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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
CW MMA: Warriors Collide
Date: Nov 07, 2020 |
Hans Schultz really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 269.0, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Darius Rodcocker was cancelled. |
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Event:
C4 - The Sixth
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2# Lavice shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Dufrane taking some punishment here, with Lavice in his half guard. Lavice works his way into full mount! Lavice sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. BOOM! Lavice connects with a massive shot to the dome!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lavice looking to control and managing it successfully. Dufrane is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2# Lavice quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Lavice but it's paid off an Dufrane is forced to tap! Nice work by Lavice.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rene Lavice! |
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Event:
GC 366 Antilles vs Slinger
Date: Oct 10, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Davis lands a jab to the head.
LeCroix tries to clinch but Davis is having none of it. Davis misses with a two punch combination.
Davis throws a series of punches but LeCroix avoids them all with ease. Davis avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sloppy strikes from Davis. Those never looked like landing. Davis fails to land with a series of punches.
LeCroix tries to clinch but Davis is having none of it. Davis fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
LeCroix tries to clinch up but Davis circles away and keeps his distance. LeCroix tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Davis is looking to counter punch. Davis scores with a jab. LeCroix acknowledges it with a nod of the head. LeCroix dodges the punch combination from Davis.
LeCroix is looking to clinch but Davis is avoiding it.
Davis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but LeCroix moves away. Davis throws a wild combination but nothing lands. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Davis showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from LeCroix.
#T1# Davis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tiny LeCroix seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. LeCroix tries to close the distance and clinch but Davis swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. LeCroix is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sloppy strikes from Davis. Those never looked like landing. #CL2# LeCroix moves into range and clinches up with Davis. Davis is trying to break free. LeCroix tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Davis misses with the head strike.
LeCroix has Davis pressed against the ropes, preventing Davis from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Davis is looking to break free of the clinch but LeCroix has double underhooks. LeCroix blocking some punches.
LeCroix keeps control of Davis as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. LeCroix connects with a knee to the head.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Davis just misses with a elbow thrown towards LeCroix's brow. LeCroix misses with a knee to the head. LeCroix with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Davis is trying to break the clinch but LeCroix has him pressed against the ropes. LeCroix working Davis over with knees to the body.#BC# Davis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T2# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Davis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but LeCroix moves away. Davis throws the left hand but LeCroix avoids the punch easily.#CL2# LeCroix rushes Davis and presses him up against the ropes. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Davis working hard to break the clinch. LeCroix using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Davis has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Davis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Davis misses with an elbow strike.
LeCroix lands a nice knee to the body. Davis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Davis working aggressively here.
Davis is trying to break the clinch but LeCroix has him pressed against the ropes. LeCroix with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Davis is breathing heavily. LeCroix working Davis over with knees to the body. LeCroix scores with a knee to the head.
#ROC2#Davis is rocked! LeCroix scores with a knee to the head.
Oh Davis is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! LeCroix looking to slow down the pace here. LeCroix is looking to control Davis's arms but Davis gets an underhook and turns him. Now LeCroix has his back to the ropes. LeCroix seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks. LeCroix manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Davis has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T3# Davis takes a knee to the side of the body. LeCroix with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. LeCroix misses with a hook to the ribs.
Davis misses with a knee to the head. LeCroix unloads a knee to the mid-section. Davis lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. LeCroix jerks Davis's head down, straight into the path of a devastating knee! Davis drops to the floor in a crumpled heap! LeCroix goes to throw a finishing haymaker but pulls out - good sportsmanship from LeCroix because Davis was completely out of it. That was a nice finish - just the right level of brutality to send everyone home happy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Tiny LeCroix! |
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Event:
C4 - The Third
Date: Oct 03, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Good work by Bouldershoulder as he checks the leg kick. Dufrane goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#TD2# Bouldershoulder fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dufrane sprawls well initially but Bouldershoulder persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Dufrane on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Bouldershoulder working over Dufrane with some ground and pound. Dufrane looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Dufrane is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Bouldershoulder trying to control the pace. Dufrane tries to roll over but Bouldershoulder keeps him under control. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Let's hope that Bouldershoulder has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T1# Bouldershoulder scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Bouldershoulder lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Bouldershoulder is taking a breather. Dufrane says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Bouldershoulder takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Bouldershoulder is taking a breather. Dufrane says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something. Bouldershoulder blocks the strikes from Dufrane.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bouldershoulder lands a nice short elbow. Bouldershoulder lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Bouldershoulder not doing much here.
Bouldershoulder is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3# Dufrane wants to control but Bouldershoulder is keeping busy.
Bouldershoulder is nestled in close to Dufrane, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bouldershoulder in particular looking to stall. Bouldershoulder looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dufrane with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Bouldershoulder slows the pace down in half guard. Dufrane wants to get back to full guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bouldershoulder lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T4# Bouldershoulder looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Bouldershoulder content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Dufrane is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bouldershoulder lands a nice short elbow. Bouldershoulder is nestled in close to Dufrane, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Bouldershoulder lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Dufrane knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bouldershoulder on the ground. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Bouldershoulder sitting and controlling from the half guard. Bouldershoulder is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Bouldershoulder dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Dufrane lands a two punch combo.
Bouldershoulder is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Dufrane. Bouldershoulder throws a right hand that Dufrane ducks under and follows up with a left that Dufrane also avoids with ease.#TD2# Bouldershoulder is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dufrane's half guard. Bouldershoulder has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Bouldershoulder lands with a punch from half guard. Bouldershoulder lands with a punch from half guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Bouldershoulder lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Bouldershoulder lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Bouldershoulder takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Nice strikes from Bouldershoulder there. #T1# 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. Bouldershoulder connects with a nice short shot to Dufrane's temple. Bouldershoulder perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Bouldershoulder looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Bouldershoulder takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Nice strikes from Bouldershoulder there. Dufrane has hold of Bouldershoulder's hands but Bouldershoulder slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB# Dufrane looking for submissions off his back. Bouldershoulder controlling the action here. Bouldershoulder's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2##SUB# Dufrane looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Bouldershoulder seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Bouldershoulder stalling. Dufrane is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bouldershoulder scores with a couple of nice shots. Bouldershoulder looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Bouldershoulder is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3##SUB# Dufrane is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bouldershoulder pulls his head out easily. Bouldershoulder is controlling the pace.
Bouldershoulder slips a nice elbow through Dufrane's hands, connecting with Dufrane's forehead. Bouldershoulder with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Bouldershoulder lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Dufrane wants to control but Bouldershoulder is keeping busy and won't allow it. Bouldershoulder has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Dufrane on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Dufrane on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Dufrane taking some punishment here, with Bouldershoulder in his half guard. Bouldershoulder is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Bouldershoulder is nestled in close to Dufrane, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Bouldershoulder is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. 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. Bouldershoulder connects with a nice short shot to Dufrane's temple. Dufrane on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Bouldershoulder working over Dufrane with some ground and pound. Dufrane looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bouldershoulder in particular looking to stall. Bouldershoulder scores with a couple of good hammerfists. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Bouldershoulder showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# Bouldershoulder darts in looking for a takedown but Dufrane gets double underhooks and turns Bouldershoulder into the cage. Ivan Bouldershoulder seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Bouldershoulder fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dufrane manages to avoid it. Dufrane misses with a wild combination.
Bouldershoulder dodges the punch combination from Dufrane.
Sloppy strikes from Dufrane. Those never looked like landing. Bouldershoulder looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Dufrane keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. A little feinted left hand from Dufrane on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Earl Dufrane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Bouldershoulder. Dufrane moves out of range of the strikes. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sloppy strikes from Bouldershoulder. Those never looked like landing. Dufrane appears to be looking for a big counter. Nice jab there from Dufrane. Dufrane connects with a crisp jab. Bouldershoulder misses with a two punch combination.
Dufrane misses with a wild combination.
#T1# Bouldershoulder throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bouldershoulder rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dufrane moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Earl Dufrane is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Dufrane throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bouldershoulder with the counter takedown but Dufrane avoids it easily. Dufrane misses with the combination.
Dufrane stuffs the takedown attempt from Bouldershoulder. Bouldershoulder gets slowly back to his feet. Dufrane appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Bouldershoulder looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Decent striking displayed by Dufrane there. Bouldershoulder shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dufrane sprawls well. Dufrane wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bouldershoulder gets slowly back to his feet. Dufrane has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bouldershoulder finds it's way round the side to connect with Dufrane's head. #T2# Bouldershoulder cracks a nice hook into Dufrane's ribs. Bouldershoulder rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dufrane moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Dufrane feinted with a counter takedown. Bouldershoulder misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dufrane.
Dufrane appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Dufrane cracks Bouldershoulder with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Bouldershoulder misses with a wild combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Dufrane lands a jab-cross combination. Dufrane connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD2# Bouldershoulder looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Bouldershoulder lands a couple of digs. Dufrane working a defensive guard here.
