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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 03, 2017 |
#R1# We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2# Teixeira gets a double leg takedown into Boothe's guard. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Boothe holds on and takes a little breather. Teixeira looking to pass the guard. #SUB2# Teixeira drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Boothe manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Teixeira has Boothe in his guard.#REVR##SUB2# Teixeira has an active guard here but Boothe has managed to pass into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boothe in particular looking to stall. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Teixeira wants to get back to his feet.#T1# Boothe trying to control the pace. Teixeira is trying to stand up here but Boothe is controlling him well. Boothe seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Boothe trying to mount his opponent but Teixeira defends it. Boothe performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Boothe has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Boothe passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Teixeira! Boothe controlling from mount. Teixeira wants to try and get back to his feet.#T3# Teixeira tries to buck Boothe off but Boothe takes his back! Teixeira is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Teixeira is trying to get back to his feet but Boothe has full control of the position and if anything, Teixeira has just worked his way into a worse spot. A bit of a pause in the action here. Boothe controlling the positon. I really don't envy Teixeira right now.
Boothe controls the position.#T4# Teixeira is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. Boothe controls the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Teixeira trying to get back to his feet but Boothe is in full control for now. Boothe just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Boothe dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2##TD2# A momentary lapse in concentration from Boothe enables Teixeira to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Boothe manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Boothe pulls Teixeira in close to his closed guard and prevents Teixeira from doing any damage or advancing position. Teixeira looking to pass the guard. Boothe manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Teixeira manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Boothe stays in close to Teixeira's body and controls the position. Teixeira is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1##SUB2# Teixeira looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Boothe passes into half guard.
Thomas Boothe overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Boothe content to control rather than advance. Boothe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Teixeira can do to turn this around? Teixeira wants to improve his position but Boothe is controlling well.
Boothe looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Boothe works his way into side control. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Teixeira is pushing Boothe's head away, looking to escape. Boothe manages to hold on to the position though. Boothe happy to just control the position for now. Teixeira is looking to get back to his feet here but Boothe is keeping cool and he's managed to take Teixeira's back. Boothe is riding his opponent, not letting Teixeira buck him off. #T3# Teixeira is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. Teixeira is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Boothe seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Teixeira for as long as he can get away with.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Teixeira wants to get back to his feet. Teixeira is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Teixeira wants to get back to his feet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Boothe biding his time, looking for the opening.
Boothe is hanging on to Teixeira's back as he tries to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Boothe dominated that second round. 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##TD2# Teixeira shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Boothe's guard. Boothe controlling the position.#SUB2# Teixeira postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Boothe is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Teixeira, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2# Teixeira looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Boothe has picked Teixeira up and slammed him! Teixeira can't keep hold of the triangle and Boothe manages to pass to side control! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Teixeira is pushing Boothe's head away, looking to escape. Boothe manages to hold on to the position though. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Boothe has knee on belly and moves into mount. Boothe controlling the pace for now. #T1# Boothe continues to stall. More hug and hope from Boothe. Boothe won't let Teixeira get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. Boothe seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Teixeira is holding on tight.
Teixeira trying desperately to get to his feet.
#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Boothe takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Teixeira is trying to stand. Teixeira is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T3# Teixeira reaches up to try and control the position but Boothe seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Teixeira rolls and tries to escape and now Boothe has his back!
Teixeira is trying to stand back up. Boothe is riding his opponent, not letting Teixeira buck him off. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Teixeira is trying to stand back up. Boothe controlling from the back. Teixeira trying to get back to his feet but Boothe is in full control for now. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Boothe trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Teixeira doesn't escape. Pulover Teixeira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Thomas Boothe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
And that's the end of the fight! Thomas Boothe showed his dominance in that final round. Well Boothe 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27 Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27 Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Boothe! Thomas Boothe decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
TGC 1
Date: Apr 29, 2017 |
#R1# Tenaganjo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nobrainer. A thudding body kick lands there by Nobrainer!
A decent looking cross lands there for Nobrainer. Tenaganjo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nobrainer. Nobrainer obviously looking to wear him down.
Tenaganjo throws a right and a left that both miss. Nobrainer lands a leg kick that knocks Tenaganjo off balance momentarily. Nobrainer explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Nobrainer delivers a nice body kick. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tenaganjo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Nobrainer - the referee stops the clock and Tenaganjo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Nobrainer. Tenaganjo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tenaganjo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Nobrainer - the referee stops the clock and Tenaganjo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Nobrainer. Tenaganjo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! A solid body kick from Nobrainer. Tenaganjo looks winded! A head kick from Nobrainer lands but Tenaganjo takes it in his stride. Nobrainer delivers a nice body kick.#T1# Nobrainer throws a front kick that sends Tenaganjo stumbling back into the cage. Tenaganjo takes one to the chin there. Nobrainer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Good leg kick by Nobrainer there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A solid leg kick lands there for Nobrainer.
Tenaganjo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nobrainer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Nice body kick there by Nobrainer. A cross from Nobrainer lands. Crunch! Nobrainer slams his shin into Tenaganjo's torso. Nobrainer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A punch lands to the side of Tenaganjo 's head but he takes it in his stride.#ROC# Tenaganjo is rocked! Tenaganjo has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Nobrainer. BAM! Nobrainer delivers a spinning backfist that drops Tenaganjo like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Dewey Nobrainer! Dewey Nobrainer made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Class dismissed! '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 23, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Scoville drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Scoville scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Page to see if he's OK. Scoville controlling the position. #SUB# Scoville is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Page has escaped the position, nice work there. Scoville has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Page! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Scoville controlling from the full mount. Scoville scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Page?
#T1# Scoville controlling his opponent. #SUB# Scoville has control of Page's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Page regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Scoville lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#T2##SUB# Scoville looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. Page really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Scoville. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Page wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Scoville lands a big shot there that rocks Page but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#CUT# It looks like Michael Page has been cut.#SUB# Scoville has control of Page's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Page regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Page's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. Scoville controlling from the full mount. #T3# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Scoville has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Page tries to buck Scoville off but he can't manage it. Scoville lands a couple of good shots and Page has given up his back, trying to escape the position! So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#SUB# Scoville has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Page is in real trouble here. Scoville gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Page is tapping out! Scoville wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Johnny Scoville! Johnny Scoville was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 18, 2017 |
#R1# Tenaganjo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tenaganjo there as he acknowledges the shot.#CL2# Brown moves into the clinch. Brown struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenaganjo controls his hands.
Brown lands a body punch. Brown struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenaganjo controls his hands.
