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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 26, 2024 |
#R1# Rox shoots for a takedown but Tung saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Tung appears to be looking for a big counter. Rox has his takedown stuffed and Tung counters with a left and a right that stings Rox. Rox closes the distance and clinches up with Tung, looking for a takedown. Rox pushes Tung against the cage but Tung circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Tung throws a big counter combination but Rox scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Timmy Tung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Blade Rox. Rox fails to land the takedown. Blade Rox seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2# Rox scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES# Tung manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Rox keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. Rox is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Tung to keep the fight standing.#T1# Rox tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tung smiles and moves away.
Rox with a poor takedown and Tung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Timmy Tung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Rox with a lazy takedown attempt and Tung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Rox shoots and misses and Tung counters with a one-two to the body. Rox looks winded! Rox with a poor takedown and Tung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Rox shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tung as he avoids it easily. Rox doesn't succeed with the takedown and Tung counters with a nice uppercut. Rox doesn't succeed with the takedown and Tung counters with a nice uppercut. #T2# Rox with a poor takedown and Tung counters with a two punch combo. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Rox has his takedown stuffed and Tung counters with a two punch combo. Rox fails to land the takedown. Rox dives in and grabs Tung's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tung pushes down on Rox's head and hops out. Tung appears to be looking for a big counter. Rox shoots and misses and Tung counters with a one-two to the body. #T3# Rox with a poor takedown and Tung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Rox shoots and misses and Tung counters with a three punch combo that has Rox backing up. Rox nods at Tung to acknowledge the strikes. Rox shoots and misses and Tung counters with a three punch combo that has Rox backing up. Rox nods at Tung to acknowledge the strikes. Rox with a poor takedown and Tung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Rox tries for a takedown but Tung circles away easily and Tung counters with a straight right hand. Rox misses with a takedown attempt and Tung counters with a three punch combo that has Rox backing up. Rox nods at Tung to acknowledge the strikes. Rox with a poor takedown enabling Tung to counter with a crisp jab. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tung defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rox.#T4# Rox shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Tung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Rox misses with a takedown and Tung counters with a nice uppercut. Rox doesn't succeed with the takedown and Tung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Rox fails with the takedown and Tung counters with a series of strikes. Rox will be more careful next time no doubt. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Timmy Tung dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rox. Rox throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tung's waist but Tung gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rox off to one side. Rox fails to land the takedown. Timmy Tung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Blade Rox. Rox with a lazy takedown attempt and Tung counters with a series of strikes. Rox will be more careful next time no doubt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rox fails with the takedown and Tung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Rox is breathing heavily. Nice sprawl there from Tung as Rox shoots in. Tung went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T1# Rox fails with the takedown and Tung counters with a series of strikes. Rox will be more careful next time no doubt. Rox darts in trying to clinch and Tung makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Rox misses with a takedown attempt and Tung makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Rox misses with a takedown attempt and Tung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Rox fails with the takedown and Tung counters with a left and a right that stings Rox. #T2# Horrible takedown attempt by Rox or perhaps it was just good defense by Tung, which made it look bad. Tung went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Rox misses with a takedown attempt and Tung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Rox gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily enabling Tung to counter with a crisp jab. Rox doesn't succeed with the takedown and Tung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Rox doesn't succeed with the takedown letting Tung counter with a right hand. #T3# Rox throws a combination that misses and Tung counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Rox doesn't succeed with the takedown and Tung counters with a one-two to the body. Rox shoots and misses and Tung counters with a left and a right that stings Rox. Rox gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Tung counters with a one-two to the body. Tung is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Rox misses with a takedown attempt and Tung counters with a three punch combo that has Rox backing up. Rox nods at Tung to acknowledge the strikes.#T4# Rox fails with the takedown and Tung counters with a series of strikes. Rox will be more careful next time no doubt. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Rox with a lazy takedown attempt and Tung counters with a lovely shot to the body. Tung is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rox can do to turn this around? Rox fails with the takedown. Tung appears to be looking for a big counter. Rox shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Tung counters with a left and a right that stings Rox. Tung leaves Rox with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Timmy Tung 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# Rox with a lazy takedown attempt and Tung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Timmy Tung is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Rox misses with a takedown attempt and Tung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Rox has his takedown stuffed and Tung counters with a one-two to the body. Timmy Tung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Blade Rox. Rox doesn't succeed with the takedown and Tung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rox tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tung sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rox somewhat.#T1# Rox throws a head kick but Tung moves out of range.