Bouldershoulder is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3# Bouldershoulder working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dufrane's head. Bouldershoulder looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Bouldershoulder content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Bouldershoulder is in close to Dufrane's body, working some short punches and elbows. Bouldershoulder works over Dufrane with some ground and pound from guard. Bouldershoulder works a leg free and moves into half guard. Bouldershoulder controlling the pace. Ivan Bouldershoulder has got the better of the ground game so far. Dufrane wants to control but Bouldershoulder is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4# Bouldershoulder perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. 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. Bouldershoulder connects with a nice short shot to Dufrane's temple. Earl Dufrane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Bouldershoulder winds up and cracks Dufrane with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Dufrane wants to get back to full guard. Bouldershoulder trying to control the pace.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Earl Dufrane. I think Bouldershoulder has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29 Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29 Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Bouldershoulder! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 905 Round 1
Date: May 02, 2019 |
#R1# Tyno defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hughes.#CL2# Tyno closes the distance and clinches.#TD2# Tyno ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Tyno no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Tyno looking for a sweep. Not yet Tyno, not yet. Hughes is fighting to break Tyno's control of his arms but Tyno is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Hughes 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Hughes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hughes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##SUB# Hughes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hughes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Hughes will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Tyno trying to keep a closed guard but Hughes is proving a slippery customer.
Hughes works a leg free and moves into half guard. Tyno has hold of Hughes's hands but Hughes slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Tyno is trying to get back to full guard. Hughes content to control rather than advance. Hughes winds up and cracks Tyno with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2# Tyno is trying to stand back up but Hughes is controlling him
Tyno taking some punishment here, with Hughes in his half guard. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tyno can do anything to dispel that myth. Tyno has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hughes is working away from the top position though. Tyno has hold of Hughes's hands but Hughes slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Tyno is trying to stand up here but Hughes is controlling him well. Hughes scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Hughes really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB# Hughes is trying to work for a kimura but Tyno is defending well.
#T3# Tyno wants to improve his position but Hughes is controlling well.
Hughes lands with a punch from half guard. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hughes in particular looking to stall. Hughes takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Still in half guard, Hughes seems content to control.#SU# Hughes escapes and gets back to his feet. Tyno avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T4# Hughes closes the distance but Tyno moves to the side and Tyno counters with a two punch combo. Hughes defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tyno.#TD# Hughes drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Tyno working for a triangle but Hughes defends it easily.
Tyno being controlled here, momentarily. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Peyton Hughes dominated that round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# No luck with that takedown attempt from Tyno. Hughes looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tyno is fending him off so far but Hughes persists. Nope, Tyno circles away and we're back to standing. Hughes tries for a takedown but Tyno sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2# Tyno gets a clinch. Tyno wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD# Hughes pulls Tyno into guard.
Tyno tries to stand but Hughes is controlling from the bottom. Hughes striking off his back, scoring a few points. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hughes is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T1# Tyno is looking to control Hughes's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tyno avoid being mounted? Hughes looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Hughes is thwarting Tyno's attempts to control the position. Hughes passes the guard and advances to mount! Hughes avoids the attempt from Tyno to control.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Hughes controlling from the full mount. Peyton Hughes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Tyno wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Hughes controlling the position easily from mount. Hughes seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Tyno for as long as he can get away with.#T3# Hughes won't let Tyno get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. Hughes tries to control but Tyno wriggling away. Tyno gets back to half guard. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hughes in particular looking to stall. Hughes is thwarting Tyno's attempts to control the position. Tyno really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hughes. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Hughes controlling the pace. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Tyno wants to get back to full guard.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Hughes fails in his attempt to clinch. Hughes looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Tyno fails with a takedown attempt. Peyton Hughes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tino Tyno. Hughes wants to clinch but Tyno slips to the side and Tyno counters with a lovely straight right hand! Hughes fails to land the takedown. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Tyno fails with a takedown attempt. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Peyton Hughes dominated that second 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. This is the final round! #R3##CL2# Tyno closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Hughes can't find room to land a body shot as Tyno controls the action.
Tyno fails to pull guard.
Hughes trying to stall but Tyno improves his position.
Hughes is trying to maintain a safe position but Tyno gets an underhook and turns Hughes into the cage. Hughes can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight. Tyno blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hughes tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Tyno has hold of one of Hughes's legs. Hughes is fighting the takedown attempt but Tyno gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Hughes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tyno can do to turn this around? Tyno wants to pass the guard but Hughes is keeping the position. Hughes is controlling Tyno's posture.#T1# Hughes wants to sweep but no luck. Hughes preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tyno accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Hughes wants to stand up but Tyno is controlling him. Hughes is pulling down on Tyno's head to control his posture. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Tyno pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tyno shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hughes pinned against the cage. Hughes gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Tyno dodges the punch combination from Hughes.
Tyno shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hughes defends it nicely. Peyton Hughes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tino Tyno. Hughes lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. A telegraphed right hand from Hughes misses the target. Hughes darts in looking for a takedown but Tyno gets double underhooks and turns Hughes into the cage. Hughes closes the distance and clinches up with Tyno, looking for a takedown. Hughes pushes Tyno against the cage but Tyno circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3# Tyno fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hughes avoids it really well and circles away. Hughes tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyno swats him away and circles back towards the center. Hughes tries to clinch but Tyno moves out of range. Hughes tries to clinch up but Tyno circles away and keeps his distance. Tino Tyno seems to be getting the better of the standup. Hughes shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tyno as he avoids it easily. Tyno shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hughes but Hughes pushes him off and we're back to square one. Tyno misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tyno throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hughes's waist but Hughes gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tyno off to one side. #T4##TD# Hughes manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tyno on his heels. He'll look to pass Tyno's guard now, I'm sure. Hughes postures up.
Tyno might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hughes haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Tyno pulls Hughes in to control the position. #SUB2# Tyno has his foot on Hughes's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hughes works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB# Hughes thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU# Hughes stands up and waves to Tyno to follow him. Tino Tyno has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Peyton Hughes is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Hughes shoots in looking for a takedown. Tyno tries to sprawl out of it but Hughes keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tyno manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Peyton Hughes. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hughes, 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Peyton Hughes! Judge Marco Blurstr�m scores the fight for Peyton Hughes! Judge Anni Minnem�ki scores the fight for Peyton Hughes!
Peyton Hughes wins by unanimous decision!
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Event:
TBD#5 ASKREN vs. CARTER
Date: Sep 30, 2017 |
#R1# No luck for Cumberbatch with that takedown attempt. Coon thinks about the counter body kick.#TD# Coon gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Cumberbatch to score an easy takedown into full guard. Coon keeping moving, preventing Cumberbatch from controlling successfully. Cumberbatch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Coon is looking to stand up but Cumberbatch isn't so interested in that idea. Cumberbatch trying to control the position from guard on top but Coon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1# Cumberbatch is standing up over Coon. Coon looks to escape but Cumberbatch dives into side control.
Cumberbatch trying to control the action but Coon is working from the bottom. Cumberbatch sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Coon is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#SUB# Cumberbatch working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Cumberbatch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Coon keeps working. #T2# Coon bucks up and tries to throw Cumberbatch off but instead Cumberbatch has got his back!#SUB# Cumberbatch is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Coon is defending well though. Cumberbatch let's go of the attempt for now. Coon trying to get back to his feet but Cumberbatch is in full control for now. Cumberbatch definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Coon is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Cumberbatch off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB# Cumberbatch is looking for the choke from the back position but Coon is controlling his hands well. Coon is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T3# Cumberbatch is trying to control but Coon is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Cumberbatch tries to control but Coon wriggling away. Cumberbatch misses with a head shot. Cumberbatch thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
#SUB# Cumberbatch looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB# Cumberbatch wants to finish this one by submission but Coon is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Cumberbatch. #T4##SUB# Cumberbatch goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Coon turns into him and now he's in Cumberbatch's guard.
#SUB# Cumberbatch had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Coon defends it easily. Coon trying to stand up but can't free himself from Cumberbatch's guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Cumberbatch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Benedict Cumberbatch dominated that round. That's time! Cumberbatch's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Cumberbatch tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Coon defends well and Cumberbatch ends up having to push Coon into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD# Cumberbatch feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Cumberbatch stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Coon swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB# Cumberbatch is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Cumberbatch wants to pass the guard but Coon is keeping the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cumberbatch slips nicely into half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Coon is defending against the submission attempts here by Cumberbatch.
Coon is not content to let Cumberbatch control the position.#T1##SUB# Cumberbatch is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Cumberbatch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Coon can do to turn this around? Coon is not content to let Cumberbatch control the position. Cumberbatch is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Coon! #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Cumberbatch trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB# Cumberbatch working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Coon looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Cumberbatch! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Benedict Cumberbatch! After winning the bout, Benedict Cumberbatch thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
TBD#5 ASKREN vs. CARTER
Date: Sep 30, 2017 |
#R1# Assadi tries to clinch but Buckshank moves out of range. Assadi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL# Assadi clinches. Buckshank pushes off an throws an elbow but Assadi leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. A short right from Assadi on the inside. Buckshank wants to stall.
Assadi lands an elbow just above Buckshank 's eye. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Assadi working Buckshank over with knees to the body. Assadi is stalling here.
Assadi lands a nice uppercut.#T1##BC# Assadi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jab, jab by Buckshank - just one landing. #CUT2# It looks like Max Assadi has been cut. Buckshank misses with the combination.