Tenaganjo is trying to break the clinch but Brown is controlling him. Brown keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tenaganjo's efforts to push away. Tenaganjo wants a takedown but no success here.
Brown misses with a knee to the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Brown digs a right hand into Tenaganjo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tenaganjo's gas tank. Brown misses with the head strike.
Brown throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tenaganjos head. A short uppercut from Brown. Tenaganjo blocks a body shot from Brown. #T1# Brown tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenaganjo's elbow. Brown blocking some punches.
Tenaganjo avoids a wild elbow strike from Brown. Brown displaying some good clinch control by pressing Tenaganjo up against the cage. The referee calls for Brown to work.
Brown softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Stalling in the clinch from Brown.
Tenaganjo misses with an elbow strike.
Brown lands a nice shot to the body. Tenaganjo has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Brown is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T2# Brown tries a knee to the head but Tenaganjo blocks it.
Brown misses with a shot to the kidneys.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Brown creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Brown looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. A right handed body shot lands from Brown.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Brown takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Brown scores with a hook to the body. Tenaganjo is breathing heavily. Brown lands a body punch in the clinch. Tenaganjo blocks the elbow strike.
Brown lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Brown lands a left hand.
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! Brown lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tenaganjo or not. Brown lands with a light punch inside. #T3# Nice body punch from Brown. A left hand lands to the body for Brown.
Brown lands a left hand.
A short left from Brown. Brown makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Brown scores with a shot to the side of Tenaganjo's head. #ROC2# Tenaganjo is rocked! Brown dips a shoulder and cracks Tenaganjo with a mighty uppercut! Tenaganjo falls back against the cage and Brown unloads with a barrage of strikes! Tenaganjo is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Brown screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Morris Brown! Morris Brown took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, ON TAP 160Q Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 18, 2017 |
#R1# White fails to land with a series of punches.
#CL2# White closes the distance and clinches. White blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Page tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and White avoids it.#BC2# White pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Page tries to clinch but White moves out of range. White throws out a counter right but Page avoids it with no problem. Page misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Michael Page seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Page is looking to clinch. White keeps the fight on the outside. White looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Page is fending him off so far but White persists. Nope, Page circles away and we're back to standing. A big left from Page misses. White tries to score a power double leg takedown but Page sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten White somewhat. Page tried to counter with a leg kick but White avoided it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. White tries to close the distance and clinch up but Page swats him away and circles back towards the center. Page fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and White has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Page wants to clinch.#T1##TD2# White shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Page napping and manages to drive through into side control! Page is trying to buck White off.#SUB2# White thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Page gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T2# White with the ground and pound from mount. #SUB2# White working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. Page squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
White controlling the pace for now. White looking to finish Page with some ground and pound. This is bad for Page! This has been an exciting period of action! BOOM! White connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#T3# Page has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# White is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Page taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from White.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Chris White!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 18, 2017 |
#R1# We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight. Teixeira looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Boothe feinted with a counter takedown. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world. Teixeira tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boothe was well out of range. Poor timing from Teixeira. Boothe half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD2# Teixeira drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Boothe regains half guard. Teixeira not landing any meaningful shots this time. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Teixeira is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Boothe is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Teixeira's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Teixeira's back! Teixeira looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. Teixeira is in bad spot here.
#T1# Teixeira is trying to get back to his feet but Boothe has full control of the position and if anything, Teixeira has just worked his way into a worse spot. Teixeira is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Boothe.
Boothe'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.#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Boothe is hanging on to Teixeira's back as he tries to escape.
Teixeira is still trying to improve position. Boothe gets his hands free as Teixeira looks to control. You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Teixeira is trying to break free.
#T3# You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Teixeira is trying to stand back up. Boothe is riding his opponent, not letting Teixeira buck him off. Teixeira wants to get back to his feet. What can Teixeira do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Teixeira trying to get back to his feet but Boothe is in full control for now. Good control from Boothe. Teixeira trying to get back to his feet but Boothe is in full control for now. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Boothe controls the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Boothe dominated that round. That's time! Boothe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Teixeira throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2# Teixeira shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Boothe managing to control the position. #SUB2# Teixeira is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Boothe is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Boothe has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR# Boothe stands and throws Teixeira's legs to the side, diving into side control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Boothe prevents Teixeira from escaping the position.#T1# Boothe controlling from side mount. Further stalling from Boothe. If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Boothe is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Teixeira is trying to buck Boothe off. Boothe controlling the position. Boothe moves into full mount! #T3# Boothe is trying to take his opponent's back.
Boothe takes Teixeira's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Teixeira is in trouble. Boothe is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. Teixeira is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Boothe controlling the position well here. Teixeira rolled but Boothe kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Teixeira tries to break free.
Teixeira trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Teixeira is trying to stand back up. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Boothe dominated that second round. That's time! Boothe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3##TD2# Boothe gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Teixeira to score an easy takedown into full guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Boothe managing to control the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Teixeira looking to pass the guard. Thomas Boothe overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Boothe 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# Boothe content to control rather than advance. #SUB2# Teixeira looking for a kimura from the bottom but Boothe passes into side control! Boothe takes a little break here. Teixeira wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Teixeira tries to escape but Boothe is in control. Boothe taking a breather here. Teixeira is trying to get back to his feet. Boothe gets to mount! Teixeira was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Boothe looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3# Boothe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Teixeira can do to turn this around? Teixeira has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever. Teixeira trying to get back to his feet but Boothe is in full control for now. Teixeira tries to roll but Boothe sticks to his back.
Boothe controlling from the back.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Pulover Teixeira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Thomas Boothe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Teixeira is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that's the end of the fight! Thomas Boothe showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Boothe, 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:27 Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:27 Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Boothe! Thomas Boothe decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 13, 2017 |
#R1# Page wants to clinch up but White keeps it at a distance. White throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Page's waist but Page gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing White off to one side. Page moves in looking to clinch but White pushes him off. White with the counter takedown but Page avoids it easily.#CL2# White closes the distance and clinches. White is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. A nice right hand lands inside from Page. Page will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning White up against the cage. White is working for takedown but Page is calmly controlling the position for now. Michael Page has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris White. Page misses with a knee to the head. Page misses with an elbow over the top. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Page is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. White is defending well for now. White jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Page walks away with a smile on his face. White gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. White throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Page's waist but Page gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing White off to one side. Page tries to clinch but White moves out of range. White wants to clinch.#T1##CL# Page drives through and clinches with White against the cage.
Page prevents White from breaking the clinch.#TD2# White manages to pull guard.
