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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2018 |
#R1# Mondo looks to land a combination but Ramsey avoids it well. #CL2# Mondo moves into the clinch. Ramsey is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mondo to keep the fight standing. Mondo looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC# Ramsey breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# Mondo darts in and clinches Ramsey up against the cage.#TD# Ramsey jumps guard and drags Mondo to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Mondo seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. Ramsey is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mondo is controlling him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mondo's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1# Ramsey is looking to stand up but Mondo isn't so interested in that idea. Mondo looking to control the position here, rather than advance. 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. A left and a right from Mondo both land. Nice combination. Ramsey is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Mondo.#TD2# Mondo closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ramsey quickly recovers to half guard. Still in half guard, Mondo seems content to control. Ramsey throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Mondo looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2# Let's hope that Mondo 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. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ramsey is looking to escape.#ES# Ramsey has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Mondo is on him like a limpet, forcing Ramsey back against the cage. This has been an exciting period of action! A frustrated look appears on Mondo's face as he tries to break the clinch. Ramsey tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mondo avoids it. Ramsey tries for a takedown. No joy.
Ramsey misses with a body punch.
#T3# Ramsey looking to stall.
Ramsey stalling in the clinch but Mondo improves position. Ramsey missing with knees to the body.
Mondo can't break the clinch.
#TD2# Mondo works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Mondo is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Mondo. Mondo prevents Ramsey from getting back to his feet. #SUB2# Mondo has gone for a leg lock! Ramsey slips out almost immediately though and dives into Mondo's guard.#REVR# Mondo has control of Ramsey's left arm, preventing Ramsey from doing any damage. #T4# Mondo looking for a sweep. Not yet Mondo, not yet. Mondo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ramsey. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Mondo is adopting a defensive guard. Mondo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Mondo pulls Ramsey in to control the position. Mondo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ramsey's guard. #REVB# Mondo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ramsey looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mondo is one step ahead there. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rico Mondo dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Mondo throws a one two combo.
Ramsey moves in looking to clinch but Mondo pushes him off. Mondo lands a jab to the head.
Mondo moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Mondo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Mondo lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CL2# Mondo instigates a clinch. Ramsey taking a breather. Mondo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mondo wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ramsey has him pressed against the cage.#T1# Ramsey is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mondo is keeping busy. Ramsey misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Mondo.
Ramsey is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mondo to keep the fight standing. Ramsey is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Ramsey trying to stall but Mondo improves his position.
#TD2# Mondo works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Mondo is stalling in the full guard. Ramsey lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Mondo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Mondo is pulling down on Ramsey's head. It's preventing any offense from Ramsey, at least for the moment.#T2# Ramsey preventing the sweep. Mondo has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Mondo is striking off his back. Ramsey thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Mondo can do anything to dispel that myth. Mondo trying to control here.
Mondo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3# Mondo taking some punishment here, with Ramsey in his half guard. Mondo is trying to maintain the position but Ramsey is very close to passing his half guard. Mondo keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. Mondo is trying to maintain the position but Ramsey is very close to passing his half guard. Mondo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Ramsey missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Ramsey not landing any meaningful shots this time. Ramsey thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Ramsey not landing any meaningful shots this time. Mondo trying to control from the bottom.
Mondo wants to control but Ramsey passes into side.
Ramsey lands a nice forearm strike. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mondo avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ramsey. You can see the frustration on Mondo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Mondo tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rico Mondo 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# Mondo throws a one two combo.
Mondo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ramsey. Ramsey feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2# Mondo moves into the clinch successfully.
Ramsey tries a body shot but Mondo blocks it.
Mondo is trying to break the clinch but Ramsey has him pressed against the cage. Ramsey keeps control of Mondo as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Ramsey wants to break free but Mondo has control.
Ramsey tries to break free but Mondo pushes him back against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC# Ramsey breaks from the clinch.
Ramsey shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mondo as he avoids it easily. Mondo displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Mondo cracks Ramsey with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1# Mondo connects with a jab. A nice combination there by Mondo.
Mondo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL2# Mondo rushes Ramsey and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Ramsey can't break the clinch.
Ramsey tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Mondo just stands there and leans against the cage. Ramsey stalling in the clinch but Mondo improves position. #TD2# Mondo has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ramsey regains guard immediately. Mondo prevents Ramsey from getting back to his feet. Thanh Ramsey overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Ramsey has a closed guard, preventing Mondo from standing up. Mondo looking to pass the guard. #T2# Mondo controlling from the top position. Ramsey is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Mondo 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. Mondo trying to control but Ramsey is working from the bottom. Mondo throwing strikes from guard but Ramsey blocks nicely. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Mondo shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ramsey manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#T3# Mondo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ramsey works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Mondo stops Ramsey from standing up. Mondo controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Mondo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Mondo's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Ramsey lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Mondo trying to control the position here. Ramsey stops Mondo from standing up. Mondo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ramsey is one step ahead there. Mondo controls Ramsey momentarily but Ramsey frees himself. #T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Ramsey stopping the sweep attempt from Mondo. Ramsey scoring with some ground and pound. Ramsey with a flurry of punches that miss. Mondo wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Ramsey is looking to work some ground and pound but Mondo has wrist control. Ramsey scores with a decent looking elbow strike. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ramsey is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Mondo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Thanh Ramsey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Rico Mondo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Yet more stalling tactics from Mondo.
And that's the end of the fight! Rico Mondo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Mondo winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30 Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30 Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rico Mondo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 09, 2018 |
#R1##KD2# Kelly drops Knight with a left right combo! Kelly follows him down to the ground into side control.
#CUT2# It looks like Leo Knight has been cut. Knight tries to bench press Kelly off him but Kelly keeps the position. Knight could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Kelly throwing strikes but missing, from side control. 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! Knight dodges the ground and pound from Kelly. Knight managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kelly.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Knight tries to improve position but can't. Kelly tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Kelly in side control, throwing shots but Knight defends. Kelly misses with the ground and pound. Knight is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kelly has just dragged him back down to the mat. Kelly fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Knight dodges the ground and pound from Kelly. Kelly is trying to ground and pound but Knight uses the momentary lack of control by Kelly to regain half guard. Knight is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Kelly throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T1##SU2# Kelly stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. Kelly fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Knight loses concentration momentarily and Kelly pounces with a three punch combo! Right, left, right! Knight crashes face first to the mat, out cold! Kelly finishes this one with a fantastically precise combo! Great stuff.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Dan Kelly!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 06, 2018 |
#R1##CL2# Lezama pushes Ramsey up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2# Lezama pulls guard. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Ramsey trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Lezama avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Ramsey throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Ramsey throws an elbow that misses. Lezama uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ramsey's guard. Nice move by Lezama!#REVB# Lezama looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Lezama missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Lezama throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ramsey works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SU2# Lezama gets to his feet - Ramsey follows without any prompting. Ramsey takes a shot right to the bread basket. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A leg kick checked by Ramsey. Ramsey fails with a takedown attempt. #T1##TD2# Lezama looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Ramsey is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SU2# Lezama stands and steps away. Ramsey gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Lezama throws the kick towards the body but Ramsey avoids it.#CL2# Lezama rushes Ramsey and presses him up against the cage. Ramsey is trying to break free.#BC2# Lezama manages to break the clinch.
Lezama pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ramsey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lezama sprawls and moves away.#T2# Decent striking displayed by Lezama there. Lezama connects with the punch. Ramiro Lezama seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ramsey avoids the head kick by Lezama.
#TD2# Ramsey gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lezama to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES# Ramsey scrambles and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2# Lezama instigates a clinch. #BC2# Lezama breaks from the clinch.
#T3##TD2# Lezama shoots in and bounces Ramsey off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Ramsey might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Lezama is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Lezama has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Lezama throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ramsey works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Ramsey striking off his back but it's not causing Lezama any problems. Lezama wants to control from the top but Ramsey keeps moving. Lezama is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Lezama in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SU2# Lezama stands up from guard. Let's bang! Lezama misses with a double jab.
Ramsey is looking to counter the offense by Lezama and move into the clinch.#T4# Lezama misses with a double jab.
#CL2# Ramsey tries to keep at a distance but Lezama has taken the fight into the clinch. Lezama tries to break the clinch but Ramsey is controlling the position. #BC# Ramsey breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# Lezama has managed to clinch.
Ramsey misses with the head strike.
Ramsey wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lezama has him pressed against the cage.#TD2# Lezama has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Ramsey is trying to keep an underhook but Lezama manages to get the takedown into half guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Lezama passes the guard and advances to mount! Lezama putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ramiro Lezama dominated that round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Lezama pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL2# Lezama moves into range and clinches up with Ramsey. A right hook to the body lands for Ramsey.
#TD2# Lezama is trying to trip Ramsey. He has hold of a leg but Ramsey is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Lezama persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Ramiro Lezama has got the better of the ground game so far. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Lezama preventing the sweep. #SU2# Lezama gets to his feet. Ramsey looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Lezama clinches up with Ramsey and pushes him back against the cage. A frustrated look appears on Lezama's face as he tries to break the clinch. Lezama throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC2# Lezama breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Lezama. #T1# Lezama tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Lezama prevents Ramsey from escaping the position. Lezama throws an elbow but Ramsey slips to the side and avoids it well.#SU2# Lezama stands up. #CL2# Lezama has Ramsey up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2# Lezama manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Ramsey throwing strikes from guard but Lezama blocks nicely. #T2# Ramsey is looking to work some ground and pound but Lezama has wrist control. Lezama tries to strike from the bottom.
Lezama is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB2# Lezama is trying to work for a kimura but Ramsey is defending well.
#SU2# Lezama decides to return to a standing position. Lezama pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Lezama throws a combination. Ramsey tries to block but a couple of punches get through. Ramsey shoots in looking for a takedown but Lezama manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ramsey's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Lezama let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T3# Ramsey misses with a takedown and Lezama counters with a left and a right that stings Ramsey. Ramsey ducks right into an uppercut from Lezama. A nice combination there by Lezama.
