tyson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Power manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tyson's head.
Power throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Power tries to clinch up but Tyson circles away and keeps his distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tyson shoots in but Power avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Tyson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD2#
and Power counters with a head kick that drops Tyson to the mat! Tyson scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC2#Tyson is rocked!
Tyson is breathing heavily.
Power drops Tyson with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Tyson! Power dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Punch Power!
Andrew Tyson spoke after the fight, saying 'imma fight again idc '. |
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Event:
AVKT 8: Justice vs Chicane
Date: Jan 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Miranda Sanchez shoots and misses #TD2#
and Power counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Power distracts Miranda Sanchez with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Power with a flurry of punches that miss.
Miranda Sanchez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Miranda Sanchez manages to escape and get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Power misses.
Power shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Miranda Sanchez sprawls well. Miranda Sanchez wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Power gets slowly back to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Miranda Sanchez.
Power is looking for the big counter here.#T1#
Power misses with a head kick.
Nice sprawl there from Power as Miranda Sanchez shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Juan Cesar Miranda Sanchez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Power misses with a head kick.
Jab by Miranda Sanchez.
Miranda Sanchez shoots for a double leg takedown but Power sprawls well. He's pushed Miranda Sanchez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Power is looking to clinch.
Miranda Sanchez circles away from the clinch attempt.
Miranda Sanchez closes the distance and clinches up with Power, looking for a takedown. Miranda Sanchez pushes Power against the cage but Power circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Miranda Sanchez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Power sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Miranda Sanchez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Power avoids it really well and circles away.
Miranda Sanchez is breathing heavily.
Miranda Sanchez with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Power counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Power. #TD2#
Power has hold of one of Miranda Sanchez's legs. Miranda Sanchez is fighting the takedown attempt but Power gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Miranda Sanchez manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Miranda Sanchez controls the action.
#T2##BC2#
Power manages to break the clinch.
Miranda Sanchez closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miranda Sanchez is defended easily by Power.
Decent striking displayed by Power there.
Power tries to clinch but Miranda Sanchez is having none of it.
Power wants to clinch
and Miranda Sanchez counters with a series of strikes. Power will be more careful next time no doubt.
Power darts in looking for a takedown but Miranda Sanchez gets double underhooks and turns Power into the cage.
Miranda Sanchez really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Miranda Sanchez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Power sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Power lands the left hand.
Power lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#ROC2#Miranda Sanchez is rocked!#T3#
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Oh Miranda Sanchez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Power pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Miranda Sanchez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
No luck for Miranda Sanchez with that takedown attempt.
Miranda Sanchez walks into a stiff left hand from Power.
Power is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Miranda Sanchez.
It looked like Miranda Sanchez was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Miranda Sanchez misses with a takedown attempt - Power sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Power tries to clinch but Miranda Sanchez is having none of it.
Miranda Sanchez seems to have got his legs back now.
Miranda Sanchez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Power sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Power will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
No luck for Miranda Sanchez with that takedown attempt.
Miranda Sanchez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Power shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Miranda Sanchez tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Power manages to circle out of the way.
Miranda Sanchez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Power leaves Miranda Sanchez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Juan Cesar Miranda Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Miranda Sanchez enables Power to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Miranda Sanchez manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Miranda Sanchez manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Power is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Miranda Sanchez is keeping busy.
Miranda Sanchez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Miranda Sanchez looking for a takedown. #BC#
Miranda Sanchez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Miranda Sanchez fails to land the takedown.
Power will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Miranda Sanchez is looking for a counter combo.
Miranda Sanchez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Punch Power dominated that round.
That's time! Miranda Sanchez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A combination from Miranda Sanchez does no damage.
Power lands a head kick!
#TD#
Miranda Sanchez drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Power is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Power is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power is trying to work for a sweep but Miranda Sanchez has mounted him!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Power is looking to improve his position but Miranda Sanchez isn't that keen on the idea.#T1#
Miranda Sanchez throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Power is breathing heavily.
Miranda Sanchez raining down hammerfists from mount.
Miranda Sanchez throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Miranda Sanchez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Miranda Sanchez throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Miranda Sanchez throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#T2#
Miranda Sanchez looking to finish Power with some ground and pound. This is bad for Power!
Miranda Sanchez thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Power is looking to get to half guard.
Power blocking the ground and pound.
Power is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Miranda Sanchez throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Miranda Sanchez looking to ground and pound but Power is blocking nicely.
Miranda Sanchez working away from the top, dropping strikes.#T3#
Power is looking to get to half guard.
Miranda Sanchez thowing shots but they're missing.