White pulls Page in close to his closed guard and prevents Page from doing any damage or advancing position. White has a closed guard, preventing Page from standing up. White has control of Page's left arm, preventing Page from doing any damage. #T2# White tries to land a sweep but no joy. Page wants to stand but White has a closed guard, so he can't escape. Page won't allow White to sweep him here. Page is looking to stand up but White won't let him. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Horrible takedown attempt by White or perhaps it was just good defense by Page, which made it look bad. Page appears to be looking for a big counter. Page tries to clinch there but White circles away.
White keeps the fight on the outside.#CL# Page takes the fight into the clinch. Page scores a nice knee to the body.
#T3# Page missing with knees to the body.
White goes for a takedown attempt but Page pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Page throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nice takedown defense from Page. No joy for White on that attempt. #CL# White gets tackled into the cage by Page. Page maintains the clinch. Page prevents a takedown attempt there.
#BC2# White breaks from the clinch.
White tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. White shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Page defends it nicely.#T4# Page tries to clinch there but White circles away.
Page tries to clinch but White moves out of range. Page throws a head kick but White moves out of range.
White looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Page is fending him off so far but White persists. Nope, Page circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2# Page gets tackled into the cage by White. White maintains the clinch. Page is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Page tries to land knees in the clinch but White avoids the damage to the body. Page with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Page misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Knees in the clinch landing for Page.
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! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Page has a couple of punches blocked by White.
#TD2# White gets control of Page's arms and successfully pulls guard. White will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. White not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Page dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Page cracks White with an open hand slap. White shoots in looking for a takedown but Page manages to keep the fight standing, pushing White's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. White swats away the attempt to clinch by Page. Page wants to clinch up but White keeps it at a distance. White drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Page defends it well. The fight stays on the outside here - White looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Page wants to clinch but White slips to the side and White counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Page tries to clinch but White is having none of it. White wants to counter with a clinch but Page pushes him away.#TD2# White scores with a takedown into Page's guard. Page wants to stand but White is controlling the position. White controlling from the top position. #T1##SUB2# White thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Page is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. White cracks Page with a solid left hand. White engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. White is standing up over Page. Page looks to escape but White dives into side control.
#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Page is trying to get back to his feet. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# White is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Page is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. White is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #SU2# White decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T3# White just misses with a punch to the body.
Page tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. White lands with a kick to the temple. Page shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" White blocks a head kick by Page.
White fails with a takedown attempt. Page connects with an inside leg kick.#CL# Page has closed the distance and engaged White in a clinch.
#TD2# White gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Page regains guard.
White landing with the ground and pound. #SU2# White gets to his feet - Page follows without any prompting. #T4# Page tries to close the distance and clinch but White swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. White tries to score a power double leg takedown but Page sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten White somewhat. It looked like Page was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Michael Page has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris White. Page fails in his attempt to clinch. White shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. White is breathing heavily. 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! Page tries to close the distance and clinch but White swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL# Page forces White back against the cage and clinches. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Page working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. White tries to pull guard but Page forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Page is trying to maintain a safe position but White gets an underhook and turns Page into the cage. White blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chris White showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Page tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. White manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. White unleashes a big counter combination but Page bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Page throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Michael Page is winning the standup battle so far. No luck for White with that takedown attempt. Page pulls out of a head kick attempt.
White lands a body shot.
Page leaves White with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Page is looking to take this fight into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Page is looking to clinch but White is avoiding it.
Page tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but White paws at him with a jab and circles away. White unleashes a big counter combination but Page bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. No luck with that takedown attempt from White. Michael Page has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris White. White looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1# Page tries to clinch there but White circles away.
White shoots in for a takedown but Page shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Page tried to counter with a leg kick but White avoided it. Michael Page is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. White takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Page tries to clinch up but White circles away and keeps his distance.#CL# Page fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with White, pushing him back against the cage. Page tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and White avoids it. Come on Page - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Page misses with a short punch on the inside. Page with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Page tries a knee to the head but White blocks it.
White goes for a takedown in the clinch but Page prevents it.
White tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Page smiles and moves away.
#T2##CL# Page has taken the fight to the clinch.
White tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Page just stands there and leans against the cage. White tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
White wants to get back to striking at distance but Page won't allow it.
Page lands an elbow inside. Page looking to slow down the pace here. Page scores a nice knee to the body.
Page lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
White is trying to pull guard but Page has him pressed against the cage. Page using the Thai plumb to throw knees but White has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
White is looking to break free of the clinch but Page has double underhooks. #T3# White being controlled against the cage. White tries to pull guard but Page won't allow it.
Page scores with a shot to the side of White's head. #TD2# White manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Page wants to stand but White has a closed guard, so he can't escape. White has control of Page's left arm, preventing Page from doing any damage. #T4##SUB2# White working for a triangle but Page defends it easily.
#ES2# White kicks Page off and gets to his feet. An inside leg kick lands from Page. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. White misses with a wild body shot. White is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Page moves in looking to clinch but White pushes him off.
And that's the end of the fight! Michael Page showed his dominance in that final round. I think Page 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 John Roberts scores the fight 29:28 Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28 Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Page!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 13, 2017 |
#R1# Rivera shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Balerina but Balerina pushes him off and we're back to square one. Balerina seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Rivera shoots in for a double leg but Balerina sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Rivera shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Balerina pinned against the cage. Balerina gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Stjepan Balerina has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mountain Rivera. Balerina shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rivera as he avoids it easily. Rivera now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Rivera fails with a takedown attempt. Balerina went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Balerina definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Rivera. #T1# Rivera in side control, throwing shots but Balerina defends. Rivera throwing strikes but missing, from side control. Balerina tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Balerina tries to hold on but Rivera pushes him away. Balerina is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Balerina is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Balerina on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Balerina tries to get out of the position. Rivera working away from the top, dropping strikes. Rivera throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage. Rivera controlling from mount. #SUB2# Rivera jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Balerina manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T2# Rivera throws an elbow but Balerina slips to the side and avoids it well. Rivera controls the position. #SUB2# Rivera goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Balerina has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Rivera but great work by Balerina. Rivera is trying to control Balerina's posture but Balerina avoids it. Balerina looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Rivera is avoiding damage well.
Balerina throwing shots but missing, from side control. Rivera sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Rivera trying to control here.
Balerina working the head and body with strikes. #T3# Balerina throws a strike but Rivera avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Rivera throwing rabbit punches from the bottom - showing the judges that he's keeping busy. Rivera is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB# Balerina is looking to escape.#SUB2# Balerina is defending against the submission attempts here by Rivera.
