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Event:
QFC Tournament 1178 Round 4
Date: Jan 18, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Herzing closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Outlaw to the mat! Outlaw manages to get full guard.
Herzing is stalling in the full guard.
Herzing pushes down on Outlaw's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Herzing thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Outlaw is staying active underneath Herzing, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Herzing is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Herzing thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Herzing seems to be working for a kimura but Outlaw defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Outlaw tries to kick Herzing off but Herzing keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SU#
Herzing escapes and gets back to his feet. #TD#
Herzing shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Herzing looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SU#
Outlaw is working an open guard so Herzing takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Emerald Outlaw is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Herzing tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Outlaw manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Herzing tries for a takedown but Outlaw circles away easily
and Outlaw counters with a nice body shot.
Herzing is breathing heavily.
Herzing on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Crack! Outlaw connects with the perfect overhand right and Herzing falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Outlaw!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Emerald Outlaw! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1178 Round 3
Date: Jan 17, 2024 |
#R1#
Ashbrock throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Herzing counters with a shoot takedown. Ashbrock fights it but they end up in guard.
Ashbrock is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Herzing working some strikes from top position.
Herzing passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Herzing wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ashbrock, who protects the arm well.
Ashbrock is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Herzing is controlling him well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Herzing is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ashbrock wants to get back to his feet.#T1#
Herzing creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Ashbrock sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Ashbrock is trying to buck Herzing off.
Herzing controls the position.
Ashbrock wants to get back to his feet.
Herzing is putting a hurting on Ashbrock here, landing some big shots from side control. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Herzing wants to stand but Ashbrock is controlling his arm.
Herzing postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Herzing content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ashbrock swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ted Ashbrock is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ashbrock fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Herzing.
Ashbrock is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Herzing has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3#
Herzing wants to stand but Ashbrock is controlling his arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Herzing controlling the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ashbrock misses with a combination
#TD#
and Herzing decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Ashbrock's guard.#T4#
Ashbrock is looking to stand up but Herzing isn't so interested in that idea.
Ashbrock has momentary wrist control but Herzing slips an elbow through the middle.
Herzing showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Herzing'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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Herzing working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Herzing dominated that round.
That's time! Herzing's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ashbrock lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Herzing circles away quickly and effectively.
Ashbrock misses with a series of wild punches.
Ashbrock misses with a double jab
#TD#
so Herzing counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Herzing is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ashbrock can do to turn this around?
Herzing with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ashbrock has a closed guard, preventing Herzing from standing up.
Herzing pushing down on Ashbrock's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Herzing is keen to just control but Ashbrock is a slippery customer.
Herzing lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Herzing is looking to take a break and control but Ashbrock is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Herzing scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ashbrock is looking to escape.
Nice strikes from Herzing there.
Herzing slows the pace down in half guard.
Ashbrock is looking to escape.
Herzing stalling. #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.
Herzing wants to control but Ashbrock is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ashbrock throws a combination. Herzing tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Tony Herzing is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Herzing.
Ashbrock tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Herzing controlling the pace for now.
Ashbrock squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
#T3#
Ashbrock is trying to stand but he's just given Herzing his back.
Ashbrock is trying to get back to his feet but Herzing has full control of the position and if anything, Ashbrock has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Herzing is riding his opponent, not letting Ashbrock buck him off.
Herzing seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ashbrock for as long as he can get away with.
Herzing has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Ashbrock defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Herzing's arms. #T4#
Herzing lands with a hammerfist to the side of Ashbrock's head.#SUB#
Herzing is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Ashbrock is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Herzing dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Herzing drives through and clinches with Ashbrock against the cage.
Ashbrock working hard to break the clinch.
Ashbrock being controlled against the cage.#TD#
Herzing manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Herzing is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Tony Herzing overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Herzing keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Ashbrock's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Herzing is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Herzing might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Herzing stops Ashbrock from standing up. #T1#
Ashbrock has a closed guard, preventing Herzing from standing up.
Herzing is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Herzing wants to pass the guard but Ashbrock is keeping the position.
Herzing controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Herzing wants to control from the top but Ashbrock keeps moving. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ashbrock is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Herzing is controlling him.
Herzing chips away with some ground and pound.
Herzing landing some decent shots from guard.
Herzing throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ashbrock works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Herzing has gone for a leg lock! Ashbrock slips out almost immediately though and dives into Herzing's guard.#REVB##T3#
Ashbrock wants to get up but he can't break Herzing's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Herzing is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ashbrock is aware though and is defending well.
Herzing manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ashbrock manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Ashbrock is looking to stand up but Herzing isn't so interested in that idea.
Herzing pushing down on Ashbrock's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T4#
Herzing content to control rather than advance.
Herzing wants to free his trapped foot but Ashbrock is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Well, if Herzing 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tony Herzing showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Herzing, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Tony Herzing!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Tony Herzing!
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight for Tony Herzing!
Tony Herzing wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1178 Round 2
Date: Jan 16, 2024 |
#R1#
Cock Felt doesn't manage to clinch there - Herzing circles away.
Cock Felt just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromHerzing.#TD#
Herzing throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Cock Felt was covering up waiting for the punch and Herzing finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Herzing pushes down on Cock Felt's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Herzing keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Herzing seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Cock Felt is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tony Herzing!
Butt Hart Cock Felt spoke after the fight, saying 'well at least i got a "good feel" of my opponent.'. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1178 Round 1
Date: Jan 15, 2024 |
#R1#
Bugen keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Herzing misses with a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#TD#
Herzing closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bugen to the mat! Bugen manages to get full guard.
Bugen manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD#
Herzing gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Herzing trying to control the pace.
Herzing tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Bugen wants to control but Herzing is keeping busy.
Herzing trying to mount his opponent but Bugen defends it. #T1##SUB#
Bugen is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Herzing has latched onto it... Big trouble! Herzing pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Bugen is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Herzing!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tony Herzing! |
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