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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Checkmate Championship 5
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Schiff walks into a left hand. Makowski looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this! Schiff throws a shot to the body.
Schiff throws a shot from downtown. Makowski moves away and avoids it. Makowski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Schiff finds it's way round the side to connect with Makowski's head. #CUT2#It looks like Karol Makowski has been cut. Schiff ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Schiff fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Makowski takes a shot right to the bread basket. Schiff throws a lazy right hand but Makowski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. A slow jab from Schiff misses its intended target. Schiff jabs Makowski to the body, keeping him at a distance. Makowski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Schiff misses with a looping left. Makowski takes one to the side of the head.
#KD2# Schiff cracks Makowski with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Makowski looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Schiff finish him?
#ROC2#Makowski is rocked! Schiff wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Oh Makowski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Schiff looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Crack! Schiff connects with the perfect overhand right and Makowski falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Schiff !
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Adam Schiff ! Adam Schiff made sure to mention his sponsor, Brooklyn Apothecary in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Checkmate Championship 5
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Kowalski defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kindzal. Kindzal throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kindzal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kowalski scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL# Kindzal moves into the clinch successfully.
Kowalski throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kindzals head. Kowalski is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Kindzal goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kowalski working some nice short punches in the clinch. Kowalski throws a punch but it's blocked by Kindzal. #BC# Kindzal's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Kowalski has managed to clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kowalski throws an elbow but misses. #BC2# Kowalski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kowalski stuffs the takedown.#TD# Kowalski gets caught flat footed, as Kindzal shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Kowalski looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kindzal throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1# Kowalski wants to hit a sweep here but Kindzal passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kowalski there! Kindzal putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#SU# Kindzal is standing up, even though he is in mount. Kindzal throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2# Kowalski instigates a clinch. Kowalski prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abunazir Kindzal. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2# Kowalski manages to break the clinch.
Kindzal fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kowalski looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2# Kowalski moves into range and clinches up with Kindzal.#T2# Kindzal is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC# Kindzal breaks from the clinch.
Kowalski misses with an attempted mid kick.
#CL2# Kowalski gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC# Kindzal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Kowalski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kowalski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kindzal goes for a takedown attempt but Kowalski pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kowalski lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CL2# Kowalski closes the distance and pushes Kindzal back into the cage. Kindzal will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kowalski up against the cage. Kindzal is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
#T3##BC# Kindzal breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Kowalski gets a clinch. Stalling in the clinch from Kindzal.
Kindzal stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Kindzal drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kowalski pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kowalski pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. As Kowalski tries to get set, Kindzal tries to push him back and clinch up but Kowalski manages to avoid the attempt. No luck for Kindzal with that takedown attempt. Kindzal tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kowalski swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4# Kindzal doesn't manage to clinch there - Kowalski circles away.
Despite the aggression on Kowalski's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Kindzal fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kindzal. Kindzal lands a head kick!
Kindzal is breathing heavily. Kowalski swinging wildly here.
Nice uppercut there from Kowalski. Kowalski throws a right hand that Kindzal ducks under and follows up with a left that Kindzal also avoids with ease. Kindzal misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Kindzal throws a leg kick but Kowalski sees it coming and moves out of range. It seemed like Kowalski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Kowalski dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Kowalski throws a nice looking combination but Kindzal bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Kowalski misses with a double jab.
Kowalski stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kowalski wants it to stay on the feet. Kowalski stuffs the takedown attempt from Kindzal. Kindzal gets slowly back to his feet. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kowalski! But no joy.#CL2# Kindzal gets tackled into the cage by Kowalski. Kowalski maintains the clinch. #BC# Kindzal breaks the clinch.
Abunazir Kindzal is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. A looping hook to the body misses from Kowalski. Kindzal does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2# Kowalski drives through and clinches with Kindzal against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kowalski tries to work over Kindzal's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Kowalski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kowalski takes an elbow to the forehead. Kindzal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kowalski's elbow. #T1##BC# Kindzal manages to break the clinch.
Kowalski misses with a jab, cross combination.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Kowalski is breathing heavily. Kindzal has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#TD# Kindzal shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kowalski's guard. Kowalski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Kindzal engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Kindzal is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Kowalski keeping moving, preventing Kindzal from controlling successfully. #T2# Kowalski throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#ES2# Kowalski has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Kindzal has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD# Kindzal gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Kowalski regains guard.
#ES2# Kowalski pushes Kindzal off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2# Kowalski clinches up with Kindzal and pushes him back against the cage.#T3# Kowalski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kowalski throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kindzal blocks it with crossed arms. #BC# Kindzal manages to break the clinch.
Kowalski throws a nice looking combination but Kindzal bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL2# Kowalski clinches. #BC# Kindzal breaks from the clinch.
Jan Kowalski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Kindzal tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kowalski defends well and Kindzal ends up having to push Kowalski into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Kowalski lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abunazir Kindzal. That's going to take a lot out of him. Kindzal scores with a head kick.
Kowalski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2# Kowalski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kindzal, pushing him back against the cage. Kowalski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Kindzal wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC2# Kowalski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Kindzal shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kowalski as he avoids it easily. As Kindzal backs off Kowalski throws a huge counter combo but Kindzal manages to avoid it all.#T4##CL2# Kowalski has closed the distance and engaged Kindzal in a clinch.
#BC# Kindzal manages to break the clinch.
#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2# Kowalski manages to break the clinch.
Kindzal showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kowalski.
#CL2# Kowalski darts in and clinches Kindzal up against the cage. Kowalski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kindzal's elbow. #TD# Kindzal manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SU2# Kowalski decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Kowalski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! 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# Kowalski stuffs the takedown. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kindzal is defended easily by Kowalski. Kowalski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Kindzal fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Kowalski takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kindzal looks for the body kick but Kowalski saw that one coming. #CL2# Kowalski moves into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2# Kowalski breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Kowalski moves into the clinch. Kowalski throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kindzals head. Kindzal controlling the action here for a moment.
#T1# Kowalski misses with a short punch on the inside. Kindzal blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kindzal stalling.
#BC# Kindzal escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kowalski fails to land with a series of punches.
Kowalski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Kowalski stuffs the takedown. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abunazir Kindzal. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Kowalski rushes Kindzal and presses him up against the cage.#BC# Kindzal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Kowalski has managed to clinch.
Kindzal swings wildly with an uppercut but Kowalski uses good head movement to avoid it. Kowalski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2##BC# Kindzal breaks from the clinch.
#TD# Kindzal decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Kindzal prevents Kowalski from standing back up.
Kindzal trying to control from half guard but Kowalski is working away. Kindzal not landing any meaningful shots this time. 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! Kindzal with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Kindzal 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. Kowalski pushes Kindzal off looking to stand but Kindzal dives back in and keeps control.