Rivera takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Rivera has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Nice strikes from Rivera there. Rivera is pressing down on Balerina's thigh, looking to free his foot. Balerina is holding on for now. #T4# Balerina avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Rivera. Balerina tries to get to full guard but Rivera has control of the leg. Rivera scoring with strikes to the body and head. Balerina avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Rivera. Rivera lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Balerina is breathing heavily. Rivera not doing much here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Rivera has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mountain Rivera dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# No luck with that takedown attempt from Rivera. #CL2# Rivera instigates a clinch. Balerina tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rivera smiles and moves away.
Rivera fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Balerina was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Rivera has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Rivera looks for a takedown but Balerina sprawls well. Balerina drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rivera sprawls and moves away. Stjepan Balerina has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mountain Rivera.#TD# Balerina is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rivera's half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Rivera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Balerina looks to score some points with some ground and pound. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Balerina thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2# Rivera is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Balerina is tapping! Great win for Rivera!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mountain Rivera! In his post fight interview, Mountain Rivera started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
The Island Season 6, 265 lbs, Round 2
Date: Apr 10, 2017 |
#R1# Bickle lands a slapping body shot.
Bickle tests Balerina's chin there with a solid looking shot. Balerina on the wrong end of a nice jab.#KD# Bickle cracks Balerina with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Balerina looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Bickle finish him?
Balerina looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Bickle cracks a nice hook into Balerina's ribs. Bickle scores with a nice right hand.
Bickle digs a good body shot into Balerina's ribs. Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Bickle! Balerina is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Travis Bickle! Post fight, Travis Bickle stared into the camera and said 'i'm gonna clean these streets'.
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Event:
The Island Season 6, 265 lbs, Round 1
Date: Apr 09, 2017 |
#R1# Ellis stuffs the takedown attempt from Balerina. Balerina gets slowly back to his feet. Ellis throws a nice outside leg kick. Ellis lands a leg kick that knocks Balerina off balance momentarily. Balerina has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ellis.#TD# Balerina looking to score a takedown here. Ellis is defending well but Balerina drives through and ends up in Ellis's guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Balerina advances position into side control! Balerina working away. Balerina works to advance to full mount. Ellis defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Ellis wants to hold on but Balerina pushes him away.#T1# Balerina lands a big shot there that rocks Ellis but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#CUT# It looks like Jackson Ellis has been cut. Balerina with the ground and pound from mount. Poor strikes thrown by Balerina there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Balerina scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Ellis?
Ellis tries to hold on but Balerina pushes him away. Balerina punching from mount but Ellis doing a good job of avoiding damage. Balerina lands a big elbow. Balerina lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#ROC# Ellis is rocked!#CUT# That has opened up Jackson Ellis's cut even more.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Jackson Ellis's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Stjepan Balerina!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 09, 2017 |
#R1# Page throws a head kick that misses. Mercy tries to counter with a takedown but Page is quick to defend against it. Mercy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Page as he avoids it easily. Page defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mercy . Mercy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Page counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wylan Mercy . That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Page moves into the clinch. Page throws an elbow that misses.
Mercy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Mercy wants to break free but Page has control.
Mercy is looking to break free of the clinch but Page has double underhooks. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Page prevents a takedown attempt there.
Mercy stalling.
Page tries to throw a body punch but Mercy avoids it by throwing Page back against the cage. #T1# Mercy throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Page looking to slow down the pace here. Page is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mercy is defending well for now. Mercy being controlled against the cage.#TD# Mercy manages to pull guard.
Mercy has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SU2# Page gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. Page looks winded! Page tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mercy swats him away and circles back towards the center. Michael Page seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Page is looking to clinch. Page throws a head kick that misses. #TD# Mercy shoots in and gets a takedown into Page's guard.#T2# Mercy scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Mercy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Mercy stands up over Page, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SU# Mercy gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. Page tries to clinch up.#CL# Mercy has Page up against the cage in a clinch.
Page tries to stall but Mercy uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#BC# Mercy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL# Mercy clinches up against the cage.#T3# Mercy misses with a knee to the head. #TD# Mercy wants the takedown. Page is fighting it off but Mercy persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Page's guard against the cage. Page is looking to stand back up but Mercy counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Page. #REVB# Mercy stalling. Mercy passes to full mount! Mercy with shots to the head and body - Page looks very uncomfortable down there. #T4##SU# Mercy is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet! Mercy fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Mercy shoots in for a double leg but Page sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Page wants to clinch up but Mercy keeps it at a distance. Mercy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #TD# Mercy shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Mercy was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Page wants to get back to his feet but Mercy drags him back down. Page is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first. Mercy moves into full mount! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wylan Mercy dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2##TD# Mercy looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Page wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Mercy manages to pass to side control. Wylan Mercy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Page pushes Mercy off looking to stand but Mercy dives back in and keeps control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mercy stalling. Page is breathing heavily. Mercy seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Page for as long as he can get away with.#T1##SU# Mercy decides to stand up. Mercy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Good shot there by Mercy . No luck with that takedown attempt from Mercy . Page feints a counter leg kick. Mercy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Page's waist but Page gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mercy off to one side. #CL2# Page drives through and clinches with Mercy against the cage.
Mercy is looking to break free of the clinch but Page has double underhooks. Page is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Page letting Mercy take a breather here.#T2# Mercy takes a knee to the side of the body. Page with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Mercy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Page walks away with a smile on his face. Mercy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wylan Mercy . That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL# Mercy has Page up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC# Mercy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Page. Mercy does a little dance to reset his feet. Mercy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Page can do to turn this around? Page looks to score with a jab to the body but Mercy is just out of range. Mercy is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Mercy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Page as he avoids it easily. Mercy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mercy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T3##CL2# Page has Mercy up against the cage in a clinch.
Page tries to stall but Mercy uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Page trying to control the position but instead, Mercy has worked for underhooks and has pushed Page into the cage. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Mercy takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #BC# Mercy 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Page is looking to clinch. It looked like Mercy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Page. Wylan Mercy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Mercy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T4# Page tries to clinch there but Mercy circles away.
Mercy throws a head kick that misses. A slapping body kick lands there for Page. Page displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mercy throws out the jab. #CL2# Page fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mercy , pushing him back against the cage. Page gets underhooks to prevent Mercy 's takedown attempt.
Page pressing his opponent against the cage. #TD# Page is fighting off a takedown attempt but Mercy is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Page to the mat. Page regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mercy controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB# Mercy 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. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wylan Mercy dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3##TD# Mercy gets a double leg takedown into Page's guard. Page really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mercy . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Mercy content to stall in guard here. Mercy stands up over Page, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mercy lands a couple of elbows. Mercy is stalling in the full guard. Mercy '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. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Page can't keep his opponent in guard - Mercy advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB# Page is defending against the submission attempts here by Mercy .
