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Event:
JFC 10
Date: Dec 25, 2024 |
#R1#
Knockers misses with a few strikes there.
Withers now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Withers looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Withers slips a jab and a cross from Knockers.
Knockers looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Withers unleashes a big counter combination but Knockers bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Knockers looks to score with a jab to the body but Withers is just out of range.
Withers now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Withers takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Knockers tries to clinch but Withers moves away
and Withers counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Knockers clinches up against the cage.
Knockers definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Withers goes for a takedown in the clinch but Knockers prevents it.
A short right from Knockers. #T1#
Withers has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Knockers avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Knockers prevents the takedown attempt.
Jericho Knockers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shaq Withers.
Knockers is pressed up against the cage. Withers has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Knockers down to the mat. Knockers avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Jericho Knockers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Knockers has Withers up against the cage in a clinch.
Knockers gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Withers.
Knockers lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Knockers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hand to the body from Knockers.
A right hook to the body lands for Knockers.
Knockers scores with a shoulder strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Knockers.
Knockers blocks a body shot from Withers.
Knockers lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, Knockers scores with a nice short uppercut.#T2#
Knockers misses with a punch on the inside.
Knockers lands a body punch in the clinch.
Knockers lands a body punch in the clinch.
Withers looks winded!
Knockers lands a right hand that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Knockers lands a shoulder strike.
Knockers lands a shot to the body.
Knockers lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Knockers is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Withers has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Knockers after a bit of a struggle.
Withers is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Knockers is defending well.
Knockers swings wildly with an uppercut but Withers uses good head movement to avoid it.
Withers is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Knockers is defending well.
Withers's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Knockers prevents the takedown attempt.
Knockers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
Knockers gets through Withers's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Knockers. #T3#
Withers doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Knockers prevents a takedown attempt there.
Knockers lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Withers drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A short right from Knockers on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Knockers fails to land.
Knockers avoiding damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Knockers creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Withers blocking some punches.
Knockers tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Withers's elbow.
Withers trying to control the position but instead, Knockers has worked for underhooks and has pushed Withers into the cage.
Withers being controlled against the cage.
Withers can't get the takedown.
#T4#
Knockers tries to throw a body punch but Withers avoids it by throwing Knockers back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Knockers - that landed with a thud.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Withers.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Knockers.
Knockers lands a body shot in the clinch.
Withers tries to score a body lock takedown but Knockers shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Knockers throws a punch but it's blocked by Withers.
Withers is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Knockers tries a body shot but Withers blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Knockers.
Knockers lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Knockers gets underhooks to prevent Withers's takedown attempt.
Withers is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Knockers pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A left hand lands to the body for Knockers.
Knockers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
Knockers lands a right hand that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
Knockers misses with a punch to the body.
Knockers lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Knockers dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL#
Knockers has closed the distance and engaged Withers in a clinch.
Knockers lands an uppercut.
Knockers working aggressively here.
Knockers lands a hook that snaps the head of Withers backwards. #TD2#
Withers has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Knockers is trying to keep an underhook but Withers manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Knockers is trying to stand back up but Withers is controlling him
Knockers on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Knockers tries to get out of the position.
Withers not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Knockers gets full guard.
Withers lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Withers throwing strikes but missing.
Withers stops Knockers from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Withers trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Knockers has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Knockers bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Withers's guard. #REVR#
Withers wants to sweep here but Knockers controlling him for the moment.
Knockers looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Withers is trying to control the position but Knockers postures up. #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.
Knockers would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Knockers stopping the sweep attempt from Withers.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Knockers misses with a jab to the body
and Withers counters with a right hand to the body.
Knockers throws a right hand that Withers ducks under and follows up with a left that Withers also avoids with ease.
Knockers fails to land with a series of punches.
#T3#
Knockers tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Withers paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Knockers looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Knockers has Withers up against the cage in a clinch.
Withers drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Withers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#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.
Withers misses with the head strike.
Withers's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Withers is looking for a takedown.
Knockers presses Withers against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Knockers gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Withers.
Jericho Knockers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shaq Withers.