Assadi tries to clinch but Buckshank moves away and Buckshank counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Assadi misses with a combination
and Buckshank connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Buckshank looks to land a right hand but Assadi moved out of range. Assadi seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Buckshank lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Assadi circles away quickly and effectively. Assadi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Buckshank paws at him with a jab and circles away. Assadi backing away here, and Buckshank unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Buckshank tries to land a leg kick but Assadi saw it coming and moves away.
A little feinted left hand from Assadi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2##CL# Buckshank gets tackled into the cage by Assadi. Assadi maintains the clinch. Buckshank blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. Buckshank wants to get back to striking at distance but Assadi won't allow it.
Assadi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC# Assadi breaks the clinch.
Buckshank's coach down at FIGHT LAB was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Buckshank's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Assadi tries to move into range but Buckshank moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Assadi is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Assadi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Buckshank counters with a left right combination that sends Assadi crashing to the mat - Buckshank wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Assadi out for a TKO! Devastating finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ozamataz Buckshank! An out of breath Ozamataz Buckshank thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Dynasty 12
Date: Sep 16, 2017 |
#R1# Silver Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boss lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Boss slips a jab from Silver Jr. Silver Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Boss has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Silver Jr throws the left hand but Boss avoids the punch easily. Boss bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Silver Jr lands a head kick. Boss smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT# It looks like Joey Boss has been cut. Boss misses with a double jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Silver Jr as he connects with a hook. A slapping leg kick lands for Silver Jr.
Silver Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Boss cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Silver Jr misses with a hook to the body
and Boss cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Silver Jr looks to throw the jab but Boss is out of range. Boss throws a leg kick enabling Silver Jr to counter with a crisp jab. Boss uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Silver Jr. Silver Jr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Boss circles away quickly and effectively.#T1# Boss bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Boss on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Thomas Silver Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Silver Jr.
Boss ducks under a wild hook from Silver Jr. Silver Jr on the wrong end of a nice hook. Boss misses with a looping left. Boss misses with a two punch combination.
Silver Jr is looking to counter punch. Boss throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Silver Jr misses with an uppercut. Silver Jr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Boss showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Silver Jr.
Boss fails to land with a series of punches.
Boss throws a body punch but Silver Jr moves out of range. #T2# Boss connects with the punch. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Boss takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Silver Jr avoids a punch combination nicely.
Silver Jr checks a low kick from Boss. As Boss looks to move away, Silver Jr throws a big counter combo but Boss just gets out of the way. Silver Jr misses with a looping right. Boss looks like he wants to counter punch here. Silver Jr tries to bum rush Boss with a series of wild strikes but Boss uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Boss misses the jab. Boss throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Silver Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Silver Jr misses with an uppercut. Boss let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Boss's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Silver Jr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Boss scrambles back to his feet. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Silver Jr throws a looping overhand right but Boss ducks down to avoid it. Silver Jr with a body punch. A glancing blow. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Silver Jr dominated that round. The cut man is working on Joey Boss's cut. That's time! Silver Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Boss wants to slow Silver Jr down by chopping away at his legs. Silver Jr throws a big shot that misses. Silver Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Nice shot by Silver Jr. Silver Jr misses with a hook. Boss ducked under it nicely. Silver Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boss sees it coming and avoids it easily. Boss throws out a counter right but Silver Jr avoids it with no problem. Boss takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Boss avoids the head kick by Silver Jr.
Silver Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Boss's shoulder, as Boss tries to avoid the shot. Silver Jr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. A swing and a miss from Silver Jr. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A combination from Boss does no damage. Silver Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Boss takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. A slow jab from Silver Jr misses its intended target. #T1# Silver Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Silver Jr throws a hook to the side of Boss's head but Boss sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Boss gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Silver Jr. Boss moves away from the strike by Silver Jr. Silver Jr misses with an uppercut. Boss will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Boss stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Silver Jr. Silver Jr checks the leg kick. Boss just misses with a punch to the body.
Silver Jr looks to throw the jab but Boss is out of range. Boss uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Silver Jr. Silver Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boss. #T2# A lazy left from Silver Jr finds it's target. Boss misses the shot to the body. Silver Jr throws a lazy head kick and Boss counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Silver Jr moves out of range of the leg kick from Boss. Thomas Silver Jr is winning the standup battle so far. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Boss slips under a jab from Silver Jr. Silver Jr throws the left hand but Boss avoids the punch easily. Boss takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT# That has opened up Joey Boss's cut even more. Boss swings widly with a right hand
letting Silver Jr counter with a right hand. Boss rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Silver Jr moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Boss has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Silver Jr. Silver Jr misses with an uppercut. Boss wants to land a leg kick but Silver Jr is out of range. Boss pushing out the jab but it's not landing. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Silver Jr dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Joey Boss's cut. That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# A big left from Boss misses. Silver Jr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Silver Jr tries to move into range but Boss moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. A swing and a miss from Silver Jr. The fighters circling - Silver Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land. A looping hook to the body misses from Silver Jr. Boss does a little dance to reset his feet. Silver Jr ducks under a wild hook from Boss. A little feinted left hand from Silver Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Boss throws out a loose jab but Silver Jr uses good head movement to avoid it. Boss misses with an uppercut. Silver Jr saw that one coming. Boss throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Boss moves out of range as Silver Jr strikes. Silver Jr blocks a jab. Silver Jr looks to throw the jab but Boss is out of range. Boss scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#T1# Boss moves away from the strike by Silver Jr. Silver Jr looks to land a left hand but Boss moved out of range nicely. Boss keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Silver Jr. Silver Jr throws a looping overhand right but Boss ducks down to avoid it. Joey Boss is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Silver Jr slips under a jab. Silver Jr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Silver Jr scores with a decent looking hook. Silver Jr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. A jab from Boss misses. Silver Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Boss uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Silver Jr.
Boss throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Boss throws a body kick that misses. Silver Jr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T2# Silver Jr misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Boss moves out of range of the strikes. Joey Boss has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Silver Jr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Boss looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Boss uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Silver Jr. Silver Jr getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Jab by Silver Jr. Boss displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Silver Jr throws out the jab. Silver Jr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Boss has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Boss's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Boss misses with the combination.
Silver Jr looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Thomas Silver Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Silver Jr cracks Boss with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Nice shot lands for Silver Jr.#ROC# Boss is rocked!
And that's the end of the fight! Thomas Silver Jr showed his dominance in that final round. Well Silver Jr 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27 Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27 Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Silver Jr! Thomas Silver Jr really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sully's Bar & Grill logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
RS Friday Fight Night VI
Date: Sep 15, 2017 |
#R1# Steward misses the jab. McCringleberry misses with a few strikes there.
Steward checks a leg kick nicely. Steward scores with a jab. McCringleberry acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2# Steward gets a clinch. Steward looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Steward tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. McCringleberry avoids the elbow strike from Steward, against the cage.
Steward misses with an elbow strike.
McCringleberry tries to throw a body punch but Steward avoids it by throwing McCringleberry back against the cage. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Steward just misses with a elbow thrown towards McCringleberry's brow. McCringleberry definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. McCringleberry is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McCringleberry dodges an elbow strike from Steward.
Steward misses with a short punch on the inside. Steward misses with a hook from the clinch. McCringleberry wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Steward has him pressed against the cage. McCringleberry tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1# Steward doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCringleberry blocks the elbow strike.
McCringleberry blocks an uppercut.
McCringleberry blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Steward has a couple of punches blocked by McCringleberry.
Steward throws a head punch that misses. Steward can't find room to land a body shot as McCringleberry controls the action.
A frustrated look appears on McCringleberry's face as he tries to break the clinch. McCringleberry blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Steward looking to throw knees to the head but McCringleberry is blocking nicely.
Steward throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Steward lands a body punch. McCringleberry managing to block the knees to the body from Steward.
Steward tries a body shot but McCringleberry blocks it.
#T2# Steward misses with some punches.
McCringleberry working hard to break the clinch. McCringleberry blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. McCringleberry blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Steward misses with an elbow strike.
Steward looks to throw an elbow but misses. McCringleberry looking to slow down the pace here. Steward putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has McCringleberry in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. McCringleberry wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McCringleberry tries to work over Steward's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Steward is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McCringleberry is defending well for now. Steward throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Steward tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Steward misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3# Steward misses with a hook from the clinch. Steward struggles to land a body shot inside as McCringleberry controls his hands.
Steward tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. McCringleberry wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Steward has him pressed against the cage. Steward lands with a right to the head. Steward misses with a punch to the body.
McCringleberry takes an elbow to the forehead. Steward lands a nice elbow from the clinch. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Steward. Steward tries to work over McCringleberry's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. McCringleberry avoids the elbow strike from Steward, against the cage.
Steward keeps control of McCringleberry as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. McCringleberry blocks an uppercut.
Steward misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4# Steward misses with the head strike.
Steward looks to throw an elbow but misses. A short right from Steward. With the fighters up against the cage, Steward throws an elbow but misses. Steward unloads a knee to the mid-section. McCringleberry is trying to push Steward away but Steward has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Steward throws a head punch that misses. McCringleberry blocks an elbow strike from Steward.
Steward prevents McCringleberry from breaking the clinch. Steward throws an elbow that misses.
Steward swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McCringleberry throws a punch but it's blocked by Steward. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McCringleberry blocking some punches.