Mercy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T2# Page pushes Mercy off looking to stand but Mercy dives back in and keeps control.
#SU# Mercy decides to return to a standing position. #CL# Mercy has Page up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD# Mercy pulls guard. #SUB# Mercy has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Page should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Mercy has tightened it up now! Page should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Wylan Mercy !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 07, 2017 |
#R1# Nobrainer goes for a high kick. It partially lands. A cross from Nobrainer lands. We've been hearing reports that Nobrainer has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Balerina fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nobrainer avoids it really well and circles away. Nobrainer lands a jab. Nobrainer lands a nice looking kick to the body. Balerina takes a step back to recover. Balerina fails with a takedown attempt from distance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Balerina got wobbled bad by a big combination! Nobrainer presses forward with punches and knees until Balerina stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Balerina closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dewey Nobrainer! Dewey Nobrainer took some time post fight to say the following; 'Class dismissed! '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 06, 2017 |
#R1# Nicholson throws the left hand but Page avoids the punch easily. Page throws a counter high kick but Nicholson was just alert enough to avoid it.#CL# Page fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nicholson , pushing him back against the cage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nicholson . Page landing knees to the head.
Nicholson has a couple of punches blocked by Page.
Page gets underhooks to prevent Nicholson 's takedown attempt.
A short right from Nicholson on the inside. Nicholson misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicholson takes a knee right on the jaw!
Nicholson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Nicholson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Page blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Nicholson working aggressively here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Nicholson as Page tries to tie him up. Nicholson misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicholson misses with a hook from the clinch. Nicholson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T1# Good anti-grappling being displayed by Nicholson as Page tries to tie him up. A head punch blocked on the inside by Nicholson . #TD2# Nicholson turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Page is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. Nicholson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Check out the look on Nicholson 's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
The crowd goes nuts as Nicholson knocks Page out cold with a massive hammerfist! Nicholson Jumps to his feet and climbs on top of the cage to celebrate with the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Robert Nicholson !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 04, 2017 |
#R1##CL# Batman pushes Balerina up against the cage in a clinch. Batman lands a right hand that snaps the head of Balerina backwards. Batman digs a right hand into Balerina's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Balerina's gas tank. A short right from Batman on the inside. Batman with a knee to the head.
#CUT# It looks like Stjepan Balerina has been cut. Balerina takes a shot to the head. #TD2# Balerina pulls guard successfully.
Batman would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. Batman controlling from the top position. Batman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Batman wants to control from the top but Balerina keeps moving. #SU# Batman stands up from Balerina's guard - Batman perhaps looking for a knockout. #T1##CL# Batman has taken the fight to the clinch.
Batman really is a fat lump. Balerina tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Batman smiles and moves away.
#CL# Batman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Balerina, pushing him back against the cage. Batman works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Batman lands a hook that snaps the head of Balerina backwards. Batman scores with a nice hook to the head. Batman crunches a lovely knee into Balerina's ribcage. Balerina looks winded! Batman lands a right hand that snaps the head of Balerina backwards. Batman creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Balerina's defenses. Batman lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. A short body shot lands from Batman as the two fighters clinch.
Batman unloads a knee to the mid-section. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Batman scores with a knee to the head.
#T2# Batman presses Balerina against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Batman crunches a lovely knee into Balerina's ribcage. Batman lands a good knee to the midsection. Balerina won't want to take too many of those. Batman lands a left hand.
Batman lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Batman misses with a body punch.
Batman lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. A short right from Batman on the inside. Batman misses with a body punch.
Batman lands an elbow inside. Balerina takes a knee to the side of the body. Batman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Balerina backwards. Batman using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Batman lands a body punch. Batman landing knees to the body.
Batman landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Still in the clinch, Batman scores with a nice short uppercut. Batman landing knees to the body.
Knees to the body from Batman.
Batman crunches a lovely knee into Balerina's ribcage.#T3# Knees in the clinch landing for Batman.
A short left from Batman. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Batman obliges. Balerina takes an elbow to the forehead. Batman can't find room to land a body shot as Balerina controls the action.
Batman can't find room to land a body shot as Balerina controls the action.
Batman struggles to land a body shot inside as Balerina controls his hands.
Batman landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Batman presses Balerina against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Batman lands an elbow inside that Balerina shrugs off. Batman crunches a lovely knee into Balerina's ribcage. Batman lands a damaging elbow. Balerina is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Batman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Balerina takes an elbow to the temple. A nice right hand lands inside from Batman. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Batman crunches a lovely knee into Balerina's ribcage. Balerina takes an elbow to the temple. Batman misses with a knee strike.
Batman lands an uppercut. Balerina looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T4# Batman crunches a lovely knee into Balerina's ribcage. Batman scores with a knee to the head.
Batman is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Batman lands an elbow inside that Balerina shrugs off. Batman working some nice short punches in the clinch. Batman tries a knee to the head but Balerina blocks it.
Balerina tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Batman smiles and moves away.
Alexee Batman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stjepan Balerina.#CL# Batman pushes Balerina up against the cage in a clinch. Batman lands a nice elbow. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Batman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Batman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Batman unloads a knee to the mid-section. Balerina lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Batman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Balerina is defending well for now. Batman tries to work over Balerina's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexee Batman dominated that round. The cut man is working on Stjepan Balerina's cut. That's time! Batman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Batman tries to clinch up. Despite the aggression on Balerina's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Alexee Batman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Batman digs a good hook to Balerina's body.
Batman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Balerina throws a counter combo. Batman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Batman scores with a crisp jab that stopped Balerina in his tracks. Batman lands with a right hand. Batman closes the distance but Balerina moves to the side #TD2# and Balerina counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Batman! Balerina throws a strike aimed at the side of Batman's head but Batman avoids it well. Balerina is breathing heavily. Balerina trying to control the action but Batman is working from the bottom. Balerina working the head and body with strikes. #T1# Balerina wants to control for a moment but Batman uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. Balerina wants to pass the guard but Batman is defending well. Batman moves into full guard.
Balerina is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Balerina postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Batman is on top in guard.
