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Event:
MFC - 32
Date: Nov 16, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski moves in looking to clinch but West pushes him off.#TD# West shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. West showed some decent athleticism there. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. West with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Zakrzewski is trying to get back to full guard. Zakrzewski is controlling West's position as best he can from this difficult position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. West is controlling the pace.
Zakrzewski is looking for a sweep. West is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1# West is taking a breather. Zakrzewski 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. West wants to pass to mount but Zakrzewski is defending the position. West is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2# Zakrzewski is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but West pulls his head out easily. West 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. Zakrzewski punching from the bottom.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Zakrzewski is looking to clinch. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Zakrzewski shoots for a takedown but West saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Alan West has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.#TD# West changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Zakrzewski looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. West knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zakrzewski on the ground. West in side control, just content to control the action for now. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3# Zakrzewski struggling a bit here. West controls the position. Zakrzewski can't do much from the bottom here. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. 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# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Zakrzewski is trying to control West's posture but West avoids it. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD# West bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Zakrzewski is trying to escape the position but West is controlling the position. Zakrzewski tries to bench press West off him but West keeps the position. West taking a breather here. 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.
Alan West dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD# Zakrzewski tries to sprawl but West drives through with a takedown into half guard. Still in half guard, West seems content to control. Zakrzewski trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2# Zakrzewski looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Zakrzewski is concentrating on defense, preventing West from advancing position. West 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. West'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. West really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1# Zakrzewski controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. West wants to pass to mount but Zakrzewski is defending the position. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD# West shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Zakrzewski tries to get to full guard but West has control of the leg. West is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zakrzewski can do to turn this around? West is figuring out what he wants to do next. Zakrzewski is holding on to half guard well.#T2# West content to control rather than advance. West has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Further stalling from West. Zakrzewski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3# West controlling the action here. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD# West shoots in and bounces Zakrzewski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. West sitting in guard here, content to control. West has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Zakrzewski throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
#T4# Zakrzewski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. West controls from within his opponent's guard. Zakrzewski is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst West is controlling him. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! West 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. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alan West dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##TD# Zakrzewski gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows West to score an easy takedown into full guard. Zakrzewski pushes West off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. Krzysztof Zakrzewski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD# West drives through with a takedown into Zakrzewski's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Zakrzewski striking off his back but it's not causing West any problems. Zakrzewski wants to sweep here but West controlling him for the moment. West is fighting to break Zakrzewski's control of his arms but Zakrzewski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Zakrzewski scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
#T1# West is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. West stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zakrzewski swivels though and keeps the full guard. Zakrzewski is trying to control the position but West postures up. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD# West looking for a takedown here - he's got it. West prevents Zakrzewski from getting back to his feet. #T2##SUB2# Zakrzewski looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
West not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Zakrzewski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
West trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. West is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Alan West overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD# West gets the takedown into side control. #T3# You can see the frustration on Zakrzewski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Zakrzewski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Alan West is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Zakrzewski is positioning himself to get back to half guard. West in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Krzysztof Zakrzewski 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# West drives through with a takedown into Zakrzewski's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
And that's the end of the fight! Alan West showed his dominance in that final round. Well West 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 Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27 Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:27 Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alan West! |
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Event:
MFC - 28
Date: Oct 31, 2024 |
#R1# A slapping leg kick lands for Kanaani.
Kanaani has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Brooklyn Mixed Martial Arts in the buildup to the fight. Zakrzewski is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kanaani sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Kanaani appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Nice uppercut lands for Kanaani. That snapped Zakrzewski's head back.
Kanaani connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Zakrzewski throws a sloppy head kick and Kanaani counters with a lovely straight right hand!#KD# Kanaani lands a big uppercut and Zakrzewski crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Zakrzewski looks OK. Kanaani waves Zakrzewski back to his feet!#ROC#Zakrzewski is rocked! This has been an exciting period of action! Zakrzewski shoots and misses and Kanaani counters with a right hand from hell and Zakrzewski is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mehdi Kanaani! An out of breath Mehdi Kanaani thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
MFC - 25
Date: Oct 16, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hageman as he jumps to the side. Zakrzewski tries to clinch there but Hageman circles away.
#TD# Hageman shoots in and bounces Zakrzewski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Hageman with a flurry of punches that miss. Zakrzewski being controlled here, momentarily. Hageman trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski 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# Zakrzewski is looking to take a break and control but Hageman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1# Hageman moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Zakrzewski makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Zakrzewski trying to control but Hageman is working from the bottom. Zakrzewski wants to pass the guard but Hageman is keeping the position.#SUB# Hageman has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Zakrzewski is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Hageman.#SUB2# Zakrzewski tries for a kimura but Hageman is defending well. #T2# Both fighters take a look at the clock. Zakrzewski wants to control but Hageman is keeping him busy. Hageman is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T3# Zakrzewski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hageman keeps working. #SUB2# Zakrzewski is working for a submission of some sort.
Zakrzewski is taking a breather. Hageman 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.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Hageman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zakrzewski 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. Zakrzewski fails in his attempt to clinch. Hageman keeps the fight on the outside. Zakrzewski thows a body kick. Hageman tries to catch it but that hurt him. Hageman keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Zakrzewski looks winded! Hageman fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Zakrzewski avoids it really well and circles away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL# Zakrzewski gets tackled into the cage by Hageman. Hageman maintains the clinch. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Krzysztof Zakrzewski will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Zakrzewski doesn't manage to clinch there - Hageman circles away.
Zakrzewski looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hageman is fending him off so far but Zakrzewski persists. Nope, Hageman circles away and we're back to standing.#CL# Hageman clinches with his opponent.
Hageman struggles to land a body shot inside as Zakrzewski controls his hands.
Hageman working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Zakrzewski drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hageman gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD# Hageman works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hageman cracks Zakrzewski with a solid left hand. Hageman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zakrzewski swivels though and keeps the full guard. Hageman trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Zakrzewski manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T1# Zakrzewski trying to control but Hageman is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Zakrzewski won't allow Hageman to sweep him here. Zakrzewski must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB# Hageman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zakrzewski defends it easily. Zakrzewski wants to control from the top but Hageman keeps moving. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Hageman is looking to sweep but instead, Zakrzewski has passed into half guard.
#T3# Zakrzewski tries to pass to full mount but Hageman defends it. #SU2# Zakrzewski stands up out of the half guard. A head kick misses from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily.#CL# Hageman has managed to clinch.
Zakrzewski tries to pull guard but Hageman forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Diego Hageman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD# Hageman pulls Zakrzewski into guard.
#T4# Zakrzewski trying to control but Hageman is working from the bottom. Zakrzewski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hageman is keeping the position for now. Hageman has control of Zakrzewski's left arm, preventing Zakrzewski from doing any damage. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Zakrzewski trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hageman manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR# And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Diego Hageman 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# Horrible takedown attempt by Zakrzewski or perhaps it was just good defense by Hageman, which made it look bad. Zakrzewski throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hageman's waist but Hageman gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zakrzewski off to one side. Zakrzewski fails to land the takedown. Diego Hageman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.#CL# Hageman rushes Zakrzewski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Zakrzewski stops a takedown attempt from Hageman.
Hageman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zakrzewski can do to turn this around? Zakrzewski is trying to pull guard but Hageman turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Zakrzewski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hageman lands a body shot in the clinch.
Zakrzewski is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hageman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Hageman tries to score a body lock takedown but Zakrzewski shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Hageman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zakrzewski backwards. #T1# Zakrzewski gets underhooks to prevent Hageman's takedown attempt.
A right hand to the body from Hageman.
Zakrzewski is looking to break free of the clinch but Hageman has double underhooks. #TD# Hageman drags the fight down to the ground.
Zakrzewski is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Hageman looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Hageman keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. Zakrzewski throws an elbow that misses. Hageman uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Zakrzewski's guard. Nice move by Hageman!#REVR##T2# Hageman trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Zakrzewski working a defensive guard here.
Hageman advances position into side control! Zakrzewski is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB# Hageman goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Zakrzewski has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hageman but great work by Zakrzewski.#T3# Hageman is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Zakrzewski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hageman keeps working. #SUB2# Zakrzewski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hageman makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hageman.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Hageman pulls Zakrzewski in close to prevent any damage. Zakrzewski postures up in Hageman's guard and throws a big left but Hageman blocks it. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Hageman is controlling Zakrzewski's posture. Zakrzewski tries to free his leg and advance position but Hageman is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Diego Hageman showed his dominance in that final round. Well Hageman 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28 Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28 Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Diego Hageman! |
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Event:
MFC - 22
Date: Oct 05, 2024 |
#R1##CL# Lee closes the distance and clinches. Lee displaying some good clinch control by pressing Zakrzewski up against the cage.#TD# Lee jumps guard.
#SUB# Lee throws his legs up looking for a submission but Zakrzewski uses it to pass to side control.
#SUB2# Zakrzewski working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Lee regains half guard. Lee is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Special Ops N7 Training , so we'll see if he gets out of it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lee wants to improve his position but Zakrzewski is controlling well.
Lee wants to control but Zakrzewski is keeping busy.
#T1# Zakrzewski trying to control the action but Lee is working from the bottom. Zakrzewski tries to stand and escape but Lee is controlling the position. Zakrzewski wants to take a breather but Lee is having none of it. Lee moves into full guard.
Lee controlling Zakrzewski's posture. Zakrzewski looking to pass the guard. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB# Lee is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zakrzewski is one step ahead there. Lee is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL# Lee takes the fight into the clinch. #T3##TD# Lee has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Zakrzewski clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Zakrzewski manages to escape to his feet. #CL# Lee clinches up with Zakrzewski and pushes him back against the cage.#TD# Lee decides to pull guard. Zakrzewski is in close to Lee's body, working some short punches and elbows. Lee throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Zakrzewski won't allow Lee to get back to his feet. Lee manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Zakrzewski manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# 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! Zakrzewski working a defensive guard but Lee manages to pass into side control anyway.
#T4# Zakrzewski trying to control but Lee flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Zakrzewski is covering up but some of the strikes from Lee are getting through and doing damage.
Lee slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Zakrzewski trying to control the hands but Lee breaks the grip. #SUB# Lee is persistently looking for the submission but Zakrzewski is defending it well.
Zakrzewski is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Lee.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Zakrzewski can't escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mo Lee dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL# Lee closes the distance and pushes Zakrzewski back into the cage. Lee tries for a takedown. No joy.
A battle for position here, against the cage. Zakrzewski looking for a takedown. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Zakrzewski jumps guard but Lee stands there with Zakrzewski around his waist. Zakrzewski gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lee slowing the pace effectively. Zakrzewski is looking to break free of the clinch but Lee has double underhooks. #TD# Zakrzewski is fighting off a takedown attempt but Lee is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Zakrzewski to the mat. Zakrzewski regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lee keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zakrzewski's head. Lee stands and throws Zakrzewski's legs to the side, diving into side control. Lee controlling from side mount. #T1# Lee 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. Lee working the head and body with strikes. Lee lands a few punches from side control. Lee slows the pace down. #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. Lee'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. Zakrzewski is working to avoid the ground and pound but Lee connects with a decent elbow. Lee cracks Zakrzewski with an elbow. That is naaassty. The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Lee tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T3# Zakrzewski trying his best to control but Lee has mounted him. BOOM! Lee connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Lee controlling the pace for now. Lee dominating with strikes here. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Lee scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Lee controlling from mount. #T4##SUB# Lee looking to secure an arm triangle but Zakrzewski defends it well. Lee controlling from mount. Lee working the ground and pound effectively.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Zakrzewski taking shots to the head. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mo Lee 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##CL# Lee has managed to clinch.
Zakrzewski tries to pull guard but Lee won't allow it.
#TD# Lee has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Zakrzewski uses from the top position. Lee managing to control the position. #SUB# Lee is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lee is pulling down on Zakrzewski's head. It's preventing any offense from Zakrzewski, at least for the moment.#T1##SUB# Lee throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Zakrzewski escapes and throws Lee's legs to the side, diving into side control! Lee stops Zakrzewski from passing to mount. Lee struggling a bit here. Lee is being controlled here. Lee tries to get back to half guard but can't. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Lee is not content to let Zakrzewski control the position. Lee is looking to regain half guard here but Zakrzewski keeps moving and retains side control. Zakrzewski working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. Zakrzewski trying to control the action but Lee is working from the bottom. A bit of a lull in the action here. Mo Lee is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3# Lee wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL# Lee moves into range and clinches up with Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski tries to circle away but Lee has him pinned against the cage.#TD# Lee pulls guard successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Lee has his hands on Zakrzewski's head, controlling the position. Lee manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Zakrzewski manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# Lee showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4# Lee working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zakrzewski's head. Lee controls from within his opponent's guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Zakrzewski is looking for a triangle here but Lee uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Zakrzewski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Zakrzewski on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight! Mo Lee showed his dominance in that final round. Well Lee 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:26 Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:26 Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mo Lee! |
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Event:
MFC - 19
Date: Sep 21, 2024 |
#R1# Kanaani scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Zakrzewski wants to clinch#TD# and Kanaani counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Kanaani stalling. Kanaani seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Kanaani lands strikes from half guard. Kanaani landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Kanaani seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kanaani lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Kanaani slips a nice elbow through Zakrzewski's hands, connecting with Zakrzewski's forehead. Kanaani slows the pace down in half guard. #SU# Kanaani decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T1# Zakrzewski with a lazy takedown attempt and Kanaani counters with a stiff right hand. Kanaani drops Zakrzewski with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Zakrzewski! Kanaani dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mehdi Kanaani! A very excited looking Mehdi Kanaani 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:
MFC-16
Date: Sep 07, 2024 |
#R1##TD2# Hageman is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Zakrzewski's half guard.#SUB2# Hageman seems to be looking for submissions.
Zakrzewski wants to get back to full guard. Zakrzewski regains full guard. Nicely done. Zakrzewski wants to sweep but no luck. Hageman wants to control from the top but Zakrzewski keeps moving. Hageman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zakrzewski is keeping the position for now. Hageman is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hageman throwing strikes from guard but Zakrzewski blocks nicely. Hageman content to stall in guard here. #T1# Hageman throwing strikes but missing. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zakrzewski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Hageman controls from within his opponent's guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Zakrzewski working a defensive guard here.
Hageman looking to pass the guard. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Hageman. #T2# Hageman has knee on belly and moves into mount. Zakrzewski really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hageman punching from mount but Zakrzewski doing a good job of avoiding damage. Zakrzewski is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB2# Hageman looking for a guillotine from mount but Zakrzewski is having none of it. Hageman lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Zakrzewski hang on?#SUB2# Hageman goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Zakrzewski is on top in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Zakrzewski trying to control the position from guard on top but Hageman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3# A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hageman holds on and takes a little breather. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hageman is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB2# Hageman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB# Zakrzewski has his foot on Hageman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hageman works his way back into a safe position though. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Hageman sitting in guard, not really doing much. Hageman won't allow Zakrzewski to sweep him here. #SUB2# Hageman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Zakrzewski keeping moving, preventing Hageman from controlling successfully. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Diego Hageman dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hageman as he avoids it easily. #TD2# A momentary lapse in concentration from Zakrzewski enables Hageman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zakrzewski manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Hageman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Hageman postures up in Zakrzewski's guard and throws a big left but Zakrzewski blocks it. Hageman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Zakrzewski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hageman postures up in Zakrzewski's guard and throws a big left but Zakrzewski blocks it. Hageman passes Zakrzewski's left leg - he's now in half guard. Zakrzewski is looking to improve his position.
#T1# Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2# Hageman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hageman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Hageman stalling. Zakrzewski punching from the bottom.
Hageman is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Hageman trying to control the action but Zakrzewski is working from the bottom. Zakrzewski tries to roll over but Hageman keeps him under control. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB2# Hageman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Hageman trying to control the action but Zakrzewski is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Hageman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Zakrzewski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hageman. Hageman controlling the pace. #T3# Zakrzewski wants to improve his position but Hageman is controlling well.
#SUB2# Hageman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Zakrzewski defends it well. Zakrzewski flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2# Hageman is trying to work for a kimura but Zakrzewski is defending well.
#SUB2# Hageman is working for a kimura but Zakrzewski is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2# Hageman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Hageman is working for an americana but Zakrzewski has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Hageman was thinking about the submission. Hageman throwing strikes but missing. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Diego Hageman 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3# Hageman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Zakrzewski circles away. Zakrzewski wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Zakrzewski goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT#It looks like Diego Hageman has been cut. Hageman circles away from the clinch attempt.
Danga de danga de dang - Zakrzewski scores with a four punch combination! Krzysztof Zakrzewski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Hageman darts in looking for a takedown but Zakrzewski gets double underhooks and turns Hageman into the cage. Zakrzewski jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but Hageman moves out of range. Hageman fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Zakrzewski stuffs the takedown. Krzysztof Zakrzewski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Diego Hageman. Hageman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Zakrzewski counters with a left to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski tries to clinch there but Hageman circles away.
Diego Hageman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD# Zakrzewski shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Zakrzewski showed some decent athleticism there. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Zakrzewski tries to stand and escape but Hageman is controlling the position. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Hageman tries to get to full guard but Zakrzewski has control of the leg. #SUB# Zakrzewski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hageman defends it well. Hageman trying to control here.