#T3# Kindzal is keen to just control but Kowalski is a slippery customer.#SUB# Kindzal is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kindzal blocks the strikes from Kowalski.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Kindzal throws a right and a left that both miss. Kindzal fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kowalski avoids it really well and circles away. Kindzal misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Kindzal is looking to clinch but Kowalski is avoiding it.
#T4# Kowalski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#CL2# Kowalski moves into the clinch successfully.
Kowalski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kindzal tries to pull guard but Kowalski forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Kowalski stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Kowalski with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Kowalski fails to land. Kowalski throws a punch but it's blocked by Kindzal. #BC# Kindzal breaks from the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kindzal fails with a takedown attempt. Despite the aggression on Kowalski's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Abunazir Kindzal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jan Kowalski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Kowalski connects with a looping right hand.
And that's the end of the fight! Jan Kowalski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Kowalski 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30 Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30 Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jan Kowalski! |
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Event:
Checkmate Championship 4
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Nice takedown defense from Lis. No joy for Donegal on that attempt. Donegal with a poor takedown #CL# and Lis counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Donegal is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Lis pulls him back up using the underhooks. Gustaw Lis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Danny Donegal. Donegal drops down looking for an ankle pick but Lis pulls his leg out and moves away.
Donegal shoots in but doesn't get the takedown letting Lis counter with a right hand. Donegal misses with a takedown attempt letting Lis counter with a right hand. Lis connects with a single shot there.#CL# Lis darts in and clinches Donegal up against the cage. Donegal has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lis avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Donegal's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Donegal can't get the takedown.
Donegal looks winded! The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Lis really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Donegal tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lis smiles and moves away.
Donegal misses with a takedown attempt #CL# and Lis counters by moving into the clinch. Donegal has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Lis after a bit of a struggle. 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!#TD# Lis works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Lis engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Donegal wants to sweep but no luck. #T1# Lis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Donegal is keeping the position for now. Lis advances position into side control!#SUB# Lis in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Donegal is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gustaw Lis! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 25, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Tsai lands a nice looking body shot.
#CL2# Zawadzki drives through and clinches with Tsai against the cage.
Zawadzki is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Stalling in the clinch from Tsai.
Tsai really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. A short right from Tsai on the inside. Tsai's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Tsai lands on the inside with an uppercut. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tsai. Tsai keeps control of Zawadzki as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Tsai pushes Zawadzki back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Tsai lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Zawadzki takes a shot to the head. A nice right hand lands inside from Tsai. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tsai stalling in the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Zawadzki throws an elbow but misses. Tsai lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Zawadzki.#T1# Zawadzki effectively controlling the action here. Tsai lands on the inside with an uppercut. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Zawadzki connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tsai's face.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tsai. Zawadzki wants to break free but Tsai has control.
Tsai working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A left hand lands to the body for Tsai.
Tsai stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. A left hand lands to the body for Tsai.
Zawadzki has had enough of the clinch but Tsai keeps him there for the moment. A right handed body shot lands from Tsai.
Tsai has Zawadzki pressed against the cage.
Tsai controlling the action here for a moment.
#T2# Tsai digs a right hand underneath Zawadzki's ribcage. Zawadzki let out a lung full of air as it connected. Tsai managing to block the knees to the body from Zawadzki.
Zawadzki is trying to push Tsai away but Tsai has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Stalling in the clinch from Tsai.
Tsai stalls. Tsai lands a body punch in the clinch. Zawadzki tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tsai lands a nice uppercut. A short right from Tsai. Tsai lands with a right to the head. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Good body shot from Tsai.
Tsai is stalling here.
Zawadzki missing with knees to the body.
#T3# Zawadzki wants to stall.
The referee calls for Tsai to work.
Zawadzki is trying to break the clinch but Tsai has him pressed against the cage. #BC2# Zawadzki breaks the clinch.
#CL# Tsai has Zawadzki up against the cage in a clinch.
Zawadzki's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tsai lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Zawadzki. Nice body punch from Tsai. Zawadzki missing with knees to the body.
Tsai pushes Zawadzki back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tsai managing to block the knees to the body from Zawadzki.
Zawadzki looks winded! Tsai pushes Zawadzki back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Tsai works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T4# Tsai working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tsai. Zawadzki looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Tsai is working Zawadzki over against the cage. A body shot lands from Tsai.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Zawadzki is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tsai. Zawadzki takes a shot to the head. Tsai lands a body punch. Tsai pressing his opponent against the cage. Tsai lands a body shot. Tsai on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short right from Tsai on the inside. Tsai scores with a shoulder strike. A left hand lands to the body for Tsai.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lin Tsai dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL# Tsai moves into range and clinches up with Zawadzki. A left hand lands to the body for Tsai.
Tsai lands with a right to the head. Stalling in the clinch from Tsai.
Tsai lands with a short head shot on the inside. Tsai taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tsai lands a body punch. Tsai leaning his opponent against the cage. Tsai digs a right hand underneath Zawadzki's ribcage. Zawadzki let out a lung full of air as it connected. Tsai stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zawadzki missing with knees to the body.
Lin Tsai has scored more points in the clinch so far. A short uppercut from Tsai. A body shot lands from Tsai.
Zawadzki takes a shot to the head. Tsai holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Zawadzki is breathing heavily.#T1# Tsai scores with an uppercut up the middle. Zawadzki's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Zawadzki wants to break the clinch but can't.
A left hand lands to the body for Tsai.
Tsai prevents Zawadzki from breaking the clinch. Tsai lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Zawadzki or not. Tsai lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Zawadzki misses with an elbow over the top. Tsai lands with a short shot to the head. Tsai lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Zawadzki backwards. Tsai lands with a left to the head. Tsai effectively controlling the action here. Tsai lands with a short head shot on the inside. A hook to the body from Tsai.
Tsai gets through Zawadzki's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Tsai works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tsai stalling in the clinch.
Tsai lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tsai cracks Zawadzki with a nice body shot. Tsai content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Good body shot from Tsai.
Tsai lands a hook to the side of the head. Tsai slows down the pace here.
A bit of stalling here from Tsai.
Tsai lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Zawadzki or not. A right handed body shot lands from Tsai.
A short right from Tsai. #T3# Tsai is stalling here.
A nice left hand lands by Tsai.
Tsai lands a nice uppercut. Tsai digs a right hand into Zawadzki's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Zawadzki's gas tank. A hook to the body from Tsai.
Tsai throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Tsai lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Zawadzki backwards. Tsai leaning against his opponent.
Tsai lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tsai lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tsai lands a nice shot to the body. Tsai works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tsai lands a nice uppercut. Good body shot from Tsai.
This has been an exciting period of action! Nice body punch from Tsai - that landed with a thud.
