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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
WPFC 37 - Tantor vs. Kratos
Date: Nov 30, 2019 |
#R1# Freshwater uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jay. Jay looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#CL2# Jay closes the distance and pushes Freshwater back into the cage.#TD2# Jay manages to pull guard.
Freshwater pushing down on Jay's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Freshwater stalling. #SUB# Freshwater is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jay doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Freshwater. Freshwater seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Freshwater is trying to control. Jay wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1##SUB# Freshwater is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB# Freshwater seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Jay is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Joey Freshwater! Our winner, Joey Freshwater, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
RFC Showdown in Tokyo 31
Date: Nov 02, 2019 |
#R1# Crowley takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Bonin thumps Crowley with a low kick. Bonin throws a sloppy head kick #TD2# so Crowley counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB# Bonin working for a triangle but Crowley defends it easily.
Bonin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Crowley is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Bonin wants to control the position but Crowley says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T1# Crowley is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Let's hope that Crowley 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. Crowley prevents Bonin from improving his position. Crowley content to control rather than advance. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Crowley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonin. Crowley changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Crowley avoids the body shot from Bonin.
Crowley counters with a body kick. Bonin swings widly with a right hand
#TD2# and Crowley counters with a nice double leg into guard. Crowley wanted to stand there but Bonin had control of the position. Bonin working a defensive guard but Crowley manages to pass into side control anyway.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Crowley is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Bonin will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T3# Bonin tries to improve position but can't. Bonin struggling a bit here. Bonin tries to bench press Crowley off him but Crowley keeps the position. Crowley taking a breather here. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Bonin is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Bonin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Bonin is trying to control but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Still in half guard, Crowley seems content to control. Bonin has a hand on Crowley's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Crowley takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Bonin is trying desperately to improve position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Asmodius Crowley dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# A shot to the liver by Bonin. Beautiful body shot. Bonin lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Crowley at a distance.
William Bonin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Crowley is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Bonin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Bonin scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Crowley doesn't seem bothered though. Bonin throws a sloppy head kick #TD2# and Crowley counters with a shoot takedown. Bonin fights it but they end up in guard. Crowley controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB# Bonin looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Crowley passes into half guard.
Crowley looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Asmodius Crowley has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1# Bonin regains full guard. Nicely done. Crowley is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB# Bonin is looking for a triangle but Crowley pushes his legs off easily.
Bonin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB# Bonin working for a triangle but Crowley defends it easily.
Crowley is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Crowley tries to free his leg and advance position but Bonin is retaining full guard. Crowley content to stall in guard here. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Bonin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Crowley circles away quickly and effectively. Crowley tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T3# Crowley gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CUT# It looks like Asmodius Crowley has been cut. Bonin lands a nice hook to Crowley's body. Crowley takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Bonin is looking to wear down Crowley with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Bonin darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #ROC# Crowley is rocked! Crowley walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Crowley limp body while Bonin jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). William Bonin!
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Event:
XF 44
Date: Nov 01, 2019 |
#R1# Crane takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2# It looks like Ichabod Crane has been cut. A nice leg kick lands there from Bullet. Bullet digs a good hook to Crane's body.
Crane with a poor takedown and Bullet counters with a crisp right that sends Crane to the canvas! Bullet follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Bullet!
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Event:
XF Brawl 3
Date: Oct 10, 2019 |
#R1# Udovich staying out of range there. Udovich ducks under a wild hook from Crane. Udovich throws a big shot that misses. Crane misses the shot to the body. Crane throws an off balance right hand
and Udovich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2# It looks like Ichabod Crane has been cut. Crane looks to score with a jab to the body but Udovich is just out of range. Udovich drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Crane's head, knocking him out cold! Udovich is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Simon Udovich! An out of breath Simon Udovich thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
WPFC 28 - Tantor vs. Kulik
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
#R1# Jay looks to throw a body kick#TD2# and Freshwater counters with a shoot takedown. Jay fights it but they end up in guard. Jay definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Jay looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this! Freshwater trying to control the position from guard on top but Jay is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES# Jay has his feet on Freshwater's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Freshwater swings for the body but Jay moves out of range.
Jay leaves Freshwater with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD# Jay throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Freshwater was covering up waiting for the punch and Jay finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2# Freshwater working for a triangle but Jay defends it easily.
#T1##SUB2# Freshwater escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jay gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Jay stopping the sweep attempt from Freshwater.#SUB2# Freshwater has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jay can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Freshwater strikes from his own guard. Freshwater 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.#SUB2# Freshwater working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jay doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Freshwater is tightening it up a little... Jay has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Jay reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Jay taps out! Nice BJJ there by Freshwater!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Joey Freshwater! A relieved looking Joey Freshwater thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
RFC Showdown in Tokyo 25
Date: Sep 21, 2019 |
#R1# Thift with a hook. Crowley on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Thift shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Crowley sprawls well. Crowley wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Thift gets slowly back to his feet. Crowley doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Thift throws a jab when Crowley was well out of range. Thift throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2# and Crowley counters with a takedown into side control. Thift's coaches at The Kegerator - 550$ have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position. Thift is trying to get back to half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Thift manages to work his way to half guard, despite Crowley's best efforts. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Thift works his way to full guard. Good work. Crowley trying to control but Thift is working from the bottom. #T1# Thift looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Thift trying to control the position here. Crowley slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Crowley won't allow Thift to sweep him here. Thift keeping moving, preventing Crowley from controlling successfully. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Thift controlling Crowley's posture. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Thift throws a big shot that misses. And Crowley tries to counter it with a takedown but Thift pushes his down on his head and steps out. Thift swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Thift swings for the body but Crowley moves out of range.
Thift scores with a one two! Crowley had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Nice straight punches there by Thift. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Thift. Crowley staying out of range there. And Crowley tries to counter it with a takedown but Thift pushes his down on his head and steps out. Thift uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Crowley. Thift rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Crowley counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Thift lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T3# A slow jab from Thift misses its intended target. Crowley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thift. Sydney Thift seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Thift sizes up Crowley with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Thift fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crowley manages to avoid it. Crowley is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Thift misses with the combination.
Crowley tries to counter by closing the distance. Thift throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Crowley. Thift turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Thift lands the left hand. Crowley takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Crowley throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Thift on the side of the head. Crowley slips a jab from Thift.#T4# Crowley shoots for a double leg takedown but Thift sprawls well. He's pushed Crowley's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Thift thows a left - swing and a miss! And Crowley tries to counter it with a takedown but Thift pushes his down on his head and steps out. Thift throws a body shot but no joy. Crowley walks into a left hand. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A nice combination there by Thift.