Hageman is refusing to be controlled, as Zakrzewski sits in half guard. #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. Zakrzewski sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hageman defending well though. Zakrzewski not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Zakrzewski shoots in and drives through. Hageman sprawls well. Zakrzewski throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Hageman misses with a takedown attempt - Zakrzewski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Zakrzewski is looking to clinch but Hageman is avoiding it.
Zakrzewski wants to clinch.#T3# Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hageman but Hageman pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2# Hageman clinches up against the cage.#TD2# Hageman ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Hageman no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Hageman keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. Zakrzewski is really struggling to control Hageman but he's trying to hold on to the position. Diego Hageman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4# Zakrzewski throws a strike but Hageman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Hageman trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Zakrzewski wants to stand and escape but Hageman is having none of it. Hageman tries to free his leg and advance position but Zakrzewski is retaining full guard. Zakrzewski controls Hageman momentarily but Hageman frees himself. Hageman is standing up over Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski looks to escape but Hageman dives into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Zakrzewski regains half guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Krzysztof Zakrzewski showed his dominance in that final round. I think Hageman 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29 Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Diego Hageman! |
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Event:
MFC-13
Date: Aug 17, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski shoots in but no luck this time. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Kanaani. Zakrzewski tries to buck Kanaani off but Kanaani is having none of it. Kanaani tries to move into full mount but can't pass Zakrzewski's legs. Kanaani landing a few strikes. Kanaani is working Zakrzewski over with some ground and pound from side control. Kanaani lands a nice forearm strike. Check out the look on Kanaani's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Kanaani lands a nice forearm strike. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kanaani working away. Zakrzewski taking punishment in the form of punches.
Kanaani content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T1# You can see the frustration on Zakrzewski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Kanaani lands some shots froms side control. Zakrzewski tries to improve position but can't. Kanaani working the ground and pound from side control. Kanaani is putting a hurting on Zakrzewski here, landing some big shots from side control. Kanaani is working Zakrzewski over with some ground and pound from side control. Kanaani lands an elbow. Kanaani 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. Zakrzewski looks winded! Kanaani working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#T2# Zakrzewski takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better. Kanaani scoring with punches from side control. Kanaani looks up at the clock and then as Zakrzewski takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kanaani smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kanaani takes a little break here. Zakrzewski wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well. 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! Kanaani lands some shots froms side control. Kanaani staying calm. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kanaani working the head and body with strikes. Kanaani landing strikes. Kanaani landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T3# Kanaani connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Zakrzewski some visible discomfort.
Kanaani controls the position from side control. Kanaani working away. Kanaani taking a breather here. Zakrzewski takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Kanaani working the ground and pound. Kanaani 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. Kanaani grinds an elbow into Zakrzewski's temple. Kanaani 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 Zakrzewski's shoulder. That is not cool. Kanaani scores with punches from side control. Kanaani scores with punches from side control. Kanaani lands a decent elbow from side control. #T4# Kanaani tries to advance to mount but Zakrzewski denies him. Kanaani in side control lands a decent elbow. Zakrzewski taking a bit of punishment here - Kanaani scoring with strikes. Zakrzewski takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better. This has been an exciting period of action! Kanaani working the ground and pound. Kanaani scoring with punches and elbows. Kanaani is chipping away with strikes.
Kanaani cracks Zakrzewski with a big right hand but Zakrzewski just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kanaani controlling the position from side mount. Kanaani lands a nice forearm strike. Kanaani lands a decent elbow from side control. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Zakrzewski enables Kanaani to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zakrzewski manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Kanaani lands a couple of digs. Kanaani chips away with some ground and pound. Kanaani keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zakrzewski's head. Mehdi Kanaani overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Kanaani with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#ROC#Zakrzewski is rocked! Kanaani lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Zakrzewski is still in real trouble! Can Kanaani finish him? Zakrzewski working a defensive guard here.
Kanaani is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Kanaani is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Kanaani postures up and lands a big shot to Zakrzewski's brow. #T1# Kanaani's corner is telling him to maintain position. Zakrzewski seems to have recovered his senses. Kanaani lands a couple of digs. Kanaani lands a couple of decent looking shots. Kanaani cracks Zakrzewski with a solid left hand. Kanaani is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Kanaani working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Kanaani content to stall in guard here. Kanaani has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2# Kanaani lands a couple of decent looking shots. Kanaani cracks Zakrzewski with a solid left hand. Kanaani postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Kanaani sitting in guard here, content to control. Kanaani cracks Zakrzewski with a solid left hand. Kanaani engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Kanaani is working Zakrzewski over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3# Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Kanaani working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zakrzewski's head. Kanaani controlling from the top position. Kanaani working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Kanaani sitting in guard here, content to control. This is a sustained period of stalling by Kanaani. Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body. Kanaani landing with the ground and pound. #T4# Kanaani postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Kanaani controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body. Kanaani is in close to Zakrzewski's body, working some short punches and elbows. Kanaani chips away with some ground and pound. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kanaani scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Kanaani scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Kanaani keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zakrzewski's head. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3# Zakrzewski is aggressively charging in as Kanaani backs up avoiding any damage. Kanaani tosses out a jab and Zakrzewski runs right into it face first! Zakrzewski is out cold! Kanaani dropped down on all fours and is barking in Zakrzewski's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mehdi Kanaani! An out of breath Mehdi Kanaani thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
MFC-12
Date: Aug 10, 2024 |
#R1# Nice body punch from Peramaki. Peramaki throws a series of strikes that have Zakrzewski backpedaling.
#CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Zakrzewski moves in looking to clinch but Peramaki pushes him off. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but Peramaki moves out of range. Zakrzewski looks for a takedown but Peramaki sprawls well. Zakrzewski misses with a double jab
enabling Peramaki to counter with a crisp jab. #KD# Peramaki catches Zakrzewski napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Zakrzewski to the canvas!
#ROC#Zakrzewski is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Peramaki throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Zakrzewski works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Zakrzewski is still in real trouble! Can Peramaki finish him? Peramaki is pushing down on Zakrzewski's leg trying to pass to half guard. Zakrzewski is fighting to maintain full guard but Peramaki has managed to sneak the leg through. Zakrzewski seems to have recovered his senses. Peramaki is figuring out what he wants to do next. Zakrzewski blocking the ground and pound attempt from Peramaki. #T1# Peramaki slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB# Peramaki has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Zakrzewski defend it? Peramaki steps over the head and cranks it - Zakrzewski is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Peramaki!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kimmo Peramaki! Kimmo Peramaki retains his lightweight title! |
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Event:
MFC-10
Date: Jul 27, 2024 |
#R1# Hayden fails with the takedown. No luck with that takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. #TD2# Hayden gets caught flat footed, as Zakrzewski shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Hayden working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Zakrzewski. Hayden 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. Hayden is breathing heavily.#SU2# Hayden is working an open guard so Zakrzewski takes the opportunity to get back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hayden manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Zakrzewski wants to clinch.#T1# Hayden fails with a takedown attempt. Zakrzewski works over Hayden's head and body with a nice combination. Hayden definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Zakrzewski throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but Hayden is having none of it. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up. Hayden appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Zakrzewski stalks Hayden and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Hayden's face. Hayden staggers backwards, shaken. Zakrzewski has a takedown stuffed. Keaton Hayden has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2# Nice body punch from Zakrzewski. Hayden misses with a takedown attempt - Zakrzewski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Zakrzewski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hayden tries to avoid it but Zakrzewski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hayden to the ground. Hayden escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown but Hayden shows good takedown defense. As Zakrzewski tries to get set, Hayden tries to push him back and clinch up but Zakrzewski manages to avoid the attempt. 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! Zakrzewski shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hayden defends it nicely.#CL# Hayden moves into the clinch.#T3# Zakrzewski drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hayden pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL# Hayden fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Zakrzewski, pushing him back against the cage. Hayden creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Zakrzewski's defenses. #BC# Hayden pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Zakrzewski rushes Hayden and presses him up against the cage.#TD# Hayden gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Zakrzewski regains guard.
Hayden is looking to stand up but Zakrzewski won't let him. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4# Hayden stopping the sweep attempt from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski 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# Hayden is not content to let Zakrzewski control the position.#SUB2# Zakrzewski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hayden is just riding it out for now. Zakrzewski eventually gives up the hold. Hayden blocking the ground and pound attempt from Zakrzewski. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Zakrzewski dives in for a single leg takedown but Hayden sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Hayden leaves Zakrzewski with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Zakrzewski wants to clinch up but Hayden keeps it at a distance. Zakrzewski shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hayden pinned against the cage. Hayden gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Keaton Hayden has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up but Hayden circles away and keeps his distance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hayden closes the distance and lands a one-two. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Hayden misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL# Hayden clinches. #T1##TD# Hayden wants the takedown. Zakrzewski is fighting it off but Hayden persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Zakrzewski's guard against the cage. Hayden postures up.
Zakrzewski throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Zakrzewski wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Zakrzewski working for a triangle but Hayden defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Hayden trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2# Zakrzewski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hayden manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Hayden wants to stand and escape but Zakrzewski is having none of it. Zakrzewski sitting in guard here, content to control. Krzysztof Zakrzewski has got the better of the ground game so far. Zakrzewski passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2# Zakrzewski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3# Zakrzewski wants to control but Hayden is keeping him busy. Hayden wants to get back to his feet. Zakrzewski advances to full mount. Hayden is looking to get to half guard.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Zakrzewski working the ground and pound effectively.
Zakrzewski trying to control but he's not successful this time. Hayden is looking to improve his position but Zakrzewski isn't that keen on the idea. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Zakrzewski tries to control but Hayden wriggling away. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Krzysztof Zakrzewski will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Zakrzewski shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hayden pinned against the cage. Hayden gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Zakrzewski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hayden. Zakrzewski connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Zakrzewski tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hayden sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Zakrzewski somewhat. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski fails with the takedown#CL# and Hayden counters by moving into the clinch. Keaton Hayden has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.#BC# Hayden breaks the clinch.
Keaton Hayden is winning the standup battle so far. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Zakrzewski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hayden circles away quickly and effectively. As Zakrzewski looks to move away, Hayden throws a big counter combo but Zakrzewski just gets out of the way.#T1# Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD# Hayden drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SU# Hayden decides to stand back up. Hayden shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Zakrzewski but Zakrzewski pushes him off and we're back to square one. Zakrzewski tries for a takedown but Hayden sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL# Hayden closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Hayden lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T2# Zakrzewski is trying to break free.#TD# Hayden jumps guard.
#SUB# Hayden looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Zakrzewski passes into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Hayden can't do much from the bottom here. Zakrzewski in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T3##SUB2# Zakrzewski tries for a kimura but Hayden is defending well. Hayden tries to get back to half guard but can't. Zakrzewski advances to full mount. Hayden is trying to escape the mount.
#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. Zakrzewski trying to control but Hayden is having none of it. Hayden keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hayden is working hard here to advance position.
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 Keaton Hayden. I think Zakrzewski 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30 Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30 Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Krzysztof Zakrzewski! |
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Event:
MFC-7
Date: Jul 06, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski dives in and grabs Hageman's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hageman pushes down on Zakrzewski's head and hops out. Hageman displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Zakrzewski. #CL# Hageman closes the distance and clinches. #TD# Hageman drags the fight down to the ground.
Zakrzewski wants to pass the guard but Hageman is keeping the position. Hageman keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. Hageman has Zakrzewski pulled in close to control his posture. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hageman keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. #T1# Hageman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zakrzewski is one step ahead there. Hageman is wriggling around but Zakrzewski manages to pass to half guard.
Zakrzewski not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Hageman holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Zakrzewski is working for a kimura here but Hageman manages to reverse the position and he's now in Zakrzewski's guard.
Zakrzewski has momentary wrist control but Hageman slips an elbow through the middle.#T2# Zakrzewski has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hageman has passed into side control.
Hageman connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Zakrzewski some visible discomfort.
Hageman passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Zakrzewski! Hageman looking to control and managing it successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Hageman is trying to take his opponent's back.
Zakrzewski is looking to improve his position but Hageman isn't that keen on the idea. Zakrzewski tries to hold on but Hageman postures up.#T3##SUB# Hageman is working for a guillotine from mount but Zakrzewski frees his head quite easily.
Hageman landing strikes from the mount. Hageman looking to finish Zakrzewski with some ground and pound. This is bad for Zakrzewski! Hageman sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Hageman 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.#SUB# Hageman is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Hageman!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Diego Hageman! |
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Event:
MFC-5
Date: Jun 29, 2024 |
#R1# Jab by Peramaki. Peramaki throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Peramaki lands with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Peramaki keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Zakrzewski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Peramaki counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Peramaki scores with a jab to the head.
Peramaki defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. Kimmo Peramaki has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A jab from Peramaki finds it's way through Zakrzewski's defenses. #KD# Peramaki drops Zakrzewski with a left and a right! Oh, Zakrzewski is hurt - Peramaki dives into side control looking to finish!
#ROC#Zakrzewski is rocked! Peramaki sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Zakrzewski is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Zakrzewski is still in real trouble! Can Peramaki finish him? Peramaki in side control, just content to control the action for now. Zakrzewski tries to get back to half guard but can't. Zakrzewski seems to have recovered his senses.#T1# Peramaki fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#SUB# Peramaki is working to tighten his grip on Zakrzewski's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Zakrzewski has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Peramaki is really squeezing tight and eventually Zakrzewski passes out! Peramaki breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Kimmo Peramaki! Kimmo Peramaki retains his lightweight title! |
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Event:
MFC-4
Date: Jun 22, 2024 |
#R1##TD# Hayden gets the takedown into side control. Hayden working away. Zakrzewski manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Hayden is controlling Zakrzewski's position as best he can from this difficult position. Hayden is breathing heavily. Hayden is looking to escape. Zakrzewski tries to stand but his arm is trapped. Zakrzewski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hayden does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski prevents Hayden from standing back up.
Hayden is looking to get back to full guard here but Zakrzewski has managed to pass to side control instead.#SUB2# Zakrzewski is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hayden has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1# Zakrzewski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hayden keeps working. Hayden takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Zakrzewski wants to control but Hayden is keeping him busy. Zakrzewski cracks Hayden with a big right hand but Hayden just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Hayden tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Zakrzewski works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head. Zakrzewski landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. Zakrzewski trying to control the action but Hayden is working from the bottom. #SU2# Zakrzewski stands up. Zakrzewski fails with the takedown. Hayden tries to counter with a takedown but Zakrzewski is quick to defend against it. Hayden throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zakrzewski sees it coming and avoids it easily. Zakrzewski is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. A head kick misses from Hayden. Zakrzewski is looking for the big counter here.#T3# Zakrzewski dives in for a single leg takedown but Hayden sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Zakrzewski misses with a head kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zakrzewski. Hayden half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Keaton Hayden has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.#TD2# Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Zakrzewski has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Hayden trying to control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Zakrzewski sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hayden's guard. Hayden is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Hayden knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zakrzewski on the ground.#T4# Zakrzewski stops Hayden from getting back to his feet.
Zakrzewski is trying to control. Hayden wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Zakrzewski working Hayden over with strikes. Zakrzewski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hayden's head. Zakrzewski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hayden's head. Hayden is trying to get back to full guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hayden is not content to let Zakrzewski control the position. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Zakrzewski scores with a head kick. Hayden tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hayden is fending him off so far but Zakrzewski persists. Nope, Hayden circles away and we're back to standing. Hayden seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Zakrzewski shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hayden pinned against the cage. Hayden gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Keaton Hayden 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. Zakrzewski shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hayden pinned against the cage. Hayden gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but Hayden moves out of range. #T1# Hayden swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD# Hayden shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Zakrzewski's guard. Zakrzewski has his feet on Hayden's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Hayden takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. A nice inside leg kick there by Zakrzewski. That's going to slow Hayden down. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zakrzewski.#CL# Hayden has Zakrzewski up against the cage in a clinch.
#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Zakrzewski fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Hayden taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Zakrzewski struggles to land a body shot inside as Hayden controls his hands.
Zakrzewski trying to control the position but instead, Hayden has worked for underhooks and has pushed Zakrzewski into the cage.#TD# Hayden has clasped his hands together around Zakrzewski's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Hayden tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Hayden just content to control the position. Hayden wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zakrzewski keeps working. #T3# Hayden working the strikes but Zakrzewski uses the opportunity to regain half guard. Zakrzewski regains full guard. Nicely done. Zakrzewski looking to control.
Zakrzewski wants to sweep but no luck. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Hayden pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zakrzewski is keeping the position for now. #SUB2# Zakrzewski has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hayden can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Hayden not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Zakrzewski keeping moving, preventing Hayden from controlling successfully. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hayden wants to stand and escape but instead Zakrzewski has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB# And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Krzysztof Zakrzewski will probably get the nod - 10:9. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R3# Zakrzewski shoots in but no luck this time. Zakrzewski cracks Hayden with a good jab.#TD# Hayden changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Zakrzewski looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Zakrzewski is looking for a sweep. Zakrzewski gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Hayden throws a strike but Zakrzewski avoids it easily and moves to full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hayden trying to control but Zakrzewski is working from the bottom. Zakrzewski is trying to keep Hayden in close.