Withers is breathing heavily.
A head punch on the inside from Knockers fails to land.
Knockers lands a hook that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
Withers can't get the takedown.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knockers.
Knockers tries to work over Withers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Knockers lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Knockers.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A left hand lands to the body for Knockers.
A hook to the body from Knockers.
Knockers tries a body shot but Withers blocks it.
Knockers lands a nice uppercut.
Knockers is struggling to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Knockers 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#
Withers avoids the body shot from Knockers.
Withers is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Knockers with a body shot.
Knockers fails to land with a series of punches.
#CL#
Knockers clinches.
Knockers tries to work over Withers's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Knockers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
Withers wants a takedown.
Knockers pressing his opponent against the cage.
Withers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knockers stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Withers takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Knockers throws a head punch that misses.
Withers is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Knockers lands with a short shot to the head. #T1#
Withers drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Knockers gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Jericho Knockers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shaq Withers.
Knockers lands a hook that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
Withers has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Knockers avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Jericho Knockers has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Knockers is working Withers over against the cage.
A short right from Knockers on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Knockers.
Withers takes a shot to the head.
Knockers can't find room to land a body shot as Withers controls the action.
Withers wants a takedown but no success here.
Knockers misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right handed body shot lands from Knockers.
Knockers lands a hook to the side of the head.
Knockers lands a nice uppercut.
Knockers lands with a left to the head. #T2#
Knockers cracks Withers with a nice body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Knockers makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Knockers.
Knockers lands a hook to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Knockers.
Knockers lands a body shot in the clinch.
Knockers is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Withers can do to turn this around?
Knockers lands with a light punch inside.
Knockers lands a body punch.
Knockers lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Withers or not.
A short uppercut from Knockers.
Withers takes a shot to the head.
Knockers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC#Withers is rocked!
Knockers throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Withers is still on wobbly legs! Can Knockers finish him?
Knockers softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Knockers.
Knockers misses with the head strike.
#T3#
Withers blocks an uppercut.
Withers seems to have recovered his senses.
Knockers lands a left hand that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
Knockers digs a right hand underneath Withers's ribcage. Withers let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Knockers lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Knockers lands a body punch.
Knockers lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Knockers lands a body punch.
Knockers working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Knockers.
Knockers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
Knockers pressing his opponent against the cage.
Knockers avoiding damage.
Knockers pushes Withers back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Knockers scores with a shot to the side of Withers's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice right hand lands inside from Knockers. #T4#
Withers is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Knockers gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Knockers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Withers has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Knockers after a bit of a struggle.
Withers blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Knockers has Withers pressed against the cage.
Knockers makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Knockers works on Withers's body with a couple of short punches.
Knockers lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Withers backwards.
A shot in the inside from Knockers.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Knockers.
Knockers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Withers prevents a body shot from Knockers.
Knockers holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Knockers.
Shaq Withers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Withers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jericho Knockers showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Knockers, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:25
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:25
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jericho Knockers!
In his post fight interview, Jericho Knockers started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
The defeated Shaq Withers had this to say: 'Next time I will demolish my opponent!!'. |
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Event:
JFC 9
Date: Nov 02, 2024 |
#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Withers thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Withers misses.
Bundy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Withers takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#T1#
Withers swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bundy counters with a nice uppercut.
Withers misses the shot to the body.
Withers definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bundy connects with a crisp jab.
Bundy is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Withers defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bundy.#T2#
Bundy tests Withers's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Withers misses with a body shot.
Bundy throws out a counter right but Withers avoids it with no problem.
Bundy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bundy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Withers. Bundy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bundy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice uppercut there from Bundy.
Bundy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Withers has time to react.
Withers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bundy was well out of range. Poor timing from Withers.#T4#
Withers throws a series of punches but Bundy moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Bundy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Withers misses with a body shot.
Withers swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bundy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bundy might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Withers misses with a body shot.
Bundy throws out a counter right but Withers avoids it with no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ted Bundy dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bundy fails to land the takedown.
Bundy missing with a left hand there. Withers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Withers. Those never looked like landing.