Miranda Sanchez lands a heavy elbow.
Miranda Sanchez lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Miranda Sanchez throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Miranda Sanchez with the ground and pound from mount.
Miranda Sanchez lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#T4#
Miranda Sanchez thowing shots but they're missing.
Miranda Sanchez controlling his opponent.
Miranda Sanchez throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Power keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Miranda Sanchez unloads with some shots from mount but Power bucks and avoids them well.
Power is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Juan Cesar Miranda Sanchez 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#
Miranda Sanchez shoots in for a takedown but Power shows good takedown defense.
Power feints the counter takedown.
Miranda Sanchez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Power sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Power misses with a head kick.
Miranda Sanchez darts in looking for a takedown but Power gets double underhooks and turns Miranda Sanchez into the cage.
Power throws a fast counter high kick but Miranda Sanchez manages to duck under it in time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Juan Cesar Miranda Sanchez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Power is working for takedown but Miranda Sanchez is calmly controlling the position for now.
Power is looking to break free of the clinch but Miranda Sanchez has double underhooks.
Power tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Miranda Sanchez just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Power 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.
Miranda Sanchez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Power avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Power instigates a clinch.
Power takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Miranda Sanchez wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Miranda Sanchez avoids a wild elbow strike from Power.
Power goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Miranda Sanchez lands a body shot.
Power can't find room to land a body shot as Miranda Sanchez controls the action.
#TD#
Miranda Sanchez jumps guard.
#ES#
Miranda Sanchez scrambles and gets back to his feet.
#TD2#
Power drives through with a takedown into Miranda Sanchez's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Miranda Sanchez manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power stalling in the clinch but Miranda Sanchez improves position.
Miranda Sanchez tries to break the clinch but Power is controlling the position.
Power has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC#
Miranda Sanchez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Miranda Sanchez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Power defends it nicely.
Power tries to counter with a clinch but Miranda Sanchez shakes him off and moves away.
Miranda Sanchez swinging wildly here.
Miranda Sanchez slips a jab from Power.
Miranda Sanchez shoots for a double leg takedown but Power sprawls well. He's pushed Miranda Sanchez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Power looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Power throws a head kick but Miranda Sanchez moves out of range.
#T3#
Miranda Sanchez fails with a takedown attempt.
Miranda Sanchez shoots and misses
and Power counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Miranda Sanchez avoids the head kick by Power.
Miranda Sanchez fails to land the takedown.
Power stuffs the takedown attempt from Miranda Sanchez. Miranda Sanchez gets slowly back to his feet.
Power lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Miranda Sanchez stuffs the takedown attempt from Power. Power gets slowly back to his feet.
Miranda Sanchez fails with the takedown.
Miranda Sanchez circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Power. No joy for Miranda Sanchez on that attempt. #T4#
Power tries to clinch up.
Juan Cesar Miranda Sanchez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Miranda Sanchez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Power displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Miranda Sanchez. #CL2#
Power rushes Miranda Sanchez and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Miranda Sanchez fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC2#
Power breaks the clinch.
Power doesn't manage to clinch there - Miranda Sanchez circles away.
Power moves in looking to clinch but Miranda Sanchez pushes him off.
Miranda Sanchez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Power sprawls well. Power wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Miranda Sanchez gets slowly back to his feet.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Miranda Sanchez paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Punch Power comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Power 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Punch Power! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Nep shoots in for a takedown but Power shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Nep forces Power back against the cage and clinches.
Nep scores with a hook to the body.
Nep is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Nep pulls Power into guard.
Power stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nep swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nep keeping moving, preventing Power from controlling successfully.
Nep is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Power is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nep tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nep controlling Power's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Nep'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.
Nep avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nep has Power pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Danga de danga de dang - Power scores with a four punch combination!
No luck for Power with that takedown attempt.
Nep steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Power.
Nep half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Punch Power seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Power closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Power lands in his opponent's guard.
Nep has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Power has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Nep controls his hands.
Power is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nep Nep. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Power is trying to break the clinch but Nep is controlling him.
Nep prevents the takedown attempt.
Nep goes for a takedown attempt but Power pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nep shoots in looking for a takedown. Power tries to sprawl out of it but Nep keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Power manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nep blocks a head kick by Power.
Nep walks into a left hand.
Nep steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Power.#T3#
Power tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nep swivels and escapes.
Nep swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Power looks winded!
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Power wants to clinch.
Nep dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Power. That did some damage!
Nep misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nep swats away the attempt to clinch by Power.
Nep takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T4#
Power throws a sloppy head kick and Nep moves out of range easily.