#T1# Zakrzewski has a closed guard, preventing Hayden from standing up. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Zakrzewski bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hayden's guard. #REVB# Zakrzewski slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Hayden trying to keep a closed guard but Zakrzewski is proving a slippery customer.
#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Hayden trying to strike off his back.
Zakrzewski wants to control from the top but Hayden keeps moving. Hayden wants to get back to his feet but Zakrzewski passes into half guard.
Zakrzewski stalling. Hayden scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Zakrzewski manages to mount him!
#T3# Zakrzewski trying to control but he's not successful this time. Zakrzewski controlling from the full mount. Hayden tries to control the position but Zakrzewski now has his back.
#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.#SUB2# Hayden is trying to control his opponent's hands. Eventually Zakrzewski gets his hands free and sinks in a rear naked choke. For a while it looks like Hayden is going to survive but after struggling valiantly, he eventually has to tap out! Zakrzewski is your winner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Krzysztof Zakrzewski! |
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Event:
MFC-2
Date: Jun 15, 2024 |
#R1##CL# Hageman moves into range and clinches up with Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD# Hageman decides to pull guard. Hageman has Zakrzewski pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB# Zakrzewski looking to improve position, pressing down on Hageman's thigh with his hand. Hageman seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Zakrzewski paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Zakrzewski's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Hageman picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Diego Hageman! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 03, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Lambart darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lambart as he avoids it easily. A little feinted left hand from Lambart on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Lambart bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Lambart connects with a good right hand that stumbles Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Zakrzewski tries for a takedown but Lambart circles away easily and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Zakrzewski looks winded! Lambart circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Zakrzewski tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Lambart wins by KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Liber Lambart! A victorious Liber Lambart thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 27, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Zakrzewski is looking to clinch. Funches was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Funches thuds his shin into the meat of Zakrzewski's side. Funches moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Zakrzewski moves in looking to clinch but Funches pushes him off. A head kick from Funches lands but Zakrzewski takes it in his stride. #CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut.#CL# Funches closes the distance and pushes Zakrzewski back into the cage.#BC# Funches breaks from the clinch.
Zakrzewski on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Funches lands with a kick to the ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action! Funches moves into range and connects with a jab. Zakrzewski takes a jab right on the kisser.
Zakrzewski throws a right hand that misses
#KD# and Funches counters with a series of strikes that sends Zakrzewski to the canvas! Funches follows down into guard, looking to finish the fight! #ROC#Zakrzewski is rocked! Funches controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1# Funches has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Zakrzewski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Funches. Zakrzewski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Funches. Funches 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. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Funches pushes down on Zakrzewski's leg and manages to get into half guard. Funches stalling. Funches 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.#T3# Funches throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB# Zakrzewski is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Funches has latched onto it... Big trouble! Funches pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Zakrzewski is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Funches!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ron Funches! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 17, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Pendous counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Zakrzewski thinking. Krzysztof Zakrzewski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Zakrzewski doesn't succeed with the takedown and Pendous counters with a stiff right hand. Zakrzewski with a poor takedown #KD# and Pendous counters with a nice right hand that sends Zakrzewski toppling to the canvas! Zakrzewski scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Pendous finish him?!#CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Stu Pendous has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Zakrzewski closes the distance but Pendous moves to the side and Pendous makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Zakrzewski is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Pendous is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski has his takedown stuffed and Pendous counters with a nice body shot. Zakrzewski looks winded!#T1##KD# Pendous cracks Zakrzewski with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Pendous has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Zakrzewski to stand back up! Pendous ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Zakrzewski out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Stu Pendous! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 09, 2024 |
#R1##TD# Salvacion drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Zakrzewski throws Salvacion to one side and escapes! Salvacion circles away from the clinch attempt.
It appears Salvacion was looking to counter with a kick there. Zakrzewski wants to clinch and Salvacion counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. Zakrzewski throws a lazy head kick and Salvacion counters with a body kick. Salvacion takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt. Salvacion is looking to counter with a body kick. Zakrzewski throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Salvacion's waist but Salvacion gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zakrzewski off to one side. #T1# Zakrzewski throws a poor cross that misses
#TD# and Salvacion counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Salvacion 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. Salvacion pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zakrzewski is keeping the position for now. Salvacion won't allow Zakrzewski to sweep him here. Zakrzewski controls Salvacion momentarily but Salvacion frees himself. #T2# Zakrzewski striking off his back but it's not causing Salvacion any problems. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Nice takedown defense from Salvacion. No joy for Zakrzewski on that attempt. Clifford Val Salvacion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski fails with the takedown and Salvacion counters with a series of strikes. Zakrzewski will be more careful next time no doubt. Zakrzewski wants to clinch. Salvacion is looking for a counter combo.#T3# Zakrzewski fails to land the takedown. Zakrzewski looks winded! Zakrzewski moves in looking to clinch but Salvacion pushes him off. And Salvacion counters with a quick kick to the body but Zakrzewski blocks it. No joy there for Zakrzewski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Salvacion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Salvacion throws a quick counter kick to the body but Zakrzewski avoids it.#TD2# Zakrzewski throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Salvacion was covering up waiting for the punch and Zakrzewski finishes the takedown easily into guard. Salvacion wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4# The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Salvacion can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Zakrzewski controls the pace. 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 Clifford Val Salvacion 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# Zakrzewski throws a head kick that misses. Zakrzewski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Zakrzewski has his takedown stuffed and Salvacion counters with a body kick that stops Zakrzewski in his tracks momentarily. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up and Salvacion counters with a body kick that stops Zakrzewski in his tracks momentarily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1##TD# Salvacion manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Zakrzewski on his heels. He'll look to pass Zakrzewski's guard now, I'm sure. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Zakrzewski looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Salvacion controlling from the top position. Salvacion trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Salvacion stays in close to Zakrzewski's body and controls the position. #T2# Zakrzewski tries to land a sweep but no joy. Salvacion is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Zakrzewski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Salvacion manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Salvacion controlling Zakrzewski's posture. Zakrzewski throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Salvacion works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Krzysztof Zakrzewski has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3##SUB2# Zakrzewski postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Salvacion is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Zakrzewski, into his guard. #REVR# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Zakrzewski is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Salvacion trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Zakrzewski working for a triangle but Salvacion defends it easily.
#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Salvacion trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Salvacion 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. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Clifford Val Salvacion 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# Salvacion keeps the fight on the outside. Zakrzewski lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Salvacion at a distance.
Zakrzewski fails in his attempt to clinch. It appears Salvacion was looking to counter with a kick there. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt - Salvacion sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Salvacion takes a kick to the side of the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Salvacion sprawls well. Salvacion wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Zakrzewski gets slowly back to his feet. And Salvacion counters with a quick kick to the body but Zakrzewski blocks it.#T1# Salvacion circles away from the clinch attempt#TD# so Salvacion counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Salvacion trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Salvacion controls from within his opponent's guard. Zakrzewski is looking to sweep but instead, Salvacion has passed into half guard.
#T2# The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Zakrzewski tries to kick Salvacion off but Salvacion keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2# Zakrzewski looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Zakrzewski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Salvacion controlling the pace. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD# Salvacion manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Zakrzewski on his heels. He'll look to pass Zakrzewski's guard now, I'm sure. Zakrzewski is looking to stand back up but Salvacion counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Zakrzewski. #T3##REVB# Still in half guard, Salvacion seems content to control. Salvacion 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. Salvacion'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. Zakrzewski slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2# Zakrzewski isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Salvacion stacks Zakrzewski on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Salvacion! Zakrzewski tries to improve position but can't. Clifford Val Salvacion is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Salvacion blocks the strikes from Zakrzewski.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Salvacion trying to control the position but Zakrzewski is working away. Krzysztof Zakrzewski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Zakrzewski is looking to reverse the position.
And that's the end of the fight! Clifford Val Salvacion showed his dominance in that final round. Well Salvacion 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27 Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clifford Val Salvacion! |
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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! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 19, 2024 |
#R1# Nice takedown defense from Ispa. No joy for Zakrzewski on that attempt. Zakrzewski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ispa. Mursk Ispa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Zakrzewski takes a body punch but keeps moving. Ispa fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Zakrzewski. Ispa displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Ispa works the jab nicely. Ispa ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but Ispa is having none of it. Ispa lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Ispa paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ispa as he avoids it easily. Ispa is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Zakrzewski walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Ispa shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Zakrzewski eats them both and turns towards Ispa to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Zakrzewski takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Ispa lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Ispa connects with the punch.#T1# Zakrzewski takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
#CL# Ispa forces Zakrzewski back against the cage and clinches. Zakrzewski is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Mursk Ispa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski. Ispa stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Zakrzewski looks winded! Zakrzewski jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ispa walks away with a smile on his face. Zakrzewski gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Horrible takedown attempt by Zakrzewski or perhaps it was just good defense by Ispa, which made it look bad. Donk. Ispa catches Zakrzewski right on the button with a cross. Zakrzewski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Ispa's jab looks to have found its range, popping Zakrzewski under the eye. Ispa throws a nice inside leg kick. Zakrzewski takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ispa looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ispa throws a nice outside leg kick. Zakrzewski takes one to the chin there.#T2# A kick lands to the mid section there for Ispa. Ispa scores with a nice strike. Ispa bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Zakrzewski's head.#ROC#Zakrzewski is rocked! Ispa throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Zakrzewski is still on wobbly legs! Can Ispa finish him? Crunch! Ispa slams his shin into Zakrzewski's torso. Zakrzewski seems to have recovered his senses. Ispa lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Ispa connects with a solid leg kick. Ispa lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Zakrzewski takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Ispa thuds his right hand into Zakrzewski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Ispa scores with a leg kick.
Zakrzewski needs to keep his hands up - Ispa had a free shot at his head there. Ispa lands a leg kick that knocks Zakrzewski off balance momentarily. Ispa stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#KD# Ispa cracks Zakrzewski with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Ispa has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Zakrzewski to stand back up!#T3# Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Ispa. Zakrzewski shrugs it off though. Ispa lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL# Ispa moves into the clinch. Ispa lands with a right to the head. Zakrzewski has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Ispa. A nice left hand lands by Ispa.
Ispa lands on the inside with an uppercut. Ispa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Ispa lands a body punch. Good body shot from Ispa.
Zakrzewski's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Ispa pushes Zakrzewski back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Ispa lands with a right to the head. This has been an exciting period of action! Ispa lands a nice shot to the body. Ispa pushes Zakrzewski back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Ispa scores with a nice hook to the head. Ispa is working Zakrzewski over against the cage. A short right from Ispa. #T4# Ispa presses Zakrzewski against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Ispa lands a hook that snaps the head of Zakrzewski backwards. Ispa throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ispa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Ispa works on Zakrzewski's body with a couple of short punches. Zakrzewski takes a shot to the head. I was talking to Ispa's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Ispa gets through Zakrzewski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. A short right from Ispa on the inside. Good body shot from Ispa.
Ispa lands a shoulder strike. Ispa scores with a nice hook to the head. Ispa lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Ispa content to slow the pace in the clinch.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! Ispa scores with a shot to the side of Zakrzewski's head. Ispa unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Zakrzewski! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Ispa is unloading with more strikes now! Zakrzewski drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mursk Ispa! Mursk Ispa decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
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Date: Mar 06, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Zakrzewski catches Nucombe with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Zakrzewski closes the distance and clinches up with Nucombe, looking for a takedown. Zakrzewski pushes Nucombe against the cage but Nucombe circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Nucombe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Nucombe looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Nucombe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zakrzewski sees it coming and avoids it easily. Zakrzewski is looking to clinch. Nucombe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Nucombe scores with a body shot.
Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt and Nucombe counters with a nice body shot. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nucombe misses with a series of wild punches.
Nucombe scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Nucombe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1# Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nucombe, as that shot connected.
Nucombe cracks Zakrzewski with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Zakrzewski fails to land the takedown. Nucombe throws a lazy right hand but Zakrzewski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Zakrzewski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#KD2# Nucombe cracks Zakrzewski with an uppercut from hell and Zakrzewski crumples to the canvas, he's out! Oh no, he's recovered and he's grabbed one of Nucombe's legs and pulled him into guard. The ref thought about stopping it there but he's let it go - good reffing!
#ROC2#Zakrzewski is rocked! 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. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Nucombe showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Oh Zakrzewski is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Nucombe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zakrzewski swivels though and keeps the full guard. Zakrzewski seems to have got his legs back now. Nucombe stays in close to Zakrzewski's body and controls the position. #T2# The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Nucombe is continuing to stall. Nucombe trying to stand up but can't free himself from Zakrzewski's guard. Nucombe sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3# Nucombe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Zakrzewski takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT2#Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut is getting worse. Nucombe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Zakrzewski on the side of the head. Nucombe fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Zakrzewski to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Zakrzewski looks to clinch but Nucombe throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Zakrzewski taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Neil Nucombe! Neil Nucombe seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 04, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski tries to clinch but fails miserably and Kiang makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Zakrzewski really felt that one! Some bone on bone action there as Kiang checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Kiang counters with a body kick. Zakrzewski tries to close the distance and clinch but Kiang swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Kiang displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Zakrzewski. Kiang is trying to counter with his kicks.#CL# Zakrzewski gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski works on Kiang's body with a couple of short punches. Zakrzewski wants to stall.
Zakrzewski tries for a takedown but Kiang manages to get underhooks.
#T1# Zakrzewski wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2# Zakrzewski is fighting off a takedown attempt but Kiang is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Zakrzewski to the mat. Zakrzewski regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Zakrzewski trying to keep a closed guard but Kiang is proving a slippery customer.
Kiang preventing the sweep. Zakrzewski trying to control the position.
Kiang really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zakrzewski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB# Zakrzewski is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kiang is aware though and is defending well.#T2# Zakrzewski trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. Kiang wants to control from the top but Zakrzewski keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Zakrzewski scores with a nice body kick.
Zakrzewski goes for a double leg but Kiang avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kiang continues to drive forward. Zakrzewski wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#TD2# Kiang turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Kiang manages to end up in side control. Zakrzewski is trying to control Kiang's posture but Kiang avoids it. #T3# Zakrzewski is looking to regain half guard here but Kiang keeps moving and retains side control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Zakrzewski is not content to let Kiang control the position. Zakrzewski tries to buck Kiang off but Kiang is having none of it. Kiang wants to control but Zakrzewski is keeping him busy. Zakrzewski is looking for a sweep. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Kiang scores with punches from side control. Kiang is staying tight to Zakrzewski's torso, preventing him from escaping. You can see the frustration on Zakrzewski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Zakrzewski tries to escape but Kiang is in 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! Kiang stuffs the takedown. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt - Kiang sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Kiang throws a big counter head kick but Zakrzewski avoids it with no problem. 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# Zakrzewski is looking to land body kicks. Kiang only half commits to the counter leg kick.#TD2# Kiang fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Zakrzewski sprawls well initially but Kiang persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Zakrzewski wants to stand back up but Kiang manages to pass into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Zakrzewski is not content to let Kiang control the position. Kiang scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Zakrzewski to see if he's OK. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski wants to control but Kiang postures up. Zakrzewski is trying to get back to his feet.#T1# Zakrzewski wants to control but Kiang postures up. Kiang in side control, just content to control the action for now. Kiang wants to control but Zakrzewski is keeping him busy. The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Zakrzewski wants to control but Kiang postures up.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Zakrzewski is looking to reverse the position. Zakrzewski on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Yawa Kiang has got the better of the ground game so far. Kiang in side control, just content to control the action for now. Zakrzewski is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kiang's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Kiang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zakrzewski keeps working. #T3# Zakrzewski regains full guard. Nicely done. Zakrzewski tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Zakrzewski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kiang steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Zakrzewski shoots in looking for a takedown. Kiang tries to sprawl out of it but Zakrzewski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kiang manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Kiang keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Kiang 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.#TD2# Kiang darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Zakrzewski wants to get back to full guard but Kiang has passed into side control. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Kiang trying to control the position but Zakrzewski is working away. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yawa Kiang 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# Zakrzewski shoots for a double leg takedown but Kiang sprawls well. He's pushed Zakrzewski's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up and Kiang counters with a nice body kick.
Kiang defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. Kiang is trying to counter with his kicks. Zakrzewski goes for a double leg but Kiang avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kiang continues to drive forward. Kiang is looking for the big counter here. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. 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# Zakrzewski jumps into guard, dragging Kiang to the mat.
#SUB# Zakrzewski isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kiang stacks Zakrzewski on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Kiang! Both fighters are breathing heavily. Kiang trying to control the position but Zakrzewski is working away. #T1# Kiang landing strikes. Kiang staying calm.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Kiang trying to control the position but Zakrzewski is working away. Kiang slows the pace down. #T3# Zakrzewski sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Zakrzewski is trying to stand up here but Kiang is controlling him well. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Zakrzewski closes the distance and clinches up with Kiang, looking for a takedown. Zakrzewski pushes Kiang against the cage but Kiang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Zakrzewski backing away here, and Kiang unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Zakrzewski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kiang swats him away and circles back towards the center. And Kiang responds with a good body kick, but Zakrzewski manages to step out the way in time. Zakrzewski steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kiang. That one must have hurt. Zakrzewski tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Kiang counters with a flying knee. Nice. #T4##TD2# Kiang shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Zakrzewski trying to control here.