Bundy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bundy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
Bundy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Withers's waist but Withers gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bundy off to one side.
Withers tries to counter with a takedown but Bundy is quick to defend against it.
Bundy's coach down at Xtreme Fighting Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bundy's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Withers throws a hook but Bundy avoids it easily.
Withers takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bundy has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Withers misses the jab.
Bundy looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Withers stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Withers wants it to stay on the feet.
Shaq Withers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ted Bundy.
A lazy left from Bundy finds it's target.
Bundy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Withers sprawls well. Withers wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bundy gets slowly back to his feet.#T3#
Withers loads up on a big right hand but Bundy slips the punch.
Bundy throws out a counter right but Withers avoids it with no problem.
Withers takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bundy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD2#
Bundy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Withers!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Withers is letting Bundy control him for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ted Bundy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bundy tests Withers's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Withers walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bundy scores with a jab. Withers acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Withers misses with a body shot.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bundy lands with an uppercut that bounces Withers off the cage and back into range.
Withers misses with a straight left.
A little jabbing left from Bundy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Withers stuffs the takedown attempt from Bundy. Bundy gets slowly back to his feet.
Bundy is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bundy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Withers swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ted Bundy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Withers takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bundy with a jab.#T3#
Bundy shoots in looking for a takedown. Withers tries to sprawl out of it but Bundy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Withers manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Withers throwing a counter right hand but Bundy manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bundy is defended easily by Withers.
Shaq Withers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ted Bundy.#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.
Withers walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ted Bundy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bundy has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ted Bundy!
Ted Bundy decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Shaq Withers stepped up to the mic, saying 'Next time I will demolish my opponent!!'. |
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Event:
JFC 8
Date: Oct 20, 2024 |
#R1#
Dunham shoots in looking for a takedown but Withers manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dunham's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dunham gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Withers counters with a straight right hand.
Withers stuffs the takedown attempt from Dunham. Dunham gets slowly back to his feet.
Shaq Withers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pete Dunham.
Dunham shoots for a double leg takedown but Withers sprawls well. He's pushed Dunham's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Withers definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dunham doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Withers counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Withers fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Dunham to the ground. Withers is now in Dunham's guard.
Dunham not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Withers scoring with punches to the head and body.
Withers lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Withers loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Withers is in close to Dunham's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Withers looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Dunham seems keen to control Withers's posture.
Withers trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Withers pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dunham is keeping the position for now.
Withers throws a strike but Dunham rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Dunham stopping the sweep attempt from Withers.
Withers will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Dunham is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Withers is trying to hold Dunham in close to prevent damage but Dunham has managed to pass into half guard.
#T2#
Withers is looking to get back to full guard here but Dunham has managed to pass to side control instead.
Withers is pushing Dunham's head away, looking to escape. Dunham manages to hold on to the position though.
Dunham staying calm.
Withers is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Dunham in side control, just content to control the action for now.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Withers is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dunham steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Withers.
Withers slaps away a takedown attempt from Dunham, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dunham is trying hard to land a takedown here. Withers sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Withers misses with a looping left.#TD#
Withers looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Dunham is not content to let Withers control the position.
Withers scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Dunham avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Withers.
Withers sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dunham defending well though.
Dunham is trying to maintain the position but Withers is very close to passing his half guard.
Withers controlling the action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Withers seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shaq Withers dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dunham shoots in looking for a takedown but Withers manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dunham's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dunham looks for a takedown but Withers sprawls well.
Dunham is trying hard to land a takedown here. Withers sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Withers misses its target.
Shaq Withers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pete Dunham.
Dunham shoots in and drives through. Withers sprawls well.#TD#
Withers feints and as Dunham raises his hands in defense, Withers changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Withers keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dunham's head.
Withers throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Withers is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Withers throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dunham is trying to keep Withers in close.
Withers throwing strikes but missing.
Dunham avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Withers accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Withers working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dunham tries to land a sweep but no joy.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Withers accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dunham pulls Withers in close to prevent any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Withers accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Withers trying to control but Dunham is working from the bottom.