McCringleberry wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Steve Steward 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# Steward throws a lazy uppercut
enabling McCringleberry to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT# It looks like Steve Steward has been cut. McCringleberry throws out a leg kick but Steward moves out of range and McCringleberry only half commits. Steward is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Steward closes the distance looking to clinch and McCringleberry counters with a two punch combo. Steward closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL2# Steward closes the distance and clinches. McCringleberry tries to work over Steward's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Steward as McCringleberry tries to tie him up. With the fighters up against the cage, Steward throws an elbow but misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Steward struggles to land a body shot inside as McCringleberry controls his hands.
Steward can't find room to land a body shot as McCringleberry controls the action.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Steward throws an elbow but it's blocked.
McCringleberry avoids a wild elbow strike from Steward. Steward has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1# An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Steward. Steward lands an uppercut. Steward misses with some punches.
Steward throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Steward misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Steward tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Steward throws an elbow but it's blocked.
McCringleberry working hard to break the clinch. McCringleberry is trying to break the clinch but Steward is controlling him. Steward misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCringleberry tries to break the clinch but Steward is controlling the position. Steward tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Steward swings wildly with an uppercut but McCringleberry uses good head movement to avoid it. Steward blocks an uppercut.
#T2# McCringleberry is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Steward is keeping busy. McCringleberry tries to circle away but Steward has him pinned against the cage. Steward swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Knees to the body from Steward.
A bit of stalling here from McCringleberry.
Steward tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. McCringleberry wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Steward misses with a hook to the ribs.
Steward tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
McCringleberry avoids the elbow strike from Steward, against the cage.
Steward tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. McCringleberry misses with a punch to the body.
#T3# A short right hand to the side of the head by Steward. Steward lands a nice uppercut. McCringleberry is trying to push Steward away but Steward has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Steward swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Steward creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Steward struggles to land a body shot inside as McCringleberry controls his hands.
Steward softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. McCringleberry takes a knee to the side of the body. Steward misses with an elbow strike.
Steward struggles to land a body shot inside as McCringleberry controls his hands.
Steward creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Steward as McCringleberry tries to tie him up. Steward scores with a nice hook to the head.#T4# McCringleberry wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Steward pushes off an throws an elbow but McCringleberry leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Steward missing with knees to the body.
Steward lands a nice uppercut. Steward throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Steward struggles to land a body shot inside as McCringleberry controls his hands.
McCringleberry wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Steward has him pressed against the cage. Steward putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has McCringleberry in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. McCringleberry working hard to break the clinch. McCringleberry wants to get back to striking at distance but Steward won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Steward working aggressively here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Steward prevents McCringleberry from breaking the clinch. McCringleberry wants to break the clinch but can't.
Steward tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Steve Steward showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Steve Steward's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# McCringleberry avoids the body shot from Steward.
#CL2# Steward closes the distance and clinches. Knees in the clinch landing for Steward.
Steward lands a knee to the body.
McCringleberry avoids the elbow strike from Steward, against the cage.
Steward gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2# It looks like Hingle McCringleberry has been cut. Knees in the clinch landing for Steward.
Steward landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Steward struggles to land a body shot inside as McCringleberry controls his hands.
Steward throws an elbow but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Steward lands a knee to the body.
Steward has McCringleberry pressed against the cage, preventing McCringleberry from circling away and getting back to striking at range. McCringleberry is trying to break the clinch but Steward has him pressed against the cage. Steward lands a nice knee to the body. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# McCringleberry blocks an elbow strike from Steward.
Steward scores a nice knee to the body.
McCringleberry blocks an elbow strike. Steward unloads a knee to the mid-section. McCringleberry blocks an uppercut.
McCringleberry is trying to break free. Steward misses with an elbow over the top. Steward throws an elbow but it misses.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Steward obliges. Steward misses with some punches.
McCringleberry tries to break the clinch but Steward is controlling the position. Steward fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McCringleberry dodges an elbow strike from Steward.
#T2# Steward swings wildly with an uppercut but McCringleberry uses good head movement to avoid it. Steve Steward seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Steward tries to throw a body punch but McCringleberry avoids it by throwing Steward back against the cage. Steward missing with knees to the body.
Steward scores a nice knee to the body.
McCringleberry blocking some punches.
McCringleberry dodges an elbow strike from Steward.
McCringleberry blocks an elbow strike from Steward.
Steward misses with a short punch on the inside. Steward lands a shot to the body. Steward throws a head punch that misses. Steward throws a punch but it's blocked by McCringleberry. Steward throws an elbow but it's blocked.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Steward swings wildly with an uppercut but McCringleberry uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3# McCringleberry takes an elbow to the forehead. McCringleberry is trying to break free. Steward tries to throw a body punch but McCringleberry avoids it by throwing Steward back against the cage. McCringleberry wants to break free but Steward has control.
Steward throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Steve Steward is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. McCringleberry tries a body shot but Steward blocks it.
McCringleberry is trying to break the clinch but Steward is controlling him. Steward blocks a body shot from McCringleberry. McCringleberry has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Hingle McCringleberry has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. McCringleberry blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. McCringleberry can't break the clinch.
Steward landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A frustrated look appears on McCringleberry's face as he tries to break the clinch. Steward lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. McCringleberry wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Steward has him pressed against the cage. McCringleberry doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that's the end of the fight! Steve Steward comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Steward winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 26:30 Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 26:30 Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steve Steward! Steve Steward seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 50: No Way Out
Date: Sep 09, 2017 |
#R1# Koniezko throws a nice looking combination but Anjo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Anjo seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Anjo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. And Koniezko tries to counter it with a takedown but Anjo pushes his down on his head and steps out. Koniezko with a poor takedown and Anjo counters with a straight right hand.#CL2# Koniezko gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC2# Koniezko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Koniezko tries to score a power double leg takedown but Anjo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Koniezko somewhat. A clash of legs there as Koniezko blocks the low kick. Koniezko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Koniezko misses with a double jab
and Anjo counters with a right hand to the body. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Anjo!
A jab lands there for Anjo. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Koniezko walks into a stiff left hand from Anjo.#T1# Koniezko throws a nice looking combination but Anjo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Koniezko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anjo was well out of range. Poor timing from Koniezko. Anjo throws a half hearted mid kick. Koniezko tries to counter by closing the distance. Anjo catches Koniezko with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Anjo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Anjo trying to stall but Koniezko improves his position.
Anjo wants to stall.
Koniezko has Anjo pushed against the cage.#BC2# Koniezko manages to break the clinch.
#T2# Koniezko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Anjo scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CL2# Koniezko darts in and clinches Anjo up against the cage. Anjo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD2# Koniezko jumps guard and drags Anjo to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. 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! Anjo preventing the sweep. Anjo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Koniezko swivels though and keeps the full guard. Koniezko controlling Anjo's posture. #T3# Anjo wants to control from the top but Koniezko keeps moving. Anjo stopping the sweep attempt from Koniezko. Koniezko controlling Anjo's posture. Koniezko 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.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Sascha Koniezko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Anjo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL2# Koniezko instigates a clinch. #T4##BC2# Koniezko breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# Koniezko gets in close and instigates a clinch. Anjo wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Koniezko has him pressed against the cage.#TD2# Koniezko ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Koniezko no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Koniezko seems keen to control Anjo's posture. Anjo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Koniezko looking to sweep here. No luck so far. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2# Koniezko is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Anjo presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. Anjo is trying to push Koniezko away but Koniezko has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Anjo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Koniezko. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kakihara Anjo will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2##CL2# Koniezko forces Anjo back against the cage and clinches. Anjo working hard to break the clinch. Anjo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Koniezko's coach down at Rip Shit Riot Yoga Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Koniezko's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Anjo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Anjo tries a body shot but Koniezko blocks it.
Anjo tries to break the clinch but Koniezko is controlling the position. #BC2# Koniezko breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Koniezko needs to keep his hands up - Anjo had a free shot at his head there.#CL2# Koniezko has managed to clinch.
Anjo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Koniezko is keeping busy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Koniezko fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A right handed body shot lands from Koniezko.
#BC2# Koniezko breaks the clinch.
Koniezko slips a jab and a cross from Anjo.
#T1# Koniezko swings widly with a right hand
letting Anjo counter with a right hand. Anjo takes a swing at Koniezko's ribcage but misses. Koniezko misses with a leg kick and Anjo counters with a lovely straight right hand! Anjo scores with a three punch combo!
Anjo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Anjo feints a jab promting Koniezko to slip. Anjo then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Koniezko slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Anjo lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Koniezko with a body punch. A glancing blow. Koniezko tries a low kick but Anjo avoids it. Nice sprawl there from Anjo as Koniezko shoots in. Anjo displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Anjo misses with a wild body shot. Anjo misses with the combination.
#T2##CL2# Koniezko takes the fight into the clinch. Koniezko tries to pull guard but Anjo forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Kakihara Anjo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sascha Koniezko. Koniezko stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#BC2# Koniezko's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Koniezko clinches up against the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Anjo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2# Koniezko decides to pull guard. Anjo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Koniezko on the ground.#ES2# Koniezko scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Anjo cracks Koniezko with a right hand to the side of the head.#T3# Anjo thuds his right hand into Koniezko's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Anjo lands a glancing blow to the side of Koniezko's head. Koniezko shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Anjo counters with a lovely shot to the body. Anjo throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Koniezko throws a combination that misses and Anjo counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2# Koniezko has closed the distance and engaged Anjo in a clinch.