Yawa Kiang is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Kiang is controlling the pace.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski 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!
And that's the end of the fight! Yawa Kiang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Kiang 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30 Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30 Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yawa Kiang! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 20, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Schnapp throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Zakrzewski on the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. The fighters circle momentarily. Schnapp darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. An inside leg kick lands from Schnapp. Schnapp keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Schnapp fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Zakrzewski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Schnapp connects with a right hand. Zakrzewski shakes it off. Schnapp rushes Zakrzewski with punches - Zakrzewski moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Zakrzewski goes down! Schnapp follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Frank Schnapp! An out of breath Frank Schnapp thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 15, 2024 |
#R1# Zakrzewski doesn't succeed with the takedown and Salvacion counters with an outside leg kick.
Zakrzewski shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Salvacion defends it nicely. Zakrzewski tries to close the distance and clinch but Salvacion swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Salvacion thinks about countering with a body kick. Zakrzewski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Salvacion tries to avoid it but Zakrzewski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Salvacion to the ground. Salvacion escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. It appears Salvacion was looking to counter with a kick there. Clifford Val Salvacion 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. Zakrzewski closes the distance and clinches up with Salvacion, looking for a takedown. Zakrzewski pushes Salvacion against the cage but Salvacion circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2# Zakrzewski looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Salvacion!#SUB2# Zakrzewski is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Salvacion is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1# Zakrzewski throwing strikes but missing, from side control. Salvacion wants to control but Zakrzewski postures up. Zakrzewski wants to stand but Salvacion has his arm trapped. Salvacion tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zakrzewski wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Zakrzewski misses with the ground and pound. Zakrzewski fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2# Zakrzewski working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Zakrzewski moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. Zakrzewski lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Salvacion down.
Salvacion tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2# Zakrzewski tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Zakrzewski has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3# Zakrzewski in side control, throwing shots but Salvacion defends. Salvacion struggling a bit here. Zakrzewski throwing strikes but missing, from side control. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Zakrzewski controlling the position from side mount. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. No luck with that takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. Salvacion throws a quick counter kick to the body but Zakrzewski avoids it.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Salvacion jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Zakrzewski looks winded! Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Salvacion as he jumps to the side. Zakrzewski goes for a double leg but Salvacion avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Salvacion continues to drive forward. Salvacion quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD# Salvacion drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Salvacion sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Zakrzewski is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
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 Clifford Val Salvacion 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# A head kick by Zakrzewski misses and Salvacion counters with a nice kick to the body. Zakrzewski is trying hard to land a takedown here. Salvacion sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Zakrzewski looks to clinch and Salvacion counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Zakrzewski is lucky that one didn't land flush. #TD2# Zakrzewski closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Zakrzewski 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# Zakrzewski goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Salvacion has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Zakrzewski but great work by Salvacion. Zakrzewski is trying to get back to half guard. Salvacion controlling the position from side mount. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily.#T1# Salvacion grinds an elbow into Zakrzewski's temple. Salvacion working away. Zakrzewski is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Salvacion is staying active. Salvacion scores with a couple of short elbows. Zakrzewski is trying to get back to half guard. Salvacion taking a breather here. Salvacion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zakrzewski can do to turn this around?#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Zakrzewski is trying to control Salvacion's posture but Salvacion avoids it. #T3# Salvacion 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 Zakrzewski's shoulder. That is not cool. Zakrzewski is trying to improve his position.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Zakrzewski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Salvacion counters with a nice body kick.
#TD# Salvacion manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Zakrzewski on his heels. He'll look to pass Zakrzewski's guard now, I'm sure. Salvacion sitting in guard here, content to control. Salvacion knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zakrzewski on the ground.#T4# Salvacion postures up.
Salvacion controlling from the top position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Clifford Val Salvacion dominated that second round. That's time! Salvacion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3# Zakrzewski shoots and misses and Salvacion counters with a body kick. Zakrzewski wants to clinch up but Salvacion keeps it at a distance. Salvacion is looking to counter with a body kick. No luck for Zakrzewski with that takedown attempt. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown and Salvacion counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Clifford Val Salvacion 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. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown but Salvacion shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Zakrzewski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Zakrzewski throws a sloppy body shot
and Salvacion counters with a nice body kick. Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt. Salvacion jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T1# Zakrzewski misses with a leg kick and Salvacion finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#TD# Salvacion shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Zakrzewski is trying to defend but Salvacion finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Salvacion keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2# Zakrzewski tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Salvacion has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Zakrzewski tries to hold on but Salvacion postures up.#T3# Zakrzewski is squirming around, avoiding Salvacion's attempts to control the action. Salvacion controlling from the full mount. Zakrzewski tries to reverse the position but Salvacion maintains control.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Zakrzewski wants to control but Salvacion is having none of it. Zakrzewski squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Salvacion can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Zakrzewski is looking to escape. Clifford Val Salvacion 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! Zakrzewski is trying to stand.
And that's the end of the fight! Clifford Val Salvacion showed his dominance in that final round. Well Salvacion 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27 Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clifford Val Salvacion! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 09, 2024 |
#R1##CL# Grimes moves into the clinch successfully.
Zakrzewski lands a nice knee to the body. Grimes is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Zakrzewski to keep the fight standing. Zakrzewski working Grimes over with knees to the body.#TD2# Zakrzewski has picked Grimes up - he's going for a ride! Zakrzewski dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Grimes tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Zakrzewski manages to move to mount!
Grimes wants to hold on but Zakrzewski pushes him away.#SUB2# Zakrzewski throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Grimes has his hands clasped together but Zakrzewski breaks the hold and Grimes is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by Zakrzewski!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Krzysztof Zakrzewski! |
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Event:
HFC 79:Caceres vs Graham
Date: Dec 23, 2023 |
#R1##CL2# Alexander pushes Zakrzewski up against the cage in a clinch. Zakrzewski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Zakrzewski is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Alexander gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Alexander is working Zakrzewski over against the cage. Zakrzewski working hard to break the clinch. A short right from Alexander on the inside. Alexander works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Alexander's coach down at Pure Progress Fitness was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Alexander's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Zakrzewski takes a knee right on the jaw!
A short uppercut from Alexander. Alexander landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Alexander scores with a hook to the body. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. A short uppercut from Alexander. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Alexander lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zakrzewski backwards. Alexander keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Zakrzewski's efforts to push away.#BC2# Alexander escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2# Zakrzewski tries to keep at a distance but Alexander has taken the fight into the clinch. Zakrzewski takes a knee to the side of the body. Alexander crunches a lovely knee into Zakrzewski's ribcage.#T1##BC2# Alexander breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. A slapping leg kick lands for Alexander.
#CL2# Alexander moves into range and clinches up with Zakrzewski. Alexander landing knees to the body.
Alexander working Zakrzewski over with knees to the body. Alexander lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Alexander lands a nice uppercut. Alexander comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Alexander lands with a short shot to the head. A nice right hand lands inside from Alexander. This has been an exciting period of action! Alexander lands an elbow inside that Zakrzewski shrugs off. #CUT2#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Alexander throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Zakrzewskis head. Alexander lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Zakrzewski backwards. Alexander crunches a lovely knee into Zakrzewski's ribcage. Alexander lands a knee to the head.
Alexander putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Zakrzewski in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Alexander lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2# Alexander scores with a knee to the head.
A knee to the head by Alexander.
Alexander connects with a knee to the head.
#BC2# Alexander manages to break the clinch.
#CL2# Alexander moves into the clinch successfully.
Alexander lands an elbow that stopped Zakrzewski in his tracks for a moment. Alexander comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Alexander lands a damaging elbow. #BC2# Alexander breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Zakrzewski is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Alexander.#CUT2#Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut is getting worse.#KD2# Oooooh!!! Alexander has knocked Zakrzewski down with a huge combo! Alexander steps away and waves a wobbly Zakrzewski back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Zakrzewski is rocked!#CL2# Alexander gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Oh Zakrzewski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Alexander lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zakrzewski backwards. Alexander landing knees to the head.
Alexander scores with a shot to the side of Zakrzewski's head. Zakrzewski seems to have got his legs back now.#T3##BC2# Alexander escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zakrzewski throws a nice looking combination but Alexander bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL2# Alexander drives through and clinches with Zakrzewski against the cage.
#BC2# Alexander breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Alexander closes the distance and clinches. Alexander unloads a knee to the mid-section. Zakrzewski lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Alexander lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zakrzewski backwards. Alexander lands an elbow inside. Zakrzewski looking for a takedown. A right hand to the body from Alexander.
Alexander lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Alexander. Alexander lands with a short shot to the head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Alexander lands a damaging elbow. Alexander lands a nice uppercut.#T4# Alexander connects with a nasty looking knee right to Zakrzewski's face.
Zakrzewski tries to pull guard but Alexander holds him up against the cage and eventually Zakrzewski drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Alexander lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Still in the clinch, Alexander scores with a nice short uppercut. Alexander lands a body punch in the clinch. Alexander unloads a knee to the mid-section. Alexander unloads a knee to the mid-section. Alexander lands a shot to the body. Alexander lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Zakrzewski backwards. Nice elbow from Alexander. #CUT2#Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! A quick uppercut on the inside from Alexander. Alexander creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Zakrzewski's defenses. Alexander lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#BC2# Alexander'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.
Jon Alexander dominated that round. The cut man is working on Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2# Alexander instigates a clinch. Alexander unloads a knee to the mid-section. Zakrzewski lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Alexander makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Jon Alexander seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Alexander scores with a shot to the side of Zakrzewski's head. Zakrzewski tries to score a body lock takedown but Alexander shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Zakrzewski is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Alexander is keeping busy. Alexander is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Alexander lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. A right handed body shot lands from Alexander.
Alexander lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zakrzewski backwards. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alexander works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Alexander lands an uppercut.#BC2# Alexander breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#KD2# Alexander lands a left and a right that send Zakrzewski crashing to the mat, dazed. Alexander thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet! Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Alexander lands a jab and follows it up with a massive straight that knocks Zakrzewski out cold! Zakrzewski is crumpled in the corner, his head only propped up by the cage! That's one for the organiziational promos right there! Wow, what a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jon Alexander! Jon Alexander managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Flawless Victory Nutrition, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 28, 2023 |
#R1# Frid dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Frid smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Frid getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Zakrzewski takes a jab right on the kisser.
A punch lands to the side of Zakrzewski 's head but he takes it in his stride. Zakrzewski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD# Zakrzewski darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Frid tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Zakrzewski manages to move to mount!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU# Zakrzewski stands up from mount. Strange move. Frid connects with a body shot that sends Zakrzewski's belly button to the back. Frid connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Frid moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT2#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Frid lands a nice hook to Zakrzewski's body. Zakrzewski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Frid misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1##TD# Zakrzewski throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Frid was covering up waiting for the punch and Zakrzewski finishes the takedown easily into guard. Frid is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Zakrzewski dives into side control.
#REVB##SUB# Zakrzewski is working to tighten his grip on Frid's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Frid has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Zakrzewski is really squeezing tight and eventually Frid passes out! Zakrzewski breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Krzysztof Zakrzewski! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
#R1##CL2# Reyes gets a clinch. #TD2# Reyes decides to pull guard. #SUB2# Reyes pushes a forearm under Zakrzewski's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Zakrzewski is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ronaldo Reyes! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 24, 2023 |
#R1# That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Zakrzewski crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Ma - the referee stops the clock and Zakrzewski gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Ma. Zakrzewski manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Zakrzewski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Ma swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#TD2# Ma fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Zakrzewski sprawls well initially but Ma persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Ma trying to control the pace. Zakrzewski is in trouble now - Ma has advanced to mount! Zakrzewski in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. Ma controlling the pace for now. #T1# Ma pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Ma takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Ma cracks Zakrzewski with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Ma takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Zakrzewski takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T2# Ma controlling his opponent. #SUB2# Ma is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Zakrzewski to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Zakrzewski shrugs it off. Ma controlling the position easily from mount. #T3# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ma lands a nice shot to the head. #T4# Ma controlling the pace for now. #SUB2# Ma is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Zakrzewski can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Ma looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2# Ma working for a guillotine from mount but Zakrzewski is in no mood to give up. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ma controlling from mount. Ma scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Zakrzewski?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dong Hyun Ma dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2# Ma looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Ma looking to pass the guard. Ma sitting in guard, not really doing much. Ma advances position into side control! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A lull in the action here as Ma stalls from top position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1# Ma lands an elbow. Ma takes a little break here. Zakrzewski wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#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. Let's hope that Ma 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# Ma thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Zakrzewski is trying to improve his position. Ma is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T3# Ma connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Zakrzewski some visible discomfort.
Ma controlling the position from side mount. Zakrzewski takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Dong Hyun Ma has got the better of the ground game so far. Ma is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2# Ma tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Zakrzewski is being controlled here. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dong Hyun Ma 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##TD2# Ma gets a takedown into half guard. Ma looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Ma. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB2# Ma is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Zakrzewski is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dong Hyun Ma! Dong Hyun Ma made sure to mention his sponsor, Sakura Style in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 21, 2023 |
#R1# Howell wants to clinch. Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Zakrzewski is trying hard to land a takedown here. Howell sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Howell tries to counter with a takedown but Zakrzewski is quick to defend against it.#CL2# Howell tries to keep at a distance but Zakrzewski has taken the fight into the clinch. Zakrzewski unloads a knee to the mid-section.#TD2# Zakrzewski successfully pulls guard.
Howell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB# Howell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Howell works over Zakrzewski with some ground and pound from guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Howell with a nice head shot there. Howell postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Howell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Howell 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.#SUB# Howell drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Howell jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1# Howell postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Howell postures up and lands a big shot to Zakrzewski's brow. Howell stands up over Zakrzewski, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Howell tries to free his leg and advance position but Zakrzewski is retaining full guard. Howell cracks Zakrzewski with a solid left hand. Zakrzewski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Howell works over Zakrzewski with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2# Zakrzewski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Howell gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Zakrzewski looks winded! Howell lands a couple of decent looking shots. Howell stands up over Zakrzewski, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2# Howell has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Zakrzewski is proving hard to escape from. Howell scoring with punches to the head and body. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Howell's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Zakrzewski has momentary wrist control but Howell slips an elbow through the middle.#ROC#Zakrzewski is rocked! Howell stands up over Zakrzewski, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Zakrzewski is still in real trouble! Can Howell finish him? The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Howell gets to his feet and stands over Zakrzewski, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Zakrzewski felt that one! Howell unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Zakrzewski from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Amari Howell! |
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Event:
ALLSTAR FINAL
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
#R1# Jab by Zakrzewski. Lewis stuffs the takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski gets slowly back to his feet. #CL# Zakrzewski pushes Lewis up against the ropes in a clinch. Zakrzewski is working for takedown but Lewis is calmly controlling the position for now. Lewis keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Zakrzewski's efforts to push away. Lewis is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Zakrzewski is defending well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Zakrzewski jumps guard and drags Lewis to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Zakrzewski lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2# Zakrzewski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lewis has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zakrzewski has managed to get both his arms back between Lewis's legs - danger averted.#T1##SUB2# Lewis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Zakrzewski with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2# Lewis is looking for a triangle but Zakrzewski pushes his legs off easily.
Zakrzewski trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Zakrzewski sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2# Lewis looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Zakrzewski passes into half guard.
Lewis tries to get to full guard but Zakrzewski has control of the leg. Zakrzewski is nestled in close to Lewis, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Lewis is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Zakrzewski is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Lewis wants to improve his position but Zakrzewski is controlling well.
Zakrzewski is trying to control. Lewis wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring. Zakrzewski wants to stand up but Lewis has a hold of him and won't allow it. Zakrzewski trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#SUB2# Lewis actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# Lewis looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Zakrzewski pushes past his half guard into mount! Lewis is trying desperately to improve position. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Zakrzewski tries to control but Lewis wriggling away. #T3# Lewis is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Zakrzewski is landing with some decent strikes but Lewis is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Zakrzewski lands a heavy elbow. Lewis is desperately trying to improve his position but Zakrzewski has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB# Zakrzewski is working for a guillotine from mount but Lewis frees his head quite easily.
Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Lewis really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lewis can do anything to dispel that myth. Zakrzewski trying to control but Lewis is having none of it. Lewis tries to reverse the position but Zakrzewski maintains control. Zakrzewski 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.#T4# Lewis really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zakrzewski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Lewis keeps trying to improve his position. Lewis holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Zakrzewski tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Lewis is trying to reverse the position but instead Zakrzewski has taken his back - oops! Lewis turns into Zakrzewski and is now in his guard.