Withers loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Withers postures up in Dunham's guard and throws a big left but Dunham blocks it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Dunham dives in for a single leg takedown but Withers sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Withers swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dunham darts in looking for a takedown but Withers gets double underhooks and turns Dunham into the cage.
Withers attempts a counter takedown but Dunham avoids it well and moves away.
Dunham looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Withers is fending him off so far but Dunham persists. Nope, Withers circles away and we're back to standing.
Dunham is breathing heavily.
Dunham looks for a takedown but Withers sprawls well.
Withers swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Withers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dunham sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dunham feints the counter takedown.
A punch combination from Withers misses.
Dunham fails with the takedown.
Dunham takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#TD#
Withers closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Withers throws a strike aimed at the side of Dunham's head but Dunham avoids it well.
Withers cracks Dunham with a big elbow. #T3#
Withers lands a decent elbow from side control.
Withers in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Withers working the ground and pound.
Withers is trying to ground and pound but Dunham uses the momentary lack of control by Withers to regain half guard.
Withers wants to control but Dunham is keeping him busy.
Dunham moves into full guard.
Withers scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Withers working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Withers in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dunham bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Withers's guard. #REVB#
Dunham preventing the sweep.
Dunham trying to control the position from guard on top but Withers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dunham sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Withers's guard.
Withers on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Withers tries to get out of the position.
Well, if Dunham 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.
Withers is looking to get back to full guard here but Dunham has managed to pass to side control instead.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shaq Withers dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dunham is defended easily by Withers.
Dunham shoots in but Withers avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dunham tries for a takedown but Withers sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Shaq Withers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pete Dunham.
Dunham throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Withers's waist but Withers gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dunham off to one side.
Pete Dunham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dunham shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Withers sprawls well. Withers wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dunham gets slowly back to his feet.
Withers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Withers shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Ground and pound from Withers.
Dunham takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Withers thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dunham's head.
Shaq Withers overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Withers missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Withers working Dunham over with strikes.
Withers not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Withers lands strikes from half guard.
Withers wants to take a breather but Dunham is having none of it.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Withers lands a nice short elbow.
Dunham is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Withers scores with a couple of nice shots.
Withers throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dunham has hold of Withers's hands but Withers slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Dunham trying to hold on to Withers's head to control him but Withers postures up.
Pete Dunham has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Withers is trying to control. Dunham wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Withers not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dunham avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Withers.
Dunham keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Withers is pressing down on Dunham's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dunham is holding on for now.
Withers lands strikes from half guard.#T3#
Withers wants to take a breather but Dunham is having none of it.
Withers throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dunham keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Withers thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dunham's head.
Withers thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dunham's head.
Withers lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Dunham is controlling Withers's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Withers is looking to take a break and control but Dunham is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Withers lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Withers throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dunham tries to roll over but Withers keeps him under control.
Withers throws a strike but Dunham avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Withers stands up over Dunham, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Withers loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shaq Withers showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Withers 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:26
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:26
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shaq Withers!
During a confident post fight interview, Shaq Withers thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 44
Date: Jun 15, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Withers moves into the clinch successfully.
Withers avoids a wild elbow strike from Dahman.#TD#
Withers has hold of one of Dahman's legs. Dahman is fighting the takedown attempt but Withers gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Withers avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Withers trying to control the position from guard on top but Dahman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Withers stands up over Dahman, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Withers lands a couple of elbows.
Withers prevents Dahman from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Dahman 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.
Withers cracks Dahman with a solid left hand.
Withers lands a couple of digs.
Dahman looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1##SUB2#
Dahman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Withers chips away with some ground and pound.
Withers with a nice head shot there.
Withers trying to control but Dahman is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dahman working for submissions but it's allowed Withers to get to half guard.
Withers 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.
Withers working over Dahman with some ground and pound. Dahman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Withers stops Dahman from getting back to his feet.
Withers is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Withers prevents Dahman from improving his position.
Withers 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.
Withers looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dahman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Withers seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Withers winds up and cracks Dahman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Withers knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dahman on the ground.