Koniezko keeps control of Anjo as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Anjo wants to break free but Koniezko has control.
Anjo tries to circle away but Koniezko has him pinned against the cage. Anjo taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#BC2# Koniezko breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Anjo gets tackled into the cage by Koniezko. Koniezko maintains the clinch. #T4# Koniezko is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Anjo to keep the fight standing.#TD2# Koniezko pulls Anjo into guard.
#ES2# Koniezko is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Anjo presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Anjo is looking to break free of the clinch but Koniezko has double underhooks. A frustrated look appears on Anjo's face as he tries to break the clinch. #TD2# Koniezko successfully pulls guard.
Koniezko tries to land a sweep but no joy. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Koniezko controlling Anjo's posture. Koniezko wants to sweep here but Anjo controlling him for the moment. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Kakihara Anjo dominated that second round. That's time! Anjo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round! #R3##CL2# Koniezko forces Anjo back against the cage and clinches. Anjo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Anjo can't break the clinch.
Koniezko fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Koniezko scores with a nice hook to the head.#TD2# Koniezko manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Koniezko seems keen to control Anjo's posture. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Koniezko is continuing to stall.#T1# Koniezko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Anjo is one step ahead there. Koniezko keeps trying to improve his position.#ES2# Koniezko is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Anjo presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD2# Koniezko jumps into guard, dragging Anjo to the mat.
Anjo won't allow Koniezko to sweep him here. Anjo throws a big elbow that misses. #ES2# Koniezko pushes Anjo off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. Kakihara Anjo is winning the standup battle so far.#T2# Anjo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Anjo just misses with a punch to the body.
Koniezko shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Anjo defends it nicely. Anjo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Koniezko drops his hands momentarily and Anjo takes advantage with a crisp shot 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! Anjo throws a right hand that Koniezko ducks under and follows up with a left that Koniezko also avoids with ease.#CL2# Koniezko rushes Anjo and presses him up against the cage.#TD2# Koniezko jumps guard.
Koniezko keeping moving, preventing Anjo from controlling successfully. Anjo looking to sit in guard and control but Koniezko gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3##SU2# Koniezko stands up from Anjo's guard - Koniezko perhaps looking for a knockout. Koniezko avoids a punch combination nicely.
Anjo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Anjo cracks Koniezko with a right hand to the side of the head. Anjo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. A combination from Anjo does no damage. Koniezko moves forwards but Anjo connects with a nice, crisp jab. Anjo scores with a nice strike. Kakihara Anjo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Koniezko darts in and out, connecting with a jab. No joy there for Koniezko, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T4##CL2# Koniezko clinches with his opponent.
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! Anjo wants to get back to striking at distance but Koniezko won't allow it.
Anjo wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2# Koniezko breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Koniezko fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Kakihara Anjo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sascha Koniezko. Anjo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Koniezko is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Good shot there by Anjo. Sascha Koniezko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2# Koniezko closes the distance and clinches. Anjo wants to stall.
Anjo has had enough of the clinch but Koniezko keeps him there for the moment. Anjo is trying to break the clinch but Koniezko is controlling him. Koniezko throws a punch but it's blocked by Anjo.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Sascha Koniezko. I think Anjo has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28 Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28 Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kakihara Anjo! Sascha Koniezko was interviewed post fight and said 'He cheated! Check his gloves, they've got chloroform on them!'.
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Event:
RS Friday Night Fights V
Date: Sep 08, 2017 |
#R1# Nice sprawl there from Kali as Dhelan shoots in. Kali has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. No joy there for Kali, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL# Dhelan drives through and clinches with Kali against the cage.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but Kali won't allow it.
Dhelan has Kali pressed against the cage, preventing Kali from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Kali working hard to break the clinch.#TD# Dhelan has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kali uses from the top position. #SUB# Dhelan pushes a forearm under Kali's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Kali is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan! Zhan Dhelan decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 06, 2017 |
#R1# Washington throws a one two combo.
Teller looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight! Teller walks into a straight right hand from Washington. Washington connects with a body shot that sends Teller's belly button to the back. Washington stuffs the takedown attempt from Teller. Teller gets slowly back to his feet. Washington swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Teller. Washington lands with a shot to the body. Some wild striking there from Washington.
Washington works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Washington lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A lazy left from Washington finds it's target. Some bone on bone action there as Teller checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Nice body punch from Washington. #T1# Washington jabs Teller to the body, keeping him at a distance. Teller takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Leonard Washington seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Teller walks into a straight right hand from Washington.#ROC# Teller is rocked! Washington goes for a small jab and connects. Now Washington goes in closer pressing the issue. Left hook, right straight! Teller stumbles back but Washington runs in with a huge uppercut knocking Teller to the ground! What a finish! You have to wonder if Teller will ever be the same after a knockout like that.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Leonard Washington! Leonard Washington decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Dynasty 10
Date: Sep 02, 2017 |
#R1# Dufrane throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Showtime stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Showtime closes the distance but Dufrane moves to the side and Dufrane counters with a right hand to the body. Showtime moves to clinch but Dufrane breaks away and Dufrane counters with a stiff right hand. Dufrane scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Showtime closes the distance but Dufrane moves to the side and Dufrane counters with a straight right hand.#CUT# It looks like Joe Showtime has been cut. Showtime tries to grapple but his opponent circles #KD# and Dufrane counters with a right, a left and a big uppercut that drops Showtime to the mat! Dufrane runs to a neutral corner to get the count going quickly. 3,4,5,6 and Showtime is back to his feet. He seems ready to continue - the ref agrees so we're back at it! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Showtime tries to clinch up and Dufrane counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Dufrane lands a right and a left and another right! Showtime goes down! Oh, he's in big, big trouble! 3,4,5,6,7,8... he's up to one knee... 9,10! He can't beat the count - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Melvin Dufrane! A very excited looking Melvin Dufrane made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Dynasty 10
Date: Sep 02, 2017 |
#R1# Ouch! a nice leg kick from Shinhan, right into the meat.
Shinhan is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Bidness.#CUT# It looks like Tien Shinhan has been cut. Shinhan tries to grapple but his opponent circles #KD# and Bidness counters with a nice uppercut that drops Shinhan onto his backside! Shinhan bounces straight back to his feet before we have a chance to even start the count. He'll get the standing 8 count anyway before we get back underway. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! The fight stays on the outside here - Shinhan looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Bidness seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Bidness misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bidness throws a wild body kick that Shinhan sees coming a mile off. Shinhan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bidness connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Shinhan scrambles back to his feet.#ROC# Shinhan is rocked! Shinhan get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Shinhan stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the ropes but Bidness runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Quiznatod Bidness! During a confident post fight interview, Quiznatod Bidness thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
TBD#2 SHAHEN vs. DILLON
Date: Sep 02, 2017 |
#R1# Cumberbatch goes for a double leg but Marchand avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marchand continues to drive forward. Marchand lands a jab to the head.
Cumberbatch shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD# Cumberbatch feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Cumberbatch trying to control but Marchand is working from the bottom. Marchand looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Marchand had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cumberbatch defends it easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cumberbatch postures up.
Cumberbatch working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Cumberbatch definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Marchand can't keep his opponent in guard - Cumberbatch advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1# Marchand wants to get back to full guard.#SUB# Cumberbatch is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB# Cumberbatch seems to be looking for submissions.
Marchand really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Cumberbatch. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Cumberbatch trying to control from Marchand's half guard. Marchand has other ideas though and has regained full guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Cumberbatch drops back looking for a leg! Marchand is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Marchand manages to kick Cumberbatch off! Cumberbatch jumps back into Marchand's guard. #SUB2# Marchand is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2##SUB2# Marchand throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Marchand looks winded! Cumberbatch passes into half guard. #SUB# Cumberbatch is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Marchand keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Cumberbatch wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marchand keeps working. #T3##SUB# Cumberbatch is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Marchand doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cumberbatch. #SUB# Cumberbatch seems to be looking for submissions.
Cumberbatch is looking to take a break and control but Marchand is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Cumberbatch is thwarting Marchand's attempts to control the position. Cumberbatch trying to control from half guard but Marchand is working away. #T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB# Cumberbatch is looking for a kimura but Marchand is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cumberbatch to get the leverage. Cumberbatch is trying to control the action in half guard but Marchand is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB# Cumberbatch is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Marchand sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB# Cumberbatch is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Marchand sees it coming and defends easily. Marchand wants to improve his position but Cumberbatch is controlling well.
Marchand avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cumberbatch. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Marchand looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Marchand is refusing to be controlled, as Cumberbatch sits in half guard. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Benedict Cumberbatch dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Marchand misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cumberbatch.
Cumberbatch avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Cumberbatch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marchand.