#SUB2# Lewis 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. #SUB# Zakrzewski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lewis gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Lewis stopping the sweep attempt from Zakrzewski.#T5# Zakrzewski controls Lewis momentarily but Lewis frees himself. #SUB2# Lewis 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. #SUB2# Lewis drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick Lewis off! Lewis jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. #SUB2# Lewis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lewis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2# Lewis drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick Lewis off! Lewis jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. #T6# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2# Lewis is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Zakrzewski is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Zakrzewski has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2# Lewis throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Zakrzewski escapes and throws Lewis's legs to the side, diving into side control! Zakrzewski gets to mount! Lewis was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #SUB# Zakrzewski has hold of Lewis's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Lewis manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Zakrzewski lands a big shot there that rocks Lewis but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#T7# Zakrzewski prevents Lewis from getting the reversal. Lewis is still trying to improve position.#SUB# Zakrzewski is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Lewis is surviving well by controlling Zakrzewski's body position as best he can. Lewis looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB# Zakrzewski is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Lewis is defending well though. Zakrzewski let's go of the attempt for now. Zakrzewski keeps control of the position as Lewis tries to break free.
#T8# Zakrzewski landing with strikes. Zakrzewski is looking to control Lewis but Lewis is wriggling around and keeping busy. You can see the frustration on Lewis's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves. Zakrzewski trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Lewis tries to escape the position.
Zakrzewski tries to keep control of the position but Lewis is staying busy. Zakrzewski controlling well, preventing Lewis from escaping the position.
#T9# Zakrzewski trying to control momentarily.
Lewis is really stuck here.
Zakrzewski tries to keep control of the position but Lewis is staying busy. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Lewis can't escape the position.
Zakrzewski trying to control momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski dominated that round. That's time! Zakrzewski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R2# Zakrzewski shoots and misses and Lewis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Zakrzewski closes the distance looking to clinch and Lewis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but Lewis moves out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski shoots in looking for a takedown. Lewis tries to sprawl out of it but Zakrzewski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Lewis manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1# Zakrzewski fails with the takedown and Lewis counters with a straight right hand. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Zakrzewski fails with the takedown#KD2# and Lewis counters with a crisp right hand that drops Zakrzewski! Lewis lets Zakrzewski back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Zakrzewski is rocked! Zakrzewski tries to clinch but fails miserably and Lewis counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Zakrzewski out cold! What a finish! Lewis is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jay Lewis! |
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Event:
ALLSTAR MMA: Yamasaki Vs Jones
Date: Oct 12, 2023 |
#R1# Zakrzewski moves to clinch but James breaks away letting James counter with a right hand. Zakrzewski fails with the takedown and James counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. Zakrzewski closes the distance and clinches up with James, looking for a takedown. Zakrzewski pushes James against the cage but James circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. James tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. James avoids the body shot from Zakrzewski.
James with the counter takedown but Zakrzewski avoids it easily. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown and James counters with a nice uppercut. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. 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. Zakrzewski throws a quick head kick that skims the top of James's head. Zakrzewski shoots in but James avoids the takedown attempt easily. James looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. James is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1##TD# Zakrzewski shoots in and gets a takedown into James's guard.#SUB2# James working for submissions but it's allowed Zakrzewski to get to half guard.
James is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Zakrzewski wants to control but James is keeping him busy. #T2##SUB# Zakrzewski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
James is looking for a sweep. Zakrzewski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2# James looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Zakrzewski throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing James to regain full guard. #SUB2# James is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2# James is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T3##SUB2# James is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zakrzewski is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2# James looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# James is looking for a triangle but Zakrzewski pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# James has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Zakrzewski is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for James. James is looking to regain half guard here but Zakrzewski keeps moving and retains side control. #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. Zakrzewski wants to control but James is keeping him busy. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Zakrzewski works over James's head and body with a nice combination. Zakrzewski moves to clinch but James breaks away #TD2# and James counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Zakrzewski! Zakrzewski is breathing heavily.#T5##SUB2# James goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Zakrzewski has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for James but great work by Zakrzewski. James really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zakrzewski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. James manages to work his way to half guard, despite Zakrzewski's best efforts. James is staying active underneath Zakrzewski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Zakrzewski prevents James from improving his position. James avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski is trying to control the action in half guard but James is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T6##SUB2# James looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Zakrzewski seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. James slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2# James looking for a guillotine here but Zakrzewski defends easily.
#T7# Zakrzewski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2# James is looking for a triangle but Zakrzewski pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# James is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2# James working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zakrzewski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zakrzewski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T8# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. James keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Zakrzewski wants to clinch. James feints the counter takedown. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but James is having none of it. #T9# Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. James drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Zakrzewski defends it well. Zakrzewski has his takedown stuffed#TD2# so James counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2# James drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. #SUB2# James postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Zakrzewski is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of James, into his guard. #REVR# Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# James looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Zakrzewski passes into 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 Krzysztof Zakrzewski will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut. 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!#R2# Zakrzewski with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2# and James counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Zakrzewski! #SUB2# James working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2# James goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Zakrzewski rolls with the submission and now he's on top in James's guard! Nice work there by Zakrzewski! The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zakrzewski wants to control from the top but James keeps moving. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2# James is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zakrzewski is aware though and is defending well.#T1##SUB# Zakrzewski drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Zakrzewski jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if James can do anything to dispel that myth. Zakrzewski wants to control from the top but James keeps moving. #SUB2# James looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2# Zakrzewski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# Zakrzewski got a little sloppy there for a moment and James has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zakrzewski has managed to get both his arms back between James's legs - danger averted. Zakrzewski throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as James works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Zakrzewski tries to stand but James is controlling from the bottom. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3##SUB2# James working for a triangle but Zakrzewski defends it easily.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Zakrzewski is looking to clinch but James is avoiding it.
Zakrzewski misses the body punch and Zakrzewski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt - James sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Krzysztof Zakrzewski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. James circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2# and James counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Krzysztof Zakrzewski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4# James pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zakrzewski is keeping the position for now. #SUB2# James drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Zakrzewski dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2# Zakrzewski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# James is looking for a triangle but Zakrzewski pushes his legs off easily.
#T5##SUB2# James has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zakrzewski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2# James is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2# James has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zakrzewski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Zakrzewski trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. James 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# James is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zakrzewski is aware though and is defending well. Zakrzewski wants to control from the top but James keeps moving. Zakrzewski looking to pass the guard. #T7##SUB2# Zakrzewski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# James working for a triangle but Zakrzewski defends it easily.
#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. James swats away the attempt to clinch by Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2# and James counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T8##SUB2# James drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. #SUB2# James 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. #SUB2# James drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. #SUB2# James drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Zakrzewski manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now James has Zakrzewski in his guard.#REVR##T9##SU# Zakrzewski stands up and waves to James to follow him. Zakrzewski with a poor takedown enabling James to counter with a crisp jab. Zakrzewski with a poor takedown and James counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Zakrzewski wants to clinch#TD2# and James counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by James.
And that's the end of the fight! John James comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I have no idea who won that fight. Let's wait and see whether the judges are as confused as me! Time for a split decision perhaps?!. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight for John James! Judge Seu Braga scores the fight for John James! Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight for John James!
John James wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
ALLSTAR MMA: DozerVsYamasaki 2
Date: Sep 12, 2023 |
#R1# Zakrzewski tries to clinch but Cayman moves away and Cayman counters with a straight right hand. Cayman stuffs the takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski gets slowly back to his feet. Zakrzewski throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Zakrzewski shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD# so Cayman counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Cayman trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Zakrzewski keeping full guard, as Cayman tries to pass. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski trying to keep a closed guard but Cayman is proving a slippery customer.
Zakrzewski trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T1# Cayman looking to pass the guard. Cayman wants to control from the top but Zakrzewski keeps moving. Zakrzewski is trying to control the position but Cayman postures up. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Zakrzewski keeping moving, preventing Cayman from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Zakrzewski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL# and Cayman holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Phil Cayman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.#TD# Cayman has picked Zakrzewski up - he's going for a ride! Cayman dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Zakrzewski is trying to stand up here but Cayman is controlling him well. #T2# Zakrzewski wants to control but Cayman is keeping busy.
Cayman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Cayman sitting and controlling from the half guard. Zakrzewski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Zakrzewski looks winded! Cayman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Cayman tries to pass to full mount but Zakrzewski defends it. #T3# Cayman stalling. Cayman working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB# Cayman is looking for a kimura but Zakrzewski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cayman to get the leverage. #SUB# Cayman is trying to work for a kimura but Zakrzewski is defending well.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB# Cayman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Cayman is controlling the pace.
#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Cayman tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Zakrzewski. #SUB# Zakrzewski is defending against the submission attempts here by Cayman.
#SUB# Cayman is trying to work for a kimura but Zakrzewski is defending well.
#T5##SUB# Cayman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zakrzewski is just riding it out for now. Cayman eventually gives up the hold. Cayman winds up and cracks Zakrzewski with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB# Cayman seems to be working for a kimura but Zakrzewski defends the submission attempt.#SUB# Cayman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T6# 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. Cayman stops Zakrzewski from getting back to his feet.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL# Cayman closes the distance and clinches. Cayman taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#BC# Cayman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD# Cayman drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB# Cayman tries for a kimura but Zakrzewski is defending well. #T7# Cayman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zakrzewski keeps working. Zakrzewski wants to get back to his feet but Cayman is dominant here and he's now got Zakrzewski's back! Zakrzewski trying to control but not successfully. Cayman lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
#SUB# Zakrzewski preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Cayman. #T8# Will Cayman go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB# Cayman is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Zakrzewski knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Zakrzewski for a finish. Will Cayman go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Cayman has the hooks in. Zakrzewski is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB# Cayman is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Cayman lands with a hammerfist to the side of Zakrzewski's head.#T9##SUB# Cayman has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Zakrzewski has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB# Cayman is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Zakrzewski defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. Cayman biding his time, controlling Zakrzewski. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Cayman is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Zakrzewski has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Phil Cayman dominated that 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!#R2# A lazy body kick from Zakrzewski #TD# and Cayman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Cayman. #SUB# Cayman has gone for a leg lock! Zakrzewski slips out almost immediately though and dives into Cayman's guard.#REVB# Zakrzewski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cayman swivels though and keeps the full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Cayman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Cayman on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Cayman tries to get out of the position. Zakrzewski wants to pass the guard but Cayman is keeping the position. The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1# Zakrzewski looking to sit in guard and control but Cayman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Cayman controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Zakrzewski controls Cayman momentarily but Cayman frees himself. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Cayman works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB# Cayman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Zakrzewski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cayman. Cayman wants to free his trapped foot but Zakrzewski is holding on for dear life with his legs. Cayman is looking to take a break and control but Zakrzewski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Zakrzewski slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Cayman trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3# Cayman 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. Zakrzewski is trying to keep Cayman in close.
Cayman looking to sit in guard and control but Zakrzewski gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Cayman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T4# Cayman wants to pass the guard but Zakrzewski is keeping the position. Cayman would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB# Cayman has gone for a leg lock! Zakrzewski slips out almost immediately though and dives into Cayman's guard.#REVB# Zakrzewski has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Cayman is proving hard to escape from. Cayman is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T5# Zakrzewski tries to stand but Cayman is controlling from the bottom. Cayman throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Zakrzewski postures up in Cayman's guard and throws a big left but Cayman blocks it. Cayman looking for a sweep. Not yet Cayman, not yet. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup. Zakrzewski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cayman is keeping the position for now. Zakrzewski wants to stand and escape but instead Cayman has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##T6# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Zakrzewski thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. Cayman wants to control from the top but Zakrzewski keeps moving. Cayman passes easily into side control. Nice work. Cayman lands a few punches from side control. Cayman trying to control the action but Zakrzewski is working from the bottom. #T7# Cayman cracks Zakrzewski with an elbow. That is naaassty.#SUB# Cayman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB# Cayman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Zakrzewski knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Cayman in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T8# 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. Check out the look on Cayman's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#SUB# Cayman is trying to get an arm triangle but Zakrzewski is defending well. Zakrzewski struggling a bit here.#T9##SUB# Cayman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Zakrzewski has escaped the position, nice work there. Zakrzewski is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Cayman is controlling him well. Cayman is looking to take a break and control but Zakrzewski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Cayman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
And that's the end of the fight! Phil Cayman showed his dominance in that final round. Well Cayman 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight for Phil Cayman! Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight for Phil Cayman! Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight for Phil Cayman!
Phil Cayman wins by unanimous decision! A relieved looking Phil Cayman 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 09, 2023 |
#R1# Zakrzewski misses with a two punch combination.
Zakrzewski fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Krzysztof Zakrzewski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Laughlin throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Laughlin throws a right and a left that Zakrzewski avoids nicely. Zakrzewski is looking to counter with head kicks. Zakrzewski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Laughlin tries to avoid it but Zakrzewski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Laughlin to the ground. Laughlin escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Laughlin is looking for the big counter here. Zakrzewski shoots in but no luck this time. Laughlin steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Zakrzewski. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Laughlin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Zakrzewski moves out of range and avoids them all easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL# Zakrzewski forces Laughlin back against the cage and clinches. Laughlin is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC# Zakrzewski manages to break the clinch.
Laughlin throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD# and Zakrzewski counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T1# Zakrzewski thows a huge punch but Laughlin dodges it nicely.
Zakrzewski is looking to advance position but Laughlin won't allow it. Zakrzewski trying to control the pace. Zakrzewski trying to pass the guard but Laughlin defending well. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Zakrzewski is taking a breather. Laughlin 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. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Zakrzewski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Laughlin's head. Zakrzewski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Laughlin knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zakrzewski in particular looking to stall.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown but Laughlin shows good takedown defense. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Laughlin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Laughlin throws a counter combo.#T3# Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Laughlin!
#CL# Zakrzewski has taken the fight to the clinch.
Laughlin has had enough of the clinch but Zakrzewski keeps him there for the moment. Zakrzewski has Laughlin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Laughlin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Zakrzewski prevents Laughlin from breaking the clinch. Laughlin is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Laughlin is trying to push Zakrzewski away but Zakrzewski has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Laughlin is trying to force a seperation but Zakrzewski has the dominant position. Laughlin wants to get back to striking at distance but Zakrzewski won't allow it.
Zakrzewski tries for a takedown. No joy.
Laughlin can't break the clinch.
Zakrzewski is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Laughlin pulls him back up using the underhooks. Laughlin has had enough of the clinch but Zakrzewski keeps him there for the moment. Zakrzewski manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Laughlin managing to block the knees to the body from Zakrzewski.
#T4# Laughlin wants to get back to striking at distance but Zakrzewski won't allow it.
Zakrzewski stalls. Laughlin is trying to push Zakrzewski away but Zakrzewski has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Zakrzewski fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Laughlin tries to break the clinch but Zakrzewski is controlling the position. #BC2# Laughlin breaks the clinch.
Zakrzewski doesn't succeed with the takedown and Laughlin counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Laughlin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Zakrzewski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Josiah Laughlin will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut. 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# Laughlin misses with a series of wild punches.
Zakrzewski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Laughlin. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Zakrzewski tries for a takedown but Laughlin circles away easily and Laughlin counters with a left and a right that stings Zakrzewski. Some wild striking there from Laughlin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt. Laughlin steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Zakrzewski. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. The fight stays on the outside here - Zakrzewski looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1# Zakrzewski dodges the punch combination from Laughlin.
Zakrzewski tries to counter by clinching up but Laughlin breaks away and moves out of range. Some wild striking there from Laughlin.
Laughlin throws a right and a left that Zakrzewski avoids nicely. Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt. Krzysztof Zakrzewski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Laughlin misses with a few strikes there.
Laughlin misses with a jab, cross combination.
A quick step to the side and Zakrzewski tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2##CL# Zakrzewski rushes Laughlin and presses him up against the cage. Laughlin is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Laughlin tries to circle away but Zakrzewski has him pinned against the cage.#TD# Zakrzewski successfully pulls guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Zakrzewski looking for a sweep. Not yet Zakrzewski, not yet. #SUB# Zakrzewski had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Laughlin defends it easily. Laughlin trying to control but Zakrzewski is working from the bottom. Zakrzewski has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Laughlin has passed into side control.
#T3# Zakrzewski tries to improve position but can't. Laughlin cracks Zakrzewski with a big elbow. Zakrzewski tries to buck Laughlin off but Laughlin is having none of it. Laughlin wants to control but Zakrzewski is keeping him busy. Zakrzewski is trying to improve his position.#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. Laughlin working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. Zakrzewski is trying to work for a sweep but Laughlin has mounted him! Zakrzewski tries to reverse the position but Laughlin maintains control. Zakrzewski is squirming around, avoiding Laughlin's attempts to control the action. #SUB2# Laughlin is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Zakrzewski to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Zakrzewski shrugs it off. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Laughlin with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Josiah Laughlin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut. 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. 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# Zakrzewski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Zakrzewski takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Laughlin lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Laughlin throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL# and Zakrzewski moves into the clinch. Laughlin looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Laughlin has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Laughlin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Zakrzewski.#TD# Zakrzewski manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Zakrzewski throws his legs up looking for a submission but Laughlin uses it to pass to side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Zakrzewski is looking to reverse the position.#T1# What's Zakrzewski going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle. Laughlin wants to control but Zakrzewski is keeping him busy. #SUB2# Laughlin is trying to get an arm triangle but Zakrzewski is defending well. Josiah Laughlin has got the better of the ground game so far. Zakrzewski is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Laughlin off and has taken his back!#T2# Zakrzewski misses with a punch to the head. Zakrzewski has good solid back control here. Laughlin looking very determined here, making life difficult for Zakrzewski.