Thift is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. A jab from Thift misses. Crowley is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Crowley keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Crowley misses with a looping right. Thift scores with the left hand. Crowley knows he should have avoided that one. Thift checks a leg kick. Crowley ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Thift works the jab nicely. Thift fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sydney Thift dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Thift tries a low kick but Crowley avoids it.#TD# Thift gets the takedown into side control. Crowley is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Crowley is still trying to improve position. Thift remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. Crowley is trying to buck Thift off. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Thift trying to control the action but Crowley is working from the bottom. Crowley takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#ROC# Crowley is rocked! Thift cracks Crowley with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Thift immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Crowley is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Thift!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sydney Thift!
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Event:
XF 22
Date: Aug 02, 2019 |
#R1# Dall keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Crane throws a right hand that misses
and Dall counters with an outside leg kick.
#TD# Dall gets the takedown into side control. #SUB# Dall is trying to get an arm triangle but Crane is defending well. #SUB# Dall wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Crane, who protects the arm well. Crane is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Dall has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB# Dall is trying to get an arm triangle but Crane is defending well. Crane is looking for a sweep.#SUB# Dall thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Crane defending against the ground and pound. #SUB# Dall wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Crane, who protects the arm well. #T1# Dall misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Crane is not content to let Dall control the position. Crane is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. You can see the frustration on Crane's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB# Dall tries for a kimura but Crane is defending well. #SUB# Dall is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Crane knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB# Dall is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Crane knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Crane is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Dall has just dragged him back down to the mat.#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.#SUB# Dall tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Dall tries to move to mount but Crane blocks the move with his legs. Crane avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dall. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Crane sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Crane wants to get back to his feet.
Dall is thwarting Crane's attempts to control the position. Dall stops Crane from getting back to his feet.
Dall wants to lay and pray for a moment but Crane keeps working. Dall lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Crane looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T3# Crane is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB# Dall seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Crane has recovered full guard. #ES2# Crane pushes Dall off and scrambles back to his feet.
A big right from Crane misses. Dall slips a jab from Crane. Dall throwing a counter right hand but Crane manages to avoid it. A low kick from Crane is predictable there #TD# and Dall counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Dall working over Crane with some ground and pound. Crane looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Dall prevents Crane from improving his position.#SUB# Dall is working for a submission of some sort.
Crane is refusing to be controlled, as Dall sits in half guard. #T4# Crane trying to control from the bottom.
#ES2# Crane kicks off Dall and gets to his feet. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Crane is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dall. Dall was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Crane blocks a jab. A low kick from Crane misses letting Dall counter with a right hand. Crane fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Dall went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Crane throws a leg kick #TD# and Dall counters with a takedown into side control. Crane wants to get back to his feet but Dall drags him back down. Crane is not content to let Dall control the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Terryn Dall dominated that round. That's time! Dall's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Crane tries to bum rush Dall with a series of wild strikes but Dall uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Crane with a lazy takedown attempt and Crane takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Crane misses with a takedown attempt and Dall counters with an outside leg kick.
Dall has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Crane. Crane throws a good cross that connects.
Crane throws an off balance right hand
and Dall counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Crane thinking. Crane swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Crane takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T1# Crane misses with a combination
#TD# and Dall counters with a nice double leg into guard. Dall 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. Dall stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Crane swivels though and keeps the full guard. Dall postures up in Crane's guard and throws a big left but Crane blocks it. Dall missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Dall is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Crane can do to turn this around? Dall works a leg free and moves into half guard. Crane is refusing to be controlled, as Dall sits in half guard. Crane trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB# Dall is trying to work for a kimura but Crane is defending well.
Crane is trying to stand up here but Dall is controlling him well. Crane has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dall is working away from the top position though.#T2# Crane wants to improve his position but Dall is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dall thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Crane tries to kick Dall off but Dall keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Crane trying to control from the bottom.
Dall prevents Crane from standing back up.
#SUB# Dall is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB# Dall wants to work for an arm triangle but Crane is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Crane is looking to control Dall's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Crane avoid being mounted?#SUB# Dall seems to be working for a kimura but Crane defends the submission attempt. Crane wants to get back to his feet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T3##SUB# Dall is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#ES2# Crane manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Dall keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. Crane goes for a takedown attempt but Dall pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Terryn Dall has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ichabod Crane. Dall throws a big shot that misses. Dall steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Crane. Dall keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Crane tries for a takedown but Dall circles away easily and Dall counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4# Dall scores with a decent looking hook. Crane shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Dall is looking to counter punch. Dall throws a sloppy head kick and Crane moves out of range easily. Crane has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Crane there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD# Dall looking for a takedown here - he's got it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Dall trying to control but Crane is working from the bottom. Dall works a leg free and moves into half guard. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Crane wants to control but Dall is keeping busy.
Dall throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Terryn Dall dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Dall tries to clinch up but Crane circles away and keeps his distance. Crane misses with a takedown attempt and Dall counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Ichabod Crane seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Dall turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Crane misses with a double jab
and Crane takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Crane misses with a combination
and Dall counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Crane throws an off balance right hand
and Dall counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Crane takes a swing at Dall's ribcage but misses. #T1# Dall moves forwards but Crane connects with a nice, crisp jab. Terryn Dall is winning the standup battle so far. A big left from Crane misses. A jab from Crane misses. Crane does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Crane thows a leg kick but Dall checks it and Dall counters with a straight right hand. Crane shoots for a takedown but Dall saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Dall attempts a counter takedown but Crane avoids it well and moves away. Crane shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Dall connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Terryn Dall has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ichabod Crane. Crane takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Crane throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dall counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2# Crane fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dall avoids it really well and circles away. Dall thinks about countering with a body kick. Good shot there by Dall. Crane walks forward, straight into a front kick from Dall. Crane swings widly with a right hand
and Dall cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A telegraphed right hand from Crane misses the target. Dall drops down looking for a counter takedown but Crane sprawls and moves away.#T3# Crane dives in and grabs Dall's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dall pushes down on Crane's head and hops out. Crane throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Dall changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Ichabod Crane is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Dall connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Crane momentarily.