#REVR# Batman stays in close to Balerina's body and controls the position. #T2# Balerina wants to stand but Batman is controlling the position. Batman's corner is telling him to maintain position. Batman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Batman won't allow Balerina to get back to his feet. Batman advances position into side control! Batman wants to control but Balerina is keeping him busy. Balerina wants to get back to his feet.#T3# A lull in the action here as Batman stalls from top position. Batman creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Balerina sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Balerina is not content to let Batman control the position. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Balerina darts in looking for a takedown but Batman gets double underhooks and turns Balerina into the cage. Batman moves in looking to clinch but Balerina pushes him off. Balerina throws out a counter right but Batman avoids it with no problem. Balerina shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Batman but Batman pushes him off and we're back to square one. Batman throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Balerina swats away the attempt to clinch by Batman. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Good leg kick by Batman there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexee Batman dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Stjepan Balerina's cut. That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3##CL# Batman gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Batman tries to work over Balerina's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Alexee Batman has scored more points in the clinch so far. Balerina wants a takedown.
Balerina goes for a takedown attempt but Batman pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Balerina showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Batman.
Balerina misses with a takedown attempt - Batman sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Alexee Batman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stjepan Balerina. Balerina takes a shot right to the bread basket. Balerina takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Batman connects with a good right hand that stumbles Balerina. Balerina circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Batman lands a jab to the nose.#CL# Batman moves into the clinch successfully.
#T1# Batman scores a nice knee to the body.
Knees to the body from Batman.
Batman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Batman lands an elbow inside. Batman scores a nice knee to the body.
Batman lands a nice elbow. Balerina takes a knee to the side of the body. Batman landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Batman utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Batman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Balerina can do to turn this around? Batman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Batman. Batman lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Batman with a knee to the head.
Batman lands a damaging elbow. Batman presses Balerina against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Balerina is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Batman pulls him back up using the underhooks. Balerina drops down looking for an ankle pick but Batman pulls his leg out and moves away.
Alexee Batman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2##CL# Batman gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. A short right hand to the side of the head by Batman. Batman gets underhooks to prevent Balerina's takedown attempt.
Batman lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Balerina or not. Batman lands a damaging elbow. Batman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Batman scores with a knee to the head.
Batman using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Batman landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Knees in the clinch landing for Batman.
Batman working Balerina over with knees to the body. Batman putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Balerina in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Batman lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Batman misses with a body punch.
#T3# Batman putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Balerina in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Batman cracks Balerina with a nice body shot. Batman crunches a lovely knee into Balerina's ribcage.#TD2# Balerina pulls guard effortlessly. Batman throwing strikes but missing. Batman stands and throws Balerina's legs to the side, diving into side control. Balerina wants to control but Batman postures up. Alexee Batman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Batman misses with the ground and pound. Batman takes a little break here. Balerina wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4# Balerina tries to get back to half guard but can't. A lull in the action here.#SU# Batman stands up. Alexee Batman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Batman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Stjepan Balerina has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Balerina drops his hands momentarily and Batman takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
And that's the end of the fight! Alexee Batman showed his dominance in that final round. Well Batman 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:25 Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:25 Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexee Batman! A relieved looking Alexee Batman thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 02, 2017 |
#R1# Page throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Michael Page seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Page tries to close the distance and clinch but Taberna swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Taberna takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Page misses with a head kick.
#TD# Taberna closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. You can see the frustration on Page's face as Taberna controls the position. Page takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Taberna in side control, just content to control the action for now. Page is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Taberna has just dragged him back down to the mat. Taberna works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SU# Taberna decides to stand back up. Page throws a nice outside leg kick. Page tries to close the distance and clinch but Taberna swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Page tries to clinch up but Taberna circles away and keeps his distance.#CL# Taberna instigates a clinch. Taberna trying to land knees to the body.
#BC# Taberna breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Page tries to clinch up#TD# and Taberna counters with a single leg into guard. Page didn't expect that. Taberna is stalling in the full guard. Page wants to stand but Taberna is controlling the position. #T2# Taberna sitting in guard, not really doing much. Page wants to get back to his feet but Taberna is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Taberna slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB# Taberna drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Page dives on top into guard.#REVB##T3# Taberna pulls Page in to control the position. Page wants to stand and escape but instead Taberna has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##SUB# Taberna 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. Page wants to stand but Taberna is controlling the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Taberna is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Taberna has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Taberna passes easily into side control. Nice work. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Taberna taking a breather here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Francis Taberna dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Page throws a head kick but Taberna moves out of range.
Taberna blocks a head kick by Page.
Taberna walks forward, straight into a front kick from Page. Francis Taberna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL# Taberna clinches with his opponent.
#TD# Taberna is trying to trip Page. He has hold of a leg but Page is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Taberna persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Taberna sitting in guard, not really doing much. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU# Taberna stands and steps away. Page gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL2# Page closes the distance and clinches. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T1# Page with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Taberna taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Page trying to control the position but instead, Taberna has worked for underhooks and has pushed Page into the cage. Both fighters working to control the clinch. #TD# Taberna jumps into guard, dragging Page to the mat.
Taberna wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Page tries to stand but Taberna is controlling from the bottom. Taberna wants to stand but Page is controlling the position. Taberna has a closed guard, preventing Page from standing up. #T2# Taberna tries to land a sweep but no joy. Page tries to stand but Taberna is controlling from the bottom. Page must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Taberna wants to sweep here but Page controlling him for the moment. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Page being controlled here momentarily. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Page tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Taberna manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Taberna tries a head kick but it misses.
Page raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#T3# Taberna shoots in but Page avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2# Page gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Taberna lands a left hand.
#TD# Taberna pulls guard successfully.
Francis Taberna overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Page trying to stand up but can't free himself from Taberna's guard. Taberna wants to stand up but Page is controlling him. Taberna on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Taberna tries to get out of the position. Page wants to stand but Taberna is controlling his posture from full guard. Taberna pulls Page in close to his closed guard and prevents Page from doing any damage or advancing position.#T4# Taberna continues to stall. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Francis Taberna dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R3# Taberna keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2# Page moves into range and clinches up with Taberna. Taberna prevents a body shot from Page. Page tries to land a knee to the head but Taberna blocks with his arms.
#TD# Taberna manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB# Taberna working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Page doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Page manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SU2# Page decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Page throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Page moves in looking to clinch but Taberna pushes him off.#CL2# Page clinches. #T1# Taberna goes for a takedown attempt but Page pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Page stuffs the takedown attempt from Taberna. Taberna gets slowly back to his feet. #TD# Taberna closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Page looks like he's trying to stand up.
Taberna trying to control the pace. Page pushes Taberna off but Taberna dives into side control.