#ROC2# Ramsey is rocked! Lezama throws an overhand right that has Ramsey reeling! Lezama follows up with more punches and Ramsey is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Ramiro Lezama!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 01, 2018 |
#R1##TD2# Davidson closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Davidson lands in his opponent's guard. Davidson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Davidson advances position into side control! Knight is pushing Davidson's head away, looking to escape. Davidson manages to hold on to the position though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knight is looking for a sweep. Davidson tries to score with some ground and pound. Knight controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #SU2# Davidson stands up. #T1##TD2# Davidson drives through with a takedown into Knight's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Davidson trying to control but Knight is working from the bottom. Knight working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Davidson. Davidson looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB# Knight is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Davidson defends well.#T2##SUB# Knight looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Davidson passes into half guard.
Davidson not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2# Davidson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Knight is trying to stand.
#T3# Davidson controlling the action here. Davidson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Davidson not doing much here.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Davidson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Knight is looking for a sweep.#T4##SUB2# Davidson is trying to get an arm triangle but Knight is defending well. Knight manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Davidson looks winded! Knight blocks the strikes from Davidson.
#SUB# Knight is looking for a kimura here.
#SU# Knight gets to his feet - back to striking we go! Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Knight shoots in and drives through. Davidson sprawls well.#CL2# Davidson moves into the clinch successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Davidson dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Davidson misses with a double jab.
Dave Davidson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Knight dives in for a single leg takedown but Davidson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Davidson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2# Davidson drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Dave Davidson has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB# Knight looking for a guillotine here but Davidson defends easily.
Davidson wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving. Davidson has been the more effective fighter overall so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knight is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Davidson is controlling him. #SU2# Davidson stands and steps away. Knight gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T1##TD2# Davidson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Knight napping and manages to drive through into side control! Davidson is breathing heavily. Davidson is looking to take a break and control but Knight is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Davidson working the strikes but Knight uses the opportunity to regain half guard. Knight wants to improve his position but Davidson is controlling well.
#SU2# Davidson stands up and beckons Knight to join him on the feet. #T2##CL2# Davidson clinches with his opponent.
Davidson prevents a takedown attempt there.
Knight tries to work over Davidson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Davidson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Come on Davidson - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Knight wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him. Knight pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#TD2# Davidson jumps guard and drags Knight to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2# Davidson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Knight defends it easily. Davidson is trying to keep Knight in close.
#T3##SUB2# Davidson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Knight doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Knight manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Knight scoring with some ground and pound. The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Davidson. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#SUB2# Davidson has his foot on Knight's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Knight works his way back into a safe position though. Knight postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Davidson controls Knight momentarily but Knight frees himself. Knight scoring with some ground and pound. Knight controlling from the top position. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Knight trying to control the position from guard on top but Davidson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Knight slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Knight content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Knight has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Davidson is proving hard to escape from. Knight could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Davidson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Knight manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dave Davidson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# Knight fails with the takedown. Knight shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Davidson as he avoids it easily. #CL2# Davidson clinches up against the cage.#TD2# Davidson pulls guard. Knight is looking to stand up but Davidson won't let him. Knight won't allow Davidson to get back to his feet. Davidson trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! Davidson keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knight wants to stand but Davidson is controlling his posture from full guard. Davidson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Knight is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1# Knight with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Davidson keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully. Knight has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Davidson is proving hard to escape from. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Leo Knight is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Davidson stuffs the takedown. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Davidson clinches up with Knight and pushes him back against the cage. Knight tries to pull guard but Davidson holds him up against the cage and eventually Knight drops back down to his feet.
#TD2# Davidson jumps into guard, dragging Knight to the mat.
Knight trying to stand up but can't free himself from Davidson's guard. Knight is working Davidson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2# Knight working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Davidson's head. Davidson keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Knight is really struggling to control Davidson but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SU# Knight gets to his feet - Davidson follows without any prompting. Knight fails with a takedown attempt. Davidson tries to counter by closing the distance.#TD2# Davidson shoots in and bounces Knight off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Davidson trying to control but Knight is working from the bottom. #T3# Knight wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Davidson looking to sit in guard and control but Knight gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Knight trying to stand up but can't free himself from Davidson's guard. Knight lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Knight looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Knight postures up in Davidson's guard and throws a big left but Davidson blocks it. Davidson controls Knight momentarily but Knight frees himself. Knight trying to control the position from guard on top but Davidson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Knight controls from within his opponent's guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Leo Knight has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Dave Davidson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Knight landing with the ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight! Dave Davidson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Davidson has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30 Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30 Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dave Davidson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 01, 2018 |
#R1# Cullen connects with a high kick. #CUT2# It looks like Cleveland Mayer has been cut. Cullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Cullen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mayer moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Mayer throws a big counter combination but Cullen scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Cullen throws a one two combo.
Cullen throws a leg kick but Mayer sees it coming and checks it nicely. Cullen lands a right hook to the body.
A combination from Cullen does no damage. Cullen shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Mayer eats them both and turns towards Cullen to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Cullen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. This has been an exciting period of action! Cullen lands a jab-cross combination. Cullen scores with a head kick. Mayer tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Cullen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mayer. Cullen lands with a cross. #T1# A nice combination there by Cullen.
Cullen lands a body shot.
A jab lands there for Cullen. Daren Cullen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Cullen throws a right hand that Mayer ducks under and follows up with a left that Mayer also avoids with ease. Cullen tries to land a front kick but Mayer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. A slapping body kick lands there for Cullen. Cullen throws a series of punches but Mayer avoids them all with ease. As Cullen looks to move away, Mayer throws a big counter combo but Cullen just gets out of the way. Cullen looks winded! Cullen closes the distance and lands a one-two. A combination from Cullen does no damage. Cullen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mayer is looking for a counter combo. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mayer throws a sloppy head kick and Cullen moves out of range easily. #T2# Cullen looks to throw the jab but Mayer is out of range. Cullen swinging wildly here.
Cullen looks for the body kick but Mayer saw that one coming. Mayer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. A telegraphed right hand from Mayer misses the target. Cullen steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Mayer. That one must have hurt.#TD# Mayer throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cullen tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mayer is in Cullen's guard. Mayer sitting in guard here, content to control. Cullen wants to sweep here but Mayer controlling him for the moment. #T3# Mayer lands a couple of digs. Mayer 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. Cullen really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mayer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Mayer scoring with punches to the head and body. Mayer has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Mayer lands a couple of elbows. Mayer working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Cullen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Mayer stays in close to Cullen's body and controls the position. Mayer postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Cullen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mayer. Mayer engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Cullen enables Mayer to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Cullen manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Cullen is looking to stand back up but Mayer counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Cullen. #REVB# Mayer thows a huge punch but Cullen dodges it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Daren Cullen dominated that round. The cut man is working on Cleveland Mayer's cut. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2##TD# Mayer shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Cullen's guard. Cullen wants to stand up but Mayer is controlling him. Mayer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Cullen has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Mayer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Mayer throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB# Mayer is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cullen is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mayer is controlling him. Cullen is breathing heavily.#T1# Mayer postures up in Cullen's guard and throws a big left but Cullen blocks it. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Cullen tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Mayer has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Daren Cullen seems to be getting the better of the standup. Cullen throws a head kick that misses. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Cullen throws a head kick but Mayer moves out of range.
Cullen looks to land a combination but Mayer avoids it well. #TD# Mayer shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Cullen's guard. Cullen wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Mayer manages to pass to side control. #REVB# Mayer is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2# Cullen avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Mayer. Mayer throwing shots but Cullen is blocking nicely. Mayer seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3# Cullen keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Mayer is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Cullen. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man. Cullen taking some punishment here, with Mayer in his half guard. Mayer lands with a punch from half guard. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU# Mayer postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Cullen to stand up. Mayer connects with a solid leg kick. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mayer lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Cullen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Cullen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#TD# Mayer throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cullen tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mayer is in Cullen's guard. Cullen wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Mayer manages to pass to side control. #REVB# Mayer thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mayer scores with a couple of good hammerfists. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Mayer connects with a nice short shot to Cullen's temple. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cleveland Mayer dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Cleveland Mayer's cut. That's time! Mayer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Mayer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Cullen is out of range and Mayer settles back down. Cullen throws a right and a left that Mayer avoids nicely. Mayer walks into a stiff left hand from Cullen. Mayer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Cullen is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Cullen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An attempted straight right counter from Mayer misses the target. Cullen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mayer at a distance.
Cullen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cleveland Mayer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Cullen throws a body shot but no joy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cullen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Danga de danga de dang - Cullen scores with a four punch combination! Mayer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Cullen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1# Cullen misses with a few strikes there.
Cullen throws a hook but Mayer blocks it. Cullen looks to score with a jab to the body but Mayer is just out of range. Cullen misses with a combination
and Mayer counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Mayer really is a fat lump.#TD# Mayer bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Cullen wants to get back to his feet but Mayer is dominant here and he's now got Cullen's back! Mayer looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
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.
#SUB# Mayer has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Cullen is in real trouble here. Mayer gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Cullen is tapping out! Mayer wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Cleveland Mayer!
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Date: Mar 28, 2018 |
#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. Mayer throws a head kick that misses and Mayer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Mayer throws a leg kick #CL2# and Smith moves into the clinch. Mayer could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Smith has Mayer pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mayer manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. A bit of stalling here from Mayer.
Smith is trying to pull guard but Mayer turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC# Mayer breaks from the clinch.
A head kick by Mayer misses #TD2# and Smith counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Smith. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Mayer holds on and takes a little breather. Mayer looking to control but Smith passes into half guard.
#T1##SUB2# Smith is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Mayer is trying to stand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Smith is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Mayer is trying to maintain the position but Smith is very close to passing his half guard. Mayer is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control. Smith throwing shots but Mayer is blocking nicely. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Mayer has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Smith is working away from the top position though. Mayer is trying to control but Smith manages to pass to mount!
#SUB2# Smith looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. Mayer tries to hold on but Smith postures up. Smith is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2# Smith looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T3##SUB2# Smith working for a submission but Mayer is keeping him at bay. #SUB2# Smith working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Mayer turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Smith off and cradles Mayer's limp body as Smith celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Joe Smith! In his post fight interview, Joe Smith started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Date: Mar 26, 2018 |
#R1# Harvey throws a head kick but Knight moves out of range.