Laughlin is trying to get back to his feet but Zakrzewski has full control of the position and if anything, Laughlin has just worked his way into a worse spot. Zakrzewski keeps control of the position easily here as Laughlin tries to buck him off.
#T3# Zakrzewski struggling to keep hold of the position.
Laughlin is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Laughlin trying to get back to his feet but Zakrzewski is in full control for now. Zakrzewski wants to control but Laughlin manages to buck him off and is now in Zakrzewski's guard! Nice work there by Laughlin! #T4# Zakrzewski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Zakrzewski 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. Laughlin throws a big elbow that misses. Zakrzewski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Laughlin won't allow Zakrzewski to get back to his feet. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Josiah Laughlin. I've got Laughlin 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30 Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30 Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Josiah Laughlin! An intense looking Josiah Laughlin took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Give me the next man, I'll fight anybody.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 27, 2023 |
#R1# Carboza fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2# Carboza drives through and clinches with Zakrzewski against the cage.
#BC# Zakrzewski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL# Zakrzewski moves into the clinch successfully.
Zakrzewski wants to break free but Carboza has control.
Zakrzewski wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Zakrzewski is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Carboza to keep the fight standing. Zakrzewski is working for takedown but Carboza is calmly controlling the position for now. Zakrzewski tries to pull guard but Carboza holds him up against the cage and eventually Zakrzewski drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Carboza lands an elbow that stopped Zakrzewski in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Carboza is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Carboza lands a nice knee to the body. Carboza comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Zakrzewski tries to pull guard but Carboza holds him up against the cage and eventually Zakrzewski drops back down to his feet.
#T1# Zakrzewski is working for takedown but Carboza is calmly controlling the position for now. Carboza lands a good knee to the midsection. Zakrzewski won't want to take too many of those. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Carboza dodges an elbow strike from Zakrzewski.
Zakrzewski wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Carboza connects with a knee to the head.
Carboza landing knees to the head.
Carboza connects with a knee to the head.
#CUT2#Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut is getting worse. Carboza using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A knee to the head by Carboza.
Carboza scores with a knee to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Carboza crunches a lovely knee into Zakrzewski's ribcage. Carboza comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Carboza obliges.#T2# Carboza is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Carboza with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Carboza landing knees to the head.
Zakrzewski takes a knee to the side of the body. Carboza putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Zakrzewski in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Carboza is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Carboza landing knees to the head.
Carboza lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Carboza unloads a knee to the mid-section. Zakrzewski lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Carboza landing knees to the head.
Carboza scores with a knee to the head.
Carboza working Zakrzewski over with knees to the body. Zakrzewski takes a knee right on the jaw!
#ROC2#Zakrzewski is rocked!#T3##KD2# Carboza drops Zakrzewski with a big knee straight up the middle! Zakrzewski is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! Oh Zakrzewski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Jeez, Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked. Carboza fails in his attempt to clinch. Carboza tries to clinch but Zakrzewski moves out of range. #CL2# Carboza clinches up against the cage. Carboza crunches a lovely knee into Zakrzewski's ribcage. Zakrzewski seems to have got his legs back now.#KD2# Carboza drops Zakrzewski with a big knee straight up the middle! Zakrzewski is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Carboza tries to clinch up. Carboza is looking to clinch but Zakrzewski is avoiding it.
#CL2# Carboza closes the distance and clinches. Carboza lands a knee to the body.
Zakrzewski takes a knee right on the jaw!
Carboza landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Carboza landing knees to the head.
#T4# Carboza lands an elbow inside. Knees to the body from Carboza.
Carboza lands an elbow that stopped Zakrzewski in his tracks for a moment.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Luiz Carboza! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 13, 2023 |
#R1##TD2# Cazi shoots in and bounces Zakrzewski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Cazi missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Cazi is pushing down on Zakrzewski's leg trying to pass to half guard. Zakrzewski is fighting to maintain full guard but Cazi has managed to sneak the leg through. Zakrzewski wants to get back to full guard. Cazi thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2# Cazi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zakrzewski has managed to free his arm - good work. Cazi prevents Zakrzewski from improving his position. 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. Zakrzewski wants to control but Cazi is keeping busy.
#T1##SUB2# Cazi is working for a submission of some sort.
Zakrzewski trying to control from the bottom.
Zakrzewski tries to roll over but Cazi keeps him under control.#SUB2# Cazi wants to work for an arm triangle but Zakrzewski is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#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. Zakrzewski trying to get back to full guard but Cazi takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Zakrzewski is squirming around, avoiding Cazi's attempts to control the action. #SUB2# Cazi working for a guillotine from mount but Zakrzewski is in no mood to give up. #SUB2# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Cazi looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. Cazi lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Cazi raining down hammerfists from mount.#T3# Cazi is trying to control here but Zakrzewski has managed to regain half guard.
Zakrzewski tries to roll over but Cazi keeps him under control.#SUB2# Cazi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zakrzewski is just riding it out for now. Cazi eventually gives up the hold. Zakrzewski keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2# Cazi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Cazi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SU2# Cazi stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Zakrzewski to get to his feet. Cazi moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. A head kick misses from Cazi. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. The fight stays on the outside here - Zakrzewski looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cazi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Cazi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. No luck with that takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
King Cazi dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2# Cazi shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Zakrzewski's guard.#SU2# Cazi stands up from Zakrzewski's guard - Cazi perhaps looking for a knockout. Cazi fails with the takedown.#CL# Zakrzewski moves into the clinch successfully.
Cazi has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Zakrzewski taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#TD2# Cazi has picked Zakrzewski up - he's going for a ride! Cazi dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Zakrzewski wants to control but Cazi is keeping busy and won't allow it. Zakrzewski manages to get to full guard.
Cazi tries to free his leg and advance position but Zakrzewski is retaining full guard. #T1##SUB2# Cazi drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick Cazi off! Cazi jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. Zakrzewski working a defensive guard but Cazi passes into half guard.
#SUB2# Cazi is working for a kimura but Zakrzewski is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2# Cazi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2# Zakrzewski wants to control but Cazi is keeping busy.
#SUB2# Cazi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Zakrzewski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cazi. #SUB# Zakrzewski looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3##SUB2# Cazi is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zakrzewski sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2# Cazi is looking for a kimura but Zakrzewski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cazi to get the leverage. King Cazi has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2# Cazi wants to work for an arm triangle but Zakrzewski is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Zakrzewski trying to control but Cazi postures up.
#T4# Zakrzewski is trying to stand up here but Cazi is controlling him well. Cazi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cazi lands a nice short elbow. Cazi frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB2# Cazi is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Zakrzewski has managed to escape the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. BOOM! Cazi connects with a massive shot to the dome!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
King Cazi 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##TD2# Zakrzewski gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2# Cazi drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Cazi jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Zakrzewski trying to control the position.
Cazi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cazi trying to control but Zakrzewski is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Cazi drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Cazi jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Cazi preventing the sweep. #T1# Zakrzewski keeping moving, preventing Cazi from controlling successfully. Zakrzewski 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.#SU2# Cazi stands and steps away. Zakrzewski gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Zakrzewski is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD2# Cazi shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2# Cazi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T2# Zakrzewski trying to hold on to Cazi's head to control him but Cazi postures up.
Cazi is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3# Zakrzewski has a hand on Cazi's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Cazi takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Cazi trying to control but he's not successful this time. Zakrzewski can't escape the position.
#SUB2# Cazi swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Zakrzewski is now in Cazi's guard. A big mistake from Cazi there, giving up the dominant position! #T4##SUB2# Zakrzewski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cazi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zakrzewski has managed to get both his arms back between Cazi's legs - danger averted.#SUB2# Cazi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zakrzewski defends it easily.#SUB2# Cazi 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! Zakrzewski rolls with it to try and escape but Cazi cranks on the arm and Zakrzewski is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). King Cazi! |
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Event:
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Date: Jul 01, 2023 |
#R1##KD2# Zakrzewski lands a big head kick that sends Lennon tumbling to the mat! Zakrzewski takes a step backwards and waves Lennon back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#It looks like George Lennon has been cut.#TD2# Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ROC2#Lennon is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Zakrzewski landing some decent shots from guard. Oh Lennon is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB# Zakrzewski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lennon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zakrzewski has managed to get both his arms back between Lennon's legs - danger averted. Lennon seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB# Lennon is looking for a triangle but Zakrzewski pushes his legs off easily.
Zakrzewski looking to pass the guard. #SUB# Lennon working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Zakrzewski has passed into half guard!
#SUB# Lennon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Lennon looking for submissions off his back. Lennon tries to roll over but Zakrzewski keeps him under control.#T1##SUB# Lennon actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Lennon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zakrzewski pulls his head out easily. Zakrzewski trying to control from half guard but Lennon is working away. #SUB# Lennon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zakrzewski pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Lennon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Lennon tries to get to full guard but Zakrzewski has control of the leg. #SUB# Lennon looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Lennon is breathing heavily.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Lennon looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Lennon is staying active underneath Zakrzewski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB# Lennon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2# Zakrzewski seems to be working for a kimura but Lennon defends the submission attempt. Zakrzewski wants to stand up but Lennon is controlling the position.
Lennon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2# Zakrzewski is looking for a kimura but Lennon is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zakrzewski to get the leverage. #SUB# Lennon actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB# Lennon actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Lennon looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Zakrzewski pushes past his half guard into mount! Lennon is looking to improve his position but Zakrzewski isn't that keen on the idea. Zakrzewski looking to control but Lennon is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Lennon is trying desperately to improve position. Lennon gets back to half guard.#SUB# Lennon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zakrzewski pulls his head out easily. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Lennon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Lennon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4# Lennon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zakrzewski's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zakrzewski's back! I really don't envy Zakrzewski right now.
#SUB# Lennon is looking for the choke from the back position but Zakrzewski is controlling his hands well. #SUB# Lennon is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Zakrzewski has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. A lull in the action here.
#SUB# Lennon is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Zakrzewski knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Zakrzewski for a finish. #SUB# Zakrzewski is having to fend off submission attempts from Lennon, who is looking to sink in the choke. Lennon doesn't have the hooks in though and Zakrzewski manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski dominated that round. The cut man is working on George Lennon's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2# Zakrzewski darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB# Lennon actively working from the bottom here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Lennon looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Lennon looking for a kimura from the bottom but Zakrzewski passes into side control!#T1# Lennon looking for a sweep but Zakrzewski has passed into full mount! Oh no! Lennon manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB# Lennon with the active half guard here but Zakrzewski passes nicely into side control. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Lennon tries to buck Zakrzewski off but Zakrzewski is having none of it. Zakrzewski lands some shots froms side control. Zakrzewski is looking to take a break and control but Lennon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Lennon tries to buck Zakrzewski off but Zakrzewski is having none of it. Lennon is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Zakrzewski is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T2# Lennon tries to reverse the position but Zakrzewski maintains control. Zakrzewski breaks from Lennon's wrist control and lands an elbow. Lennon is looking to improve his position but Zakrzewski isn't that keen on the idea. Lennon is working hard here to advance position. Lennon is trying to reverse the position but instead Zakrzewski has taken his back - oops! Lennon is trapped and Zakrzewski is scoring with shots to the head and body. Lennon tries to roll but Zakrzewski sticks to his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Zakrzewski is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Lennon is defending well though. Zakrzewski let's go of the attempt for now. Lennon is trying to break free.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski has got the better of the ground game so far. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2# Zakrzewski looking for the choke from the back. Lennon wants to escape the position.
Zakrzewski controlling from the back.#T3# Lennon is trying to break free.
#SUB2# Zakrzewski is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Lennon is defending well though. Zakrzewski let's go of the attempt for now. Lennon tries to roll but Zakrzewski sticks to his back.
Zakrzewski doesn't have the hooks in and Lennon manages to turn into his guard.
Lennon wants to control from the top but Zakrzewski keeps moving. Zakrzewski trying to keep a closed guard but Lennon is proving a slippery customer.
Lennon trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Lennon 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. #T4# Zakrzewski keeping moving, preventing Lennon from controlling successfully. #SUB# Lennon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Lennon preventing the sweep. Lennon 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. Zakrzewski keeping moving, preventing Lennon from controlling successfully. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Lennon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Lennon forces his way into half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on George Lennon's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Zakrzewski swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD# and Lennon counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB# Lennon swings around for an armbar but Zakrzewski sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lennon's guard. Zakrzewski content to stall in guard here. #SUB# Lennon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zakrzewski defends well. Zakrzewski stands up over Lennon, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Lennon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Zakrzewski showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB# Lennon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zakrzewski defends well.#T1# Lennon keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. #SUB# Lennon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Zakrzewski passes into side control.
Lennon is trying to get back to half guard. Lennon is not content to let Zakrzewski control the position. Zakrzewski has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Lennon regains half guard. Zakrzewski is trying to control the action in half guard but Lennon is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB# Lennon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zakrzewski pulls his head out easily. Lennon wants to get back to full guard but Zakrzewski has mounted him! Zakrzewski in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Lennon is working to get back to half guard.
Zakrzewski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Lennon is looking to get to half guard. Lennon tries to improve his position but instead Zakrzewski has taken his back! #SUB2# Zakrzewski looking for the choke from the back. Zakrzewski doesn't have the hooks in and Lennon manages to turn into his guard.
#T3# Zakrzewski keeping moving, preventing Lennon from controlling successfully. Lennon 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. #SUB# Lennon drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick Lennon off! Lennon jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Lennon wants to control from the top but Zakrzewski keeps moving. Lennon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Zakrzewski is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Lennon looking to sit in guard and control but Zakrzewski gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Lennon keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Lennon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zakrzewski is aware though and is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Krzysztof Zakrzewski. Well Zakrzewski 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30 Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29 Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Krzysztof Zakrzewski! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 16, 2023 |
#R1# White throws a series of strikes that have Zakrzewski backpedaling.
White stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and White wants it to stay on the feet. White moves out of range as Zakrzewski throws a body kick.
White throws a sloppy head kick and Zakrzewski moves out of range easily. Zakrzewski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from White. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD# Zakrzewski closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming White to the mat! White manages to get full guard. Zakrzewski wanted to stand there but White had control of the position. Zakrzewski is stalling in the full guard. White is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1# Zakrzewski trying to control but White is working from the bottom. Zakrzewski postures up and lands a big shot to White's brow. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if White can do anything to dispel that myth. Zakrzewski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Zakrzewski preventing the sweep. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2# White has closed the distance and engaged Zakrzewski in a clinch.
#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Zakrzewski jumps guard but White stands there with Zakrzewski around his waist. Zakrzewski gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. White is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Zakrzewski pulls him back up using the underhooks. White changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Zakrzewski fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nice sprawl there from Zakrzewski as White shoots in. White scores with a jab to the body. Zakrzewski throws a head kick that misses. White is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Zakrzewski with a body shot.#CL# Zakrzewski rushes White and presses him up against the cage. Zakrzewski stops a takedown attempt from White.
White is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Zakrzewski is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but White is keeping busy.#BC2# White manages to break the clinch.
#T3# Zakrzewski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. White thuds his right hand into Zakrzewski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. White leaves Zakrzewski with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. White drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Zakrzewski defends it well. Zakrzewski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. It looked like Zakrzewski was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Zakrzewski defends well against a solid takedown attempt from White. White shoots in for a takedown but Zakrzewski shows good takedown defense. White's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and White duly obliges. #CL2# White gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T4# White is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Zakrzewski is defending well. Zakrzewski jumps guard but White turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2# White gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. White looks winded! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! White prevents Zakrzewski from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Zakrzewski trying to control here.
White takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. White wants to free his trapped foot but Zakrzewski is holding on for dear life with his legs. Zakrzewski tries to kick White off but White keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frans White 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# No luck with that takedown attempt from White. Nice takedown defense from White. No joy for Zakrzewski on that attempt. Zakrzewski is looking to take this fight into the clinch. White throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Zakrzewski tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but White swivels and escapes. Zakrzewski shoots and misses #CL2# and White counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by White. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. White lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. White just leaning against Zakrzewski, taking a breather. Zakrzewski tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. White just stands there and leans against the cage. White will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Zakrzewski up against the cage.#TD2# White decides to pull guard. #T1# White wants to get back to his feet but Zakrzewski passes into half guard.
White has been the more effective fighter overall so far. White wants to get back to full guard but Zakrzewski has passed into side control. White tries to buck Zakrzewski off but Zakrzewski is having none of it. White tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.#T2# Zakrzewski manages to capitalize on a mistake by White to take his back!#SUB# White defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Zakrzewski's arms. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB# White fending off the submission attempt from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski trying to control.#T3# You can see the frustration on White's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
White prevents Zakrzewski from getting a body triangle.#SUB# Zakrzewski has the hooks in. White is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Zakrzewski passes his arm under White's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, White taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Krzysztof Zakrzewski! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 10, 2023 |
#R1##TD2# Tooogood darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Tooogood performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Zakrzewski is looking for a sweep. Tooogood is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Zakrzewski trying to control but Tooogood postures up.