Page really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Taberna. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Page is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T2# Page is working to avoid the ground and pound but Taberna connects with a decent elbow. #SUB# Taberna is trying to get an arm triangle but Page is defending well. Taberna controlling the position. Taberna'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.#T3# Page tries to escape but Taberna is in control. Taberna slows the pace down. Page takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB# Taberna tries for a kimura but Page is defending well. Page bucks up and tries to throw Taberna off but instead Taberna has got his back! Page trying to get back to his feet but Taberna is in full control for now. #SUB# Taberna is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Page with him. Page is trying to defend but Taberna has an arm under the chin now! Page grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Francis Taberna!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 30, 2017 |
#R1# A nice leg kick lands there from Lei. Lei connects with an inside leg kick. Teixeira swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Lei lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Lei lands a nice looking kick to the body. Teixeira takes a step back to recover. Lei connects with an inside leg kick. Teixeira takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#CUT2# It looks like Pulover Teixeira has been cut. Lei lands with a nice body kick. That kick from Lei tenderised Teixeira's leg. Teixeira is trying to keep his angry face on. Jab from Lei. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Lei! Teixeira is out on his feet! Lei rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Teixeira is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Teixeira is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Louis Lei! Louis Lei opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 28, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Bender fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Balerina sprawls well initially but Bender persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2# Balerina kicks Bender off and gets back to his feet. Balerina defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bender. Balerina is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Balerina keeps the fight on the outside. Balerina is looking for the big counter here. Bender fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL# Bender forces Balerina back against the cage and clinches.#TD2# Balerina pulls guard effortlessly. Bender stopping the sweep attempt from Balerina. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Bender wants to stand and escape but instead Balerina has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB# Balerina scoring with punches to the head and body. Bender has momentary wrist control but Balerina slips an elbow through the middle. Balerina looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Bender will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Balerina lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#CUT2# It looks like Duster Bender has been cut. Balerina stands up over Bender, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ROC2# Bender is rocked!#T1# Balerina keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bender's head. Oh Bender is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Balerina lands a couple of digs. Balerina gets to his feet and stands over Bender, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Bender felt that one! Balerina unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Bender from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stjepan Balerina!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 27, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Maichuso looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Maichuso trying to control but Teixeira is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Maichuso postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Teixeira is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB# Maichuso got a little sloppy there for a moment and Teixeira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Maichuso has managed to get both his arms back between Teixeira's legs - danger averted. Maichuso should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete. Maichuso showing good wrestling skills to control the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Maichuso trying to control but Teixeira is working from the bottom. Maichuso loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Teixeira wants to stand but Maichuso is controlling the position. #T1# Maichuso slips nicely into half guard. Maichuso is thwarting Teixeira's attempts to control the position.#SUB2# Maichuso is looking for a kimura here.
Maichuso missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Teixeira is looking to escape.#SUB2# Maichuso is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Teixeira tries to get to full guard but Maichuso has control of the leg. #T2##SUB2# Maichuso is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Maichuso is pressing down on Teixeira's thigh, looking to free his foot. Teixeira is holding on for now. #SUB# Teixeira actively working from the bottom here. Maichuso prevents Teixeira from standing back up.
Maichuso stalling. #SUB# Teixeira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Maichuso pulls his head out easily. #T3##SUB# Teixeira looking for submissions off his back. Maichuso is trying to control. Teixeira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Teixeira is trying to stand back up but Maichuso is controlling him
Nice strikes from Maichuso there. Teixeira wants to control but Maichuso is keeping busy.
Maichuso controlling the action here.#SUB2# Maichuso seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB# Maichuso moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Teixeira. Teixeira is breathing heavily.#T4# Teixeira wants to control but Maichuso postures up.#SUB2# Maichuso thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2# Maichuso is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Teixeira is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2# Maichuso tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Maichuso has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Maichuso trying to control the action but Teixeira is working from the bottom. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jose Maichuso dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Maichuso tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Teixeira defends well and Maichuso ends up having to push Teixeira into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Teixeira is looking for a counter combo. Teixeira throws a leg kick which misses Maichuso's front leg but catches the back leg as Maichuso tries to avoid it. Maichuso misses with a takedown and Maichuso takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT# It looks like Jose Maichuso has been cut. Teixeira lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Maichuso falls backwards - clearly groggy! Teixeira dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pulover Teixeira! An out of breath Pulover Teixeira 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:
Tussle
Date: Mar 25, 2017 |
#R1##CL# Page moves into the clinch. Lanceson avoiding damage as Page throws knees to the body.
Page connects with a nasty looking knee right to Lanceson's face.
Lanceson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Page using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lanceson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Page looking to stall.
Page missing with knees to the body.
Page misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lanceson.
Page trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lanceson tries to land a knee to the head but Page blocks with his arms.
Lanceson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Page misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1# Lanceson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Page dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes. Page looking to throw knees to the head but Lanceson is blocking nicely.
Lanceson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Page is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lanceson is defending well for now. Page misses with a knee strike.
Page missing with knees to the body.
Lanceson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Lanceson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Page tries to land knees in the clinch but Lanceson avoids the damage to the body. #T2# A battle for position here, against the ropes. Page tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lanceson avoids it. Knees to the body from Page.
Lanceson looking to throw knees to the head but Page is blocking nicely.
Lanceson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Page misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lanceson.
Page tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lanceson avoids it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Page is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lanceson is defending well for now. Lanceson looking to throw knees to the head but Page is blocking nicely.
Lanceson throws a knee to the head but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Page dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Page.
A head kick misses from Page. #CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Page goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lanceson being controlled against the ropes. Lanceson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Page blocks it with crossed arms. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lanceson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Page has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Page. Knees to the body from Page.
#T1# Lanceson avoiding damage as Page throws knees to the body.
Lanceson avoiding damage as Page throws knees to the body.
Page with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Page tries to land knees in the clinch but Lanceson avoids the damage to the body. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Page obliges. Lanceson tries a knee to the head but Page blocks it.
Page displaying some good clinch control by pressing Lanceson up against the ropes. Page with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Page misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lanceson.
#T2# Lanceson looking to throw knees to the head but Page is blocking nicely.
Page tries to stall but Lanceson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lanceson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Page with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Lanceson misses with a knee strike.
Page throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lanceson blocks it with crossed arms. Lanceson blocks a body shot from Page. Page using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lanceson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Page misses with a knee to the head. Page tries to work over Lanceson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Page dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R3# Page wants to clinch The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. and Lanceson counters with a left and a right that stings Page. Page swings for the body but Lanceson moves out of range.
#CL2# Lanceson moves into range and clinches up with Page. Lanceson misses with a knee to the head. Page tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Michael Page has scored more points in the clinch so far. Lanceson managing to block the knees to the body from Page.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Page. Page tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lanceson's elbow. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Page lands a hook that snaps the head of Lanceson backwards. Page pressing his opponent against the ropes. Page can't find room to land a body shot as Lanceson controls the action.