Withers winds up and cracks Dahman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Withers trying to control the action but Dahman is working from the bottom.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Withers lands a nice short elbow.
Dahman is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Withers scores with a couple of nice shots.
Dahman is looking to improve his position.
Withers seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Withers seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Dahman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dahman taking some punishment here, with Withers in his half guard.
Dahman taking some punishment here, with Withers in his half guard.
Withers working Dahman over with strikes.
Dahman has hold of Withers's hands but Withers slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Withers lands with a punch from half guard.
Dahman wants to control but Withers is keeping busy.
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. Withers connects with a nice short shot to Dahman's temple.
Withers is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dahman is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Withers scores with a couple of nice shots.#T4#
Withers working over Dahman with some ground and pound. Dahman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Withers is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC#Dahman is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dahman is looking to improve his position.
Dahman is still in real trouble! Can Withers finish him?
Withers lands with a punch from half guard.
Withers looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dahman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Withers scores with a big shot! Dahman's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Dahman! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shaq Withers!
Shaq Withers decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 35,5
Date: May 25, 2024 |
#R1#
Withers misses with a straight right.
Asakura unleashes a big counter combination but Withers bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Withers.
Some wild striking there from Withers.
Withers throws a series of punches but Asakura avoids them all with ease.
Asakura throws a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asakura moves out of range as Withers strikes.
Asakura throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Asakura throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Withers sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Withers misses its target.#T1#
Withers tries for a takedown but Asakura circles away easily
and Asakura counters with a stiff right hand.
Withers definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Withers misses with a double jab
and Asakura counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Withers throws a right and a left that Asakura avoids nicely.
Asakura swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL2#
Asakura gets a clinch.
Asakura is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Asakura being controlled against the cage.
Withers drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shaq Withers. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2##BC2#
Asakura pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Asakura misses with a head kick.
Withers throws a hook but Asakura blocks it.
Asakura throws a counter combo.
Withers takes one to the chin there.
Withers looks to score with a jab to the body but Asakura is just out of range.
Asakura swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Withers throws a right and a left that Asakura avoids nicely.
Asakura throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T3##CL2#
Asakura instigates a clinch.
Withers is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Asakura pulls him back up using the underhooks.
The referee is keeping an eye on Withers - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#BC2#
Asakura breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Withers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Asakura.
Asakura is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Crunch! Asakura slams his shin into Withers's torso.
Asakura looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Withers thuds a left hand into Asakura's body.
Withers throws a poor cross that misses
and Asakura counters with a stiff right hand.
Asakura lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#T4#
Withers bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Withers fails with a takedown attempt.
Asakura let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Asakura closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Withers dives in and grabs Asakura's left leg, looking for a takedown. Asakura pushes down on Withers's head and hops out.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Asakura shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Withers but Withers pushes him off and we're back to square one.
It looked like Withers was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Asakura.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kai Asakura dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Withers misses with a hook
and Asakura counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Asakura avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Asakura misses with a wild combination.
Withers throws a right and a left that both miss.
Asakura is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Withers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Asakura was well out of range. Poor timing from Withers.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Withers swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Asakura counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Asakura is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Withers throws an off balance right hand
and Asakura makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Withers misses the shot to the body.
Asakura uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Withers has time to react.
Asakura throws a sloppy head kick and Withers moves out of range easily.
Withers misses with a body shot
enabling Asakura to counter with a crisp jab.
Asakura tries to clinch but Withers moves out of range.
Withers fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Withers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Asakura was well out of range. Poor timing from Withers.
Asakura throws a right and a left that both miss.
It looked like Withers was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kai Asakura seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Withers ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Asakura moves away.
A little jabbing left from Asakura on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Withers.
Asakura taking punishment in the form of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Withers working the head and body with strikes.
Withers in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Withers lands a few punches from side control.
Withers 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.#T3#
Withers grinds an elbow into Asakura's temple.
Asakura takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Withers is working Asakura over with some ground and pound from side control.
Asakura takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Withers is chipping away with strikes.