Knight seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Harvey goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Knight shoots for a takedown but Harvey saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL2# Harvey moves into the clinch successfully.
Knight tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Harvey avoids it. Knight fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Knight goes for a takedown in the clinch but Harvey prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him. Knight is looking to take this one to the mat. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knight. Knight wants a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Harvey has Knight pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Harvey pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Knight tumbling to the mat - Harvey dives into Knight's guard.#SUB# Knight is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1# Harvey postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Harvey throws a big right hand that misses. Knight keeping moving, preventing Harvey from controlling successfully. #ES# Knight has his feet on Harvey's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Harvey slaps away a takedown attempt from Knight, before circling back to the center of the mat. Harvey steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Knight.#CL2# Knight gets tackled into the cage by Harvey. Harvey maintains the clinch. #T2# Knight is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Harvey pulls him back up using the underhooks. Knight wants a takedown.
#TD# Knight works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Knight trying to control the position from guard on top but Harvey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Harvey looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Knight looking to sit in guard and control but Harvey gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB2# Harvey drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Knight manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Harvey has Knight in his guard.#REVR# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Knight tries to stand but Harvey is controlling from the bottom. #T3##SUB2# Harvey looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Knight is looking to work some ground and pound but Harvey has wrist control. Harvey being controlled here, momentarily. Harvey looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2# Harvey is looking for a triangle but Knight pushes his legs off easily.
Harvey looks winded! Knight scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Knight working some strikes from top position. Knight wanted to stand there but Harvey had control of the position. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Knight engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Knight has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Harvey is proving hard to escape from. #SUB# Knight thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Knight in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Harvey gets a takedown into half guard.#ES# Knight kicks Harvey off and gets back to his feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Matthew Harvey will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Knight. Knight shoots in but Harvey avoids the takedown attempt easily. Harvey throws a series of strikes that have Knight backpedaling.
#CUT2# It looks like Leo Knight has been cut.#CL2# Harvey takes the fight into the clinch. Harvey wants to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Harvey gets underhooks to prevent Knight's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2# Harvey manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Knight controlling from the top position. #T1# The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Knight wants to control from the top but Harvey keeps moving. Knight throws an elbow that misses. Harvey uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Knight's guard. Nice move by Harvey!#REVB# Harvey controlling from the top position. Harvey trying to control but Knight is working from the bottom. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Knight wants to stand but Harvey is controlling the position. Knight controls Harvey momentarily but Harvey frees himself. #SUB# Harvey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Knight has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Harvey has managed to get both his arms back between Knight's legs - danger averted.#SUB# Knight isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Harvey stacks Knight on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Harvey!#T3# Harvey taking a breather here. Knight is trying to get back to his feet. Harvey postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Harvey with the ground and pound but Knight regains half guard under the barage of strikes. Knight gets back to full guard.
#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU2# Harvey stands up from Knight's guard - Harvey perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2# Harvey shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Harvey is breathing heavily. Harvey keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Knight missing with punches from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Matthew Harvey showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Leo Knight's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3##TD# Knight closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Harvey to the mat! Harvey manages to get full guard. #ES2# Harvey kicks Knight off and gets to his feet. Harvey scores with a nice strike. Nice sprawl there from Harvey as Knight shoots in. Knight fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2# Harvey dives in and scores a takedown into Knight's guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Harvey accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Harvey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Harvey wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving. #T1# Knight is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Knight tries to land a sweep but no joy. Harvey wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving. Harvey has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB# Knight looking for a guillotine here but Harvey defends easily.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Knight wants to stand up but Harvey is controlling him. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Harvey throws a sloppy head kick and Knight moves out of range easily. It looked like Knight was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2# Harvey gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2# Harvey turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Harvey manages to end up in side control. Knight is trying to get back to half guard. Knight is working hard here to advance position. Knight pushes Harvey away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Harvey gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T3# Knight tries to improve position but can't. Harvey taking a break here but Knight is having none of it and regains half guard. Knight looks like he's trying to stand up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Knight could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#TD2# Harvey shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES# Knight manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T4##TD2# Harvey shoots in and bounces Knight off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Knight wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Harvey manages to pass to side control. Leo Knight has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Matthew Harvey is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#REVR# 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! Knight gets back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Matthew Harvey comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Harvey winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:30 Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30 Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Matthew Harvey!
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Date: Mar 19, 2018 |
#R1# Mayer throws a body shot but no joy. Harvey shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mayer defends it nicely. Mayer appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Harvey tries to score a power double leg takedown but Mayer sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Harvey somewhat. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Harvey misses with a combination
enabling Mayer to counter with a crisp jab. Mayer looks to score with a jab to the body but Harvey is just out of range. Harvey feints the counter takedown. Mayer stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mayer wants it to stay on the feet. Cleveland Mayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matthew Harvey.#T1# Mayer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mayer stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mayer wants it to stay on the feet. Mayer went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#CL2# Harvey moves into range and clinches up with Mayer.#BC# Mayer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mayer slips a jab and a cross from Harvey.
#TD# Mayer drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Harvey avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Mayer. Mayer really is a fat lump. Mayer misses with the ground and pound. Mayer has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2##SU# Mayer decides to take the fight back to the feet. Harvey ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mayer moves away. Mayer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Harvey gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Mayer makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Harvey throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2# Harvey has closed the distance and engaged Mayer in a clinch.
Harvey tries to pull guard but Mayer forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Harvey fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Harvey looks winded! Mayer throws a head punch that misses. Harvey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Harvey wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mayer has him pressed against the cage.#T3# Harvey trying to stall but Mayer improves his position.
#BC# Mayer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Harvey tries to clinch but Mayer is having none of it. Mayer is looking for a counter combo. Harvey tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mayer paws at him with a jab and circles away. Mayer throws a big counter combination but Harvey scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Harvey tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mayer swivels and escapes. Sloppy strikes from Mayer. Those never looked like landing. Harvey goes for a double leg but Mayer avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mayer continues to drive forward.#TD# Mayer drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Mayer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SU# Mayer gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T4# Mayer tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2# Harvey closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Mayer manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Mayer can't find room to land a body shot as Harvey controls the action.
Mayer throws a punch but it's blocked by Harvey. Harvey drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC# Mayer breaks the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL# Mayer forces Harvey back against the cage and clinches. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cleveland Mayer dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Harvey shoots for a takedown but Mayer saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Harvey shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Mayer counters with a big head kick but Harvey shrugs it off. Cleveland Mayer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Mayer throws a nice inside leg kick. No luck for Harvey with that takedown attempt. Cleveland Mayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matthew Harvey. Harvey wants to clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Harvey misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It appears Mayer was looking to counter with a kick there.#T1##TD# Mayer changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Harvey looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Harvey tries to improve position but can't. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The ground and pound from Mayer seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Harvey struggling a bit here. Harvey is breathing heavily. Harvey tries to bench press Mayer off him but Mayer keeps the position. Mayer looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Harvey is avoiding damage well.
#SU# Mayer stands up and beckons Harvey to his feet. Harvey tries a head kick but it misses.
Harvey is looking to clinch. Mayer lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#T2# Harvey wants to slow Mayer down by chopping away at his legs. Harvey tries for a takedown but Mayer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Mayer went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Mayer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Matthew Harvey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mayer moves out of range as Harvey throws a body kick.
Mayer throwing a counter right hand but Harvey manages to avoid it. Harvey with a poor takedown and Mayer counters with a series of strikes. Harvey will be more careful next time no doubt. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mayer tries to land a front kick but Harvey steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Mayer misses with a body kick. Harvey throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mayer. #CL# Mayer rushes Harvey and presses him up against the cage.#T3# Mayer tries to throw a body punch but Harvey avoids it by throwing Mayer back against the cage. Mayer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Harvey being controlled against the cage. Mayer will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Harvey up against the cage. The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Mayer for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure. A right handed body shot lands from Mayer.
Mayer effectively controlling the action here. Mayer is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Harvey tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Mayer takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Harvey fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Mayer stalling against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Mayer takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Cleveland Mayer. The fight stays on the outside here - Harvey looks like he's thinking about clinching though. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2# Harvey rushes Mayer and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cleveland Mayer dominated that second round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Nice takedown defense from Mayer. No joy for Harvey on that attempt. It looked like Mayer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Harvey tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Harvey shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mayer defends it nicely. As Harvey looks to move away, Mayer throws a big counter combo but Harvey just gets out of the way. Harvey misses with a takedown attempt enabling Mayer to counter with a crisp jab. Cleveland Mayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matthew Harvey. Mayer stuffs the takedown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Mayer shoots in and bounces Harvey off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Mayer is standing up over Harvey. Harvey looks to escape but Mayer dives into side control.
Harvey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##REVB# Harvey is looking for a sweep.#SU# Mayer decides to stand up, so the ref orders Harvey to his feet. Harvey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Mayer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Harvey just manages to avoid it. Mayer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Harvey circles away quickly and effectively.#TD# Mayer shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Mayer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Mayer with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2# Mayer working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SU# Mayer stands up from guard. Let's bang! No luck with that takedown attempt from Mayer. #CL# Mayer gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD# Mayer pulls guard successfully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2# Harvey drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Harvey jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #ES# Mayer manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#T3# A big right from Harvey misses. #TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Harvey enables Mayer to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Harvey manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Mayer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Harvey is wriggling around but Mayer manages to pass to half guard.
Mayer winds up and cracks Harvey with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Mayer working over Harvey with some ground and pound. Harvey looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Mayer prevents Harvey from improving his position. Mayer not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4# Mayer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Harvey's head. Mayer missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Still in half guard, Mayer seems content to control. Mayer thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Harvey's head. Harvey is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Mayer jumps into side control! Harvey avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Mayer. Harvey looks to move to half guard but instead Mayer has passed into mount! Damn! Matthew Harvey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Cleveland Mayer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Mayer is landing with some decent strikes but Harvey is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
And that's the end of the fight! Cleveland Mayer showed his dominance in that final round. Well Mayer 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27 Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27 Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cleveland Mayer!