Crane cracks Dall with an open hand slap. Dall with a jab. Ichabod Crane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Dall slips a straight right by Crane. Crane changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dall tries to avoid it but Crane manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dall to the ground. Dall escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Crane with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dall to score with a decent uppercut. Crane drops his hands momentarily and Dall takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #ROC# Crane is rocked!#T4# Crane shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Dall makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Dall thuds a left hand into Crane's body.#TD# Dall drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. 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! Crane keeping moving, preventing Dall from controlling successfully. Dall is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Terryn Dall overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Crane keeping moving, preventing Dall from controlling successfully. Dall working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Crane's head. Dall makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Dall with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that's the end of the fight! Terryn Dall showed his dominance in that final round. Well Dall 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27 Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27 Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Terryn Dall! Terryn Dall decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
WPFC X - Breeding Ground
Date: Jul 27, 2019 |
#R1##KD# Dairy feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Freshwater sprawling to the canvas! Freshwater rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Dairy finish him?!
#CUT# It looks like Joey Freshwater has been cut. Dairy dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Mike Dairy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Dairy throws a right hand that Freshwater ducks under and follows up with a left that Freshwater also avoids with ease. Freshwater has a takedown stuffed. Dairy is looking to counter punch. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dairy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Freshwater. Dairy throws a right and a left that both miss. Freshwater looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Freshwater misses with a takedown attempt - Dairy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. As Freshwater looks to move away, Dairy throws a big counter combo but Freshwater just gets out of the way. Freshwater takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Freshwater looks winded! Dairy catches Freshwater with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Freshwater forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mike Dairy! Mike Dairy took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'My opponent better send his ass back to college! He isn't cut out for this life. I want to get back in here as soon as possible to continue proving I'm the best.'.
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Event:
JBL Festivus Maximus
Date: Jul 20, 2019 |
#R1# Snoozeman takes one to the side of the head.
Snoozeman throws an off balance right hand
#TD2# and Crowley counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB# Snoozeman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Crowley can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Snoozeman looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Crowley is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Snoozeman is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Snoozeman is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Crowley dives into side control.
Snoozeman sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1# Snoozeman wants to get back to full guard. Crowley takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Snoozeman regains full guard. Nicely done. Snoozeman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Crowley is one step ahead there. Snoozeman looking to control but Crowley passes into half guard.
Snoozeman is trying to control but Crowley manages to pass to mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# Snoozeman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Snoozeman is working hard here to advance position. Crowley looking to control and managing it successfully. Snoozeman wants to hold on but Crowley pushes him away. Crowley prevents Snoozeman from getting the reversal.#T3# Crowley controlling the pace for now. Snoozeman on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Snoozeman tries to get out of the position. Snoozeman wants to control but Crowley is having none of it. Snoozeman tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Crowley controlling the position easily from mount. Snoozeman is looking to improve his position but Crowley isn't that keen on the idea. Snoozeman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Snoozeman tries to hold on but Crowley pushes him away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Snoozeman tries to get back to half guard but can't. Crowley sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Snoozeman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Asmodius Crowley dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Snoozeman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crowley manages to avoid it. Snoozeman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Crowley moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Crowley steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Snoozeman. Snoozeman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Crowley. Crowley moves out of range of the strikes. Snoozeman throws a looping overhand right but Crowley ducks down to avoid it. Crowley has been the more effective fighter overall so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Snoozeman misses with the combination.
Crowley unleashes a big counter combination but Snoozeman bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Snoozeman with a nice cross.#T1# Crowley looks to throw the jab but Snoozeman is out of range. A little feinted left hand from Snoozeman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Marty Snoozeman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Snoozeman throws the left hand but Crowley avoids the punch easily. Snoozeman throws a combination that misses #TD2# and Crowley decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Snoozeman's guard. Crowley 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. Snoozeman looking to control but Crowley passes into half guard.
#T2# Snoozeman wants to control but Crowley passes into side.
Crowley takes a little break here. Snoozeman wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well. Snoozeman is trying to improve his position. Snoozeman wants to control but Crowley postures up. Snoozeman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Crowley wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3# Snoozeman trying his best to control but Crowley has mounted him. Crowley avoids the attempt from Snoozeman to control. Snoozeman is trying to escape the mount.
Snoozeman wants to control but Crowley is having none of it. Snoozeman is looking to improve his position but Crowley isn't that keen on the idea. Crowley controlling from the full mount. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Snoozeman is looking to get to half guard. Crowley avoids the attempt from Snoozeman to control. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Crowley content just to control the position here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Asmodius Crowley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3##CL2# Crowley has managed to clinch.
Snoozeman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Crowley pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2# Crowley's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Sloppy strikes from Crowley. Those never looked like landing. It looked like Snoozeman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Snoozeman lands a two punch combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Snoozeman throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL2# and Crowley moves into the clinch. Snoozeman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Crowley is defending well.#T1# Crowley stops a takedown attempt from Snoozeman.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marty Snoozeman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2# Crowley tightens his grip and picks Snoozeman up, before dumping him to the ground. Snoozeman manages to land in guard. Snoozeman tries to land a sweep but no joy. Snoozeman is trying to keep Crowley in close.
#SUB# Snoozeman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2# Snoozeman working a defensive guard but Crowley manages to pass into side control anyway.
Crowley is staying tight to Snoozeman's torso, preventing him from escaping. Snoozeman struggling a bit here. Crowley is staying tight to Snoozeman's torso, preventing him from escaping. Crowley is continuing to stall.#T3# Crowley's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Snoozeman tries to get back to half guard but can't.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Crowley tries to clinch and Snoozeman counters with a straight right hand. Snoozeman throws a right and a left that both miss. Crowley tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Snoozeman throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Crowley. Crowley looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4# Snoozeman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Crowley sees it coming and avoids it easily. Snoozeman stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Snoozeman wants it to stay on the feet. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world. Snoozeman misses with a left hand #TD2# and Crowley counters with a nice double leg into side control. Snoozeman won't be happy with that. Crowley gets to mount! Snoozeman was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Snoozeman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Crowley controlling the pace for now. Let's hope that Crowley 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.
And that's the end of the fight! Asmodius Crowley comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Crowley 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30 Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Asmodius Crowley! Marty Snoozeman was interviewed post fight and said 'Listen, I Fought This Fight Sitting At About 30%. Everybody Knows What I'm Capable Of. I Was 30% Right There And I Still Got Dominated By A Tough So-Called Nonce'.
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Event:
WPFC 17 - James vs. Arroyo
Date: Jun 29, 2019 |
#R1##TD# McKagan drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. McKagan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage. Freshwater manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2# Freshwater actively working from the bottom here. Freshwater manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2# Freshwater is looking for a triangle but McKagan pushes his legs off easily.