Withers lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Asakura down.
Withers creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Asakura is trying to work for a sweep but Withers has mounted him!
Asakura is breathing heavily.
Withers wants to control the pace but Asakura is squirming around nicely.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Withers cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
#T4#
Withers is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Asakura can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Shaq Withers overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Withers cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Withers putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Withers landing strikes from the mount and Asakura is in trouble!
Withers lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Asakura hang on?
Withers controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Withers landing strikes from the mount.
BOOM! Withers connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Withers looking to control but Asakura is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shaq Withers 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#
Withers misses with a series of wild punches.
Asakura throws a body punch but Withers moves out of range. #TD#
Asakura gets caught flat footed, as Withers shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Withers won't allow Asakura to get back to his feet.
Withers chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asakura wants to sweep but no luck.
Withers lands a couple of digs.
Asakura takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Withers is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Withers pushes down on Asakura's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Withers works his foot free and advances to mount.
Withers working Asakura over with strikes here.
Withers is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Withers postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Asakura looks a forlorn figure.
The referee warns Asakura that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#T2#
Withers in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Withers wants to control the pace but Asakura is squirming around nicely.
Asakura taking shots to 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!
Withers pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Withers with the ground and pound from mount.
Withers scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Withers working the ground and pound effectively.
Withers postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Asakura looks a forlorn figure.
Withers lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#ROC#Asakura is rocked!#T3#
Withers has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Asakura's face.
Asakura is still in real trouble! Can Withers finish him?
Withers takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Asakura seems to have recovered his senses.
Asakura takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
A nice elbow there by Withers.
Withers lands a big elbow.
Asakura takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Withers drops a big elbow. That's hurt Asakura! More shots from Withers and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shaq Withers!
A victorious Shaq Withers 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 07, 2024 |
#R1#
Lee takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lee looks winded!#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Withers.
Withers lands a nice forearm strike.
Withers working the ground and pound.
Withers landing a few strikes.
Withers lands a few punches from side control.
Lee seems a little lost for a moment, as Withers dominates the positioning.
Withers lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #ROC#Lee is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee stops Withers from passing to mount.
Lee is still in real trouble! Can Withers finish him?
Withers working the ground and pound.
Withers scoring with punches and elbows.
A big shot lands for Withers! That's hurt Lee! Will he recover? Withers fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shaq Withers!
Shaq Withers decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 04, 2024 |
#R1#
Pearce moves away from the strike by Withers. #TD2#
Withers gets caught napping as Pearce dives in and scores a takedown. Withers manages to retain guard.
Pearce throwing strikes from guard but Withers blocks nicely.
Withers on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Withers tries to get out of the position.
Withers wants to sweep here but Pearce controlling him for the moment.
Pearce missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pearce pushing down on Withers's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Pearce has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pearce is trying to control. Withers wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Withers is looking to improve his position.
Pearce thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Withers knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Pearce on the ground.#T1#
Pearce wants to control but Withers is keeping him busy.
Pearce trying to pass the guard but Withers defending well.
Pearce prevents Withers from improving his position.#SUB2#
Pearce is working for a kimura but Withers is defending it quite comfortably.
Pearce wants to pass the guard but Withers is defending well.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Pearce stalling away here and it's allowed Withers to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Withers keeping moving, preventing Pearce from controlling successfully.
Pearce pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Withers is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pearce tries to clinch but Withers is having none of it.
Withers was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Withers looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Pearce closes this distance looking for a takedown but Withers circles away.
Withers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pearce was well out of range. Poor timing from Withers.
Pearce's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Withers connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Pearce scrambles back to his feet.#T3##TD#
Withers shoots in and bounces Pearce off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Withers postures up and lands a big shot to Pearce's brow.
Withers lands a couple of digs.#ROC#Pearce is rocked!
Withers scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pearce is still in real trouble! Can Withers finish him?
Withers passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Withers cracks Pearce with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Withers immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Pearce is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Withers!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shaq Withers!
During a confident post fight interview, Shaq Withers thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 01, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Withers closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Withers working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Withers is putting a hurting on Demir here, landing some big shots from side control.