#T4# Tsai lands a shot to the body. A hook to the body from Tsai.
Tsai has Zawadzki pushed against the cage. Tsai stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Tsai lands a nice shot to the body. Tsai gets through Zawadzki's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Tsai lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Tsai leaning his opponent against the cage. A short body shot lands from Tsai as the two fighters clinch.
Tsai lands a right hand. Zawadzki being controlled against the cage. Tsai works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lin Tsai dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL# Tsai moves into the clinch. Tsai lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tsai lands with a short shot to the head. Zawadzki goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tsai lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zawadzki backwards. Tsai managing to block the knees to the body from Zawadzki.
The referee calls for Tsai to work.
A right hook to the body lands for Tsai.
Tsai leaning against his opponent.
Tsai lands with a right to the head. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tsai. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tsai blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Zawadzki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Tsai lands on the inside with an uppercut. Zawadzki working hard to break the clinch. Tsai lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T1# Tsai lands a shot to the body. Tsai's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Tsai stalling against the cage.
Tsai gets a warning from the ref for wasting time. A right hook to the body lands for Tsai.
Zawadzki struggles to land a body shot inside as Tsai controls his hands.
Zawadzki takes a shot to the head. Good body shot from Tsai.
A left hand lands to the body for Tsai.
Tsai scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tsai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Tsai.
Nice body punch from Tsai. Nice body punch from Tsai - that landed with a thud.
#T2# Tsai slowing the pace effectively. A short body shot lands from Tsai as the two fighters clinch.
Tsai stalling.
Tsai digs a right hand underneath Zawadzki's ribcage. Zawadzki let out a lung full of air as it connected. Tsai lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Tsai working some nice short punches in the clinch. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tsai slowing the pace effectively. Tsai stalling in the clinch.
Tsai is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tsai scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tsai lands a body shot in the clinch.
A hook to the body from Tsai.
Tsai makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tsai lands a body shot. #T3# Tsai lands a nice shot to the body. A short left from Tsai. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tsai. Tsai lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Zawadzki or not. A hook to the body from Tsai.
Tsai is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Tsai lands a body shot. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tsai. Tsai lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tsai throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. A shot in the inside from Tsai. Tsai lands a right hand. Tsai lands a shot to the body. Tsai manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tsai lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Zawadzki backwards. #T4# Tsai pushes Zawadzki back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Tsai lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A right hook to the body lands for Tsai.
Tsai stalling.
Tsai lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tsai stalling in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Tsai. Tsai has Zawadzki pushed against the cage. Tsai digs a right hand into Zawadzki's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Zawadzki's gas tank. Tsai lands with a left to the head. Tsai lands a shot to the body. Fryderyk Zawadzki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Lin Tsai is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Tsai lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Zawadzki or not. Nice body punch from Tsai - that landed with a thud.
And that's the end of the fight! Lin Tsai showed his dominance in that final round. Well Tsai 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:25 Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:25 Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lin Tsai! An out of breath Lin Tsai 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: Jun 21, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Ban tries a head kick but it misses.
Ban blocks a head kick by Zawadzki.
A head kick misses from Zawadzki. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Ban tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Zawadzki blocks a head kick by Ban.
Muhammad Ben Landen Ban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ban tries a head kick but it misses.
Zawadzki throws a nice head kick!
Ban tries a head kick but it misses.
Zawadzki lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ban tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Ban tries a head kick but it misses.
Zawadzki throws a series of punches but Ban moves out of range. Ban throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Zawadzki's head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ban throws a head kick that misses. Ban tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Zawadzki cracks Ban with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL2# Zawadzki rushes Ban and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Zawadzki connects with a nasty looking knee right to Ban's face.
Zawadzki lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ban backwards. A frustrated look appears on Ban's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2# Zawadzki breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Zawadzki closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T1# Ban using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Zawadzki has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ban is breathing heavily. Zawadzki lands a good knee to the midsection. Ban won't want to take too many of those. Zawadzki gets through Ban's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Zawadzki manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Zawadzki lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Zawadzki stalling the fight.
Zawadzki connects with a knee to the head.
Ban misses with a knee strike.
Zawadzki lands a nice elbow. #ROC2#Ban is rocked! Zawadzki connects with a knee to the head.
Oh Ban is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Zawadzki is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Zawadzki scores with a hook to the body. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2# Zawadzki escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Both fighters circling slowly here as the pace drops. Hopefully one of them does someth.. OOOHHHH!!!! Zawadzki throws an absolute beast of a head kick! Ban is done! He's out cold, twisted and contorted up against the cage! Wow!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Fryderyk Zawadzki! Muhammad Ben Landen Ban was interviewed post fight and said 'I am small'. |
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Event:
Checkmate Hunting Gold RD#1
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Kowalski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Buchanan fails to land the takedown. Kowalski throws a right and a left that both miss. Buchanan shoots for a takedown but Kowalski saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Buchanan wants to clinch up but Kowalski keeps it at a distance.#CL2# Kowalski forces Buchanan back against the cage and clinches. Buchanan jumps guard but Kowalski turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chase Buchanan. That's going to take a lot out of him. Buchanan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kowalski smiles and moves away.
Buchanan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL2# Kowalski clinches up with Buchanan and pushes him back against the cage. Buchanan jumps guard but Kowalski stands there with Buchanan around his waist. Buchanan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Buchanan tries to pull guard but Kowalski won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buchanan tries to pull guard but Kowalski won't allow it.
Buchanan jumps guard but Kowalski turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2# Kowalski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Buchanan shoots and misses and Kowalski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Kowalski looks to land a combination but Buchanan avoids it well. #T1# Good exchange - Buchanan coming out on top. Kowalski is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Buchanan wants to clinch but Kowalski slips to the side and Kowalski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kowalski swats away the attempt to clinch by Buchanan.#TD# Buchanan manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kowalski on his heels. He'll look to pass Kowalski's guard now, I'm sure. Kowalski wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Buchanan manages to pass to side control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REVB# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2# Buchanan works his way into side control. The referee asks Buchanan politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Buchanan prefers to stall for the moment though. Kowalski tries to improve position but can't. Kowalski seems a little lost for a moment, as Buchanan dominates the positioning. Kowalski tries to get back to half guard but can't. Kowalski looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Buchanan controlling the position from side mount. Kowalski looks winded!#T3##SUB# Kowalski is wriggling around trying to escape but Buchanan has hooked up a rear naked choke! Is it over??? Is it... you're damn right it is! Kowalski taps out and Buchanan picks up the big win! Great work there by Buchanan!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Chase Buchanan! |
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Event:
Quest 15: Phoenix v Chulalongk
Date: May 05, 2020 |
#R1# Makowski throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Thompson counters with a left and a right that stings Makowski. Makowski throws a series of punches but Thompson moves out of range. Thompson throwing a counter right hand but Makowski manages to avoid it. Karol Makowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A combination from Makowski does no damage. We've been told by Thompson's head coaches at Texoma Fight Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#KD# Oooooh!!! Thompson has knocked Makowski down with a huge combo! Thompson steps away and waves a wobbly Makowski back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT# It looks like Karol Makowski has been cut. 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!#CL2# Makowski has managed to clinch.