McKagan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Freshwater 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. McKagan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Freshwater is keeping the position for now. Freshwater looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKagan is one step ahead there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKagan passes into half guard. Freshwater is trying to maintain the position but McKagan is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB# McKagan seems to be working for a kimura but Freshwater defends the submission attempt.#T1# McKagan is stalling here. Freshwater is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! McKagan seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Freshwater has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. McKagan tries to bench press Freshwater off him but Freshwater keeps the position. McKagan gets back to half guard. McKagan manages to get to full guard.
Freshwater passes McKagan's left leg - he's now in half guard. Freshwater trying to control the action but McKagan is working from the bottom. #T2# Freshwater looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Freshwater not landing any meaningful shots this time. McKagan manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McKagan is controlling Freshwater's posture. Freshwater passes McKagan's left leg - he's now in half guard. McKagan is looking for a sweep. Freshwater is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. McKagan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McKagan.#SUB# McKagan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Freshwater passes into half guard.
McKagan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McKagan.#T3# McKagan is controlling Freshwater's posture. Freshwater pushing down on McKagan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. McKagan is looking to improve his position.
Freshwater is trying to control. McKagan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. McKagan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Freshwater's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Freshwater's back!#SUB# McKagan working for a choke but Freshwater is defending well. Freshwater is trying to break free.
#T4##SUB# McKagan is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Freshwater defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. Freshwater rolls, trying to escape but McKagan keeps control of the position.
#SUB# McKagan is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB# McKagan is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB# McKagan is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB# McKagan is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Freshwater is defending well though. McKagan let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB# McKagan is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Freshwater is defending well though. McKagan let's go of the attempt for now. McKagan is breathing heavily. Freshwater breaks McKagan's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
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 Duff McKagan will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2##TD# McKagan changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Freshwater looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. The referee asks McKagan politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. McKagan prefers to stall for the moment though. Freshwater is looking to reverse the position. Freshwater sneaks back into half guard. McKagan wants to pass to mount but Freshwater is defending the position. McKagan is controlling the pace.
Freshwater manages to get to full guard.
Freshwater keeping moving, preventing McKagan from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Freshwater is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McKagan defends well. McKagan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Freshwater is keeping the position for now. #T1# McKagan slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. McKagan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Freshwater is keeping the position for now. #SUB2# Freshwater is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McKagan defends well. McKagan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Freshwater is keeping the position for now. Duff McKagan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2# Freshwater looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McKagan passes Freshwater's right leg, so he's now in half guard. McKagan moves nicely into side control. McKagan wants to control but Freshwater is keeping him busy. #T2##SUB# McKagan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Freshwater knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Freshwater gets back to half guard.#SUB# McKagan is working for a kimura but Freshwater is defending it quite comfortably.
Freshwater regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2# Freshwater has his foot on McKagan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McKagan works his way back into a safe position though. Freshwater is breathing heavily. McKagan 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. McKagan advances position into side control! We've been informed that Freshwater has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T3##SUB# McKagan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# McKagan tries for a kimura but Freshwater is defending well. Freshwater throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
#SUB# McKagan tries for a kimura but Freshwater is defending well. Freshwater manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! McKagan tries to roll over but Freshwater keeps him under control. McKagan is trying is best to control the position here. McKagan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Freshwater is working away from the top position though.#T4# Freshwater is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for McKagan! McKagan is working to get back to half guard.
Freshwater unloads with some shots from mount but McKagan bucks and avoids them well.
McKagan is desperately trying to improve his position but Freshwater has a good base and remains in mount. McKagan is squirming around, avoiding Freshwater's attempts to control the action. McKagan is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. McKagan tries to lock up and control but Freshwater gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Joey Freshwater will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! McKagan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3##TD# McKagan shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Freshwater manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB# McKagan drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and McKagan jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. McKagan wants to control from the top but Freshwater keeps moving. #SUB2# Freshwater throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McKagan wants to control from the top but Freshwater keeps moving. Freshwater lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKagan is trying to control the position but Freshwater postures up. Freshwater tries to free his leg and advance position but McKagan is retaining full guard. McKagan pulls Freshwater in close to his closed guard and prevents Freshwater from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1# McKagan keeping moving, preventing Freshwater from controlling successfully. McKagan pulls Freshwater in to control the position. McKagan looking to control but Freshwater passes into half guard.
Freshwater is stalling here. McKagan is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Freshwater seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and McKagan has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Freshwater sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB# McKagan is trying to work for a kimura but Freshwater is defending well.
#SUB# McKagan is looking for a kimura but Freshwater is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McKagan to get the leverage. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2##SUB# McKagan is looking for a kimura but Freshwater is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McKagan to get the leverage. Freshwater is looking to improve his position.
Freshwater is not content to let McKagan control the position. McKagan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Freshwater knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Freshwater tries to get to full guard but McKagan has control of the leg. Freshwater keeps trying to improve his position. McKagan wants to free his trapped foot but Freshwater is holding on for dear life with his legs. Freshwater manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2# Freshwater is looking for a triangle but McKagan pushes his legs off easily.
#T3##SUB2# Freshwater has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McKagan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. McKagan showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Freshwater looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKagan is one step ahead there. McKagan slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB# McKagan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Freshwater knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Freshwater is looking for a sweep.#T4##SUB# McKagan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Freshwater has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB# McKagan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. McKagan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. McKagan happy to just control the position for now. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# McKagan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! McKagan is looking to take a break and control but Freshwater is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight! Duff McKagan showed his dominance in that final round. Well McKagan 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28 Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28 Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Duff McKagan! Our winner, Duff McKagan, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 12, 2019 |
#R1# Crane shoots and misses #TD# and Duggan counters with a nice double leg into guard. Duggan wants to control from the top but Crane keeps moving. Crane is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Crane wants to sweep but no luck. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Crane is on top in guard.
#REVB# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Duggan looking for a sweep. Not yet Duggan, not yet. Duggan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Crane tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1# Crane is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Crane wants to sweep but no luck. Crane wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Duggan is pushing down on Crane's leg trying to pass to half guard. Crane is fighting to maintain full guard but Duggan has managed to sneak the leg through. Crane tries to kick Duggan off but Duggan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Duggan is trying to control. Crane wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Crane is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Duggan prevents Crane from standing back up.
Crane wants to improve his position but Duggan is controlling well.
#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Duggan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Crane keeps working. Crane is looking to escape. Crane is looking for a sweep. Duggan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Duggan wants to free his trapped foot but Crane is holding on for dear life with his legs. Duggan stops Crane from getting back to his feet.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Crane is looking to chop away at Duggan's legs. #TD# Duggan shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Duggan was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Duggan is looking to take a break and control but Crane is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Crane is pushing Duggan's head away, looking to escape. Duggan manages to hold on to the position though.#T3# Crane manages to get back to half guard. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Crane is trying to stand back up but Duggan is controlling him
Duggan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Crane keeps working. Crane is trying to stand back up but Duggan is controlling him
Duggan trying to mount his opponent but Crane defends it. Crane tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Duggan manages to move to mount!