Demir taking a bit of punishment here - Withers scoring with strikes.
Withers cracks Demir with an elbow. That is naaassty.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Withers lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Withers cracks Demir with a big right hand but Demir just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Demir takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Demir on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
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!
Demir takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Demir taking a bit of punishment here - Withers scoring with strikes.
Withers scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Demir to see if he's OK.
Withers has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Demir takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Withers scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Demir to see if he's OK.#T1#
Withers lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Demir tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Demir wants to hold on but Withers pushes him away.
Withers sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Withers lands a big shot there that rocks Demir but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Withers unloading with bombs!
Demir swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Withers working the ground and pound effectively.
Demir is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T2#
Withers landing shots from mount.
Withers prevents Demir from getting the reversal.
Withers working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Withers dominating with strikes here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Demir is looking to improve his position but Withers isn't that keen on the idea.
Demir is in a horrible position here. Withers smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Demir is looking to improve his position but Withers isn't that keen on the idea.
Withers lands a heavy elbow.
Withers working Demir over with strikes here.
Demir is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Withers landing strikes, looking to finish! #T3#
Withers with a couple of short strikes.
Withers working Demir over with strikes here.
Withers putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Demir takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Withers landing punches. #ROC2#Demir is rocked!
Withers scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Oh Demir is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Withers pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Withers drops a big elbow. That's hurt Demir! More shots from Withers and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shaq Withers! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2024 |
#R1#
Withers throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Zyar seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Withers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zyar.
Zyar appears to be looking for a big counter.
Withers throws a series of punches but Zyar avoids them all with ease.
Zyar seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Withers closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Withers lands in his opponent's guard.
Zyar has momentary wrist control but Withers slips an elbow through the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zyar trying to keep a closed guard but Withers is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zyar is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Withers pulls Zyar in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Zyar content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Withers has Zyar pulled in close to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zyar trying to control the position from guard on top but Withers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zyar won't allow Withers to sweep him here. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Withers bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Zyar's guard. #REVB#
Withers content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Withers preventing the sweep.
Zyar keeping full guard, as Withers tries to pass.
Withers lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Withers's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Zyar is trying to keep Withers in close.
Zyar is breathing heavily.
Withers works over Zyar with some ground and pound from guard.
Withers is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Withers stopping the sweep attempt from Zyar.
Withers makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Withers keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zyar's head.
Withers lands a couple of elbows.
Withers working some strikes from top position.#ROC2#Zyar is rocked!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Withers chips away with some ground and pound.
Oh Zyar is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Withers engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Zyar seems to have got his legs back now.
Withers keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zyar's head.
Withers with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Withers slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Withers working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zyar's head.
Withers is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
Withers is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Withers trying to control but Zyar is working from the bottom.
Zyar is trying to keep Withers in close.
Withers looking to pass the guard.
Withers postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Zyar can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Withers controls the pace.
Withers is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Withers is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Withers works over Zyar with some ground and pound from guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shaq Withers dominated that round.
That's time! Zyar's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Zyar showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Withers.
Zyar seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Withers feints and as Zyar raises his hands in defense, Withers changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Withers lands a couple of digs.
Withers has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Withers postures up and lands a big shot to Zyar's brow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zyar bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Withers's guard. #REVR#
Withers looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Withers is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Withers lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Withers with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Zyar wants to sweep here but Withers controlling him for the moment.
Withers scoring with some ground and pound.
Withers stands up over Zyar, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Withers lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Withers cracks Zyar with a solid left hand.
Withers lands a couple of elbows.
Withers working some strikes from top position.
Withers with a nice head shot there.
Withers trying to control the position from guard on top but Zyar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Withers is working Zyar over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
Withers stands up over Zyar, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Withers chips away with some ground and pound.
Withers is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Withers's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Withers chips away with some ground and pound.
Withers landing with the ground and pound.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Withers postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Withers postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Zyar covers up, he's hurt! Withers keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Withers and the ref steps in to end the fight! Withers can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shaq Withers! |
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