Makowski throws a head punch that misses. Thompson wants to get back to striking at distance but Makowski won't allow it.
#BC# Thompson breaks the clinch.
Makowski wants to clinch#KD# and Thompson counters with a crisp one two that drops Makowski! Thompson thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Makowski to his feet! Makowski is in big trouble!#ROC# Makowski is rocked! A big right followed by a crushing left from Thompson knocks Makowski out cold! Ouch - that one's going to be featured in highlight reels for years to come!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Big Thompson!
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Event:
Conquest XIV:Mentally v Cressb
Date: Apr 25, 2020 |
#R1# Lis misses with the combination.
Lis looks to land a right hand but Larsson moved out of range. Larsson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Larsson tries to clinch there but Lis circles away.
Lis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ryan Larsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Larsson doesn't manage to clinch there - Lis circles away.
Larsson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Larsson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL# Larsson rushes Lis and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Larsson fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryan Larsson. That's going to take a lot out of him. Lis wants to take the fight to the mat but Larsson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T1# Good body shot from Larsson.
Lis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Larsson tries to score a body lock takedown but Lis shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Lis tries for a takedown but Larsson manages to get underhooks.
Lis effectively controlling the action here. Lis slows down the pace here.
Lis being controlled against the cage. Lis tries to pull guard but Larsson won't allow it.
#BC# Larsson breaks from the clinch.
Larsson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Larsson fails with the takedown.#T2# Nice shot by Larsson. Larsson shoots for a double leg takedown but Lis sprawls well. He's pushed Larsson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Lis is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Larsson with a body shot.#TD2# Lis fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Larsson to the ground. Lis is now in Larsson's guard. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Larsson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lis. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Lis is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Lis sitting in guard, not really doing much. Lis looking to sit in guard and control but Larsson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Lis managing to control the position. Larsson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Lis looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB# Larsson has gone for a leg lock! Lis slips out almost immediately though and dives into Larsson's guard.#REVB##T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Larsson working a defensive guard but Lis manages to pass into side control anyway.
Lis tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. Larsson is looking for a sweep. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Lis happy to just control the position for now. Larsson tries to bench press Lis off him but Lis keeps the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Gustaw Lis will probably get the nod. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Larsson shoots in and drives through. Lis sprawls well. The fighters circling - Larsson throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Nice straight punches there by Larsson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Larsson. No luck for Larsson with that takedown attempt. Larsson looks for a takedown but Lis sprawls well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryan Larsson. That's going to take a lot out of him. Larsson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lis manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Lis misses with an uppercut. Larsson is looking to counter with a body kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Larsson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lis stuffs the takedown. Lis shoots in but no luck this time. Lis avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T1##TD2# Lis dives in and scores a takedown into Larsson's guard. Lis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Larsson trying to keep a closed guard but Lis is proving a slippery customer.
Lis slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Lis forces his way into half guard.#SUB# Larsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Lis not doing much here.
#T2# Lis prevents Larsson from improving his position. Lis is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Larsson is in trouble now - Lis has advanced to mount! #T3# Lis lands a heavy elbow. Larsson is trying to escape the mount.
Larsson tries to hold on but Lis postures up. Larsson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Lis wants to get back to his feet but Larsson is holding on tight.
Larsson is trying to escape the mount but Lis keeps good control and instead manages to take Larsson's back.
Lis has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Lis is riding his opponent, not letting Larsson buck him off. Larsson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T4##SUB2# Lis has got one arm under Larsson's chin. This could be trouble... Larsson trying to control the other hand but Lis gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Larsson has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gustaw Lis!
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Event:
Conquest XIII: Busch v Pelican
Date: Apr 18, 2020 |
#R1# Kowalski moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Armando feints and then cracks Kowalski's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kowalski down. Armando tries for a takedown but Kowalski circles away easily and Kowalski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Armando moves out of range as Kowalski throws a body kick.
Jan Kowalski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# Armando rushes Kowalski and presses him up against the cage.#BC2# Kowalski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Kowalski throws a combination that misses #TD# and Armando counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES2# Kowalski manages to escape and get back to his feet! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL# Armando clinches with his opponent.
Kowalski gets underhooks to prevent Armando's takedown attempt.
#TD# Armando is trying to trip Kowalski. He has hold of a leg but Kowalski is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Armando persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Armando trying to control the position from guard on top but Kowalski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Kowalski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Armando gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1##SUB2# Kowalski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kowalski holds on and takes a little breather. Armando stands and throws Kowalski's legs to the side, diving into side control. Kowalski is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #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. Armando staying calm. Armando trying to control the action but Kowalski is working from the bottom. Armando takes a little break here. Kowalski wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well. Kowalski really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Armando. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3# Kowalski looks to move to half guard but instead Armando has passed into mount! Damn! Armando controlling his opponent. Armando seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kowalski for as long as he can get away with.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Kowalski is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Armando controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB# Armando jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kowalski manages to avoid the submission attempt. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Armando advances to full mount. 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 Luis Armando will probably get the nod. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Kowalski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Armando moves out of range and avoids them all easily. It looked like Armando wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Armando fails with the takedown. Kowalski throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Armando looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Armando blocks a low kick nicely.#CL2# Armando tries to keep at a distance but Kowalski has taken the fight into the clinch. Kowalski tries to break free but Armando pushes him back against the cage. Kowalski is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Armando tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kowalski smiles and moves away.
Kowalski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Armando tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kowalski defends well and Armando ends up having to push Kowalski into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luis Armando. That's going to take a lot out of him. Kowalski lands a jab to the nose. Armando keeps the fight on the outside. Kowalski throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Armando counters with a good low kick that Kowalski was not able to check. Armando tries to clinch up but Kowalski circles away and keeps his distance. Kowalski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1# Kowalski lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Armando throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Kowalski throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Kowalski has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Kowalski lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Armando checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#CL2# Kowalski pushes Armando up against the cage in a clinch.#TD# Armando is trying to trip Kowalski. He has hold of a leg but Kowalski is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Armando persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Armando prevents Kowalski from getting back to his feet. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kowalski working a defensive guard here.
Armando sitting in guard, not really doing much. Kowalski is adopting a defensive guard. Luis Armando overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2# Kowalski trying to control the position.
Kowalski wants to stand and escape but Armando is having none of it. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Kowalski throws a series of strikes that have Armando backpedaling.