Cumberbatch tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Marchand manages to circle out of the way. Marchand throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cumberbatch half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Cumberbatch is defended easily by Marchand. Marchand throws a lazy uppercut
#TD# and Cumberbatch counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Marchand! #SUB# Cumberbatch is working to tighten his grip on Marchand's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Marchand has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Cumberbatch is really squeezing tight and eventually Marchand passes out! Cumberbatch breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Benedict Cumberbatch! An out of breath Benedict Cumberbatch thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Dynasty Fight Night 5
Date: Aug 30, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# Aharon moves into the clinch. Aharon misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Aharon. #CUT2# It looks like Joey Boss has been cut. Aharon lands with a right to the head. A short left from Aharon. Aharon lands with a short head shot on the inside. Aharon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Still in the clinch, Aharon scores with a nice short uppercut. Boss blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boss wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Aharon has him pressed against the ropes. Aharon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Aharon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Boss backwards. Aharon lands a body punch. This has been an exciting period of action! Boss tries to circle away but Aharon has him pinned against the ropes. Boss has a couple of punches blocked by Aharon.
Boss definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. A short right hand to the side of the head by Aharon. Aharon swings wildly with an uppercut but Boss uses good head movement to avoid it. Aharon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Aharon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bosss head. #T1# Aharon working aggressively here.
A right hand to the body from Aharon.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Aharon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Aharon misses with a short punch on the inside. With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Aharon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC2# Boss is rocked! Boss has had enough of the clinch but Aharon keeps him there for the moment. Aharon lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A right hook to the body lands for Aharon.
Aharon lands with a short shot to the head. Aharon lands a nice uppercut. Aharon scores with a shoulder strike. Aharon swings wildly with an uppercut but Boss uses good head movement to avoid it. A short right from Aharon. Boss takes a shot to the head. Oh Boss is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! 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! Aharon lands an uppercut. Aharon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Boss seems to have got his legs back now.#T2# Boss is trying to push Aharon away but Aharon has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere. Aharon lands a left hand that snaps the head of Boss backwards. Aharon makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Aharon digs a right hand underneath Boss's ribcage. Boss let out a lung full of air as it connected. Aharon stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Boss is breathing heavily. Aharon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Aharon pushes Boss back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head. A short left from Aharon. Aharon lands on the inside with an uppercut. A head punch blocked on the inside by Boss. A right hook to the body lands for Aharon.
A nice left hand lands by Aharon.
Aharon lands a hook to the side of the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Aharon blocking some punches.
Aharon scores with a nice hook to the head. Aharon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Boss backwards. Aharon lands a body punch in the clinch. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Shahar Aharon dominated that round. The cut man is working on Joey Boss's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Boss scores with a punch to the head. Boss circles away from the clinch attempt.
Boss throwing a counter right hand but Aharon manages to avoid it. Aharon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2# Aharon closes the distance and pushes Boss back into the ropes. Shahar Aharon seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Aharon works on Boss's body with a couple of short punches. A short right from Aharon on the inside. Boss tries a knee to the head but Aharon blocks it.
Aharon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes. A right hook to the body lands for Aharon.
Aharon lands a hook that snaps the head of Boss backwards. Aharon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Aharon lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Aharon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Aharon lands a left hand.
Aharon scores with a nice hook to the head. Aharon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Boss backwards. With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Aharon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Aharon cracks Boss with a big uppercut, right up the middle and Boss goes down! Oh, he's hurt! He's bigtime hurt! The referee is giving him a chance to get back to his feet - 4,5,6,7, no, he's called it off! Boss wasn't going to make it and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Shahar Aharon! Shahar Aharon really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sully's Bar & Grill logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
The Beatdown: CHAMPIONSHIP
Date: Aug 18, 2017 |
#R1# Assadi shoots for a double leg takedown but Buckshank sprawls well. He's pushed Assadi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Assadi is looking to clinch. Assadi misses with a body shot.
Buckshank rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Assadi moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Buckshank is looking to score with low kicks. Buckshank will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Buckshank takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckshank takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Buckshank!
Assadi throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Buckshank counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. 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! Assadi closes the distance looking to clinch letting Buckshank counter with a right hand. #T1# Buckshank throws a body punch but Assadi moves out of range. Assadi blocks a leg kick. Buckshank fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Assadi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#CL2# Assadi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Assadi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#BC2# Assadi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Assadi looks for a takedown but Buckshank sprawls well. Buckshank lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#T2# Assadi tries to clinch but Buckshank moves out of range. A nice combination there by Buckshank.
#CUT# It looks like Max Assadi has been cut. Assadi tries to clinch but fails miserably and Buckshank counters with a stiff right hand. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Buckshank misses with the combination.
It seemed like Assadi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Assadi is looking to clinch. Buckshank moves into range and connects with a jab. Assadi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Buckshank catches Assadi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2# Assadi moves into the clinch successfully.
#T3# Assadi is trying to stall.
Assadi controlling the action here for a moment.
#BC2# Assadi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Buckshank connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Buckshank is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight. Buckshank lands a jab. Assadi takes one to the side of the head.
Ozamataz Buckshank seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Assadi clinches up with Buckshank and pushes him back against the cage. The referee is keeping an eye on Assadi - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#T4# Buckshank is trying to break the clinch but Assadi is controlling him. Assadi is looking to take this one to the mat. Ozamataz Buckshank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Assadi. Assadi tries to land knees in the clinch but Buckshank avoids the damage to the body. Assadi misses with a punch on the inside.
Assadi misses with a knee strike.
Assadi working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2# Assadi breaks from the clinch.
Buckshank scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Assadi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Assadi moves in looking to clinch but Buckshank pushes him off. An attempted straight right counter from Buckshank misses the target. Assadi misses with a two punch combination.
As Assadi looks to move away, Buckshank throws a big counter combo but Assadi just gets out of the way. A leg kick checked by Assadi. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Ozamataz Buckshank dominated that round. The cut man is working on Max Assadi's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Buckshank misses with a body punch
and Assadi counters with a lovely straight right hand! Buckshank avoids the body shot from Assadi.
Assadi looks to land a left hand but Buckshank moved out of range nicely. Assadi is looking to clinch but Buckshank is avoiding it.
Assadi misses with a few strikes there.
Ozamataz Buckshank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Buckshank lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Assadi at a distance.
Buckshank attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Buckshank throws out a leg kick but Assadi moves out of range and Buckshank only half commits. Assadi just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Assadi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Buckshank paws at him with a jab and circles away. Assadi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Buckshank misses with a low kick as Assadi jumps back. Buckshank misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Assadi counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1##CL2# Assadi drives through and clinches with Buckshank against the cage.
Assadi with a knee to the head.
#CUT2# It looks like Ozamataz Buckshank has been cut.#BC2# Assadi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Assadi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Buckshank. Assadi lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Buckshank connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Assadi's hands. Assadi swinging wildly here.
Ozamataz Buckshank is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Assadi wants to clinch and Buckshank counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2# Assadi closes the distance and clinches. Assadi tries a body shot but Buckshank blocks it.
#T2# Buckshank blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Assadi as Buckshank tries to tie him up. Buckshank misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2# Assadi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Assadi darts in trying to clinch and Buckshank counters with a left to the body. Buckshank cracks Assadi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Buckshank moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Assadi has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T3# Assadi slips under a jab. Assadi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL2# Assadi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Buckshank, pushing him back against the cage. Assadi has a couple of punches blocked by Buckshank.
Buckshank could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Buckshank avoiding damage as Assadi throws knees to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Assadi. Assadi scores with a knee to the head.
Buckshank wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Assadi changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Buckshank fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Buckshank scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Assadi doesn't seem bothered though. #T4# Buckshank attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Assadi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Buckshank tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Assadi was well out of range. Poor timing from Buckshank. Buckshank connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Assadi moves in looking to clinch but Buckshank pushes him off. Buckshank avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckshank swinging wildly here.
Assadi tries to clinch but Buckshank moves out of range. A combination from Buckshank does no damage. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Ozamataz Buckshank dominated that second round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Buckshank misses with the combination.
Assadi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Assadi looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Assadi is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Buckshank rather than just go for the knockout. No luck for Assadi with that takedown attempt. Buckshank throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Assadi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckshank avoids a punch combination nicely.
Buckshank swats away the attempt to clinch by Assadi. An attempted straight right counter from Buckshank misses the target.#T1# Assadi fails with a takedown attempt from distance. A quick step to the side and Buckshank tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Buckshank dodges the punch combination from Assadi.
A little feinted left hand from Buckshank on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Assadi fails in his attempt to clinch. Assadi takes one to the side of the head.
#CL2# Assadi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Buckshank, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2# Assadi manages to break the clinch.
A jab lands there for Buckshank. Buckshank throws a leg kick but Assadi sees it coming and moves out of range. A nice side step and Assadi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Buckshank lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Assadi throws a combination that misses and Buckshank counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2# Assadi is looking to clinch. Buckshank lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Assadi tries to close the distance and clinch but Buckshank swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Buckshank throws a quick counter kick to the body but Assadi avoids it. Assadi has his takedown stuffed and Buckshank counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Ozamataz Buckshank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Assadi. Assadi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Buckshank misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL2# Assadi rushes Buckshank and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. A shot in the inside from Assadi. Assadi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Assadi stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. Max Assadi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T3# Buckshank throws a head punch that misses. Buckshank takes a shot to the head. Buckshank wants to get back to striking at distance but Assadi won't allow it.