Zakrzewski wants to improve his position but Tooogood is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tooogood is working away from the top position though.#T1##SUB2# Tooogood is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Zakrzewski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tooogood. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#ES# Zakrzewski manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Tooogood keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #BC# Zakrzewski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Tooogood keeps the fight on the outside.#TD2# Tooogood shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T2# Tooogood throwing strikes from guard but Zakrzewski blocks nicely. Zakrzewski working a defensive guard but Tooogood passes into half guard.
Tooogood is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3# Zakrzewski pushes Tooogood off looking to stand but Tooogood dives back in and keeps control.
Zakrzewski trying to hold on to Tooogood's head to control him but Tooogood postures up.
Tooogood is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB# Zakrzewski looking for submissions off his back. Zakrzewski tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Tooogood has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #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. Tooogood with a couple of short strikes.#SUB2# Tooogood is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Zakrzewski has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Zakrzewski is working to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Owen Tooogood dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# No luck for Zakrzewski with that takedown attempt. #CL2# Tooogood has managed to clinch.
#TD2# Tooogood gets a trip takedown into half guard. Zakrzewski has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Tooogood is on him like a limpet, forcing Zakrzewski back against the cage.#BC2# Tooogood escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD2# Tooogood changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Zakrzewski looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2# Tooogood looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Zakrzewski is trying to escape the position but Tooogood is controlling the position. #T1##ES# Zakrzewski throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done! Zakrzewski tries to clinch there but Tooogood circles away.
Tooogood moves away from the strike by Zakrzewski. #TD2# Zakrzewski tries to sprawl but Tooogood drives through with a takedown into half guard. Tooogood is breathing heavily. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB# Zakrzewski actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# Tooogood is looking for a kimura here.
Owen Tooogood has got the better of the ground game so far. Tooogood keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2# Tooogood throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Zakrzewski to regain full guard. Tooogood stopping the sweep attempt from Zakrzewski. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tooogood passes into half guard. Tooogood is taking a breather. Zakrzewski 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.#T3# Zakrzewski is looking for a sweep. Tooogood is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Zakrzewski is trying to maintain the position but Tooogood is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Zakrzewski doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2# and Tooogood counters by moving into the clinch. #TD2# Tooogood gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #T4##SU2# Tooogood stands up from guard. Let's bang! Zakrzewski takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Tooogood scores with a leg kick.
#TD2# Tooogood scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Zakrzewski being controlled for a moment. Tooogood looks up at the clock and then as Zakrzewski takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Tooogood smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Owen Tooogood 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! This is the final round!#R3##TD2# Tooogood looking to score a takedown here. Zakrzewski is defending well but Tooogood drives through and ends up in Zakrzewski's guard. Tooogood trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tooogood scoring with some ground and pound. Zakrzewski tries to land a sweep but no joy. Tooogood really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zakrzewski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Zakrzewski working a defensive guard here.
Tooogood 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. Tooogood trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T1# Tooogood 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 stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Zakrzewski shoots in but no luck this time. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Zakrzewski is looking to clinch but Tooogood is avoiding it.
#CL2# Tooogood gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Zakrzewski is trying to stall.
Tooogood is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2# Tooogood jumps into guard, dragging Zakrzewski to the mat.
Zakrzewski won't allow Tooogood to sweep him here. Tooogood controlling the position.#ES2# Tooogood manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T2##BC2# Tooogood breaks the clinch.
#TD2# Tooogood gets a takedown into half guard. Zakrzewski tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Tooogood manages to move to mount!
This has been an exciting period of action! Zakrzewski is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Tooogood working Zakrzewski over with strikes here. Tooogood tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3##SUB2# Tooogood is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Zakrzewski to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Zakrzewski shrugs it off. Zakrzewski tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SU2# Tooogood is standing up, even though he is in mount. #TD2# Tooogood shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Tooogood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zakrzewski swivels though and keeps the full guard. Zakrzewski looking to control.
#T4# Zakrzewski wants to stand but Tooogood is controlling the position. Tooogood chips away with some ground and pound. Tooogood showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Tooogood scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
And that's the end of the fight! Owen Tooogood comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Tooogood 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30 Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30 Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Owen Tooogood! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 05, 2023 |
#R1# Zakrzewski jabs at Santos Cruz's body. Santos Cruz will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2# Santos Cruz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Zakrzewski throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done! A punch combination from Zakrzewski misses. Santos Cruz feints the counter takedown. Santos Cruz wants to clinch up but Zakrzewski keeps it at a distance. A little feinted left hand from Zakrzewski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Santos Cruz is trying hard to land a takedown here. Zakrzewski sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Zakrzewski thumps Santos Cruz with a low kick. Santos Cruz moves in looking to clinch but Zakrzewski pushes him off. It looked like Zakrzewski was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#TD2# Santos Cruz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Santos Cruz working away. Zakrzewski is looking to reverse the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zakrzewski is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. Zakrzewski trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#T1# Zakrzewski is looking for a sweep. Santos Cruz in side control, throwing shots but Zakrzewski defends. You can see the frustration on Zakrzewski's face as Santos Cruz controls the position. Zakrzewski manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Santos Cruz tries to roll over but Zakrzewski keeps him under control. Zakrzewski throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Santos Cruz wants to get back to full guard. Santos Cruz controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T2# Santos Cruz trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Zakrzewski controlling from mount. Zakrzewski scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Zakrzewski in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Zakrzewski is in the full mount, landing strikes. Santos Cruz wants to hold on but Zakrzewski pushes him away. Santos Cruz manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3##SUB2# Santos Cruz looking for submissions off his back. Santos Cruz wants to get back to full guard. Santos Cruz wants to control but Zakrzewski is keeping busy.
Well, if Zakrzewski 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.
Zakrzewski landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Santos Cruz manages to get to full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Zakrzewski accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Zakrzewski wants to control from the top but Santos Cruz keeps moving. Zakrzewski with a flurry of punches that miss. Santos Cruz tries to strike from the bottom.
Santos Cruz 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. Santos Cruz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#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.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski dominated that round. That's time! Zakrzewski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# No luck with that takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. #CL2# Zakrzewski gets tackled into the cage by Santos Cruz. Santos Cruz maintains the clinch. Santos Cruz prevents Zakrzewski from breaking the clinch. Zakrzewski is defending well against a takedown attempt. Zakrzewski is trying to break free. Zakrzewski is trying to force a seperation but Santos Cruz has the dominant position. Zakrzewski wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Santos Cruz has him pressed against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Santos Cruz is trying to drag Zakrzewski to the mat but Zakrzewski just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2# Santos Cruz turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#T1# Zakrzewski struggling a bit here. Zakrzewski keeps Santos Cruz under control for a moment. Santos Cruz controls the position from side control. Zakrzewski managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Santos Cruz.
Zakrzewski is trying to improve his position.#SUB2# Santos Cruz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Zakrzewski knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Santos Cruz tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Santos Cruz is looking to take a break and control but Zakrzewski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Zakrzewski taking punishment in the form of punches.
Zakrzewski is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Santos Cruz has just dragged him back down to the mat. Zakrzewski manages to work his way to half guard, despite Santos Cruz's best efforts.#T3# Zakrzewski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Santos Cruz is working away from the top position though.#SU2# Santos Cruz decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Santos Cruz as he avoids it easily. #TD# Zakrzewski shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Santos Cruz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Santos Cruz is pulling down on Zakrzewski's head. It's preventing any offense from Zakrzewski, at least for the moment. Santos Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Santos Cruz, not yet. #T4##SUB2# Santos Cruz is looking for a triangle but Zakrzewski pushes his legs off easily.
Santos Cruz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Zakrzewski manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Santos Cruz loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Santos Cruz throwing strikes but missing. Santos Cruz wants to control from the top but Zakrzewski keeps moving. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Julio Santos Cruz 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# Santos Cruz darts in and clinches Zakrzewski up against the cage. Santos Cruz gets underhooks to prevent Zakrzewski's takedown attempt.
#BC2# Santos Cruz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD# Zakrzewski shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Santos Cruz is trying to defend but Zakrzewski finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Santos Cruz has one foot on Zakrzewski's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Santos Cruz shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Both fighters are breathing heavily. This has been an exciting period of action! Zakrzewski trying to control but Santos Cruz postures up.
#T1##SUB2# Santos Cruz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zakrzewski has managed to free his arm - good work. Santos Cruz controlling the pace. Zakrzewski blocking the ground and pound attempt from Santos Cruz. Krzysztof Zakrzewski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Zakrzewski keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Zakrzewski wants to control but Santos Cruz is keeping busy.
Santos Cruz slips a nice elbow through Zakrzewski's hands, connecting with Zakrzewski's forehead.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Santos Cruz is thwarting Zakrzewski's attempts to control the position. Zakrzewski taking some punishment here, with Santos Cruz in his half guard. Santos Cruz not landing any meaningful shots this time. Zakrzewski wants to improve his position but Santos Cruz is controlling well.
Santos Cruz slips a nice elbow through Zakrzewski's hands, connecting with Zakrzewski's forehead. Santos Cruz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zakrzewski knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3# Santos Cruz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zakrzewski keeps working. Nice strikes from Santos Cruz there. Santos Cruz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Zakrzewski defending well though. #SUB2# Santos Cruz is trying for a kimura here. Zakrzewski looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Santos Cruz wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Julio Santos Cruz! Julio Santos Cruz spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 28, 2023 |
#R1# Edwards shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Zakrzewski pinned against the cage. Zakrzewski gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Zakrzewski goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. A looping hook to the body misses from Edwards. Zakrzewski does a little dance to reset his feet. Edwards uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown but Edwards shows good takedown defense. Edwards has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Zakrzewski. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Edwards. That one must have hurt. Edwards misses with a wild combination.
Zakrzewski swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL# and Edwards counters by clinching up. Edwards cracks Zakrzewski with a nice body shot.#T1##BC# Edwards breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Edwards shoots for a takedown but Zakrzewski saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zakrzewski! But no joy.#CL2# Edwards gets tackled into the cage by Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski maintains the clinch. Edwards tries to score a body lock takedown but Zakrzewski shows good agility there to stay on his feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Edwards. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Edwards gets control of Zakrzewski's arms and successfully pulls guard. Edwards will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Edwards pulls Zakrzewski in close to prevent any damage. Zakrzewski missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zakrzewski trying to control but Edwards is working from the bottom. Zakrzewski looking to pass the guard. #T2# Edwards keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. Zakrzewski landing some decent shots from guard. Zakrzewski tries to free his leg and advance position but Edwards is retaining full guard. Edwards is pulling down on Zakrzewski's head. It's preventing any offense from Zakrzewski, at least for the moment.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Zakrzewski throws a low kick but Edwards moves out of range easily. #T3# Edwards stuffs the takedown. Edwards smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Zakrzewski is looking to clinch. Zakrzewski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Edwards. #CL# Zakrzewski gets tackled into the cage by Edwards. Edwards maintains the clinch. Zakrzewski can't break the clinch.
Zakrzewski is trying to stall.
Edwards wants to take the fight to the mat but Zakrzewski manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Edwards stalling.
#T4# Zakrzewski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC# Edwards pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Edwards lands with a shot to the body. Zakrzewski dives in for a single leg takedown but Edwards sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Zakrzewski looks winded!#CL# Edwards gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD# Edwards jumps into guard, dragging Zakrzewski to the mat.
#SUB# Edwards looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Edwards controlling Zakrzewski's posture. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Edwards had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zakrzewski defends it easily. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Edwards 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# Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt - Edwards sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL# Edwards darts in and clinches Zakrzewski up against the cage.#BC# Edwards manages to break the clinch.
#CL# Edwards has managed to clinch.
Zakrzewski wants a takedown.
Zakrzewski wants a takedown.
Jack Edwards has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Edwards is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zakrzewski can do to turn this around? We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Edwards will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Zakrzewski up against the cage. Zakrzewski wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1# Zakrzewski can't get the takedown.
#BC# Edwards breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Edwards looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Zakrzewski is fending him off so far but Edwards persists. Nope, Zakrzewski circles away and we're back to standing. Edwards throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zakrzewski. Edwards will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Edwards. Jack Edwards is winning the standup battle so far.#TD# Edwards scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Edwards stalling. #T2# Edwards looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Zakrzewski blocking the ground and pound attempt from Edwards. #SU# Edwards gets to his feet - back to striking we go! Edwards pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Zakrzewski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Zakrzewski wants to clinch but Edwards slips to the side and Edwards counters with a right hand to the body. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Zakrzewski takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#T3# Edwards ducks under a wild hook from Zakrzewski. Edwards fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Edwards shoots in but Zakrzewski avoids the takedown attempt easily. Zakrzewski counters with a body kick. Edwards looks for a takedown but Zakrzewski sprawls well.#CL# Edwards rushes Zakrzewski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Zakrzewski is trying to pull guard but Edwards turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD# Edwards has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Zakrzewski uses from the top position. #T4##SUB# Edwards had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zakrzewski defends it easily. Edwards keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. Zakrzewski might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Edwards haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Zakrzewski accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Edwards has control of Zakrzewski's left arm, preventing Zakrzewski from doing any damage. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Edwards dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# Edwards scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. A nice leg kick lands there from Edwards. Edwards shoots for a takedown but Zakrzewski saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Nice sprawl there from Edwards as Zakrzewski shoots in. Zakrzewski wants to clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Edwards looks to land a combination but Zakrzewski avoids it well. Nice body kick from Zakrzewski. Edwards slaps away a takedown attempt from Zakrzewski, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1# Zakrzewski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Zakrzewski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL# Edwards instigates a clinch. #BC# Edwards's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Sloppy strikes from Edwards. Those never looked like landing. Edwards avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Zakrzewski tries for a takedown but Edwards sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Jack Edwards has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.#CL# Edwards instigates a clinch. #BC# Edwards breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Edwards avoids a kick to the body.
Edwards blocks a low kick nicely. It looked like Edwards wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Zakrzewski takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Zakrzewski stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Zakrzewski wants it to stay on the feet. Zakrzewski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T2# Edwards fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Zakrzewski avoids it really well and circles away. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up but Edwards circles away and keeps his distance. Zakrzewski dives in for a single leg takedown but Edwards sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Edwards tries to counter by clinching up but Zakrzewski breaks away and moves out of range. Edwards stuffs the takedown. A chopping leg kick lands by Edwards. #TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Zakrzewski enables Edwards to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zakrzewski manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Zakrzewski has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Edwards is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. 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 short left from Edwards. #T3# Edwards will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Zakrzewski up against the cage. Edwards stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Edwards for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure. Zakrzewski tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Edwards just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC# Edwards escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zakrzewski misses with a body kick. Zakrzewski swinging wildly here.
Edwards fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Zakrzewski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T4# Edwards throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Edwards sprawls well. Edwards wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Zakrzewski gets slowly back to his feet. As Zakrzewski looks to move away, Edwards throws a big counter combo but Zakrzewski just gets out of the way. Zakrzewski leaves Edwards with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Edwards lands a front kick. Krzysztof Zakrzewski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jack Edwards is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Zakrzewski lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Edwards has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Edwards and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
And that's the end of the fight! Jack Edwards showed his dominance in that final round. Well Edwards 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27 Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27 Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Edwards! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 19, 2023 |
#R1# Zakrzewski misses with a head kick.
Knuckle fails with a takedown attempt.#TD# Zakrzewski gets a double leg takedown into Knuckle's guard. Knuckle kicks Zakrzewski off and gets to his feet. Knuckle keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Zakrzewski takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT2#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Zakrzewski shoots in for a double leg but Knuckle sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Knuckle has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Zakrzewski.#CL2# Knuckle moves into the clinch.#T1# Knuckle is leaning against Zakrzewski and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Knuckle lands a good knee to the midsection. Zakrzewski won't want to take too many of those. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily. Knuckle unloads a knee to the mid-section. Zakrzewski tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Knuckle avoids it. Knees to the body from Knuckle.
#TD2# Knuckle successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2# Knuckle throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#ES2# Knuckle pushes Zakrzewski off and gets back to his feet.
Knuckle throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
#CL2# Knuckle gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Knuckle scores a nice knee to the body.
#T2# Knuckle creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Zakrzewski's defenses. #TD2# Knuckle pulls guard successfully.
Knuckle is pulling down on Zakrzewski's head to control his posture. #ES2# Knuckle uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Zakrzewski on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Knuckle throws a head kick that Zakrzewski semi-blocks.
Knuckle throws a head kick that half lands.
#CL2# Knuckle rushes Zakrzewski and presses him up against the cage. Zakrzewski takes a knee to the side of the body. #T3# Knuckle crunches a lovely knee into Zakrzewski's ribcage. Knuckle putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Zakrzewski in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#BC2# Knuckle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Knuckle dives in for a single leg takedown but Zakrzewski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Zakrzewski throws a leg kick and Knuckle counters with a two punch combo. #CL2# Knuckle pushes Zakrzewski up against the cage in a clinch. Knuckle scores a nice knee to the body.
Knuckle stalling the fight.
Zakrzewski misses with a punch on the inside.
Zakrzewski tries to pull guard but Knuckle holds him up against the cage and eventually Zakrzewski drops back down to his feet.
Knuckle connects with a knee to the head.