A big right from Power misses.
Nep takes one to the chin there.
Nep shoots in for a takedown but Power shows good takedown defense.
Nice defenses there by Nep.
Power tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Nep counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nep shoots in for a double leg but Power sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nep shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Power as he avoids it easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Power, as that shot connected.
#CL#
Nep closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
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!
Power has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Nep after a bit of a struggle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Punch Power dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nep shoots in for a takedown but Power shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Nep has closed the distance and engaged Power in a clinch.
Nep tries to score a body lock takedown but Power shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Nep wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nep Nep. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Nep breaks the clinch.
Nep blocks a head kick by Power.
#CL2#
Power closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nep lands a good knee to the midsection. Power won't want to take too many of those.
Nep gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Power.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Nep smiles and moves away.
Nep shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Power defends it nicely.#T1#
Power defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nep.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nep takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nep tries to move into range but Power moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A right-left combo lands from Power.
Power wants to clinch up but Nep keeps it at a distance.
Power misses with an uppercut.
Nep throws a quick counter head kick but Power was just out of range.
Nep slaps away a takedown attempt from Power, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nep misses with the combination.
Power tries to clinch but Nep is having none of it.
As Power looks to move away, Nep throws a big counter combo but Power just gets out of the way.#T2#
Nice uppercut there from Power.
Punch Power seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Power tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Power misses with the combination.
Nep fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Power with the counter takedown but Nep avoids it easily.#CL#
Nep clinches with his opponent.
Power has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
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!#BC#
Nep breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nep throws a nice head kick!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nep.
Nep has a takedown stuffed.
Power stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T3#
Power tries a head kick but it misses.
Nep Nep is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Nep shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Power napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Power is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nep will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Nep postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#SUB#
Nep tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Nep has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Power looking for a sweep but Nep has passed into full mount! Oh no!#T4#
Nep controlling his opponent.
Nep looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Nep throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Power because Nep loaded up on that one.
Nep controlling his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Punch Power will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Nep lands with a kick to the temple. Power shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Nep takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CL2#
Power forces Nep back against the cage and clinches.
Nep prevents a takedown attempt there.
Power wants to break free but Nep has control.
Nep using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Nep drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Power gets the underhooks and prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Nep's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Power tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Nice takedown defense from Power. No joy for Nep on that attempt.
Nep lands a slapping body shot.
Nep has his takedown stuffed
and Nep takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nep Nep. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Power tries to clinch but Nep moves away
and Nep counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Power is lucky that one didn't land flush. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Nep stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#TD#
Nep manages to pull guard.
Power lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Nep has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Power can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
Nep trying to control the position.
Power trying to control but Nep is working from the bottom.
Nep has his hands on Power's head, controlling the position. #T3#
Nep looking for a sweep. Not yet Nep, not yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nep misses with a takedown attempt
and Power counters with a nice uppercut.
Nep throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Power moves in looking to clinch but Nep pushes him off.
Power wants to clinch.
Nep was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Power shoots for a double leg takedown but Nep sprawls well. He's pushed Power's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Power throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4##CL#
Nep rushes Power and presses him up against the cage.
Power is trying to push Nep away but Nep has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Nep tries to score a body lock takedown but Power shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A frustrated look appears on Power's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nice elbow from Nep.
Nep tries for a takedown but Power manages to get underhooks.
Power tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A hook to the body from Nep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Power can't break the clinch.
#TD#
Nep jumps guard and drags Power to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Nep Nep has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Punch Power is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Nep looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Power passes into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nep Nep showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Power 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Punch Power! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 06, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice straight punches there by Power. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Power.
Power stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Power wants it to stay on the feet.
Beir lands a high kick!
Power missing with a left hand there. Beir was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Beir moves into the clinch successfully.
Power with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#TD#
Power pulls guard successfully.
#SUB#
Power is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Beir engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Beir 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.#SUB#
Power is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Beir showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1##SUB#
Power is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Beir tries to stand but Power is controlling from the bottom.
Beir controls from within his opponent's guard.
Beir trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Power being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Beir drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Beir as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Power screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Beir! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Deon Beir! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Power tries to clinch
and Beir counters with a series of strikes. Power will be more careful next time no doubt.
A head kick from Beir lands but Power takes it in his stride.
Punch Power seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Power tries to clinch but Beir moves away #TD2#
and Beir counters with a single leg into guard. Power didn't expect that.
Beir prevents Power from getting back to his feet.
Beir engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Power wants to sweep here but Beir controlling him for the moment.
Beir lands a couple of digs.