Crane slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T4##ES2# Crane manages to escape and get back to his feet! Duggan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD# Duggan feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Crane wants to get back to his feet but Duggan passes into half guard.
#REVB# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Duggan wants to pass the guard but Crane is defending well. Crane trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Duggan prevents Crane from standing back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jim Duggan dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Jab, jab by Crane - just one landing. Crane tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Duggan defends well and Crane ends up having to push Duggan into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD# Duggan shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Duggan was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Crane tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB# Duggan looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Crane wants to get back to his feet but Duggan drags him back down. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Crane prevents Duggan from moving into mount. Crane manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1##ES2# Crane kicks off Duggan and gets to his feet. #TD# Duggan shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Duggan showed some decent athleticism there. Crane is trying to escape back to his feet but Duggan uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Duggan working away. Crane wants to get back to his feet. You can see the frustration on Crane's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Crane tries to improve position but can't. Crane is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Duggan's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Duggan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Crane does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2# Duggan prevents Crane from standing back up.
Crane is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #ES2# Crane kicks Duggan off and gets back to his feet. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD# Duggan changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Crane looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Duggan working away. Crane pushes Duggan away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Duggan gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#ES2# Crane sneaks out the side door and pushes Duggan away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Crane pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Crane throws a jab when Duggan was well out of range. Crane shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Duggan as he avoids it easily. No joy there for Crane, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T3##CL# Duggan instigates a clinch. Duggan content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#BC2# Crane breaks from the clinch.
#TD# Duggan looking to score a takedown here. Crane is defending well but Duggan drives through and ends up in Crane's guard. Jim Duggan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Duggan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Crane is keeping the position for now. Duggan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Crane wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Duggan manages to pass to side control. Crane is trying to stand up here but Duggan is controlling him well. Duggan trying to control the action but Crane is working from the bottom. Duggan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Crane knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T4# Duggan controlling the action here. Crane is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Duggan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Duggan's back!#SUB2# Crane is persistently looking for the submission but Duggan is defending it well.
Crane softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Duggan staying busy and making it hard for Crane to control. Crane throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2# Crane is looking for a rear naked choke here but Duggan reverses the position brilliantly into Crane's guard!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ichabod Crane showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Duggan slips a jab from Crane. Crane throws a jab but it's blocked by Duggan. Crane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Duggan moves away.#TD# Duggan manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Crane on his heels. He'll look to pass Crane's guard now, I'm sure. Duggan pushing down on Crane's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Crane is trying to stand back up but Duggan is controlling him
Crane wants to get back to full guard but Duggan has mounted him! Crane sneaks a leg under to get to half guard. Crane is looking for a sweep. Duggan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Duggan is looking to take a break and control but Crane is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1# Crane is trying to stand up here but Duggan is controlling him well. Duggan trying to pass the guard but Crane defending well. #ES2# Crane manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Duggan keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. Crane changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Duggan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#TD# Crane gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Duggan to score an easy takedown into full guard. Duggan stops Crane from standing up. #T2##ES2# Crane wriggles free and stands up. #TD# Crane tries to sprawl but Duggan drives through with a takedown into half guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Duggan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Crane knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Crane is trying to stand back up but Duggan is controlling him
#ES2# Crane has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Duggan is on him like a limpet, forcing Crane back against the cage. Duggan trying to stall but Crane improves his position.
Crane has Duggan pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Duggan manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Duggan wants to stall.
#T3# Duggan prevents the takedown attempt.
Jim Duggan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ichabod Crane. Duggan stalling in the clinch but Crane improves position. Crane wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Duggan has him pressed against the cage. Crane wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD# Duggan has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Crane regains guard immediately. #ES2# Crane uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Crane takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD# Duggan fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Crane to the ground. Duggan is now in Crane's guard. Duggan trying to control but Crane is working from the bottom. Crane has control of Duggan's left arm, preventing Duggan from doing any damage. Duggan is standing up over Crane. Crane looks to escape but Duggan dives into side control.
#T4# Duggan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. Crane tries to buck Duggan off but Duggan is having none of it. Crane manages to work his way to half guard, despite Duggan's best efforts. 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! Crane is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Crane is trying to stand back up but Duggan is controlling him
Crane holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. Duggan trying to mount his opponent but Crane defends it. Crane is trying to stand back up but Duggan is controlling him
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Ichabod Crane. I think Crane 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29 Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29 Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ichabod Crane! Ichabod Crane took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Power Matrix Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 10, 2019 |
#R1# Edson is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Crowley lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Crowley throws a series of punches but Edson avoids them all with ease. Edson throws a head kick that misses #TD2# and Crowley counters with a takedown into side control. #ES# Edson sneaks out the side door and pushes Crowley away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Edson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Crowley swivels and escapes. Crowley is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Edson misses with a head kick.
Edson misses with a double jab
#TD2# and Crowley counters with a nice double leg into guard. Crowley sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1# Crowley pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Edson is keeping the position for now. Crowley controls from within his opponent's guard. Let's hope that Crowley 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.#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Edson tries to land a sweep but no joy. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Edson thows a body kick. Crowley tries to catch it but that hurt him. Edson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Edson misses with a head kick.
Edson fails to land the takedown. Edson throws a body kick that misses #TD2# and Crowley counters with a shoot takedown. Edson fights it but they end up in guard. Edson is wriggling around but Crowley manages to pass to half guard.
#T3# Crowley keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Crowley is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Edson is looking for a sweep. Crowley is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Crowley performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Edson wants to improve his position but Crowley is controlling well.
Crowley controlling the pace. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Crowley prevents Edson from improving his position. Edson is looking to control Crowley's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Edson avoid being mounted?#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Edson throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2# and Crowley counters with a shoot takedown. Edson fights it but they end up in guard. #ES# Edson manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage. Crowley drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Edson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Edson has Crowley pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Crowley manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Asmodius Crowley will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Edson throws a combination that misses #TD2# and Crowley counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Crowley. Edson is trying to keep Crowley in close.