Nice body punch from Assadi - that landed with a thud.
Assadi has Buckshank pressed against the cage, preventing Buckshank from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Assadi tries to score a body lock takedown but Buckshank shows good agility there to stay on his feet. A frustrated look appears on Buckshank's face as he tries to break the clinch. Assadi working aggressively here.
Buckshank can't break the clinch.
Assadi goes for a takedown in the clinch but Buckshank prevents it.
Buckshank wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Assadi has him pressed against the cage.#T4# Assadi dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Assadi is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Assadi connects with a nasty looking knee right to Buckshank's face.
Max Assadi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Buckshank tries to circle away but Assadi has him pinned against the cage. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Buckshank wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Assadi has him pressed against the cage. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckshank wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Assadi has him pressed against the cage. Assadi lands with a right to the head. Both fighters working to control the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Ozamataz Buckshank showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Buckshank, 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 Josh West scores the fight 30:27 Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:27 Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ozamataz Buckshank!
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Event:
RS Friday Night Fights
Date: Aug 11, 2017 |
#R1# Kali throws a leg kick #TD# and McCoy counters with a shoot takedown. Kali fights it but they end up in guard. McCoy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Kali is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB# McCoy is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. McCoy is in close to Kali's body, working some short punches and elbows. McCoy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McCoy 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T1# McCoy has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. McCoy working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kali's head. Kali looking for a sweep. Not yet Kali, not yet. McCoy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Kali avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Kali looking to control.
McCoy cracks Kali with a solid left hand.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. McCoy passes Kali's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Kali is looking to improve his position.
McCoy passes to side control. McCoy looks up at the clock and then as Kali takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, McCoy smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#SUB# McCoy has hold of Kali's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Kali seems comfortable defending it but McCoy has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Kali is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Kali is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but McCoy couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). John McCoy !
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Event:
Dynasty Fight Night 2
Date: Aug 09, 2017 |
#R1# Boss lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Nice shot by James.#CUT2# It looks like Joey Boss has been cut. Boss keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from James. Boss lands a right hook to the body.
Boss swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Boss keeps James at a distance using the push kick. Boss lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. James uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boss. James is looking for the big counter here.#CL2# James forces Boss back against the ropes and clinches. James lands a nice elbow. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Boss. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. James taking a breather.#BC# Boss breaks from the clinch.
Boss is looking to land body kicks.#T1# A big right from Boss misses. #CL2# James rushes Boss and presses him up against the ropes. James looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#BC# Boss breaks the clinch.
Boss lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CUT# It looks like Adam James has been cut. James walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Boss scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. James takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boss jabbing away but nothing is landing. James now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Boss looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Boss misses with a wild body shot. James takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Boss misses with a combination
and James counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Boss pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces James back to the ropes. Boss follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. James throws a series of punches but Boss avoids them all with ease. James misses with a right hand and Boss counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Boss lands a nice looking body shot.
A shot to the liver by Boss. Beautiful body shot. Boss throws a body punch but James moves out of range. James lands a jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Boss throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Boss misses with a hook to the body
and James counters with a stiff right hand. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Joey Boss dominated that round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Boss misses with a body kick. Boss seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Boss misses with a double jab.
It seemed like James was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. A low kick from Boss is predictable there letting James counter with a right hand. A left lands for Boss. A right-left combo lands from Boss. James has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#KD# Boss scores with a jab and follows up with an uppercut that drops James to his knees! He bounces straight back to his feet but is forced to take the mandatory standing 8 count before he's allowed to continue. We're back under way and the fighters meet in the middle of the canvas to re-engage. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Boss misses with a jab, cross combination.
#CL2# James moves into the clinch.#BC2# James escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A shot to the body from Boss misses and James counters with a stiff right hand. Boss falls off balance throwing a combination
and James counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Joey Boss is winning the standup battle so far.#T1# Boss connects with a body shot that sends James's belly button to the back. Boss looks to throw a body kick and James makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. A slow jab from James misses its intended target. Boss uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by James.
An inside leg kick lands from Boss. #CL2# James has taken the fight to the clinch.
Boss prevents a body shot from James. #BC2# James breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Boss throws a lazy right hand but James sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Boss is looking to wear down James with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Boss throws a nice looking combination but James bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. It seemed like James was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Boss misses with a body shot.
#T2##CL2# James gets a clinch. #BC2# James escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
James showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Boss.
James with a nice cross. This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2# James forces Boss back against the ropes and clinches. Boss is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that James can do to turn this around? James taking a breather.#BC2# James breaks the clinch.
James ducks under a wild hook from Boss.#CL2# James rushes Boss and presses him up against the ropes. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Joey Boss will take that round after scoring the only knockdown of the round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Boss misses with a double jab.
Boss looks to land a combination. James sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Boss throws a right and a left that both miss. James throws a counter combo. Boss looks to land a combination but James avoids it well. James 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. James takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CL2# James rushes Boss and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch. James comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. James lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Boss backwards. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2# James pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Boss fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches James on the side of the head. James swings for the body but Boss moves out of range.
Boss takes one to the side of the head.
#T1# Boss misses with a few strikes there.
Danga de danga de dang - Boss scores with a four punch combination! Boss misses with a series of wild punches.
Boss throws a leg kick #CL2# and James counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by James. Boss's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2# James breaks the clinch.
Boss cracks James with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Boss misses with a double jab
and James counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2# Joey Boss's cut is getting worse. Joey Boss is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2# James moves into the clinch successfully.
#T2# Boss blocks an elbow strike. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Adam James seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2# James breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
James works over Boss's head and body with a nice combination. Adam James has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Boss misses with the combination.
James ducks right into an uppercut from Boss. James is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boss. Boss with a body punch. A glancing blow.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Joey Boss. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Boss, 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:26 Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:26 Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Boss! A very excited looking Joey Boss made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
IFC X
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1# Michael Levesque misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Moizoos flicks out a counter leg kick but Michael Levesque steps away. Moizoos lands with a nice body punch. Michael Levesque with a poor takedown enabling Moizoos to counter with a crisp jab. #TD# Michael Levesque shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Moizoos's guard. Michael Levesque content to stall in guard here. Moizoos preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Moizoos wants to stand up but Michael Levesque is controlling him. Moizoos trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Michael Levesque working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Michael Levesque 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. Michael Levesque stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Moizoos swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1# Michael Levesque with a flurry of punches that miss. Michael Levesque lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Moizoos preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Michael Levesque keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Moizoos's head. Michael Levesque throws a big right hand that misses. Michael Levesque landing some decent shots from guard. Michael Levesque is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Michael Levesque keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Moizoos's head. Moizoos can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Michael Levesque controls the pace. Michael Levesque landing with the ground and pound. #T2# Michael Levesque is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Michael Levesque accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Michael Levesque stopping the sweep attempt from Moizoos. Michael Levesque connects with a couple of short punches. Michael Levesque missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Michael Levesque missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Michael Levesque in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Michael Levesque controlling from the top position. Moizoos is trying to control the position but Michael Levesque postures up. #T3# Michael Levesque is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Michael Levesque with a nice head shot there. Michael Levesque distracts Moizoos with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Moizoos avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Michael Levesque chips away with some ground and pound. Michael Levesque works over Moizoos with some ground and pound from guard. Michael Levesque stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Moizoos swivels though and keeps the full guard. Michael Levesque postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Michael Levesque throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Michael Levesque postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Michael Levesque distracts Moizoos with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4# Michael Levesque is in close to Moizoos's body, working some short punches and elbows. Moizoos can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Michael Levesque controls the pace. Michael Levesque trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Michael Levesque is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Moizoos trying to keep a closed guard but Michael Levesque is proving a slippery customer.
Moizoos has momentary wrist control but Michael Levesque slips an elbow through the middle. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Michael Levesque scoring with some ground and pound. Moizoos can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Michael Levesque controls the pace. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Paul Michael Levesque dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Michael Levesque shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Michael Levesque shoots for a takedown but Moizoos saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Michael Levesque dodges the punch combination from Moizoos.
A big left from Moizoos misses. Moizoos throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Moizoos tries to bum rush Michael Levesque with a series of wild strikes but Michael Levesque uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Paul Michael Levesque is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Moizoos avoids the body shot from Michael Levesque.
It seemed like Moizoos was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Michael Levesque shoots in but no luck this time. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paul Michael Levesque. That's going to take a lot out of him. Michael Levesque throws a lazy head kick and Moizoos counters with a two punch combo. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Michael Levesque has his takedown stuffed#KD2# and Moizoos counters with a nice right hand that sends Michael Levesque toppling to the canvas! Michael Levesque scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Moizoos finish him?!#ROC2# Michael Levesque is rocked! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Moizoos shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Michael Levesque closes the distance and clinches up with Moizoos, looking for a takedown. Michael Levesque pushes Moizoos against the cage but Moizoos circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Moizoos avoids a kick to the body.
Moizoos unleashes a big counter combination but Michael Levesque bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Moizoos fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Michael Levesque is out of range. Michael Levesque could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T1# Michael Levesque misses with a double jab.
#TD# Michael Levesque feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Michael Levesque trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Moizoos looking to control.