Beir passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Beir thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Power is looking to reverse the position.
Power is trying to escape the position but Beir is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Beir looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Power tries to buck Beir off but Beir is having none of it.#SU2#
Beir decides to stand back up. Beir steps back and let's Power get back to his feet.
Power tries to clinch but Beir is having none of it. #TD2#
Beir shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Beir stalling. #T2#
Power trying to control but Beir postures up.
Power wants to improve his position but Beir is controlling well.
Power is breathing heavily.#T3#
Beir looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Beir shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Power napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SU2#
Beir decides to stand up, so the ref orders Power to his feet. #CL2#
Beir rushes Power and presses him up against the cage.
Power jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Beir walks away with a smile on his face. Power gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Beir. #T4##SU2#
Beir has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #TD2#
Power tries to sprawl but Beir drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beir takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Beir seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Power is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Deon Beir! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 30, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
McKay closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
McKay jumps into guard, dragging Power to the mat.
Power trying to control but McKay is working from the bottom.
McKay controlling Power's posture.
Power preventing the sweep.
Power is fighting to break McKay's control of his arms but McKay is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
McKay 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power being controlled here momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Power won't allow McKay to sweep him here.
McKay bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Power's guard. #REVR#
Power has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but McKay has passed into side control.
Power is trying to control McKay's posture but McKay avoids it.
McKay taking a breather here. #T2#
McKay'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.
Power wants to control but McKay postures up.
Power being controlled for a moment.
Power is looking to regain half guard here but McKay keeps moving and retains side control.
McKay 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 has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL#
McKay has managed to clinch.
McKay is trying to pull guard but Power has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
McKay decides to pull guard.
McKay manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Power manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
McKay controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
McKay has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
McKay forces his way into half guard.
McKay not doing much here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McKay passes the guard and advances to mount!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hamish McKay dominated that round.
That's time! McKay's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
McKay stuffs the takedown.#CL#
McKay forces Power back against the cage and clinches.
McKay fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC2#
Power manages to break the clinch.
McKay tries to close the distance and clinch up but Power swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nice uppercut there from Power.#CL#
McKay moves into the clinch.#TD#
McKay pulls guard.
McKay looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McKay pulls Power in to control the position.
McKay wants to sweep but no luck.
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.
McKay pulls Power in close to prevent any damage.
Hamish McKay overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
McKay is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Power can do to turn this around?#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Power tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McKay paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
McKay doesn't manage to clinch there - Power circles away.
#CL#
McKay clinches with his opponent.
A frustrated look appears on Power's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McKay tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Power just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
McKay decides to pull guard. #T2#
Power is fighting to break McKay's control of his arms but McKay is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
McKay continues to stall.
Power is looking to stand up but McKay won't let him.
Power throws an elbow that misses. McKay uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Power's guard. Nice move by McKay!#REVR#
McKay 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. #T3#
Further stalling from McKay.
Power is looking to sweep but instead, McKay has passed into half guard.
Power wants to get back to full guard but McKay has mounted him!
McKay looking to control and managing it successfully.
Power tries to hold on but McKay pushes him away.
Power is breathing heavily.#T4#
McKay tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
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.
Hamish McKay dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
McKay wants to clinch.
Power moves in looking to clinch but McKay pushes him off.#TD2#
McKay gets caught napping as Power dives in and scores a takedown. McKay manages to retain guard.
Power trying to control the position from guard on top but McKay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McKay controlling Power's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power trying to control but McKay is working from the bottom.
Power being controlled here momentarily. #T1#
Power is looking to advance position but McKay has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Power takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McKay controlling from mount. #T2##T3#
Hamish McKay is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Power regains half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hamish McKay showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McKay, 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hamish McKay!
A relieved looking Hamish McKay thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1128 Round 1
Date: Dec 23, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Bluu moves into range and clinches up with Power.
Bluu wants to break free but Power has control.
Power wants to take the fight to the mat but Bluu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bluu prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bluu wants to get back to striking at distance but Power won't allow it.
Bluu wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC2#
Power escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice shot lands for Power.
Power goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Power connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The fighters circle momentarily. Power darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#ROC2#Bluu is rocked!
Bluu goes for a double leg but Power avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Power continues to drive forward.#BC2#
Power breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Power breaks the clinch.
#T1#
Power misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Power moves out of range of the body kick from Bluu.
Power shoots in but no luck this time.
Nikola Bluu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Punch Power.
Power shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bluu defends it nicely.
Bluu with a poor takedown
and Power counters with a stiff right hand. #TD#
Bluu shoots in and gets a takedown into Power's guard.