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Date: Mar 15, 2018 |
#R1##TD# Knight gets a double leg takedown into Smith's guard. Smith is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Knight could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Knight throws a big right hand that misses. Smith pulls Knight in close to prevent any damage. Knight controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2# Smith looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Knight throwing strikes from guard but Smith blocks nicely. Knight has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knight is working Smith over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Knight would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. Knight stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smith swivels though and keeps the full guard. Knight throws a big right hand that misses. #T1# Knight sitting in guard here, content to control. Knight with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Knight wants to stand but Smith has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2# Smith looking for a guillotine here but Knight defends easily.
Smith is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SU# Knight stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2# Smith scores with a takedown into Knight's guard.#SUB# Knight working for submissions but it's allowed Smith to get to half guard.
#T2# Smith wants to take a breather but Knight is having none of it. Smith throws a strike but Knight avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Smith wants to stand but Knight is controlling his posture from full guard. Knight might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Smith trying to control but Knight is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB# Knight throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Knight seems keen to control Smith's posture.#SUB# Knight is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Smith is aware though and is defending well. Smith trying to stand up but can't free himself from Knight's guard.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Smith lands with a nice body punch. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Smith pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Knight changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Smith tries to avoid it but Knight manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Smith to the ground. Smith escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Knight is breathing heavily.#TD# Knight feints and as Smith raises his hands in defense, Knight changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Smith striking off his back, scoring a few points. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Knight wants to stand and escape but instead Smith has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB# Smith trying to control but Knight is working from the bottom. Knight knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Smith on the ground. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Smith might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Knight haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Joe Smith will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Knight moves out of range of the body kick from Smith.
Smith throws a head kick but Knight moves out of range.
#CL2# Smith gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD# Knight wants the takedown. Smith is fighting it off but Knight persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Smith's guard against the cage.#SUB2# Smith working for a triangle but Knight defends it easily.
Knight wanted to stand there but Smith had control of the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knight is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Knight postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Smith keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully. #T1# Smith preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Smith not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Smith is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Leo Knight overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Smith wants to hit a switch here but Knight passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Smith there! Knight working away from the top, dropping strikes. Knight trying to control but Smith is having none of it. Smith is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Knight controlling from mount. #T2# Smith is working to get back to half guard.
Knight unloading with bombs! Smith is wriggling around trying to escape.
Smith is breathing heavily. Knight tries to control but Smith wriggling away. Knight content just to control the position here. Knight prevents Smith from getting the reversal. Knight landing punches. Smith slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T3# Knight thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB# Knight is working for a kimura but Smith is defending it quite comfortably.
Knight is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Smith wants to improve his position but Knight is controlling well.
Knight performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Knight tries to stand and escape but Smith is controlling the position. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Smith wants to get back to full guard. Smith is still trying to improve position. Smith is trying to stand back up but Knight is controlling him
Knight working the head and body with strikes. Knight seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Smith wants to get back to his feet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Smith on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Knight with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leo Knight dominated that second round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round! #R3# Knight shoots for a takedown but Smith saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD2# Smith changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Knight looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES# Knight throws Smith to one side and escapes!#TD2# Knight gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Smith to score an easy takedown into full guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Smith trying to control but Knight is working from the bottom. Smith postures up.
Smith takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Smith throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Knight works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1##SUB# Knight has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Smith can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Knight wants to sweep here but Smith controlling him for the moment. Smith has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Knight is proving hard to escape from. Smith looking to pass the guard. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD# Knight drives through with a takedown into guard. #T2# Knight trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Knight throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Smith being controlled here, momentarily. Smith wants to stand up but Knight is controlling him. Smith is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB2# Smith has his foot on Knight's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Knight works his way back into a safe position though. Smith is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3# Knight lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Knight is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2# Knight got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smith has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Knight has managed to get both his arms back between Smith's legs - danger averted. Knight controlling from the top position. #SUB# Knight 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. Knight slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2# Smith moves into range and clinches up with Knight.#TD# Knight lands a takedown into guard.
Knight is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Knight prevents Smith from getting back to his feet. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Smith pulls Knight in close to prevent any damage.
And that's the end of the fight! Leo Knight showed his dominance in that final round. I think Knight 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28 Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:28 Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leo Knight!
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Date: Mar 07, 2018 |
#R1# Creed will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. No luck with that takedown attempt from Creed. Mayer tried to counter with a leg kick but Creed avoided it. No luck for Creed with that takedown attempt. Cleveland Mayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Apollo Creed.#CL2# Creed moves into range and clinches up with Mayer. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mayer trying to control the position but instead, Creed has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mayer into the cage. Creed is trying to break the clinch but Mayer has him pressed against the cage. Mayer effectively controlling the action here.#T1# Come on Creed - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mayer. Mayer using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Creed has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Mayer is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Creed to keep the fight standing.#BC# Mayer breaks the clinch.
#TD# Creed gets caught napping as Mayer dives in and scores a takedown. Creed manages to retain guard. Creed not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2# Creed throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mayer wants to control from the top but Creed keeps moving. #T2# Mayer seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mayer won't allow Creed to get back to his feet. Creed wants to sweep here but Mayer controlling him for the moment. Mayer throwing strikes but missing. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Mayer lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3# Mayer wants to stand but Creed has a closed guard, so he can't escape. Mayer throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Mayer blocks the body kick.
Creed closes the distance and clinches up with Mayer, looking for a takedown. Creed pushes Mayer against the cage but Mayer circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Creed throws a low kick but Mayer avoids it. Mayer is looking to counter punch. Creed misses with a head kick.
Mayer swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Creed tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mayer swivels and escapes. An attempted straight right counter from Mayer misses the target. Mayer stuffs the takedown attempt from Creed. Creed gets slowly back to his feet. Creed looks winded!#T4# Creed changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mayer tries to avoid it but Creed manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mayer to the ground. Mayer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Creed keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mayer. Mayer really is a fat lump. Creed dives in for a single leg takedown but Mayer sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Mayer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Mayer stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mayer wants it to stay on the feet. No luck with that takedown attempt from Creed. #TD# Mayer looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU# Mayer stands up and waves to Creed to follow him. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cleveland Mayer dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Mayer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Creed.
Mayer avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Creed tries a head kick but it misses.
Mayer throws a quick counter head kick but Creed was just out of range. Creed lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mayer backs up against the cage.
#CUT2# It looks like Cleveland Mayer has been cut. Creed throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. No luck for Creed with that takedown attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Creed instigates a clinch. The referee calls for Mayer to work.
#T1# A frustrated look appears on Creed's face as he tries to break the clinch. Mayer effectively controlling the action here. Creed can't break the clinch.
#TD# Mayer ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Mayer no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Mayer is trying to keep Creed in close.
Creed throws a big elbow that misses. Mayer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Mayer is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Creed trying to control but Mayer is working from the bottom. Mayer trying to keep a closed guard but Creed is proving a slippery customer.
#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Mayer keeping moving, preventing Creed from controlling successfully. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Mayer not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Creed tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mayer swivels and escapes. Mayer moves out of range of the body kick. Mayer is looking to counter punch. Creed tries to clinch up.#CL2# Creed pushes Mayer up against the cage in a clinch. Stalling in the clinch from Mayer.
#BC# Mayer breaks from the clinch.
#T3# Creed shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mayer as he jumps to the side. Cleveland Mayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Apollo Creed. Creed is breathing heavily. Creed will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mayer avoids the head kick by Creed.
It looked like Mayer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Creed shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mayer but Mayer pushes him off and we're back to square one. Creed misses with a head kick.
As Creed looks to move away, Mayer throws a big counter combo but Creed just gets out of the way. Some bone on bone action there as Mayer checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T4# Creed will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mayer feinted there with a counter leg kick. Mayer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Creed shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mayer defends it nicely. Apollo Creed seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Creed is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Creed looks for a takedown but Mayer sprawls well. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Apollo Creed will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Cleveland Mayer's cut. That's time! Mayer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Creed tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Mayer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD# Mayer fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Creed sprawls well initially but Mayer persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Mayer lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2# Creed looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Creed on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mayer drops an elbow to the side of Creed's head. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Creed trying to control but Mayer postures up.
Creed avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Mayer. #T1# Mayer thows a huge punch but Creed dodges it nicely.
Mayer has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Creed takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SU# Mayer decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. Creed pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Creed fails with an attempt to clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Mayer misses its target. Mayer staying out of range there. Creed throws a wild body kick that Mayer sees coming a mile off. Mayer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mayer keeps the fight on the outside. Mayer tried to counter with a leg kick but Creed avoided it. Nice sprawl there from Mayer as Creed shoots in. Mayer throws a counter high kick but Creed was just alert enough to avoid it.#T2# Creed shoots in for a takedown but Mayer shows good takedown defense. #TD# Mayer closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Creed did well to prevent Mayer getting side control. Mayer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Creed can do to turn this around? Mayer working over Creed with some ground and pound. Creed looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Mayer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Mayer controlling the action here. #SUB# Mayer wants to work for an arm triangle but Creed is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mayer in particular looking to stall.#T3# Creed on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Mayer scoring with strikes to the body and head. Cleveland Mayer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Mayer seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Mayer controlling the pace. Mayer winds up and cracks Creed with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Creed is trying to control but can't.
Mayer scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T4##SUB# Mayer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Creed defends it well. Mayer controlling the action here. #SU# Mayer decides to stand up. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Creed will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Cleveland Mayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Apollo Creed.#TD# Mayer looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Creed is looking to get back to is feet but Mayer passes into side control.
And that's the end of the fight! Apollo Creed comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I have no idea who won that fight. Let's wait and see whether the judges are as confused as me! Time for a split decision perhaps?!. 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29 Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29 Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Apollo Creed!
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Date: Mar 05, 2018 |
#R1# Jackson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Jackson. No joy for Knight on that attempt. Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Knight bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Knight shoots for a double leg takedown but Jackson sprawls well. He's pushed Knight's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Despite the aggression on Jackson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Knight dives in and grabs Jackson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jackson pushes down on Knight's head and hops out. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him. Jackson misses with the combination.
Jackson misses with a two punch combination.
Knight seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Knight slips a jab and a cross from Jackson.