#T3##CL2# Kowalski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Armando, pushing him back against the cage. Kowalski lands a right hand. Armando tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kowalski smiles and moves away.
Armando shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kowalski sprawls well. Kowalski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Armando gets slowly back to his feet. Kowalski looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kowalski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#TD# Armando closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kowalski did well to prevent Armando getting side control. Kowalski wants to get back to his feet.
#T4# Kowalski tries to get to full guard but Armando has control of the leg. Armando blocks the strikes from Kowalski.
Armando throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Kowalski felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it. Armando trying to control from half guard but Kowalski is working away. Kowalski tries to roll over but Armando keeps him under control. Armando is taking a breather. Kowalski 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.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Kowalski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Armando shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kowalski sprawls well. Kowalski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Armando gets slowly back to his feet. Danga de danga de dang - Kowalski scores with a four punch combination! Kowalski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Armando manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Armando fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kowalski just manages to avoid it. Kowalski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL2# Kowalski darts in and clinches Armando up against the cage. Armando prevents a body shot from Kowalski. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Armando gets a trip takedown into half guard. Kowalski tries to kick Armando off but Armando keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Kowalski wants to get back to full guard. Kowalski is trying to maintain the position but Armando is very close to passing his half guard.#T1# Kowalski wants to get back to his feet.#SUB# Armando wants to work for an arm triangle but Kowalski is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Kowalski is trying to stand up here but Armando is controlling him well. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Kowalski is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Armando tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kowalski manages to circle out of the way.#CL2# Kowalski gets a clinch. #TD# Armando jumps into guard, dragging Kowalski to the mat.
Armando pulls Kowalski in close to his closed guard and prevents Kowalski from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB# Armando escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kowalski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Armando holds on and takes a little breather. #T3# Armando throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #SUB# Armando is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Kowalski trying to control but Armando is working from the bottom. Armando controlling Kowalski's posture. Kowalski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Armando swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Armando is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Kowalski wants to stand but Armando has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2# Kowalski drops back looking for a leg! Armando is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Armando manages to kick Kowalski off! Kowalski jumps back into Armando's guard. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Armando pulls Kowalski in close to prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Armando tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Armando takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Jan Kowalski. I think Kowalski 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29 Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jan Kowalski!
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Event:
Lost Vegas 1
Date: Apr 10, 2020 |
#R1# Zawadzki tries to clinch but Rabbit moves away and Rabbit counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2# Zawadzki moves into the clinch successfully.
Rabbit is looking to control Zawadzki's arms but Zawadzki gets an underhook and turns him. Now Rabbit has his back to the ropes. #BC# Rabbit pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Rabbit lands a jab to Zawadzki's midsection. Zawadzki closes the distance looking to clinch and Rabbit counters with a right hand to the body. Rabbit throws a leg kick which misses Zawadzki's front leg but catches the back leg as Zawadzki tries to avoid it. Rabbit moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A good leg kick by Rabbit. Rabbit really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Rabbit lands a front kick. A head kick misses from Zawadzki. Good leg kick by Rabbit there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A head kick by Zawadzki misses and Rabbit counters with a lovely shot to the body. Rabbit bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Zawadzki's head. Rabbit scores with a jab. Zawadzki acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Rabbit's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Rabbit duly obliges. Zawadzki drops his hands momentarily and Rabbit takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1# Rabbit lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CL2# Zawadzki instigates a clinch. #BC# Rabbit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Rabbit scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Rabbit throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Zawadzki stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Zawadzki darts in trying to clinch and Rabbit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Zawadzki tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Rabbit looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Zawadzki wants to clinch up but Rabbit keeps it at a distance. Zawadzki pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rabbit has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Zenarals' House in the buildup to the fight.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Rabbit is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Rabbit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T2# Rabbit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Zawadzki avoids it. Rabbit trying to control the position but instead, Zawadzki has worked for underhooks and has pushed Rabbit into the ropes.#BC# Rabbit breaks the clinch.
Zawadzki misses with a kick to the body enabling Rabbit to counter with a crisp jab. Rabbit circles away from the clinch attempt and Rabbit counters with a lovely straight right hand! A head kick misses from Zawadzki. A head kick misses from Zawadzki. Rabbit throws a nice head kick!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Zawadzki tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rabbit swats him away and circles back towards the center. Fryderyk Zawadzki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Rabbit dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Zawadzki. That did some damage! Zawadzki tries a head kick but it misses.
Rabbit goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ramon Rabbit dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Rabbit moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Zawadzki takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Rabbit throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Zawadzki. A head kick misses from Rabbit. Zawadzki is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. A left and a right from Rabbit both land. Nice combination. Rabbit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Rabbit's jab looks to have found its range, popping Zawadzki under the eye.#CL2# Zawadzki clinches up with Rabbit and pushes him back against the ropes. 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! Zawadzki takes a shot to the head. #BC# Rabbit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Ramon Rabbit is winning the standup battle so far. Rabbit connects with a body shot. Zawadzki throws a lazy body kick and Rabbit counters with a stiff right hand. Ramon Rabbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Rabbit keeps the fight on the outside. Zawadzki throws a body kick that misses and Rabbit counters with a nice uppercut. Rabbit bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Rabbit scores with a leg kick.
Jab by Rabbit.#T1# Rabbit moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#ROC# Zawadzki is rocked! Rabbit avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rabbit lands with a slapping head kick. Zawadzki is still on wobbly legs! Can Rabbit finish him? Rabbit connects with a leg kick. Zawadzki looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Rabbit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zawadzki can do to turn this around? Rabbit scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Zawadzki doesn't seem bothered though. Rabbit lands with a nice body kick. Zawadzki seems to have recovered his senses. Zawadzki takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Zawadzki tries a head kick but it misses.
Zawadzki fails with an attempt to clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Zawadzki fails with an attempt to clinch.
Zawadzki tries to close the distance and clinch but Rabbit swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Zawadzki wants to clinch up but Rabbit keeps it at a distance. Rabbit fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Rabbit keeps the fight on the outside. Zawadzki steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rabbit. That one must have hurt. Rabbit lunges at Zawadzki with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Zawadzki's hand. Rabbit throws a head kick but Zawadzki moves out of range.
#T2# Good leg kick by Rabbit there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Zawadzki pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rabbit is looking for a counter combo. Rabbit cracks Zawadzki with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Zawadzki takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Rabbit thows a body kick. Zawadzki tries to catch it but that hurt him. Zawadzki tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Rabbit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Zawadzki has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Zawadzki darts in trying to clinch and Rabbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Rabbit thuds his shin into the meat of Zawadzki's side. Zawadzki throws a head kick that misses. Zawadzki has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Rabbit. Rabbit lands a leg kick that knocks Zawadzki off balance momentarily. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Rabbit misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zawadzki fails with an attempt to clinch.