Edson being controlled here, momentarily. Crowley won't allow Edson to sweep him here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Edson wants to stand and escape but Crowley is having none of it. Crowley content to stall in guard here. Crowley stops Edson from standing up. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Asmodius Crowley has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1# Crowley is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Crowley stuffs the takedown attempt from Edson. Edson gets slowly back to his feet. Edson thows a leg kick but Crowley checks it #TD2# so Crowley counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Crowley controlling from the top position. #T2# Edson is looking to stand up but Crowley isn't so interested in that idea. Crowley is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Crowley prevents Edson from getting back to his feet. #T3##REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Edson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Crowley swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL# Edson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Crowley, pushing him back against the cage. Crowley wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD2# Crowley tightens his grip and picks Edson up, before dumping him to the ground. Edson manages to land in guard. Edson 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. Edson is working hard here to advance position.#T4# Crowley showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Edson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Crowley dives into side control.
Edson pushes Crowley away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Crowley gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Asmodius Crowley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round! #R3# Edson misses with a takedown attempt #CL2# and Crowley counters into the clinch. Nicely done. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Edson takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Edson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC# Edson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Edson misses with a combination
#TD2# and Crowley counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Crowley. Edson is wriggling around but Crowley manages to pass to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REVR# Crowley is taking a breather. Edson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T1# Edson won't allow Crowley to pass to mount. Edson pushes Crowley off looking to stand but Crowley dives back in and keeps control.
Edson is controlling Crowley's position as best he can from this difficult position. Crowley is taking a breather. Edson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something. We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Crowley.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Crowley stops Edson from getting back to his feet.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Edson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2# so Crowley counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Edson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Crowley controls the pace. Edson is looking to stand up but Crowley isn't so interested in that idea. #T3# Edson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Crowley dives into side control.
Edson is looking for a sweep. Edson can't do much from the bottom here. Crowley controls the position.#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. Edson tries to buck Crowley off but Crowley is having none of it. Crowley is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Edson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Edson tries to improve position but can't. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Edson throws a sloppy head kick #TD2# and Crowley counters with a shoot takedown. Edson fights it but they end up in guard. Edson tries to land a sweep but no joy. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Edson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Crowley controls the pace. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight! Asmodius Crowley comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Crowley 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 Josh West scores the fight 27:30 Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30 Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Asmodius Crowley!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 07, 2019 |
#R1# Biter lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CUT# It looks like Artur Kasza has been cut. Biter looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Biter throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Kasza stumbling backwards into the cage! Kasza bounces back off the cage towards Biter, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! Biter lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! Biter celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Avi Biter! A victorious Avi Biter thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 05, 2019 |
#R1##TD2# And Win A closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES# Crane sneaks out the side door and pushes And Win A away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. And Win A looks to land a combination. Crane sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2# And Win A drives through with a takedown into Crane's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES# Crane has his feet on And Win A's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #TD2# And Win A closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Crane to the mat! Crane manages to get full guard. #ES# The fighters are working up against the cage. Crane manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#TD# Crane gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, And Win A regains guard.
Crane wants to control from the top but And Win A keeps moving. Crane tries to free his leg and advance position but And Win A is retaining full guard. Crane sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed And Win A's guard. Crane uses his free foot to push down on And Win A's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for And Win A. Crane lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Crane thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
#T1# You get the feeling that And Win A really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Crane with the ground and pound from mount. And Win A looks winded! Whack. That's a big, big shot from Crane! And Win A is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ichabod Crane! Ichabod Crane really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Power Matrix Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
WPFC 11 - Majere vs. James III
Date: May 18, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# Hill rushes Freshwater and presses him up against the cage.#BC2# Hill breaks the clinch.
Freshwater tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hill sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Freshwater somewhat. Freshwater looks to land a left hand but Hill moved out of range nicely. Freshwater chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hill can pounce on him.
#CL2# Hill has managed to clinch.
Hill is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#BC2# Hill manages to break the clinch.
Freshwater checks a leg kick nicely. Hill throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Hill forces Freshwater back against the cage and clinches. Freshwater tries for a takedown. No joy.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hill creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Hill gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Freshwater.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Freshwater. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2# Hill escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T1# Freshwater avoids a kick to the body.
#CL2# Hill clinches up with Freshwater and pushes him back against the cage. Hill misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Freshwater.
Freshwater is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hill pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2# Hill manages to break the clinch.
Freshwater avoids the head kick by Hill.
Hill smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Freshwater displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hill throws out the jab. Freshwater attempts a counter takedown but Hill avoids it well and moves away. Hill loads up on a big right hand but Freshwater slips the punch. Hill connects with the punch.#CL2# Hill rushes Freshwater and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Freshwater blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Hill scores with a shoulder strike. #T2##BC2# Hill breaks the clinch.
Hill has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#CL2# Hill forces Freshwater back against the cage and clinches. Freshwater tries for a takedown but Hill manages to get underhooks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Freshwater can't get the takedown.
Freshwater drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hill lands a nice uppercut. Freshwater content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Hill scores with a shot to the side of Freshwater's head. Hill lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hill. Freshwater is breathing heavily.#BC2# Hill breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Freshwater looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Hill jabs Freshwater to the body, keeping him at a distance. Freshwater takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL2# Hill moves into the clinch.#T3##BC2# Hill breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Freshwater takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2# Hill has closed the distance and engaged Freshwater in a clinch.
Freshwater is working for takedown but Hill is calmly controlling the position for now. Hill will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Freshwater up against the cage. Hill lands a knee to the head.
#CUT2# It looks like Joey Freshwater has been cut. Freshwater is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hill pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2# Hill pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Hill moves into the clinch.#BC2# Hill breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Hill lands a nice leg kick that just misses Freshwater's sensitive parts. A slapping leg kick lands for Hill.
Hill throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
#T4# Hill throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Freshwater. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill connects with a solid leg kick. Hill tries a head kick but it misses.
Freshwater attempts a counter takedown but Hill avoids it well and moves away.#CL2# Hill clinches up against the cage. Hill prevents a takedown attempt there.
#BC2# Hill breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hill changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Hill throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CL2# Hill gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2# Hill's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Hill lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Hill connects with an inside leg kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brady Hill dominated that round. The cut man is working on Joey Freshwater's cut. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Freshwater closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Hill has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Hill throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Freshwater is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Hill. Hill tries a head kick but it misses.
Hill darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Good leg kick by Hill there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#CL2# Hill rushes Freshwater and presses him up against the cage.#TD# Freshwater jumps guard.
#SUB# Freshwater is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hill really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Freshwater. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Hill is looking to stand up but Freshwater won't let him. Hill pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Freshwater is keeping the position for now. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Freshwater is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T1# Freshwater passes to side control. Hill gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Hill is looking to get to half guard. Freshwater landing strikes from the mount and Hill is in trouble! Hill working to try and regain half guard.