Jackson throws a series of punches but Knight moves out of range. Knight throws a big counter combination but Jackson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Jackson throws a series of punches but Knight moves out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jackson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Knight moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Knight showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jackson.
Knight really is a fat lump. Knight shoots in but no luck this time. Jackson looks to land a combination but Knight avoids it well. Jackson looks winded!#T1# Jackson misses with a few strikes there.
Knight appears to be looking for a big counter. Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#TD# Knight shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Jackson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES2# Jackson has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Knight is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. Knight lands a nice shot to the body. Knight tries to throw a body punch but Jackson avoids it by throwing Knight back against the cage. Knight is working for takedown but Jackson is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC2# Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Thomas Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Jackson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Knight misses with a takedown attempt - Jackson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Knight shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jackson pinned against the cage. Jackson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2# Knight with a lazy takedown attempt and Jackson counters with a series of strikes. Knight will be more careful next time no doubt. Some wild striking there from Jackson.
#CL# Jackson gets tackled into the cage by Knight. Knight maintains the clinch. Jackson is pressed up against the cage. Knight has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jackson down to the mat. Jackson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Jackson throws a right and a left that Knight avoids nicely. As Jackson looks to move away, Knight throws a big counter combo but Jackson just gets out of the way. Jackson throws a right hand that Knight ducks under and follows up with a left that Knight also avoids with ease. Knight showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Jackson unleashes a big counter combination but Knight bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Jackson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Knight. #T3# Jackson misses with a two punch combination.
Knight throws a big counter combination but Jackson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Knight will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Knight bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Jackson misses with a series of wild punches.
We've been informed that Jackson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#CL# Knight gets a clinch. #TD# Knight successfully pulls guard.
#SU2# Jackson stands and steps away. Knight gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Knight tries for a takedown but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Knight fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Jackson feints a jab promting Knight to slip. Jackson then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Knight slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2# It looks like Leo Knight has been cut.#T4# Jackson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Danga de danga de dang - Jackson scores with a four punch combination! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD# Knight drives through with a takedown into guard. Jackson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Knight is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SU# Knight stands up and waves to Jackson to follow him. Jackson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Knight. Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jackson throws a right and a left that Knight avoids nicely. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Jackson dominated that round. The cut man is working on Leo Knight's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Knight shoots for a takedown but Jackson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Knight slips a jab and a cross from Jackson.
Jackson throws a right and a left that Knight avoids nicely. Thomas Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A left and a right from Jackson both land. Nice combination. #TD# Knight feints and as Jackson raises his hands in defense, Knight changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Knight is looking to work some ground and pound but Jackson has wrist control.#SU# Knight gets to his feet - Jackson follows without any prompting. #TD# Knight fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Jackson sprawls well initially but Knight persists and gets the takedown into half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. 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! Knight wants to pass the guard but Jackson is defending well. Knight keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Jackson has been the more effective fighter overall so far. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Knight lands a nice short elbow. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Jackson is not content to let Knight control the position. Knight takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T1# Knight content to control rather than advance. Knight working Jackson over with strikes. Leo Knight overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Knight working over Jackson with some ground and pound. Jackson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB# Knight seems to be working for a kimura but Jackson defends the submission attempt.#ES2# Jackson pushes Knight off and gets back to his feet. Jackson throws a right and a left that both miss. Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T2# Jackson scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Knight fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Jackson misses with the combination.
Knight throws a counter high kick but Jackson was just alert enough to avoid it. Knight darts in looking for a takedown but Jackson gets double underhooks and turns Knight into the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him. Jackson swinging wildly here.
#TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Jackson enables Knight to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Jackson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Knight trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Knight is looking to work some ground and pound but Jackson has wrist control. Jackson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3##ES2# Jackson has his feet on Knight's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. No luck for Knight with that takedown attempt. Jackson throws a right and a left that Knight avoids nicely. Knight appears to be looking for a big counter. Knight tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jackson defends well and Knight ends up having to push Jackson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Thomas Jackson seems to be getting the better of the standup. Knight avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jackson throws a half hearted mid kick. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Knight is defended easily by Jackson. Jackson throws a series of punches but Knight avoids them all with ease. #T4# Knight fails to land the takedown. A combination from Jackson does no damage. Knight shoots in for a double leg but Jackson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Jackson swinging wildly here.
#CL# Knight closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2# Jackson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Knight tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jackson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Jackson misses with a series of wild punches.
Jackson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Knight moves out of range and avoids them all easily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Jackson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Leo Knight's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R3# Knight fails with a takedown attempt.#TD# Knight closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Jackson did well to prevent Knight getting side control. Jackson is trying to stand up here but Knight is controlling him well. Knight throwing shots but Jackson is blocking nicely. Knight slows the pace down in half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knight thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Knight is controlling the pace.
Jackson has hold of Knight's hands but Knight slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T1# Jackson tries to kick Knight off but Knight keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Knight wants to free his trapped foot but Jackson is holding on for dear life with his legs. Knight not landing any meaningful shots this time. Knight prevents Jackson from standing back up.
#ES2# Jackson manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Knight keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. Knight is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2# Jackson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jackson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD# Knight scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2# Jackson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Knight changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jackson tries to avoid it but Knight manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jackson to the ground. Jackson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him. Jackson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Knight showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jackson.
Knight shoots for a takedown but Jackson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Jackson throws a right hand that Knight ducks under and follows up with a left that Knight also avoids with ease. Knight seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Jackson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Knight circles away quickly and effectively. Jackson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Knight throws a counter high kick but Jackson was just alert enough to avoid it. Knight has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Knight fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it. Jackson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#T3# Knight shoots in but Jackson avoids the takedown attempt easily. A combination from Jackson does no damage. Knight throws a big counter combination but Jackson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Jackson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Knight bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Knight is defended easily by Jackson. Knight slips a jab and a cross from Jackson.
Knight shoots in but Jackson avoids the takedown attempt easily. Jackson misses with a few strikes there.
Knight looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jackson is fending him off so far but Knight persists. Nope, Jackson circles away and we're back to standing.#T4# Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jackson throws a series of punches but Knight moves out of range. Jackson throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD# Knight drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES2# Jackson manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Jackson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Knight counters with a left to the body. Knight throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jackson's waist but Jackson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Knight off to one side. Horrible takedown attempt by Knight or perhaps it was just good defense by Jackson, which made it look bad. Jackson throws a counter combo. Jackson misses with a double jab.
Jackson throws a right and a left that both miss. Leo Knight has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jackson misses with the combination.
And that's the end of the fight! Thomas Jackson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Jackson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30 Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30 Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Jackson! A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Thomas Jackson made sure he mentioned Bullet Proof System, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 26, 2018 |
#R1# Kaelin fails with the takedown and Mayer counters with a series of strikes. Kaelin will be more careful next time no doubt. Kaelin shoots and misses and Mayer counters with a flying knee that drops Kaelin! Mayer dives in and finishes the fight with a flurry of strikes from the mount!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cleveland Mayer!
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Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 25, 2018 |
#R1##CL2# Starling instigates a clinch. Starling digs a right hand underneath Knight's ribcage. Knight let out a lung full of air as it connected.#TD2# Starling manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Knight wants to get up but he can't break Starling's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU# Knight gets to his feet - Starling follows without any prompting. #TD2# Starling gets a takedown into half guard. Knight tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Starling manages to move to mount!
#SU2# Starling stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing. Knight dives in and grabs Starling's left leg, looking for a takedown. Starling pushes down on Knight's head and hops out. Knight is breathing heavily.#TD2# Knight gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Starling landing some decent shots from guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Starling controls from within his opponent's guard. Starling pushing down on Knight's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SU2# Starling decides to stand and escape the position. #TD2# Starling looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T2# Starling slips nicely into half guard. Starling not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SU2# Starling stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Knight to get to his feet. Horrible takedown attempt by Knight or perhaps it was just good defense by Starling, which made it look bad. Starling wants to counter with a clinch but Knight pushes him away. Knight shoots in for a takedown but Starling shows good takedown defense. Starling throws a big counter head kick but Knight avoids it with no problem. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Starling gets a clinch. #BC2# Starling's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3##CL2# Knight tries to keep at a distance but Starling has taken the fight into the clinch. Knight is looking for a takedown.#TD2# Starling pulls Knight into guard.
#SUB2# Starling escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Knight gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Starling trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Knight stopping the sweep attempt from Starling.#SUB2# Starling is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Knight defends well. Starling is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Knight really is a fat lump.#T4##SUB2# Starling is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Knight is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Knight chips away with some ground and pound.#SU# Starling is working an open guard so Knight takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD# Knight shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Starling is trying to defend but Knight finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SU# Knight escapes and gets back to his feet. #TD# Knight closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Starling quickly recovers to half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jackson Starling dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Knight misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Starling. #ES# Knight throws Starling to one side and escapes! Knight misses with a takedown attempt #CL2# and Starling counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Starling has been the more effective fighter overall so far. With the fighters up against the cage, Knight throws an elbow but misses. Starling prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him. Knight being controlled against the cage. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Starling landing knees to the body.
#T1# The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #TD2# Starling gets control of Knight's arms and successfully pulls guard. Starling will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Knight wants to stand but Starling is controlling his posture from full guard. Starling really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Knight. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Knight sitting in guard here, content to control. Starling trying to control the position here. #SUB2# Starling escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Knight gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Knight wants to control from the top but Starling keeps moving. Knight content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2# Starling looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Knight landing some decent shots from guard. Knight wants to stand but Starling has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB# Knight thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Jackson Starling has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU# Knight stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T3# Knight tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Starling defends well and Knight ends up having to push Starling into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Despite the aggression on Starling's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#CL2# Starling gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2# Knight is fighting off a takedown attempt but Starling is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Knight to the mat. Knight regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Knight managing to control the position. Knight wants to stand but Starling is controlling the position. Knight wants to sweep here but Starling controlling him for the moment. #T4# Knight keeping moving, preventing Starling from controlling successfully. #SUB# Knight is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Starling defends well. Knight might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Knight preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jackson Starling will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3##TD2# Knight gets caught flat footed, as Starling shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES# Knight manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD# Knight gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Knight controls from within his opponent's guard. Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Knight trying to stand up but can't free himself from Starling's guard. Starling managing to control the position. #T1# Knight tries to stand but Starling is controlling from the bottom. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Knight is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. No luck with that takedown attempt from Knight. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Knight tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Starling defends well and Knight ends up having to push Starling into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL2# Starling moves into the clinch.#TD2# Starling jumps guard and drags Knight to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Knight wants to control from the top but Starling keeps moving. #ES2# Starling has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Knight has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T2##TD2# Starling manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Starling utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Knight is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2# Starling working for a triangle but Knight defends it easily.