Zawadzki tries to clinch up and Rabbit counters with a two punch combo. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ramon Rabbit dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# Rabbit lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Zawadzki has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Rabbit. Zawadzki takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. The fight stays on the outside here - Zawadzki looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2# Zawadzki closes the distance and pushes Rabbit back into the ropes.#BC# Rabbit's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Zawadzki takes one to the side of the head.
Rabbit lands with a slapping head kick. The fight stays on the outside here - Zawadzki looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Rabbit with a jab. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2# Zawadzki closes the distance and clinches. Zawadzki tries a body shot but Rabbit blocks it.
Rabbit lands a nice uppercut.#T1# Rabbit avoids the elbow strike from Zawadzki, against the ropes.
Zawadzki misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Rabbit.
Zawadzki trying to land knees to the body.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Zawadzki has had enough of the clinch but Rabbit keeps him there for the moment. Rabbit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Zawadzki backwards. Zawadzki tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Rabbit can't find room to land a body shot as Zawadzki controls the action.
Rabbit keeps control of Zawadzki as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Zawadzki misses with a knee to the head. #BC# Rabbit's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Rabbit throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Rabbit throws a nice outside leg kick. Zawadzki on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Rabbit connects with a nice looking jab.
Rabbit lands a nice hook to Zawadzki's body. Zawadzki takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Zawadzki throws a chopping leg kick but Rabbit manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T2# Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rabbit, right into the meat.
This has been an exciting period of action! Zawadzki misses with a head kick.
Rabbit jabs Zawadzki to the body, keeping him at a distance. Ramon Rabbit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Ramon Rabbit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Zawadzki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Rabbit dips to his left and cracks Zawadzki with an uppercut! Rabbit avoids the head kick by Zawadzki.
A right-left combo lands from Rabbit. Rabbit scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Zawadzki takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Zawadzki is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Zawadzki throws a head kick but Rabbit moves out of range.
Rabbit lands a head kick. Zawadzki smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Rabbit's jab looks to have found its range, popping Zawadzki under the eye. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Zawadzki throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. That kick from Rabbit tenderised Zawadzki's leg. Zawadzki is trying to keep his angry face on. Zawadzki looks to clinch and Rabbit counters with a nice kick to the body. Fryderyk Zawadzki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! A leg kick checked by Rabbit.
And that's the end of the fight! Ramon Rabbit showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Rabbit, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:26 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:26 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ramon Rabbit!
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Event:
Conquest XI: Kindzal v Ryuunos
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
#R1# Makowski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Thompson darts in looking for a takedown but Makowski gets double underhooks and turns Thompson into the cage. Makowski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Nice sprawl there from Makowski as Thompson shoots in. Thompson fails with a takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chris Thompson. That's going to take a lot out of him. Makowski fails in his attempt to clinch. Makowski cracks Thompson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. A punch combination from Makowski misses. #CL2# Makowski clinches up against the cage.#TD# Thompson pulls guard successfully.
Makowski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thompson is keeping the position for now. #SU2# Makowski gets to his feet - Thompson follows without any prompting. Thompson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Makowski stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Makowski wants it to stay on the feet. Makowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thompson moves away. Thompson fails to land the takedown.#T1##CL2# Makowski forces Thompson back against the cage and clinches. Makowski makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Makowski swings wildly with an uppercut but Thompson uses good head movement to avoid it. Makowski wants to break the clinch but can't.
Thompson is looking to control Makowski's arms but Makowski gets an underhook and turns him. Now Thompson has his back to the cage. Makowski is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Thompson is defending well for now. Thompson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD# Thompson tightens his grip and picks Makowski up, before dumping him to the ground. Makowski manages to land in guard. Thompson wants to control from the top but Makowski keeps moving. #SUB2# Makowski has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thompson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Makowski is looking to stand up but Thompson isn't so interested in that idea. #T2# Makowski looking for a sweep. Not yet Makowski, not yet. Thompson trying to control the position from guard on top but Makowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Makowski is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Thompson is aware though and is defending well. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB2# Makowski is looking for a triangle but Thompson pushes his legs off easily.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Makowski throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL# and Thompson counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Thompson. #BC2# Makowski manages to break the clinch.
#T3# Makowski throws an overhand right that lands on Thompson's shoulder, as Thompson tries to avoid the shot. It looked like Thompson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Makowski. Thompson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Makowski's waist but Makowski gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Thompson off to one side. Danga de danga de dang - Makowski scores with a four punch combination! Makowski fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Thompson on the side of the head. Makowski lands a lovely overhand right. Makowski feints a jab promting Thompson to slip. Makowski then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Thompson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Makowski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Thompson. Thompson shoots in looking for a takedown. Makowski tries to sprawl out of it but Thompson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Makowski manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Thompson fails to land with a series of punches.
Makowski lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Makowski. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Makowski throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2# Makowski clinches with his opponent.
Makowski tries to stall but Thompson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Makowski misses with a punch on the inside.
Makowski is trying to break free.#T4# Thompson is trying to stall.
#TD# Thompson jumps into guard, dragging Makowski to the mat.
#SUB# Thompson is looking for a triangle but Makowski pushes his legs off easily.
Makowski stays in close to Thompson's body and controls the position. Thompson working a defensive guard but Makowski manages to pass into side control anyway.
Makowski working away.#SUB2# Makowski tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Makowski has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karol Makowski dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Makowski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Makowski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Makowski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Makowski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Thompson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Thompson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Makowski tries to avoid it but Thompson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Makowski to the ground. Makowski escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Thompson slips a jab and a cross from Makowski.
Chris Thompson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Thompson circles away from the clinch attempt enabling Thompson to counter with a crisp jab. Some wild striking there from Makowski.
#CL2# Makowski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Thompson, pushing him back against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Makowski misses with a hook from the clinch. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Thompson. Thompson unloads a knee to the mid-section. Makowski lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #BC# Thompson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Makowski is breathing heavily.#T1# Makowski goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Makowski tries to clinch but Thompson is having none of it. Makowski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Thompson moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Makowski doesn't manage to clinch there - Thompson circles away.
Thompson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD# Thompson drives through with a takedown into Makowski's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Thompson trying to control but Makowski is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Makowski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Thompson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Thompson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Thompson is looking to stand up but Makowski won't let him. #T2# Thompson trying to control but Makowski is working from the bottom. Makowski wants to get back to his feet but Thompson is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Thompson wants to control from the top but Makowski keeps moving. #SUB2# Makowski looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Makowski misses with a few strikes there.
Thompson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Thompson dodges the punch combination from Makowski.