Tung tries to counter by clinching up but Rox breaks away and moves out of range. Rox takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Rox is looking to clinch. Rox shoots for a takedown but Tung saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. As Rox looks to move away, Tung throws a big counter combo but Rox just gets out of the way. Rox with a poor takedown and Tung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Rox has a takedown stuffed. Tung throws a big counter combination but Rox scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Rox with a poor takedown and Tung counters with a straight right hand. Rox misses with a takedown and Tung makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2# Rox fails with a takedown attempt from distance. As Rox looks to move away, Tung throws a big counter combo but Rox just gets out of the way. Tung is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Rox shoots for a double leg takedown but Tung sprawls well. He's pushed Rox's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Tung seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Rox shoots and misses and Tung counters with a three punch combo that has Rox backing up. Rox nods at Tung to acknowledge the strikes. Tung is working the combinations to good effect here. Rox gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Tung counters with a two punch combo. Rox misses with a takedown enabling Tung to counter with a crisp jab. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Rox fails with the takedown and Tung counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T3# Rox with a lazy takedown attempt and Tung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Rox misses with a takedown and Tung counters with a two punch combo. Rox tries for a takedown but Tung circles away easily and Tung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Rox gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Tung counters with a two punch combo. #T4# Rox with a lazy takedown attempt and Tung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Rox has his takedown stuffed and Tung counters with a lovely straight right hand! Rox with a lazy takedown attempt and Tung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. 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! Rox tries for a takedown but Tung circles away easily and Tung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Rox misses with a takedown and Tung counters with a nice uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight! Timmy Tung showed his dominance in that final round. Well Tung 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 Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:24 Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:24 Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Timmy Tung! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 16, 2024 |
#R1##TD# Olga bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB# Olga is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rox is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Rox is trying to improve his position.#SU# Olga decides to stand up, so the ref orders Rox to his feet. Olga finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#TD# Olga shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rox is trying to defend but Olga finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Olga prevents Rox from improving his position.#SUB2# Rox looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1# Olga controlling the pace. #ES2# Rox has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Olga is on him like a limpet, forcing Rox back against the cage. Olga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rox is defending well for now. Olga will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rox up against the cage. Rox tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Olga just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2##TD# Olga gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Olga 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. #SU# Olga decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Rox, up you get! Rox shoots in for a takedown but Olga shows good takedown defense. Olga scores with a shot to the body.
#CL# Olga clinches. #TD# Olga drags the fight down to the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Olga pulls Rox in close to prevent any damage. #T3# Rox controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB# Olga is looking for a triangle but Rox pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES# Olga wriggles free and stands up. Rox shoots in looking for a takedown but Olga manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rox's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Farkhad Olga has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Blade Rox.#CL# Olga takes the fight into the clinch. Olga is looking for a takedown.#T4##TD# Olga successfully pulls guard.
Olga has control of Rox's left arm, preventing Rox from doing any damage. Olga on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Olga tries to get out of the position. Olga keeping moving, preventing Rox from controlling successfully. #SUB# Olga is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Olga lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SU# Olga decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Farkhad Olga 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# Rox blocks a head kick by Olga.