Knight controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Starling looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Starling striking from the bottom.
#T3# Knight tries to stand but Starling is controlling from the bottom. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Starling not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD# Knight is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Starling's half guard. Knight trying to control the pace. Starling tries to get to full guard but Knight has control of the leg. #SU# Knight decides to stand up. Knight tries to score a power double leg takedown but Starling sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Knight somewhat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4##TD# Knight scores with a takedown into Starling's guard.#ES2# Starling uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD# Knight looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Starling is trying to keep Knight in close.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Jackson Starling. Well Starling has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30 Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30 Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jackson Starling!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 19, 2018 |
#R1# Willis misses with a few strikes there.
Willis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Knight could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Knight shoots in and drives through. Willis sprawls well. Willis was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Willis misses with the combination.
#CL2# Willis instigates a clinch. Willis scores with an uppercut up the middle. Knight pushes off an throws an elbow but Willis leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Willis is trying to break free. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2# Willis escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Knight looks for a takedown but Willis sprawls well.#CL2# Knight gets tackled into the cage by Willis. Willis maintains the clinch. #T1# A nice right hand lands inside from Willis. #BC2# Willis manages to break the clinch.
Knight takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL2# Willis rushes Knight and presses him up against the cage. Knight is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Willis pulls him back up using the underhooks. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leo Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#TD2# Willis ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Willis no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Willis wants to sweep but no luck. Knight is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Knight working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Knight is stalling in the full guard. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Knight accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2# Willis wants to sweep but no luck. Knight trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Willis has his hands on Knight's head, controlling the position. Willis wants to sweep but no luck. Knight stays in close to Willis's body and controls the position. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. Knight loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3# A head kick misses from Willis. Knight seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD# Willis gets caught flat footed, as Knight shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Knight won't allow Willis to get back to his feet. Knight sitting in guard, not really doing much. Knight distracts Willis with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Knight postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Knight is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Willis really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Knight. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Knight has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SU# Knight stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T4# Knight fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Willis's coach down at Vinny’s Gym *PFC sponsored gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Willis's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Knight tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. A right-left combo lands from Willis. #CUT2# It looks like Leo Knight has been cut.#TD# Knight closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Knight lands in his opponent's guard. Willis looks winded! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Knight sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SU# Knight stands up from guard. Let's bang! Willis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Willis closes the distance and lands a one-two. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mitch Willis dominated that round. The cut man is working on Leo Knight's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Willis tries to bum rush Knight with a series of wild strikes but Knight uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Willis throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Knight. Willis throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Knight colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Willis as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Knight is left battered and dazed whilst Willis and his camp cheer!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mitch Willis! After the big win, Mitch Willis made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Pit Bull Development and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 14, 2018 |
#R1# King fails with a takedown attempt.#CL# Chavez moves into the clinch. King working aggressively here.
King being controlled against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. King throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Chavez blocks it with crossed arms. #T1# Chavez on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Chavez has King pressed against the cage.
Chavez is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables King to keep the fight standing. Chavez is trying to force a seperation but King has the dominant position. Chavez tries to pull guard but King holds him up against the cage and eventually Chavez drops back down to his feet.
Chavez can't find room to land a body shot as King controls the action.
#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Chavez dodges an elbow strike from King.
Chavez tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. King smiles and moves away.
King has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Chavez is landing a low percentage of strikes. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jamaal Chavez. That's going to take a lot out of him. King throws a nice looking combination but Chavez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL# Chavez moves into the clinch successfully.
Chavez is struggling to control the position. Chavez tries to pull guard but King holds him up against the cage and eventually Chavez drops back down to his feet.
#BC2# King escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jamaal Chavez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3##CL# Chavez moves into range and clinches up with King. Chavez's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Chavez misses with a body punch.
#TD# Chavez jumps guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as King accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. King throws a big right hand that misses. Chavez is trying to control the position but King postures up. #T4# Chavez pulls King in to control the position. King must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Chavez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Chavez tries to land a sweep but no joy. Chavez lands an upkick as King stands over him. Chavez striking off his back. Chavez really is a fat lump. King preventing the sweep. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Chavez throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. Chavez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. King manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Chavez postures up and lands a big shot to King's brow. #SUB2# King has his foot on Chavez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chavez works his way back into a safe position though. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# King looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
King looks winded!#SUB2# King throws his legs up looking for a submission but Chavez uses it to pass to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jamaal Chavez dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2##CL# Chavez has managed to clinch.
Chavez tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and King avoids it. Chavez effectively controlling the action here. Chavez stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavez is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Chavez is trying to pull guard but King has him pressed against the cage.#T1##TD# Chavez jumps into guard, dragging King to the mat.
King with a flurry of punches that miss. Chavez wants to sweep here but King controlling him for the moment. King is working Chavez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. King cracks Chavez with a solid left hand. King scores with a decent looking elbow strike. King is breathing heavily. Chavez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as King accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. King working some strikes from top position. Chavez looking to control.
Chavez wants to sweep here but King controlling him for the moment. Chavez has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2# Chavez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
King throws a big right hand that misses. Chavez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Chavez really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill... King striking off his back but it's not causing Chavez any problems. #SUB2# King isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Chavez stacks King on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Chavez! King is trying to buck Chavez off.#T3# King wants to get back to his feet but Chavez is dominant here and he's now got King's back! Chavez lands shots from the back. Chavez lands a shot to the body. Chavez lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Chavez looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Chavez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that King can do to turn this around?#T4# Chavez lands with a hammerfist to the side of King's head. Chavez has King flattened out and is raining down punches. King is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Chavez.
Chavez throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting King!
King trying to get back to his feet but Chavez is in full control for now. Chavez landing with strikes. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavez throwing damaging strikes from the back! King could be in trouble here!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jamaal Chavez dominated that second round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round! #R3##CL# Chavez clinches up against the cage. King misses with a hook from the clinch. King tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chavez's elbow. Chavez trying to land knees to the body.
Chavez tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. King smiles and moves away.
#CL# Chavez gets a clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. King goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1# King using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Chavez has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Chavez is trying to pull guard but King has him pressed against the cage. Chavez jumps guard but King turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jamaal Chavez. That's going to take a lot out of him. Chavez fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Chavez stalling the fight.
Chavez is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Chavez has King pressed against the cage.
#T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Chavez tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. King just stands there and leans against the cage. Chavez has King pushed against the cage. Chavez is working for takedown but King is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD# Chavez has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics King uses from the top position. #T3# King throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Chavez works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Chavez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. King connects with a couple of short punches. Jamaal Chavez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. King throwing strikes but missing. King takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Chavez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. King manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# King has a closed guard, preventing Chavez from standing up. Chavez scores with a decent looking elbow strike. King is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T4##SUB2# King is looking for a triangle but Chavez pushes his legs off easily.
Chavez chips away with some ground and pound. Chavez postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Chavez cracks King with a solid left hand. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! King wants to stand up but Chavez is controlling him. #SUB2# King is looking for a triangle here but Chavez uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
And that's the end of the fight! Jamaal Chavez showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Chavez, 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27 Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27 Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jamaal Chavez!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 08, 2018 |
#R1##CL2# Velvet gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD# Ramsey gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#SUB2# Velvet has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ramsey escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ramsey! Ramsey fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Ramsey scores with a couple of short elbows. Ramsey creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Velvet is looking for a sweep. Velvet wants to control but Ramsey postures up. Velvet parries the strikes from Ramsey easily there. Ramsey is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Velvet to escape.
Ramsey landing strikes. Velvet manages to get back to half guard. Velvet trying to control from the bottom.
#T1# Velvet gets back to full guard.
#SUB2# Velvet pushes a forearm under Ramsey's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Ramsey is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Green Velvet! A less than humble Green Velvet misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 05, 2018 |
#R1##CL2# Rinaldi gets in close and instigates a clinch. Chavez will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rinaldi up against the cage. Rinaldi is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Chavez is defending well. Rinaldi working hard to break the clinch. Chavez has Rinaldi pushed against the cage.#BC2# Rinaldi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Nice takedown defense from Chavez. No joy for Rinaldi on that attempt. #CL# Chavez pushes Rinaldi up against the cage in a clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rinaldi wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Chavez has him pressed against the cage.#BC2# Rinaldi breaks from the clinch.
#CL# Chavez gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Rinaldi is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Chavez gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Jamaal Chavez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Rinaldi. Rinaldi looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T1# Chavez slows down the pace here.
Rinaldi is looking to break free of the clinch but Chavez has double underhooks. #BC2# Rinaldi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. No joy there for Rinaldi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Chavez tried to counter with a leg kick but Rinaldi avoided it. Jamaal Chavez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Chavez tries to clinch up but Rinaldi circles away and keeps his distance. Chavez really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill... Rinaldi closes the distance and clinches up with Chavez, looking for a takedown. Rinaldi pushes Chavez against the cage but Chavez circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Rinaldi keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Rinaldi changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Chavez fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rinaldi shoots in but Chavez avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T2##CL# Chavez has taken the fight to the clinch.
Chavez fails to pull guard.
Rinaldi has Chavez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Chavez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. A frustrated look appears on Rinaldi's face as he tries to break the clinch. Rinaldi tries to break the clinch but Chavez is controlling the position. Chavez could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Chavez stops a takedown attempt from Rinaldi.
Chavez tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rinaldi smiles and moves away.
Chavez fails in his attempt to clinch. Chavez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rinaldi paws at him with a jab and circles away. Chavez stuffs the takedown attempt from Rinaldi. Rinaldi gets slowly back to his feet. Rinaldi looks winded! Rinaldi lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#T3# Chavez wants to clinch. Rinaldi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Chavez leaves Rinaldi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. A quick step to the side and Chavez tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Chavez is looking to clinch but Rinaldi is avoiding it.