Michael Levesque throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Michael Levesque's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Michael Levesque lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Michael Levesque scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Michael Levesque throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Moizoos works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Michael Levesque distracts Moizoos with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Michael Levesque sitting in guard here, content to control. Moizoos really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Michael Levesque. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Michael Levesque seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Moizoos for as long as he can get away with.#T2# Michael Levesque stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Moizoos swivels though and keeps the full guard. Moizoos has momentary wrist control but Michael Levesque slips an elbow through the middle. Michael Levesque throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Michael Levesque throws a big elbow that misses. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Michael Levesque accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Michael Levesque stands up over Moizoos, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Michael Levesque missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Michael Levesque is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Moizoos can do to turn this around? Michael Levesque working some strikes from top position.#T3# Michael Levesque is stalling in the full guard. Michael Levesque throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Moizoos works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Moizoos cracks Michael Levesque with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Moizoos has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight. Moizoos slaps away a takedown attempt from Michael Levesque, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD# Michael Levesque throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Moizoos tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Michael Levesque is in Moizoos's guard. Michael Levesque works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4# Michael Levesque with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Michael Levesque has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Nice strikes from Michael Levesque there. #SUB# Michael Levesque is looking for a kimura but Moizoos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Michael Levesque to get the leverage. Michael Levesque throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Michael Levesque is controlling the pace.
Michael Levesque landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ibrahim Moizoos 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# Michael Levesque drops his hands momentarily and Moizoos takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Michael Levesque throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Moizoos's waist but Moizoos gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Michael Levesque off to one side. Moizoos throws a jab when Michael Levesque was well out of range. Michael Levesque half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Moizoos throws a front kick aimed at Michael Levesque's knee but Michael Levesque avoids it well. Moizoos tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. A combination from Moizoos does no damage. #TD# Moizoos gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Michael Levesque lands a couple of elbows. Michael Levesque keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Moizoos's head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Michael Levesque prevents Moizoos from getting back to his feet. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Michael Levesque accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Michael Levesque postures up and lands a big shot to Moizoos's brow. #T1# Michael Levesque working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Michael Levesque is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Michael Levesque with a flurry of punches that miss. Michael Levesque sitting in guard, not really doing much. Michael Levesque passes Moizoos's right leg, so he's now in half guard. 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. Michael Levesque connects with a nice short shot to Moizoos's temple. Michael Levesque working the head and body with strikes. Michael Levesque lands strikes from half guard. Michael Levesque drops an elbow to the side of Moizoos's head. #T2# 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. Michael Levesque connects with a nice short shot to Moizoos's temple. Michael Levesque winds up and cracks Moizoos with a swinging punch to the side of the head. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Michael Levesque lands a nice short elbow. Michael Levesque lands strikes from half guard. Moizoos on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Moizoos taking some punishment here, with Michael Levesque in his half guard. Moizoos is looking for a sweep. Michael Levesque is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Paul Michael Levesque overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. 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. Michael Levesque connects with a nice short shot to Moizoos's temple. Michael Levesque scoring with strikes to the body and head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Michael Levesque works his foot free and advances to mount. Moizoos takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Michael Levesque tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3# Michael Levesque scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Michael Levesque lands a big shot there that rocks Moizoos but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Michael Levesque scoring with strikes but Moizoos is staying in there. Michael Levesque is in the full mount, landing strikes. #ROC# Moizoos is rocked! Moizoos taking shots to the head. Moizoos is still in real trouble! Can Michael Levesque finish him? Michael Levesque connects with a bit shot that sees Moizoos covering up! More strikes from Michael Levesque and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Michael Levesque is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paul Michael Levesque!
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Event:
Dynasty Fight Night 1
Date: Aug 02, 2017 |
#R1# Dufrane is looking to score with low kicks. Mousasi lands with a nice combination. Dufrane backs away looking to recover. Dufrane lands with a cross. Dufrane wants to land a leg kick but Mousasi is out of range. Dufrane catches Mousasi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Mousasi throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Mousasi is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Dufrane. Dufrane lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mousasi backs up against the ropes.
This has been an exciting period of action! Mousasi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mousasi checks a low kick from Dufrane. Mousasi tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2# Mousasi takes the fight into the clinch. Dufrane tries to break free but Mousasi pushes him back against the ropes. A frustrated look appears on Dufrane's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2# Mousasi breaks from the clinch.
#T1# Dufrane takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Dufrane pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Mousasi is looking to clinch. Dufrane swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mousasi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Dufrane uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Mousasi blocks a leg kick.#CL2# Mousasi moves into the clinch.#BC2# Mousasi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Dufrane lands with a nice combination. Mousasi backs away looking to recover. Mousasi moves in looking to clinch but Dufrane pushes him off. Mousasi throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Dufrane counters with a stiff right hand. Dufrane throws a nice looking combination but Mousasi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Dufrane throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2# Mousasi throws a sloppy head kick and Dufrane moves out of range easily. Mousasi tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Dufrane manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. The fighters circling - Mousasi throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Dufrane tests Mousasi's chin there with a solid looking shot. Nice straight punches there by Mousasi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mousasi. A right-left combo lands from Dufrane. Melvin Dufrane seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A solid body kick from Mousasi. Mousasi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Some bone on bone action there as Mousasi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Some bone on bone action there as Mousasi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Dufrane misses with a looping right. Mousasi staying out of range there. Dufrane blocks a head kick by Mousasi.
A cross from Mousasi lands. And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Melvin Dufrane dominated that round. That's time! Dufrane's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Mousasi checks a leg kick nicely.#CL2# Mousasi has closed the distance and engaged Dufrane in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Mousasi. Dufrane tries to break free but Mousasi pushes him back against the ropes. Dufrane wants to break free but Mousasi has control.
Dufrane wants to break free but Mousasi has control.
Dufrane is trying to break the clinch but Mousasi has him pressed against the ropes. Dufrane is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mousasi can do to turn this around? Dufrane is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mousasi is keeping busy. Mousasi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2# Mousasi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dufrane misses with a low kick.
Dufrane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mousasi moves away. Mousasi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dufrane.
#T1# Mousasi throws a leg kick but Dufrane checks it. Dufrane fails to land with a series of punches.
Mousasi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Mousasi checks the leg kick. Dufrane throws a shot to the body.
Mousasi is looking to clinch. Mousasi is looking to clinch but Dufrane is avoiding it.
Dufrane sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. A right-left combo lands from Dufrane. Dufrane swinging wildly here.
Dufrane throws a low kick but Mousasi moves out of range easily. Mousasi tries to clinch there but Dufrane circles away.
#T2# Mousasi throws a left and a right that both miss
and Dufrane counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Dufrane throws a leg kick but Mousasi moved away. A combination from Mousasi does no damage. Dufrane attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Dufrane lands a jab-cross combination. Mousasi checks a leg kick. Dufrane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mousasi manages to avoid it. Dufrane with a nice cross. Dufrane cracks Mousasi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes. Mousasi lands with a nice combination. Dufrane backs away looking to recover. Melvin Dufrane is winning the standup battle so far. Dufrane throws a series of punches but Mousasi avoids them all with ease. Dufrane misses with a looping right. Mousasi wants to clinch up but Dufrane keeps it at a distance. Mousasi avoids a punch combination nicely.
And that�s the end of the round � the fighters go back to their corners.
Melvin Dufrane dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Dufrane fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mousasi is looking to clinch but Dufrane is avoiding it.
Mousasi throws a nice looking combination but Dufrane bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Dufrane wants to land a leg kick but Mousasi is out of range. Dufrane checks a leg kick nicely. It looked like Dufrane was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Dufrane connects with the punch. Dufrane throws a right and a left that Mousasi avoids nicely. Melvin Dufrane is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Dufrane misses with a telegraphed body shot
#CL2# and Mousasi moves into the clinch.#BC2# Mousasi breaks the clinch.
Mousasi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dufrane. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dufrane scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Dufrane throws a hook to the side of Mousasi's head but Mousasi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2# Mousasi moves into the clinch successfully.
Dufrane trying to stall but Mousasi improves his position.
#T1# Mousasi stalling in the clinch.
#BC2# Mousasi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Mousasi moves into range and clinches up with Dufrane. Dufrane stalling in the clinch but Mousasi improves position. #BC2# Mousasi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dufrane looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Mousasi misses with the body kick and Dufrane counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2# Mousasi closes the distance and pushes Dufrane back into the ropes. Dufrane wants to break free but Mousasi has control.
#BC2# Mousasi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mousasi throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Dufrane. Dufrane scores with a jab. Dufrane scores with a hook to the body. Mousasi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T2# Dufrane lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dufrane rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mousasi moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Dufrane fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dufrane lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mousasi circles away quickly and effectively. A shot to the body from Dufrane misses #CL2# and Mousasi counters by clinching up. A hook to the body from Mousasi.
Mousasi holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Dufrane is trying to break free. Dufrane wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Dufrane wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mousasi has him pressed against the ropes. Gegard Mousasi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Mousasi lands an elbow inside that Dufrane shrugs off.
And that's the end of the fight! Melvin Dufrane showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dufrane, 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27 Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27 Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Melvin Dufrane! A very excited looking Melvin Dufrane made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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