The fight stays on the outside here - Olga looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Olga is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rox can do to turn this around? Rox checks a low kick from Olga.#TD# Olga looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rox! Olga lands an elbow. Rox is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Olga will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Olga moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. Rox stops Olga from passing to mount. #T1# Olga working the ground and pound. Olga working away. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Olga in side control, just content to control the action for now. Olga scores with punches from side control. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Rox is pushing Olga's head away, looking to escape. Olga manages to hold on to the position though. Rox is looking to regain half guard here but Olga keeps moving and retains side control. #SU# Olga decides to stand up, so the ref orders Rox to his feet. Olga throws the kick towards the body but Rox avoids it.#CL# Rox tries to keep at a distance but Olga has taken the fight into the clinch. Rox is trying to break the clinch but Olga is controlling him.#TD# Olga jumps into guard, dragging Rox to the mat.
#T3# Olga is pulling down on Rox's head. It's preventing any offense from Rox, at least for the moment. Rox trying to control the position from guard on top but Olga is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES# Olga kicks Rox off and gets to his feet. Rox tries for a takedown but Olga sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD# Olga looking to score a takedown here. Rox is defending well but Olga drives through and ends up in Rox's guard. Rox is breathing heavily. Rox being controlled here, momentarily. #T4# Rox looking to control.
Olga is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Rox wants to sweep but no luck. Olga pushes down on Rox's leg and manages to get into half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Olga keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Olga has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Farkhad Olga dominated that second round. That's time! Olga's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3# Rox is looking to clinch. Olga goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT#It looks like Blade Rox has been cut. Jab from Olga.#TD# Olga fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Rox sprawls well initially but Olga persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Still in half guard, Olga seems content to control. Rox trying to control from the bottom.
Rox is trying to stand back up but Olga is controlling him
Olga works his way into side control. Olga happy to just control the position for now. #SU# Olga stands up. Rox takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1# Rox throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rox tries to score a power double leg takedown but Olga sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rox somewhat.#TD# Rox gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Olga to score an easy takedown into full guard. Rox wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Olga manages to pass to side control. #T2##REVB# Olga not doing much here.
#SU# Olga decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. Olga lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rox takes a step back to recover. Rox throws a sloppy head kick and Olga moves out of range easily. #CL# Olga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD# Olga pulls guard. #T3##SUB# Rox has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Olga to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Rox is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Olga pulls down on the head and he's put Rox to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Farkhad Olga! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 19, 2024 |
#R1# Hong misses with a few strikes there.
Rox wants to clinch up but Hong keeps it at a distance. Hong avoids the head kick by Rox.
Rox shoots in for a takedown but Hong shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Rox closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hong circles away. Rox shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hong pinned against the cage. Hong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Blade Rox. That's going to take a lot out of him. Rox walks into a straight right hand from Hong. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hong tries to bum rush Rox with a series of wild strikes but Rox uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Rox appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Rox tries to clinch but Hong is having none of it. #T1# Hong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Rox goes for a double leg but Hong avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hong continues to drive forward.#TD2# Hong successfully pulls guard.
Hong is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB2# Hong looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hong working Rox over with strikes. Hong working over Rox with some ground and pound. Rox looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Rox has hold of Hong's hands but Hong slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T2# Ground and pound from Hong. Hong wants to take a breather but Rox is having none of it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Hong is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2# Hong is working for a kimura but Rox is defending it quite comfortably.
Hong scoring with strikes to the body and head. Rox trying to hold on to Hong's head to control him but Hong postures up.
Hong slows the pace down in half guard. Hong has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Hong lands strikes from half guard.#T3# Rox wants to improve his position but Hong is controlling well.
Hong drops an elbow to the side of Rox's head. #SUB2# Hong is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hong scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Rox keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Hong working over Rox with some ground and pound. Rox looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Hong drops an elbow to the side of Rox's head. Hong lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Hong lands with a punch from half guard. #T4# Rox has hold of Hong's hands but Hong slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2# Hong is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2# Hong is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rox doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hong. Rox is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hong scores with a couple of nice shots. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ground and pound from Hong. Hong content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jun Young Hong dominated that round. That's time! Rox's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Hong pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Rox back to the cage. Hong follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Hong lands a high kick!