Rinaldi tries to counter with a clinch but Chavez shakes him off and moves away. Jeff Rinaldi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# Chavez closes the distance and clinches. Chavez controlling the action here for a moment.
#TD# Chavez pulls guard. Chavez is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Rinaldi seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T4# Rinaldi won't allow Chavez to sweep him here. Chavez trying to strike off his back.
Rinaldi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Chavez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Chavez working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2# Rinaldi has gone for a leg lock! Chavez slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rinaldi's guard.#REVR# The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Rinaldi is wriggling around but Chavez manages to pass to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jamaal Chavez dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2##CL2# Rinaldi closes the distance and pushes Chavez back into the cage.#BC2# Rinaldi breaks from the clinch.
Chavez stuffs the takedown attempt from Rinaldi. Rinaldi gets slowly back to his feet. Chavez throws a quick counter kick to the body but Rinaldi avoids it. Rinaldi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Chavez sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rinaldi somewhat.#CL2# Rinaldi pushes Chavez up against the cage in a clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rinaldi managing to block the knees to the body from Chavez.
Chavez tries to pull guard but Rinaldi won't allow it.
Rinaldi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1# Chavez keeps control of Rinaldi as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Rinaldi wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Rinaldi is trying to break the clinch but Chavez has him pressed against the cage. Chavez stalling.
Chavez tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rinaldi smiles and moves away.
Chavez is looking to clinch but Rinaldi is avoiding it.
Rinaldi shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Chavez as he jumps to the side. Jamaal Chavez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Rinaldi. Rinaldi throws a right and a left that Chavez avoids nicely. Rinaldi throws a series of punches but Chavez avoids them all with ease. Chavez is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Rinaldi.#CL2# Rinaldi pushes Chavez up against the cage in a clinch. Chavez prevents Rinaldi from breaking the clinch.#T2# Chavez prevents Rinaldi from breaking the clinch. Rinaldi is breathing heavily. Rinaldi is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Come on Chavez - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#TD2# Rinaldi is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Chavez can't fight it off and eventually Rinaldi manages to take the fight to the floor. Chavez looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chavez is on top in guard.
#REVR# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Chavez is standing up over Rinaldi. Rinaldi looks to escape but Chavez dives into side control.
Rinaldi is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Chavez has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3# Rinaldi taking a bit of punishment here - Chavez scoring with strikes. Chavez lands an elbow. Chavez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rinaldi keeps working. Chavez prevents Rinaldi from escaping the position. Chavez is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Rinaldi's shoulder. That is not cool. Rinaldi tries to improve position but can't. Jamaal Chavez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Chavez is working Rinaldi over with some ground and pound from side control. #SU# Chavez stands up. Rinaldi misses with a left hand and Chavez counters with a good low kick that Rinaldi was not able to check. #CL# Chavez pushes Rinaldi up against the cage in a clinch.#T4# Chavez is struggling to control the position. Rinaldi is working for takedown but Chavez is calmly controlling the position for now. Chavez displaying some good clinch control by pressing Rinaldi up against the cage. Rinaldi letting Chavez take a breather here. Rinaldi wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2# Rinaldi breaks from the clinch.
#CL2# Rinaldi closes the distance and clinches. Chavez tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rinaldi just stands there and leans against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jeff Rinaldi will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round! #R3##TD2# Rinaldi drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Chavez has momentary wrist control but Rinaldi slips an elbow through the middle. Chavez wants to get back to his feet but Rinaldi is in a dominant position and won't allow it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Chavez wants to sweep here but Rinaldi controlling him for the moment. Rinaldi throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Chavez works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Chavez throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. Rinaldi content to stall in guard here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavez trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! Chavez wants to improve his position but instead Rinaldi has moved into half guard.
#T1# Rinaldi is trying to control. Chavez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Chavez works his way to full guard. Good work.#ES# Chavez kicks Rinaldi off and gets to his feet. #TD2# Rinaldi shoots in and gets a takedown into Chavez's guard. Chavez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rinaldi puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. Rinaldi wants to control but Chavez is keeping him busy. Rinaldi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Chavez misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Chavez moves into full guard.
#T2# Rinaldi looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Chavez is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rinaldi is controlling him. Chavez keeping moving, preventing Rinaldi from controlling successfully. #T3##REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL# Chavez darts in and clinches Rinaldi up against the cage. Rinaldi can't break the clinch.
#TD# Chavez has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Rinaldi uses from the top position. Rinaldi stopping the sweep attempt from Chavez. Rinaldi is looking to stand up but Chavez won't let him. Chavez is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T4# Rinaldi wants to control from the top but Chavez keeps moving. Chavez 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. Chavez tries to strike from the bottom.
Rinaldi wants to control from the top but Chavez keeps moving. Rinaldi looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rinaldi swats him away and circles back towards the center. Rinaldi misses with a jab, cross combination.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Jeff Rinaldi. I think Rinaldi has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:28 Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:29 Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jamaal Chavez!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 05, 2018 |
#R1# Luis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#TD# Ramsey darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2# Luis makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work! Luis Luis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD# Ramsey feints and as Luis raises his hands in defense, Ramsey changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Ramsey knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Luis on the ground. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ramsey lands a couple of decent looking shots. Luis throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Luis trying to control the position.
Ramsey with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ramsey postures up and lands a big shot to Luis's brow. Luis looking for a sweep. Not yet Luis, not yet. #SUB2# Ramsey avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1# Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ramsey's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Ramsey is working Luis over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Luis utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Ramsey is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Ramsey might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Ramsey is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2# Luis looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# Luis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ramsey doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ramsey manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Luis trying to control the position.
#T2# Ramsey is in close to Luis's body, working some short punches and elbows. Luis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ramsey is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ramsey's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2# Luis is looking for a triangle but Ramsey pushes his legs off easily.
Ramsey is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Ramsey lands a couple of elbows. Ramsey in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Ramsey is looking to work some ground and pound but Luis has wrist control. Luis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3##SU# Ramsey stands up from Luis's guard - Ramsey perhaps looking for a knockout. Luis throws a sloppy body shot
#TD# and Ramsey counters with a takedown into side control. Luis is looking for a sweep.#ES2# Luis bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet! A head kick by Luis misses #CL# and Ramsey counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ramsey. #BC# Ramsey breaks the clinch.
A head kick by Luis misses #CL# and Ramsey counters into the clinch. Nicely done. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2# Luis pulls guard. #SUB2# Luis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ramsey doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ramsey manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Ramsey stands up over Luis, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4# Ramsey working some strikes from top position.#ES2# Luis kicks Ramsey off and gets to his feet. Luis throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ramsey counters with a three punch combo that has Luis backing up. Luis nods at Ramsey to acknowledge the strikes. Luis lands a head kick!
Luis scores with a one two! Ramsey had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Luis throws a lazy head kick #CL# and Ramsey counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ramsey. Ramsey tries to pull guard but Luis holds him up against the cage and eventually Ramsey drops back down to his feet.
Ramsey is breathing heavily. Luis wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Thanh Ramsey will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Luis throws a lazy head kick #CL# and Ramsey moves into the clinch. Luis can't break the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Ramsey takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Luis is trying to force a seperation but Ramsey has the dominant position. Ramsey working Luis over with knees to the body. Luis wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ramsey has him pressed against the cage. Ramsey is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Luis to keep the fight standing. Ramsey digs a right hand underneath Luis's ribcage. Luis let out a lung full of air as it connected. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Luis looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC# Ramsey breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Luis looks to land a left hand but Ramsey moved out of range nicely. It looked like Ramsey was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Luis. Ramsey gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Luis.#T1# Luis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ramsey was well out of range. Poor timing from Luis. Luis throws a head kick that misses and Ramsey counters with a one-two to the body. Luis tries a head kick but it misses.
Luis rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ramsey moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Ramsey went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Luis throws a sloppy head kick and Ramsey moves out of range easily. A head kick by Luis misses and Ramsey counters with a nice body shot. Luis throws a sloppy head kick #CL# and Ramsey holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC# Ramsey breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Luis throws a sloppy head kick #TD# and Ramsey counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ramsey postures up.
Ramsey working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2# Ramsey with a flurry of punches that miss. Luis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Ramsey scoring with some ground and pound. Ramsey has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Ramsey missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Luis is trying to control the position but Ramsey postures up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ramsey scoring with punches to the head and body. #ES2# Luis pushes Ramsey off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. A head kick by Luis misses #TD# and Ramsey counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Luis! #ES2# Luis sneaks out the side door and pushes Ramsey away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Luis connects with a high kick. #T3# Luis throws the left hand but Ramsey avoids the punch easily. Ramsey seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. A head kick by Luis misses #TD# and Ramsey counters with a takedown into side control. Ramsey landing strikes. Ramsey looks up at the clock and then as Luis takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ramsey smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Luis can't do much from the bottom here. Ramsey scores with punches from side control. Luis misses with a strike from the bottom. Ramsey working away.#ES2# Luis bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#TD# Ramsey shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Luis is trying to defend but Ramsey finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T4# 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! Luis trying to hold on to Ramsey's head to control him but Ramsey postures up.
Ramsey throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Luis to regain full guard. Luis is trying to control the position but Ramsey postures up. Ramsey postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Ramsey stopping the sweep attempt from Luis. Ramsey postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Luis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Luis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ramsey manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Thanh Ramsey will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# Luis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Luis Luis seems to be getting the better of the standup. Luis throws a head kick that misses #TD# and Ramsey counters with a nice double leg into side control. Luis won't be happy with that. #ES2# Luis throws Ramsey to one side and escapes! Luis throws a lazy head kick and Ramsey counters with a two punch combo. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Luis smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Luis loads up on a big right hand but Ramsey slips the punch. Luis throws a lazy uppercut
#TD# and Ramsey counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES2# Luis pushes Ramsey off and scrambles back to his feet.
Ramsey shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Ramsey avoids the head kick by Luis.
#T1##TD# Ramsey bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES2# Luis throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done! Both fighters are breathing heavily. Luis looks to throw a body kick#TD# and Ramsey decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Luis's guard.#ES2# Luis wriggles free and stands up. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A jab from Luis misses. Ramsey blocks a head kick by Luis.