#T3# No luck with that takedown attempt from Thompson. Thompson misses with an uppercut. Makowski lands with a nice combination. Thompson backs away looking to recover. Thompson misses with a takedown attempt - Makowski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chris Thompson. That's going to take a lot out of him. Makowski lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Makowski. Karol Makowski seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL# Thompson closes the distance and clinches. Thompson avoids the elbow strike from Makowski, against the cage.
Makowski has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Thompson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD# Thompson decides to pull guard. Thompson keeping moving, preventing Makowski from controlling successfully. Makowski controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4# Thompson wants to stand and escape but Makowski is having none of it. #SU2# Makowski stands up from Thompson's guard - Makowski perhaps looking for a knockout. A left and a right from Makowski both land. Nice combination. 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! Makowski tries to clinch but Thompson moves out of range. Thompson slips a jab and a cross from Makowski.
Makowski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Thompson slips a jab and a cross from Makowski.
The fight stays on the outside here - Makowski looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Makowski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Thompson has a takedown stuffed. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karol Makowski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3# Thompson closes the distance and clinches up with Makowski, looking for a takedown. Thompson pushes Makowski against the cage but Makowski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2# Makowski gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD# Thompson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Thompson no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Makowski really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Thompson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Thompson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB# Thompson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Makowski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Makowski must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB# Thompson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Makowski defends well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Thompson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1# Makowski throws a big right hand that misses. Thompson being controlled here, momentarily. Makowski throwing strikes but missing. Makowski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thompson is keeping the position for now. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Karol Makowski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Makowski misses with a few strikes there.
A jab from Makowski does it's job there.#T2# Makowski looks to land a combination but Thompson avoids it well. Makowski lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Makowski. Makowski moves in looking to clinch but Thompson pushes him off. Thompson thuds his shin into the meat of Makowski's side. Makowski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Thompson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Makowski as he avoids it easily. Makowski throws a hook but Thompson blocks it. Makowski throws an off balance right hand
and Thompson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Thompson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Makowski is looking to clinch but Thompson is avoiding it.
Makowski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Thompson fails to land the takedown. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chris Thompson. That's going to take a lot out of him. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Thompson fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Thompson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Makowski is fending him off so far but Thompson persists. Nope, Makowski circles away and we're back to standing. A nice combination there by Makowski.
A combination from Makowski does no damage. #T3# Makowski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thompson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Some wild striking there from Makowski.
#CL2# Makowski forces Thompson back against the cage and clinches. Makowski wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#BC# Thompson manages to break the clinch.
Thompson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Makowski as he jumps to the side. Makowski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Makowski lands a left hand.
Thompson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#T4# Makowski throws a head punch that misses. Thompson being controlled against the cage. Makowski has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Thompson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Thompson is trying to pull guard but Makowski has him pressed against the cage. Thompson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Makowski to keep the fight standing. Thompson is trying to pull guard but Makowski turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Karol Makowski seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Makowski working aggressively here.
#TD# Thompson lands a takedown into guard.
#ES2# Makowski pushes Thompson off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
And that's the end of the fight! Karol Makowski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Makowski 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karol Makowski!
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Event:
RR 10
Date: Mar 30, 2020 |
#R1# Van De Berg avoids the body shot from Zawadzki.
Van De Berg lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL2# Zawadzki clinches with his opponent.
Van De Berg lands a body punch. Van De Berg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Van De Berg really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Zawadzki connects with a nasty looking knee right to Van De Berg's face.
Van De Berg blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Zawadzki wants to get back to striking at distance but Van De Berg won't allow it.
Zawadzki misses with a hook to the ribs.
Zawadzki trying to stall but Van De Berg improves his position.
Van De Berg has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Van De Berg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Zawadzki backwards. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van De Berg on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Zawadzki is looking to break free of the clinch but Van De Berg has double underhooks. #BC2# Zawadzki breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Van De Berg just misses with a punch to the body.
Zawadzki tries to close the distance and clinch up but Van De Berg swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T1# Zawadzki wants to clinch up but Van De Berg keeps it at a distance. Zawadzki misses with a head kick.
Zawadzki wants to clinch up but Van De Berg keeps it at a distance. A decent looking body kick lands there for Zawadzki. Zawadzki moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Zawadzki throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Van De Berg. Zawadzki fails in his attempt to clinch. Van De Berg fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL# Van De Berg has closed the distance and engaged Zawadzki in a clinch.
#BC# Van De Berg breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL# Van De Berg pushes Zawadzki up against the ropes in a clinch. Van De Berg tries to break the clinch but Zawadzki is controlling the position. Van De Berg is trying to break free. Zawadzki tries to break the clinch but Van De Berg is controlling the position. Van De Berg lands with a short head shot on the inside. Van De Berg lands a hook to the side of the head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2# Zawadzki breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2# Zawadzki tries to land a front kick but Van De Berg steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Zawadzki wants to clinch up but Van De Berg keeps it at a distance. Zawadzki tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Van De Berg manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Zawadzki misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL# Van De Berg clinches up with Zawadzki and pushes him back against the ropes. Van De Berg working hard to break the clinch. A hook to the body from Van De Berg.
Zawadzki is trying to stall.
Zawadzki tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Van De Berg lands with a left to the head. Van De Berg scores with an uppercut up the middle. Zawadzki stalling in the clinch.
#BC2# Zawadzki breaks from the clinch.
#CL# Van De Berg gets in close and instigates a clinch. Van De Berg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Youri Van De Berg dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2##CL# Zawadzki gets tackled into the ropes by Van De Berg. Van De Berg maintains the clinch. Van De Berg is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.#BC2# Zawadzki's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Van De Berg fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zawadzki manages to avoid it. Van De Berg swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL2# Zawadzki gets a clinch. Zawadzki connects with a knee to the head.
Van De Berg wants to get back to striking at distance but Zawadzki won't allow it.
Van De Berg is trying to break free. Van De Berg can't find room to land a body shot as Zawadzki controls the action.
Zawadzki is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zawadzki is trying to stall.
Van De Berg tries to break the clinch but Zawadzki is controlling the position. Zawadzki throws a knee to the head but misses.
Van De Berg looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T1# Van De Berg has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Zawadzki is trying to stall.
Zawadzki prevents Van De Berg from breaking the clinch. Zawadzki tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Van De Berg avoids it. Van De Berg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Zawadzki backwards. Zawadzki doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC# Van De Berg breaks from the clinch.
Van De Berg lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#CL# Van De Berg gets in close and instigates a clinch. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Zawadzki wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC# Van De Berg breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Van De Berg is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zawadzki can do to turn this around? Zawadzki moves in looking to clinch but Van De Berg pushes him off. A nice combination there by Van De Berg.
#CL# Van De Berg clinches with his opponent.
#T2# Van De Berg makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC# Van De Berg breaks from the clinch.
Zawadzki shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Zawadzki throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Zawadzki wants to clinch up but Van De Berg keeps it at a distance. Van De Berg misses with a two punch combination.