Knuckle lands a body punch in the clinch. #T4# With the fighters clinched against the cage, Knuckle creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Zakrzewski takes a knee to the side of the body. #BC2# Knuckle manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from Knuckle. Knuckle throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski looks for a takedown but Knuckle sprawls well. Knuckle throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Zakrzewski. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Knuckle keeps the fight on the outside. Knuckle scores with a jab to the body. Zakrzewski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Evan Knuckle dominated that round. The cut man is working on Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut. 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# Knuckle plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Zakrzewski is looking to clinch. Zakrzewski shoots in but no luck this time. Evan Knuckle seems to be getting the better of the standup. Knuckle slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CL2# Knuckle moves into the clinch.#TD2# Knuckle drags the fight down to the ground.
Zakrzewski wants to pass the guard but Knuckle is keeping the position. Knuckle is adopting a defensive guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Evan Knuckle has got the better of the ground game so far. Knuckle wants to stand up but Zakrzewski is controlling him. #T1##ES2# Knuckle scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Zakrzewski takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Zakrzewski takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Knuckle throws a head kick that misses. Krzysztof Zakrzewski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Knuckle scores with a head kick. Zakrzewski tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Evan Knuckle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Knuckle stuffs the takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski gets slowly back to his feet. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown but Knuckle shows good takedown defense. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Knuckle lands with a shot to the body. Knuckle throws a series of punches but Zakrzewski moves out of range. Zakrzewski appears to be looking for a big counter. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2# Knuckle takes the fight into the clinch. #T2# Knuckle landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Zakrzewski is trying to drag Knuckle to the mat but Knuckle just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Knuckle scores a nice knee to the body.
Knuckle landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Knuckle landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Knuckle has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2# Knuckle's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Knuckle shoots in and drives through. Zakrzewski sprawls well. Zakrzewski tries to close the distance and clinch but Knuckle swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD# Knuckle gets caught napping as Zakrzewski dives in and scores a takedown. Knuckle manages to retain guard. Knuckle has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Zakrzewski is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T3# Knuckle stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Zakrzewski wants a takedown but no success here.
Knuckle landing knees to the body.
#BC2# Knuckle breaks the clinch.
Zakrzewski on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Knuckle. Knuckle obviously looking to wear him down.
Knuckle throws the kick towards the body but Zakrzewski avoids it. Zakrzewski blocks a head kick by Knuckle.
Zakrzewski fails with an attempt to clinch.
Knuckle tries a head kick but it misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. #T4# Knuckle fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Zakrzewski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Sloppy strikes from Knuckle. Those never looked like landing. Zakrzewski throws a counter high kick but Knuckle was just alert enough to avoid it. Knuckle slaps away a takedown attempt from Zakrzewski, before circling back to the center of the mat. Zakrzewski moves in looking to clinch but Knuckle pushes him off. No luck for Knuckle with that takedown attempt. Zakrzewski throws a head kick that Knuckle semi-blocks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2# Knuckle forces Zakrzewski back against the cage and clinches. Knuckle landing knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Evan Knuckle showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut. 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# Zakrzewski slips a jab and a cross from Knuckle.
Zakrzewski shoots in but Knuckle avoids the takedown attempt easily. Knuckle dives in for a single leg takedown but Zakrzewski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Zakrzewski fails in his attempt to clinch. Knuckle lands with a slapping head kick. Knuckle misses with a head kick.
Zakrzewski went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt - Knuckle sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski keeps Knuckle at a distance using the push kick. Knuckle misses with a head kick.
Zakrzewski shoots for a double leg takedown but Knuckle sprawls well. He's pushed Zakrzewski'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 Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# A head kick misses from Knuckle. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Zakrzewski wants to clinch up but Knuckle keeps it at a distance. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up but Knuckle circles away and keeps his distance. Knuckle throws a sloppy head kick and Zakrzewski counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Zakrzewski avoids the head kick by Knuckle.
Zakrzewski seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Knuckle thuds his shin into the meat of Zakrzewski's side.#CL2# Knuckle closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Zakrzewski looking to stall.
#BC2# Knuckle breaks from the clinch.
Knuckle misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zakrzewski fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2# Zakrzewski takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Knuckle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD# Zakrzewski scores with a takedown into Knuckle's guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Knuckle seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Zakrzewski won't allow Knuckle to get back to his feet. Knuckle pulls Zakrzewski in to control the position. #ES2# Knuckle has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Zakrzewski is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. A bit of stalling here from Knuckle.
#T3# The referee calls for Knuckle to work.
The crowd are getting on Knuckle's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch. Knuckle misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Zakrzewski.
#BC2# Knuckle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zakrzewski tries for a takedown but Knuckle sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Knuckle scores with a head kick. Zakrzewski tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CL# Zakrzewski clinches. Knuckle with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Knuckle has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Zakrzewski is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Knuckle lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zakrzewski backwards. Knuckle landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Knuckle missing with knees to the body.
Zakrzewski wants to get back to striking at distance but Knuckle won't allow it.
#T4##TD2# Knuckle manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Zakrzewski won't allow Knuckle to get back to his feet. Knuckle controls Zakrzewski momentarily but Zakrzewski frees himself. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Knuckle managing to control the position. Zakrzewski trying to control but Knuckle is working from the bottom. #ES2# Knuckle has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Zakrzewski off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. Krzysztof Zakrzewski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Evan Knuckle is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2# Knuckle fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Zakrzewski, pushing him back against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight! Evan Knuckle comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Knuckle 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30 Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30 Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evan Knuckle! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 14, 2023 |
#R1# Clinchevsky throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Zakrzewski. Nice sprawl there from Clinchevsky as Zakrzewski shoots in. Zakrzewski leaves Clinchevsky with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Clinchevsky darts in looking for a takedown but Zakrzewski gets double underhooks and turns Clinchevsky into the cage. Zakrzewski throws a counter combo. Zakrzewski drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Clinchevsky gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#BC# Clinchevsky's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Zakrzewski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Clinchevsky lifts 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. Clinchevsky fails miserably with a takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Clinchevsky. That's going to take a lot out of him. Clinchevsky misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Clinchevsky avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T1# A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Clinchevsky. Zakrzewski fails with the takedown#CL# and Clinchevsky counters by moving into the clinch. #TD# Clinchevsky jumps into guard, dragging Zakrzewski to the mat.
Zakrzewski sitting in guard, not really doing much. Clinchevsky manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Zakrzewski manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T2# Zakrzewski wants to sweep here but Clinchevsky controlling him for the moment. Zakrzewski keeping full guard, as Clinchevsky tries to pass. #SU# Clinchevsky stands and steps away. Zakrzewski gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Horrible takedown attempt by Zakrzewski or perhaps it was just good defense by Clinchevsky, which made it look bad. Clinchevsky is trying hard to land a takedown here. Zakrzewski sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Clinchevsky misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3# Zakrzewski is looking to clinch but Clinchevsky is avoiding it.
Clinchevsky closes this distance looking for a takedown but Zakrzewski circles away. Zakrzewski drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Clinchevsky defends it well. Zakrzewski tries to bum rush Clinchevsky with a series of wild strikes but Clinchevsky uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Zakrzewski looks for the body kick but Clinchevsky saw that one coming. Clinchevsky half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Clinchevsky shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Zakrzewski sprawls well. Zakrzewski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Clinchevsky gets slowly back to his feet. Clinchevsky is breathing heavily. Zakrzewski closes the distance and clinches up with Clinchevsky, looking for a takedown. Zakrzewski pushes Clinchevsky against the cage but Clinchevsky circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Zakrzewski lands with a good body shot. Clinchevsky fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T4# Clinchevsky doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2# and Zakrzewski counters with a nice double leg into guard. Zakrzewski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Clinchevsky is keeping the position for now. #SU2# Zakrzewski stands and steps away. Clinchevsky gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2# Clinchevsky gets caught napping as Zakrzewski dives in and scores a takedown. Clinchevsky manages to retain 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! Clinchevsky wants to control the position but Zakrzewski says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Zakrzewski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SU2# Zakrzewski stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Clinchevsky leaves Zakrzewski with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Clinchevsky keeps the fight on the outside. Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt. Clinchevsky seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Clinchevsky fails to land the takedown. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt #CL# and Clinchevsky counters by moving into the clinch. Ivan Clinchevsky 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. Clinchevsky has Zakrzewski pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Zakrzewski manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC# Clinchevsky breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Zakrzewski throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2# Zakrzewski darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily.#T1# Zakrzewski trying to control from half guard but Clinchevsky is working away. Clinchevsky is trying to stand up here but Zakrzewski is controlling him well. Clinchevsky trying to control but Zakrzewski postures up.
Zakrzewski stops Clinchevsky from getting back to his feet.
Clinchevsky is looking for a sweep. Zakrzewski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the 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. Clinchevsky controlling the position well. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Clinchevsky is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zakrzewski's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zakrzewski's back! Zakrzewski looking very determined here, making life difficult for Clinchevsky.
Zakrzewski trying to get back to his feet but Clinchevsky is in full control for now. Zakrzewski looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T3# Zakrzewski tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SU# Clinchevsky stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing. Ivan Clinchevsky is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Clinchevsky shoots in looking for a takedown but Zakrzewski manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Clinchevsky's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Zakrzewski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Clinchevsky tries to avoid it but Zakrzewski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Clinchevsky to the ground. Clinchevsky escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Clinchevsky leaning his opponent against the cage.#TD2# Zakrzewski ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Zakrzewski no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #T4# Clinchevsky's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SU# Clinchevsky gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. Krzysztof Zakrzewski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Zakrzewski throws a right and a left that both miss. Clinchevsky shoots in for a double leg but Zakrzewski sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL# Clinchevsky clinches. Zakrzewski is trying to pull guard but Clinchevsky has him pressed against the cage. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#BC# Clinchevsky's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Clinchevsky shoots in for a takedown but Zakrzewski shows good takedown defense. Nice sprawl there from Zakrzewski as Clinchevsky shoots in. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Clinchevsky dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# An inside leg kick lands from Zakrzewski. Clinchevsky connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Zakrzewski has a takedown stuffed. Zakrzewski shoots for a double leg takedown but Clinchevsky sprawls well. He's pushed Zakrzewski's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Clinchevsky fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Clinchevsky doesn't succeed with the takedown and Zakrzewski counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zakrzewski doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL# and Clinchevsky counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Clinchevsky. Ivan Clinchevsky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.#T1# Zakrzewski has Clinchevsky pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Clinchevsky manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Clinchevsky tries to score a body lock takedown but Zakrzewski shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Zakrzewski tries to pull guard but Clinchevsky holds him up against the cage and eventually Zakrzewski drops back down to his feet.
#TD# Clinchevsky pulls guard effortlessly. Zakrzewski preventing the sweep. Clinchevsky preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Clinchevsky working a defensive guard here.
Zakrzewski trying to control the position from guard on top but Clinchevsky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB# Clinchevsky had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zakrzewski defends it easily. Zakrzewski trying to control but Clinchevsky is working from the bottom. #SU2# Zakrzewski stands and steps away. Clinchevsky gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Zakrzewski tries to clinch up. Zakrzewski shoots for a takedown but Clinchevsky saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T3# Clinchevsky shoots in but no luck this time. Zakrzewski shoots in but no luck this time. Clinchevsky tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Zakrzewski swivels and escapes. Zakrzewski connects with a nice looking jab.
#TD# Clinchevsky shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Clinchevsky was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB# Clinchevsky working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Zakrzewski is trying to improve his position.#T4##SU# Clinchevsky decides to take the fight back to the feet. Clinchevsky throws a good cross that connects.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL# Clinchevsky has taken the fight to the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Ivan Clinchevsky showed his dominance in that final round. I think Clinchevsky 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 29:28 Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 29:28 Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Clinchevsky! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 01, 2023 |
#R1# Mantschuk pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Zakrzewski back to the cage. Mantschuk follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Mantschuk connects with a body shot that sends Zakrzewski's belly button to the back. Mantschuk misses with a combination
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Zakrzewski on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Zakrzewski is looking to clinch but Mantschuk is avoiding it.
#TD2# Zakrzewski gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mantschuk to score an easy takedown into full guard. Mantschuk trying to control the position from guard on top but Zakrzewski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Mantschuk trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Mantschuk with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB# Zakrzewski is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Mantschuk has his hands clasped together but Zakrzewski extends and breaks Mantschuk's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Zakrzewski.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Krzysztof Zakrzewski! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 19, 2023 |
#R1##CL# Moon clinches. #BC# Moon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Moon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL# Moon moves into the clinch.#BC2# Zakrzewski breaks the clinch.
Moon misses with a jab, cross combination.
Zakrzewski dives in for a single leg takedown but Moon sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2# Zakrzewski dives in and scores a takedown into Moon's guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zakrzewski postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Zakrzewski wants to pass the guard but Moon is keeping the position. Zakrzewski trying to control the position from guard on top but Moon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Zakrzewski postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1# Zakrzewski stopping the sweep attempt from Moon. Zakrzewski trying to control the position from guard on top but Moon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Moon is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Zakrzewski is controlling him. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Moon sprawls well. Moon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Zakrzewski gets slowly back to his feet. Moon seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD# Moon gets a takedown into half guard.#T2##SU# Moon decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. Moon swinging wildly here.
Despite the aggression on Zakrzewski's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. The fight stays on the outside here - Zakrzewski looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL# Moon gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC# Moon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Moon dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Zakrzewski throws a sloppy head kick and Moon moves out of range easily. #T3##TD# Moon shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Zakrzewski manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Moon postures up in Zakrzewski's guard and throws a big left but Zakrzewski blocks it. Zakrzewski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Moon stays in close to Zakrzewski's body and controls the position. Moon forces his way into half guard. Zakrzewski looks winded! Zakrzewski is pressing down on Moon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Moon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Zakrzewski is trying to control the position but Moon postures up. #T4# Moon wants to pass the guard but Zakrzewski is keeping the position. Moon sitting in guard, not really doing much. Zakrzewski trying to keep a closed guard but Moon is proving a slippery customer.
Moon slips nicely into half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Zakrzewski wants to control but Moon is keeping busy and won't allow it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Moon dominated that round. That's time! Moon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL# Moon clinches. Zakrzewski has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Moon is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Zakrzewski stalling in the clinch but Moon improves position. #BC# Moon escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Moon throws a nice looking combination but Zakrzewski bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Zakrzewski throws a head kick that misses. Zakrzewski stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Moon. Zakrzewski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A nice inside leg kick there by Moon. That's going to slow Zakrzewski down. Zakrzewski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt and Moon counters with a three punch combo that has Zakrzewski backing up. Zakrzewski nods at Moon to acknowledge the strikes. Zakrzewski is breathing heavily.#CL# Moon has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T1# Moon lands a body punch. #TD# Moon gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Zakrzewski regains guard.
Moon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Zakrzewski wants to sweep here but Moon controlling him for the moment. Moon has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Moon controlling from the top position. Moon tries to free his leg and advance position but Zakrzewski is retaining full guard. #T2# Moon controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Moon cracks Zakrzewski with a solid left hand. Moon is working Zakrzewski over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Zakrzewski controls Moon momentarily but Moon frees himself. Moon controls from within his opponent's guard. Moon slips nicely into half guard. Well, if Moon 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.
#SU# Moon stands up out of the half guard. #T3# Moon closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut.#TD# Moon shoots in and gets a takedown into Zakrzewski's guard. Moon working some strikes from top position. Moon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Moon cracks Zakrzewski with a solid left hand. Moon keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zakrzewski's head. Moon working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zakrzewski's head. Moon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4##SUB# Moon drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Moon jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Moon sitting in guard, not really doing much. Zakrzewski working a defensive guard but Moon manages to pass into side control anyway.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Moon scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Zakrzewski to see if he's OK. Moon lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Moon dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Moon throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Zakrzewski has a takedown stuffed. Moon lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Zakrzewski backs up against the cage.
Moon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Moon stuffs the takedown attempt from Zakrzewski. Zakrzewski gets slowly back to his feet. Moon went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL# Moon rushes Zakrzewski and presses him up against the cage.#TD# Moon gets control of Zakrzewski's arms and successfully pulls guard. Moon will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Zakrzewski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Moon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zakrzewski is one step ahead there. #T1# Moon wants to stand and escape but Zakrzewski is having none of it. Moon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zakrzewski is one step ahead there. Moon is looking to stand back up but Zakrzewski counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Moon. Moon keeping control of the position. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Zakrzewski prevents Moon from standing back up.
Zakrzewski trying to mount his opponent but Moon defends it. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#ES# Moon manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Zakrzewski keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. Zakrzewski is trying to pull guard but Moon has him pressed against the cage. Joe Moon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski. Moon is pressed up against the cage. Zakrzewski has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Moon down to the mat. Moon avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T3##CL# Moon has managed to clinch.
Zakrzewski tries to land knees in the clinch but Moon avoids the damage to the body. Zakrzewski tries to score a body lock takedown but Moon shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC# Moon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Danga de danga de dang - Moon scores with a four punch combination!#TD# Moon scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Moon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Moon looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Joe Moon is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4# Moon stalling. #SU# Moon stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Moon scores with a one two! Zakrzewski had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
And that's the end of the fight! Joe Moon showed his dominance in that final round. Well Moon 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27 Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:27 Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Moon! |
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