Bluu controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bluu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Power wants to get back to his feet but Bluu passes into half guard.
Power wants to get back to full guard.
Power looks winded!#SUB#
Bluu maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Power could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Bluu has cracked it and Power is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Bluu!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikola Bluu! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1127 Round 1
Date: Dec 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Winner lands a jab to the nose.#CL2#
Winner clinches up with Power and pushes him back against the cage.
Power changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Winner fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Winner takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CL#
Power instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Winner pulls guard. #SU#
Power gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #CL2#
Winner forces Power back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Winner has picked Power up - he's going for a ride! Winner dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Winner content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Power tries to roll over but Winner keeps him under control.#SU2#
Winner stands up from half guard. #T1#
Winner fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Power scores with a one two! Winner had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Power uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CL#
Power closes the distance and clinches.
Winner being controlled against the cage.
Winner is looking to take this one to the mat.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Winner wants a takedown.
Punch Power has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Exotic Winner.
Power wants a takedown but no success here.
Power tries to circle away but Winner has him pinned against the cage.#T2#
Winner gets through Power's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Power jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Winner walks away with a smile on his face. Power gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD2#
Winner bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Power sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Power might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SU2#
Winner stands up out of the half guard. #TD2#
Winner shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Power is trying to defend but Winner finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Power is breathing heavily.
Power wants to control but Winner is keeping busy.
Winner landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Power tries to get to full guard but Winner has control of the leg.
Winner scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ground and pound from Winner.
Winner trying to control the pace.
Power is looking for a sweep. Winner is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Winner prevents Power from improving his position.
Winner is looking to advance position but Power won't allow it.
Power is trying to escape back to his feet but Winner uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Winner controls the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Exotic Winner 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#
Power throws a lazy right hand but Winner sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Winner throws out a counter right but Power avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Winner drives through with a takedown into Power's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Power has his feet on Winner's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #TD2#
Winner shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Winner controlling the action here.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Winner is working for a submission of some sort.
Winner is breathing heavily.
Winner wants to pass to mount but Power is defending the position. #T1#
Winner takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SU2#
Winner stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #CL2#
Winner clinches up against the cage.
Winner jumps guard but Power turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Power breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Power wants to clinch up but Winner keeps it at a distance.
Nice shot lands for Power.
Power bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Winner's head backwards.
Power plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CL2#
Winner clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Winner escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Winner has taken the fight to the clinch.
Winner goes for a takedown attempt but Power pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Winner circles away from the clinch attempt.
Winner avoids the head kick by Power.
Power lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Power on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL2#
Winner clinches with his opponent.
Winner wants to break free but Power has control.
#T3#
Power wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Winner has Power pressed against the cage, preventing Power from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Power has Winner pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Winner manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Winner pulls guard successfully.
Exotic Winner has got the better of the ground game so far.
Power trying to control the position from guard on top but Winner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Winner escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Power gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Winner looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Power slips nicely into half guard.
Winner is looking to control Power's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Winner avoid being mounted?
Winner is trying to control but Power passes into side control!
Winner tries to buck Power off but Power is having none of it.
Power working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Power creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
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 Punch Power will probably get the nod.
That's time! Power's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Power lands a jab to the head.
Power throws a head kick but Winner moves out of range.
#TD2#
Winner shoots in and bounces Power off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Power is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Winner defends well.#SU2#
Winner stands up and waves to Power to follow him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power swings widly with a right hand
enabling Winner to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Power gets tackled into the cage by Winner. Winner maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Winner jumps guard.
#T1#
Power preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Power drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Winner dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Winner controls from within his opponent's guard.
Winner throwing strikes from guard but Power blocks nicely. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Power working a defensive guard here.
Power wants to stand but Winner is controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Winner stays in close to Power's body and controls the position.
Winner works over Power with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Winner prevents Power from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Winner clinches up with Power and pushes him back against the cage.
Power misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Winner.
Power can't break the clinch.
#TD2#
Winner jumps into guard, dragging Power to the mat.
Winner wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SU#
Power stands up from Winner's guard - Power perhaps looking for a knockout. #T4##CL2#
Winner takes the fight into the clinch.
Winner scores with a shot to the side of Power's head. #BC#
Power breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Winner shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Power's guard.
Power looking to control.
Winner is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Winner stays in close to Power's body and controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU2#
Winner stands and steps away. Power gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
And that's the end of the fight!
Exotic Winner comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Winner 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight for Exotic Winner!
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight for Exotic Winner!
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight for Exotic Winner!
Exotic Winner wins by unanimous decision! |
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