#T1# Page putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Lanceson in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Lanceson as Page tries to tie him up. Lanceson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Page has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Page misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Page missing with knees to the body.
Lanceson avoiding damage as Page throws knees to the body.
Page with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#T2# With the fighters up against the ropes, Page throws an elbow but misses. Page with a knee to the head.
Lanceson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Page misses with a knee to the head. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Lanceson misses with a knee to the head. Page misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lanceson.
Lanceson tries a knee to the head but Page blocks it.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Page misses with a knee to the head. Cole Lanceson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Lanceson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Michael Page is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Lanceson misses with a knee strike.
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 Michael Page. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Page, 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27 Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27 Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Page! Cole Lanceson was interviewed post fight and said 'I need to train harder of i loosed to this dude but he did good.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 23, 2017 |
#R1# Teixeira defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cortez.#CL2# Cortez rushes Teixeira and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Stalling in the clinch from Cortez.
#TD# Teixeira pulls guard effortlessly. Cortez stops Teixeira from standing up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Cortez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Teixeira is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB# Teixeira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Cortez defends well. Teixeira might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cortez sitting in guard here, content to control. Let's hope that Cortez 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# Teixeira keeping moving, preventing Cortez from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Teixeira can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cortez controls the pace.#SUB# Teixeira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Teixeira keeping full guard, as Cortez tries to pass. Cortez pushes down on Teixeira's leg and manages to get into half guard. Teixeira is trying to stand.
Cortez working over Teixeira with some ground and pound. Teixeira looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Cortez thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Teixeira's head. #T2# Cortez prevents Teixeira from standing back up.
Cortez is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Teixeira tries to get to full guard but Cortez has control of the leg. Teixeira pushes Cortez off looking to stand but Cortez dives back in and keeps control.
Teixeira is trying to maintain the position but Cortez is very close to passing his half guard. Cortez prevents Teixeira from standing back up.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Cortez closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Teixeira quickly recovers to half guard. Teixeira pushes Cortez off looking to stand but Cortez dives back in and keeps control.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Teixeira tries to roll over but Cortez keeps him under control. Cortez content to control rather than advance. #T3# Cortez wants to pass to mount but Teixeira is defending the position. Teixeira looks like he's trying to stand up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB2# Teixeira is defending against the submission attempts here by Cortez.
Teixeira pushes Cortez off looking to stand but Cortez dives back in and keeps control.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Cortez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Teixeira is looking for a counter combo. Cortez looks winded! Cortez fails with a takedown attempt. Teixeira went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Pulover Teixeira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Benny Cortez. Teixeira fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT# It looks like Benny Cortez has been cut. Benny Cortez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Teixeira fails to land the takedown. Cortez drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Teixeira defends it well. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Cortez misses with a takedown attempt #KD# and Teixeira counters with a nice right hand that sends Cortez toppling to the canvas! Cortez scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Teixeira finish him?! Teixeira shoots in looking for a takedown. Cortez tries to sprawl out of it but Teixeira keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cortez 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 round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pulover Teixeira dominated that round. The cut man is working on Benny Cortez's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Teixeira fails to land with a series of punches.
Teixeira is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cortez can do to turn this around? Cortez throws a sloppy head kick and Teixeira counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Cortez tries to land a body kick and Teixeira counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Cortez throws a right and a left that Teixeira avoids nicely. Teixeira went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Nice takedown defense from Teixeira. No joy for Cortez on that attempt. Teixeira drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cortez sprawls and moves away. Good shot there by Teixeira. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Teixeira checks a leg kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cortez backs away from a small jab... but Teixeira lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Cortez crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Teixeira with a spectacular finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Pulover Teixeira! A very excited looking Pulover Teixeira 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. Benny Cortez was interviewed post fight and said 'Thank you fans!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 23, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Balerina shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES2# Murda pushes Balerina off and gets back to his feet. Murda ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Murda misses with a takedown #CL# and Balerina counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2# Murda's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Balerina tries for a takedown but Murda circles away easily and Murda counters with a nice body shot. #TD# Balerina shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Murda's guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Murda seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Murda trying to keep a closed guard but Balerina is proving a slippery customer.
#T1# Balerina missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Balerina with a flurry of punches that miss. Balerina definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Balerina throws a strike but Murda rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Balerina is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Murda dives into side control.
#SUB2# Murda is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Balerina is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Balerina is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Murda off and has taken his back! Murda breaks Balerina's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#T2# Balerina wants to get back to his feet but Murda is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Murda with a nice head shot there. Murda won't allow Balerina to get back to his feet. Murda is looking to work some ground and pound but Balerina has wrist control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Balerina keeping moving, preventing Murda from controlling successfully. Murda throwing strikes but missing. Murda won't allow Balerina to get back to his feet. #T3# Balerina 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. Murda won't allow Balerina to get back to his feet. Murda sitting in guard, not really doing much. Murda trying to control but Balerina is working from the bottom. Murda prevents Balerina from getting back to his feet. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. A slapping leg kick lands for Murda.
Murda shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Balerina as he avoids it easily. Balerina tries to counter with a takedown but Murda is quick to defend against it. Balerina stuffs the takedown. Stjepan Balerina has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mac Murda. Murda tries to clinch up. Murda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
As Murda looks to move away, Balerina throws a big counter combo but Murda just gets out of the way. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Murda moves to clinch but Balerina breaks away #TD# and Balerina counters with a nice double leg into side control. Murda won't be happy with that. Murda sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mac Murda will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# No luck with that takedown attempt from Murda. Murda tries to clinch but Balerina moves out of range. Balerina went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Murda looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Stjepan Balerina is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Balerina swats away the attempt to clinch by Murda. Balerina went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Murda misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Balerina moves out of range of the body kick from Murda.
Balerina changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Murda tries to avoid it but Balerina manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Murda to the ground. Murda escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL2# Murda instigates a clinch. #T1##TD# Balerina lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
#ES2# Murda kicks Balerina off and gets back to his feet. Murda throws a lazy head kick #TD# and Balerina counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Murda is breathing heavily.#ES2# Murda scrambles and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Murda swings for the body but Balerina moves out of range.
Murda tries to clinch #TD# and Balerina counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Murda! Murda on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #ROC# Murda is rocked! Balerina knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Murda on the ground. Balerina landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. Murda is still in real trouble! Can Balerina finish him? Murda is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Balerina in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Murda looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Balerina turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stjepan Balerina!
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