Hill is squirming around, avoiding Freshwater's attempts to control the action. Hill is looking to improve his position but Freshwater isn't that keen on the idea.#T2# Hill keeps trying to improve his position. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hill can do anything to dispel that myth. Hill taking shots to the head. Hill tries to reverse the position but Freshwater maintains control. Hill swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. #SUB# Freshwater is working for a guillotine from mount but Hill frees his head quite easily.
Freshwater tries to control but Hill wriggling away. #T3# Hill tries to lock up and control but Freshwater gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Hill is squirming around, avoiding Freshwater's attempts to control the action. #SUB# Freshwater goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Hill is on top in guard.
Freshwater keeping full guard, as Hill tries to pass. #T4# Hill won't allow Freshwater to sweep him here. Hill working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Freshwater's head. Freshwater avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Freshwater keeping full guard, as Hill tries to pass. Hill has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Freshwater preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB# Freshwater looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB# Freshwater escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hill gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Hill preventing the sweep. 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 Joey Freshwater will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Joey Freshwater's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Hill misses with a few strikes there.
Freshwater checks a leg kick. Freshwater attempts a counter takedown but Hill avoids it well and moves away. Hill misses the shot to the body. As Hill backs away, Freshwater returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#CL2# Hill clinches. Hill scores with a shot to the side of Freshwater's head. Freshwater wants a takedown.
#BC2# Hill's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Hill tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2# Hill rushes Freshwater and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2# Hill's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Hill throws a sloppy head kick and Freshwater moves out of range easily. #CL2# Hill clinches up with Freshwater and pushes him back against the cage. Freshwater goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hill prevents it.
Freshwater's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1# Hill utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#BC2# Hill manages to break the clinch.
#CL2# Hill gets a clinch. #BC2# Hill pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Brady Hill seems to be getting the better of the standup. Hill misses with a body shot.
Hill throws a body shot but no joy. Hill pushes Freshwater away with a front kick. Hill goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Freshwater attempts a counter takedown but Hill avoids it well and moves away.#CL2# Freshwater tries to keep at a distance but Hill has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2# Hill breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2# Freshwater takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Hill throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Freshwater tries to counter with a takedown but Hill is quick to defend against it. Freshwater checks a leg kick nicely. Hill looks for the body kick but Freshwater saw that one coming. Freshwater tries to counter with a takedown but Hill is quick to defend against it. Hill scores to the head and body with a nice combination! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2# Freshwater gets tackled into the cage by Hill. Hill maintains the clinch. Brady Hill seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Hill scores with a shoulder strike. Freshwater tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Freshwater. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2# Hill's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Freshwater tries to keep at a distance but Hill has taken the fight into the clinch. Hill tries a body shot but Freshwater blocks it.
Freshwater tries for a takedown. No joy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3# Hill lands a good knee to the midsection. Freshwater won't want to take too many of those. Freshwater is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hill gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC2# Hill breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Nice cross by Hill. Hill moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2# Hill closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Freshwater is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hill pulls him back up using the underhooks. Hill controlling the action here for a moment.
#BC2# Hill's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Hill throws a leg kick but Freshwater checks it. #CL2# Hill moves into the clinch successfully.
Freshwater wants to take the fight to the mat but Hill manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T4##BC2# Hill pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Hill throws a low kick, looking for Freshwater's leg but Freshwater calmly moves out of range. Hill throws a shot to the body.
Brady Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Hill has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC2# Hill manages to break the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill misses with a head kick.
Freshwater half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2# Hill clinches. Hill comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Freshwater is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hill pulls him back up using the underhooks. Hill works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hill. Hill lands an elbow that stopped Freshwater in his tracks for a moment. #BC2# Hill pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Hill rushes Freshwater and presses him up against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight! Brady Hill comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Hill 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 John Roberts scores the fight 26:29 Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 26:29 Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brady Hill!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 05, 2019 |
#R1# Penn fakes the leg kick and cracks Crowley in the body. James Penn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Penn lands with a good body shot. Crowley moves forwards but Penn connects with a nice, crisp jab. Crowley moves out of range of the strikes. Crowley drops down looking for a counter takedown but Penn sprawls and moves away. Penn throws a head kick that misses. Crowley shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Penn counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2# It looks like Asmodius Crowley has been cut. Penn throws a right hand that Crowley ducks under and follows up with a left that Crowley also avoids with ease. Crowley appears to be looking for a counter takedown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A good leg kick by Penn. Crowley throws a right and a left that both miss. Penn is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. The fighters circle, before Penn throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Crowley's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Penn lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). James Penn! A victorious James Penn thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 05, 2019 |
#R1# Crane lands with a thumping leg kick.
Gomez dives in for a single leg takedown but Crane sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Gomez doesn't manage to clinch there - Crane circles away.
Crane connects with a leg kick. Gomez looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Gomez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Gomez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Gomez fails with the takedown and Crane counters with a straight right hand. Ichabod Crane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Luis Gomez. Gomez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Crane swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Crane. Gomez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Crane. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Gomez is not content to let Crane control the position. Crane works to advance to full mount. Gomez defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Crane lands a heavy elbow. #T1# Crane landing strikes from the mount.#ROC# Gomez is rocked!#SUB# Crane has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Gomez is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ichabod Crane! Ichabod Crane gave a mention to Power Matrix Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
BFF 69: Badass vs. Nordon
Date: Apr 27, 2019 |
#R1# Kasza avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Banda throws out a loose jab but Kasza uses good head movement to avoid it. Kasza is looking to counter the offense by Banda and move into the clinch. Kasza fails with a takedown attempt. Banda's coach down at Holding Cell was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Banda's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL2# Banda clinches up with Kasza and pushes him back against the ropes. Banda scores with a shot to the side of Kasza's head. Kasza drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Banda gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Kasza tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Artur Kasza. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kasza has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Banda avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. A short right from Banda on the inside. Banda is pressed up against the ropes. Kasza has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Banda down to the mat. Banda avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2# Banda gets in close and instigates a clinch. Banda is working Kasza over against the ropes. Kasza is breathing heavily. Kasza is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though. Kasza definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1# Banda is stalling here.
Banda lands an uppercut. Banda lands with a right to the head. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Banda. Banda is struggling to control the position. Banda lands a body punch. A short body shot lands from Banda as the two fighters clinch.
Banda lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kasza backwards. Banda is leaning against Kasza and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Banda pushes Kasza back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head. Banda lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kasza tries for a takedown but Banda manages to get underhooks.