Blade Rox is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Rox throws a big shot that misses. Hong tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Hong scores with a shot to the body.
Rox misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rox throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hong counters with a series of strikes. Rox will be more careful next time no doubt. #CL# Rox moves into the clinch. Hong has been the more effective fighter overall so far. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hong tries to score a body lock takedown but Rox shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Hong has Rox pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Rox manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T1# Rox is looking to break free of the clinch but Hong has double underhooks. Hong can't get the takedown.
Blade Rox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jun Young Hong. Rox managing to block the knees to the body from Hong.
Hong drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rox is trying to drag Hong to the mat but Hong just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2# Hong pulls Rox into guard.
#SUB2# Hong has his foot on Rox's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rox works his way back into a safe position though. Hong is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB# The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Hong connects with a nice short shot to Rox's temple. #T2# Hong winds up and cracks Rox with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Hong is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Rox knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hong on the ground. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Hong connects with a nice short shot to Rox's temple. Hong sitting and controlling from the half guard. Hong is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Hong content just to control the position here. Rox keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hong with a couple of short strikes.#T3# Hong tries to control but Rox wriggling away. Hong controlling from mount. The referee warns Rox that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Hong postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Rox looks a forlorn figure.
Hong is in the full mount, landing strikes. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Hong pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Hong lands with some strikes. Hong lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Hong landing punches. Rox is desperately trying to improve his position but Hong has a good base and remains in mount. Hong scoring with strikes but Rox is staying in there. #ROC2#Rox is rocked!#T4# This has been an exciting period of action! Hong with a couple of short strikes. Oh Rox is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Rox taking shots to the head. Hong postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Rox bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Hong and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jun Young Hong! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 15, 2024 |
#R1##CL# Rox drives through and clinches with Ramirez against the cage.
Ramirez lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Ramirez holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Ramirez effectively controlling the action here. Ramirez is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rox is defending well.#TD2# Ramirez successfully pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Ramirez has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Rox should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Ramirez has tightened it up now! Rox should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Cucey Ramirez! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 03, 2024 |
#R1##CL2# Rox moves into range and clinches up with Hastings.#TD# Hastings gets control of Rox's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hastings will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Rox trying to control but Hastings is working from the bottom. Rox in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Rox must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Hastings wants to improve his position but instead Rox has moved into half guard.
Rox is pressing down on Hastings's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hastings is holding on for now. Hastings is holding on to half guard well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rox content to control rather than advance. Rox really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hastings. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Rox blocks the strikes from Hastings.
#T1##SUB# Hastings looking for submissions off his back. Hastings manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2# Rox has gone for a leg lock! Hastings slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rox's guard.#REVR# Hastings is looking to stand up but Rox won't let him. #T2# The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Hastings tries to free his leg and advance position but Rox is retaining full guard. #SUB2# Rox throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hastings tries to free his leg and advance position but Rox is retaining full guard. Rox is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Rox 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. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Hastings is working Rox over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Hastings is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Hastings passes Rox's left leg - he's now in half guard. Hastings perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hastings wants to stand but Rox has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. Hastings will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Rox is in trouble now - Hastings has advanced to mount! Rox keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T4# Hastings controlling the pace for now. Hastings putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! Hastings tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Hastings lands a big shot there that rocks Rox but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Hastings takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Hastings postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Rox looks a forlorn figure.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Denzel Hastings dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD# Hastings closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rox did well to prevent Hastings getting side control. Hastings is looking to take a break and control but Rox is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Hastings is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Rox is trying to control but Hastings passes into side control!
Rox tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Hastings presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rox wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB# Rox defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T1# Hastings tries to get the hooks in deep but Rox pushed the leg off. #SUB# Hastings is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Rox with him. Rox is trying to defend but Hastings has an arm under the chin now! Rox grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Denzel Hastings! |
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