Luis throws a lazy head kick and Ramsey connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Thanh Ramsey is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Luis throws a leg kick #CL# and Ramsey moves into the clinch.#BC# Ramsey breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Luis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T2# Ramsey slips a straight right by Luis. Luis misses with a hook
and Ramsey counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Luis scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Luis swings for the body but Ramsey moves out of range.
Ramsey throws a big counter combination but Luis scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Luis throws a head kick that misses #TD# and Ramsey counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Ramsey takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Luis trying to control here.
Luis Luis has got the better of the ground game so far. Luis is looking to improve his position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ramsey lands a nice short elbow.#T3# Ramsey sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Luis defending well though. #ES2# Luis kicks Ramsey off and gets back to his feet. Luis throws a head kick that half lands.
#ROC2# Ramsey is rocked! Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Luis engages and cracks Ramsey with a massive lead left hook - Ramsey tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Luis is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Luis Luis! Post fight, Luis Luis stared into the camera and said 'Hue Hue Hue, ez pz puta'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 31, 2018 |
#R1##CL# Chavez clinches. #TD# Chavez manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Paulo drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Chavez manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Paulo has Chavez in his guard.#REVR##SUB2# Paulo working for a triangle but Chavez defends it easily.
Chavez really is a fat lump. Chavez scores with a decent looking elbow strike. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavez connects with a couple of short punches. Paulo wants to improve his position but instead Chavez has moved into half guard.
#T1# Paulo trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2# Paulo actively working from the bottom here. Paulo tries to roll over but Chavez keeps him under control. Chavez really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill... Chavez wants to stand but Paulo has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Chavez lands a nice short elbow. Chavez knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Paulo on the ground. Chavez is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Chavez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Chavez lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2# Paulo has a hand on Chavez's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Chavez takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Paulo slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Paulo looks winded!#SUB2# Paulo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chavez pulls his head out easily. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Chavez lands a nice short elbow. Chavez is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Paulo is trying to control but Chavez passes into side control!
#T3# Paulo tries to buck Chavez off but Chavez is having none of it. Chavez scores with punches from side control. Chavez working the ground and pound.#SU# Chavez decides to take the fight back to the feet. #CL# Chavez clinches. The referee calls for Chavez to work.
Chavez effectively controlling the action here. Chavez gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#T4# Paulo has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Chavez is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC# Chavez manages to break the clinch.
#CL# Chavez closes the distance and clinches. Nice body punch from Chavez. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD# Chavez wants the takedown. Paulo is fighting it off but Chavez persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Paulo's guard against the cage. Chavez works over Paulo with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2# Paulo is looking for a triangle here but Chavez uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jamaal Chavez dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2##CL# Chavez gets in close and instigates a clinch. Chavez content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#TD# Chavez ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Chavez no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Paulo trying to control the position from guard on top but Chavez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavez controlling the position. Chavez strikes from his own guard. Paulo tries to free his leg and advance position but Chavez is retaining full guard. Paulo is breathing heavily.#T1##SUB2# Paulo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Paulo won't allow Chavez to get back to his feet. #SUB2# Paulo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Chavez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Chavez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Chavez! #REVR# Paulo on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Chavez lands a few punches from side control. Chavez is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Paulo will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Paulo on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Chavez in side control lands a decent elbow. #T2##SU# Chavez stands up and beckons Paulo to his feet. Ze Paulo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL# Chavez clinches with his opponent.
Chavez stalling the fight.
Chavez is stalling here.
#TD# Chavez has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Paulo uses from the top position. Jamaal Chavez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Chavez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Paulo is one step ahead there. #T3# Chavez is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Chavez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Paulo's guard. #REVR# Chavez cracks Paulo with a solid left hand. Chavez distracts Paulo with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2# Chavez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Paulo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chavez has managed to get both his arms back between Paulo's legs - danger averted. Chavez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Chavez landing with the ground and pound. #T4##SUB2# Paulo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chavez defends it easily. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Chavez's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Chavez is working Paulo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavez landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2# Paulo throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Chavez escapes and throws Paulo's legs to the side, diving into side control! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jamaal Chavez dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3##CL# Chavez clinches up with Paulo and pushes him back against the cage.#BC# Chavez pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD# Chavez jumps guard and drags Paulo to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavez looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Paulo trying to control but Chavez is working from the bottom. Chavez striking from the bottom here. #T1# Chavez throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Chavez throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#SUB2# Paulo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Chavez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Chavez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Chavez! #REVR# Paulo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Chavez is staying tight to Paulo's torso, preventing him from escaping. Paulo wants to control but Chavez postures up. Chavez lands a decent elbow from side control. Paulo is trying to escape the position but Chavez is controlling the position. #T2# Paulo is looking for a sweep. Paulo takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Paulo is trying to control Chavez's posture but Chavez avoids it. Chavez working the ground and pound. Chavez working the head with strikes. Chavez just content to control the position. Chavez gets to mount! Paulo was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #T3# Chavez in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Chavez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Paulo can do to turn this around? Chavez unloading with bombs! Chavez working Paulo over with strikes here. Chavez with the ground and pound from mount. Paulo is working to get back to half guard.
Paulo takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position. Chavez lands a couple of good shots and Paulo has given up his back, trying to escape the position! Oooh a big shot gets through from Chavez. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
#T4# Chavez lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Paulo.
Paulo trying to control the action but Chavez just sinks the hooks in. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Chavez lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Chavez.
Chavez scores with punches and elbows. You can see the frustration on Paulo's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Paulo is taking damage to the body and head. Ze Paulo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jamaal Chavez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Paulo is trapped and Chavez is scoring with shots to the head and body.
And that's the end of the fight! Jamaal Chavez showed his dominance in that final round. Well Chavez 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 30:25 Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:25 Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jamaal Chavez!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 28, 2018 |
#R1##TD# Knight bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Bells pushes Knight away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Knight gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Knight lands an elbow. Bells is trying to control Knight's posture but Knight avoids it. Bells being controlled for a moment. Knight working the body and head with strikes. Knight could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. You can see the frustration on Bells's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. A control attempt from Bells but he's now mounted! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knight landing strikes from the mount and Bells is in trouble! Knight scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Knight looking to control and managing it successfully. #T1# Knight fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Knight punishing his opponent with strikes. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Knight putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! Knight lands a nice shot to the head. Knight breaks from Bells's wrist control and lands an elbow. Knight putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! Knight scoring with strikes but Bells is staying in there. #SUB# Knight with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Knight is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Bells can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Knight lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning. Knight controlling from the full mount. Knight pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T2# Knight postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Bells looks a forlorn figure.
#ROC# Bells is rocked! Knight loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Bells scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Knight land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Knight stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leo Knight! The defeated Santos Bells had this to say: 'Skeet Skeet Skeet--I knew I shouldn't have went out last night. '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 28, 2018 |
#R1# Rawls shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Mayer counters with a left and a right that stings Rawls . Rawls lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CUT2# It looks like Cleveland Mayer has been cut. Rawls closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mayer circles away. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rawls is defended easily by Mayer. Mayer seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Cleveland Mayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Rawls . We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rawls shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rawls is defended easily by Mayer. Mayer is looking for a counter combo.#T1# Rawls tries to clinch up. Rawls lands a nice shot to the body.
Rawls fails with a takedown attempt. Horrible takedown attempt by Rawls or perhaps it was just good defense by Mayer, which made it look bad. Rawls fails in his attempt to clinch. Rawls shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mayer as he jumps to the side. #T2##CL# Mayer clinches up with Rawls and pushes him back against the cage. Rawls tries to pull guard but Mayer won't allow it.
Mayer is pushing Rawls up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC# Mayer manages to break the clinch.
Rawls 's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Rawls duly obliges. A leg kick checked by Mayer.#T3# Rawls punishes Mayer's body with a nice straight punch. No luck with that takedown attempt from Rawls . Mayer thinks about countering with a head kick. Rawls shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mayer pinned against the cage. Mayer gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Rawls swinging wildly here.
As Rawls looks to move away, Mayer throws a big counter combo but Rawls just gets out of the way. Rawls throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mayer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T4# Rawls tries for a takedown but Mayer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Mayer stuffs the takedown attempt from Rawls . Rawls gets slowly back to his feet. Rawls shoots in but Mayer avoids the takedown attempt easily. Rawls throws a low kick, looking for Mayer's leg but Mayer calmly moves out of range. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Rawls looks for a takedown but Mayer sprawls well. Mayer lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Cleveland Mayer will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Cleveland Mayer's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Rawls throws a leg kick and Mayer counters with a right hand to the body. Rawls fails with the takedown. Mayer is looking to counter with head kicks. Rawls is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Mayer throws a body shot but no joy. Cleveland Mayer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Rawls moves in looking to clinch but Mayer pushes him off. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rawls tries to clinch but Mayer moves out of range. Rawls tries for a takedown but Mayer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Mayer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Rawls just manages to avoid it. Rawls walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Mayer checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. It looked like Mayer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T1# Rawls will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Mayer is looking for a counter combo. Cleveland Mayer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Rawls . Rawls closes the distance and lands a one-two. Rawls shoots in for a double leg but Mayer sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Mayer defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rawls . Rawls tries to clinch up. As Rawls looks to move away, Mayer throws a big counter combo but Rawls just gets out of the way. Rawls fails with a takedown attempt. Mayer appears to be looking for a big counter. Rawls is breathing heavily. Rawls looks to land a combination but Mayer avoids it well. Mayer appears to be looking for a big counter. Billy Rawls seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD# Mayer shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T2# Mayer missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Mayer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Mayer thows a huge punch but Rawls dodges it nicely.
Mayer sitting and controlling from the half guard. Rawls has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at WildBoar's Pig Pen (Strength and Conditioning) $40. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one. Mayer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3# Mayer is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB# Rawls is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Mayer has latched onto it... Big trouble! Mayer pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Rawls is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Mayer!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Cleveland Mayer! In defeat, Billy Rawls stepped up to the mic, saying 'Haha that guy was a joke... I basically let him win because it was just that boring. '.
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