A short right from Banda. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Banda lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes. Banda pushes Kasza back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2# Kasza is rocked! Banda dips a shoulder and cracks Kasza with a mighty uppercut! Kasza falls back against the ropes and Banda unloads with a barrage of strikes! Kasza is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the ropes! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Banda screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lexington Banda! Lexington Banda thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2019 |
#R1# Nice body kick there by Penn.#KD# Penn cracks Crowley with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Crowley looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Penn finish him?
#CUT# It looks like Asmodius Crowley has been cut. Crowley takes one to the side of the head.
#ROC# Crowley is rocked! Penn lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). James Penn! James Penn decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 22, 2019 |
#R1##TD2# Freshwater gets caught flat footed, as And Win D shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. And Win D lands a couple of elbows. Hammerfist, elbow! yells And Win D's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB# And Win D is posturing up here but Freshwater has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! And Win D tries to roll out but it's too tight and And Win D has to tap! Slick submission there by Freshwater!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joey Freshwater! An out of breath Joey Freshwater thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 22, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# Tea moves into the clinch.#BC# Crane manages to break the clinch.
Crane darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Tea gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Crane counters with a one-two to the body. Crane connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Crane keeps Tea at a distance using the push kick. Crane lands a nice shot that snaps Tea's head back.
Tea goes for a double leg but Crane avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Crane continues to drive forward. Tea fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Crane tries to counter with a takedown but Tea is quick to defend against it. Ichabod Crane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ice Tea.#TD# Crane feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Crane trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Crane stands and throws Tea's legs to the side, diving into side control. Tea wants to control but Crane postures up. A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB# Crane is trying to get an arm triangle but Tea is defending well. #T1# Crane has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Tea! Tea is working to get back to half guard.
Crane landing strikes from the mount. Tea is wriggling around trying to escape.
Crane landing strikes, looking to finish! Tea really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB# Crane has control of Tea's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Tea regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Crane controlling from mount. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tea is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.#T2##SUB# Crane working for a submission but Tea is keeping him at bay. Crane prevents Tea from getting the reversal. Crane raining down hammerfists from mount. Tea is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes. Crane 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. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Crane content just to control the position here. Tea tries to hold on but Crane pushes him away. Tea has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it. Crane controlling from the full mount. Crane unloading with bombs! Tea sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though. Crane is pressing down on Tea's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tea is holding on for now. Crane is controlling the pace.
#SUB2# Tea is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crane pulls his head out easily. Crane is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3##SUB2# Tea looking for submissions off his back. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Crane wants to take a breather but Tea is having none of it. Crane is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB# Crane is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tea defends it well. #SUB# Crane is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tea is just riding it out for now. Crane eventually gives up the hold. Tea is in trouble now - Crane has advanced to mount! Crane can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tea is looking to escape. #T4##SUB# Crane has control of Tea's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Tea regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Crane is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Tea can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Tea tries to hold on but Crane postures up. Crane lands a couple of good shots and Tea has given up his back, trying to escape the position! Tea is trying to stand back up. #SUB# Crane looking for the choke from the back. #SUB# Crane working for a choke but Tea is defending well. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB# Crane looking for the RNC. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ichabod Crane dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Crane lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Crane. Crane scores with a nice strike. Crane lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Crane connects with a single shot there. Ichabod Crane is winning the standup battle so far. Tea slips a jab and a cross from Crane.
Tea fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Tea drops his hands momentarily and Crane takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tea looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Crane is fending him off so far but Tea persists. Nope, Crane circles away and we're back to standing. It looked like Crane was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Crane is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tea can do to turn this around? Crane stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Crane wants it to stay on the feet. Ichabod Crane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ice Tea. Tea shoots in looking for a takedown. Crane tries to sprawl out of it but Tea keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Crane manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Crane scores with a decent looking hook.#T1# Crane connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL2# Tea has closed the distance and engaged Crane in a clinch.
#BC# Crane breaks from the clinch.
Crane throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Tea darts in looking for a takedown but Crane gets double underhooks and turns Tea into the cage. Crane connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Tea goes for a double leg but Crane avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Crane continues to drive forward. Nice uppercut lands for Crane. That snapped Tea's head back.
Crane scores with a one two! Tea had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Crane catches Tea with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T2# Crane comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2# Tea instigates a clinch. #BC# Crane breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Crane cracks Tea with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Crane scores with a nice strike. Crane throws a sloppy head kick and Tea moves out of range easily. A chopping leg kick lands by Crane. A combination from Crane does no damage. And Tea tries to counter it with a takedown but Crane pushes his down on his head and steps out. Crane scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Crane throws a nice looking combination but Tea bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2# Tea feints and as Crane raises his hands in defense, Tea changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2# Tea drops back looking for a leg! Crane is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Crane manages to kick Tea off! Tea jumps back into Crane's guard. #T3# Tea trying to control but Crane is working from the bottom. Crane has Tea pulled in close to control his posture. Tea must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#ES# Crane scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Tea takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CL2# Tea pushes Crane up against the cage in a clinch. Tea wants a takedown.
#BC# Crane's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4##TD# Crane closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tea's guard. Crane wants to control from the top but Tea keeps moving. Crane passes into half guard. Crane is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2# Tea looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Crane is trying to control. Tea wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB# Crane is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Crane trying to control from half guard but Tea is working away. Tea is trying to stand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ichabod Crane dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R3# Tea is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Crane. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tea is defended easily by Crane. Tea fails with a takedown attempt. Tea looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Ichabod Crane is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Crane throws out a powerful jab. A left and a right from Crane both land. Nice combination. #T1# A low kick from Crane misses #TD2# and Tea counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2# Tea thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2# Tea looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Crane is trying to buck Tea off. Tea is looking to take a break and control but Crane is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #ES# Crane throws Tea to one side and escapes! Crane throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tea on the side of the head. Crane connects with a leg kick. Tea looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tea misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Ichabod Crane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ice Tea.#T2# A good leg kick by Crane. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Crane jabs Tea to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL2# Tea gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD# Crane pulls guard. Crane keeping moving, preventing Tea from controlling successfully. Crane wants to get back to his feet but Tea is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Tea tries to free his leg and advance position but Crane is retaining full guard. Tea being controlled here momentarily. #T3# Crane looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Crane wants to stand up but Tea is controlling him. Crane has control of Tea's left arm, preventing Tea from doing any damage. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD# Crane closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Crane lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2# Tea pushes a forearm under Crane's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Crane is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ice Tea! An out of breath Ice Tea thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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