Zawadzki throws a sloppy head kick and Van De Berg moves out of range easily. #CL2# Zawadzki has managed to clinch.
Zawadzki misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Youri Van De Berg has scored more points in the clinch so far. Van De Berg presses Zawadzki against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot. A short uppercut from Van De Berg. #BC# Van De Berg breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Zawadzki forces Van De Berg back against the ropes and clinches. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Zawadzki using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van De Berg has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Youri Van De Berg dominated that second round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Van De Berg avoids the head kick by Zawadzki.
Zawadzki tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Van De Berg lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Zawadzki dodges the punch combination from Van De Berg.
Zawadzki wants to counter the offense by Van De Berg and move into the clinch position. Van De Berg blocks a head kick by Zawadzki.
A head kick misses from Zawadzki. #CL# Van De Berg drives through and clinches with Zawadzki against the ropes.
#BC# Van De Berg breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Van De Berg blocks a head kick by Zawadzki.
Zawadzki plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Van De Berg digs a good hook to Zawadzki's body.
Van De Berg feints a jab promting Zawadzki to slip. Van De Berg then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Zawadzki slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Youri Van De Berg is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. 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! Zawadzki misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zawadzki lands a head kick!
Van De Berg lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Zawadzki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1# Van De Berg connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Van De Berg works over Zawadzki's head and body with a nice combination.#CL# Van De Berg clinches. #BC# Van De Berg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Zawadzki misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
As Zawadzki looks to move away, Van De Berg throws a big counter combo but Zawadzki just gets out of the way. Zawadzki tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL# Van De Berg moves into the clinch successfully.
Nice body punch from Van De Berg. Van De Berg working hard to break the clinch. Van De Berg pushes Zawadzki back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch. A hook to the body from Van De Berg.
Zawadzki looking to throw knees to the head but Van De Berg is blocking nicely.
Van De Berg working hard to break the clinch. Zawadzki looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T2##BC2# Zawadzki escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice uppercut there from Van De Berg. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Van De Berg moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CL# Van De Berg closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. Van De Berg is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes. Van De Berg lands a shot to the body. Van De Berg misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van De Berg on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short body shot lands from Van De Berg as the two fighters clinch.
Zawadzki looking to throw knees to the head but Van De Berg is blocking nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nice body punch from Van De Berg. Zawadzki is trying to force a seperation but Van De Berg has the dominant position. A short left from Van De Berg. Fryderyk Zawadzki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Youri Van De Berg is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Van De Berg has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
And that's the end of the fight! Youri Van De Berg showed his dominance in that final round. Well Van De Berg 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27 Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27 Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Youri Van De Berg!
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Event:
Conquest X: Beirn v Mentally
Date: Mar 28, 2020 |
#R1# Lis closes the distance and clinches up with KickAss, looking for a takedown. Lis pushes KickAss against the cage but KickAss circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Lis slips a jab from KickAss.#TD# KickAss closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Lis did well to prevent KickAss getting side control.#SUB# KickAss looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
KickAss tries to pass to full mount but Lis defends it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. KickAss controlling the action here.#T1# KickAss stops Lis from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. KickAss slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB# KickAss is working for a kimura but Lis is defending it quite comfortably.
KickAss tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lis knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. We've been hearing good reports from KickAss's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Lis is pressing down on KickAss's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. KickAss looking to control the position here, rather than advance. KickAss preventing the sweep. KickAss's corner is telling him to maintain position. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Lis shoots in for a takedown but KickAss shows good takedown defense. Lis lands with an uppercut that bounces KickAss off the cage and back into range.#T3# KickAss throws a shot from downtown. Lis moves away and avoids it. Left hook, right uppercut from Lis. KickAss connects with a body shot that sends Lis's belly button to the back. KickAss throws a big shot that misses.#TD# KickAss changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Lis looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Lis looks winded!#SUB# KickAss has hold of Lis's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Lis seems comfortable defending it but KickAss has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Lis is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Lis is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but KickAss couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kilat KickAss!
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Event:
Conquest IX: Bacolod vs Baut
Date: Mar 21, 2020 |
#R1# Kowalski slaps away a takedown attempt from Bridges , before circling back to the center of the mat. Despite the aggression on Kowalski's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Bridges shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kowalski pinned against the cage. Kowalski gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Kowalski fails to land with a series of punches.
Kowalski is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Kowalski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kowalski. Kowalski throws a right hand that Bridges ducks under and follows up with a left that Bridges also avoids with ease. Bridges lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Bridges goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Bridges darts in looking for a takedown but Kowalski gets double underhooks and turns Bridges into the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chevvy Bridges . That's going to take a lot out of him. Bridges tries to clinch but Kowalski moves away and Kowalski counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2# Kowalski instigates a clinch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kowalski digs a right hand into Bridges 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bridges 's gas tank. Kowalski tries to land a knee to the head but Bridges blocks with his arms.
Bridges blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1# Bridges tries to pull guard but Kowalski holds him up against the cage and eventually Bridges drops back down to his feet.
Kowalski throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Bridges tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kowalski smiles and moves away.
#CL2# Kowalski has closed the distance and engaged Bridges in a clinch.
Kowalski is trying to break the clinch but Bridges has him pressed against the cage. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Bridges tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kowalski lands a shoulder strike. Bridges tries to pull guard but Kowalski won't allow it.
Kowalski has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bridges is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T2# Bridges can't find room to land a body shot as Kowalski controls the action.
Bridges is trying to force a seperation but Kowalski has the dominant position. Bridges tries to score a body lock takedown but Kowalski shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Bridges lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kowalski backwards. Kowalski wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kowalski lands a hook that snaps the head of Bridges backwards. Kowalski is trying to push Bridges away but Bridges has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. A short right hand to the side of the head by Kowalski. Kowalski is looking to break free of the clinch but Bridges has double underhooks. Bridges tries to score a body lock takedown but Kowalski shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Bridges drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kowalski pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bridges scores with a kick to the midsection.#T3# Kowalski throws a head kick but Bridges moves out of range.
#CL# Bridges closes the distance and pushes Kowalski back into the cage. Kowalski gets through Bridges 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Bridges blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kowalski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bridges backwards. Bridges throws a punch but it's blocked by Kowalski. Bridges stalling in the clinch.
Kowalski prevents the takedown attempt.
Bridges has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kowalski after a bit of a struggle. Bridges slowing the pace effectively. Kowalski looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Kowalski is trying to break the clinch but Bridges is controlling him. Kowalski wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Bridges is trying to force a seperation but Kowalski has the dominant position.#T4# Bridges is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kowalski gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Kowalski is working for takedown but Bridges is calmly controlling the position for now. Bridges is looking to take this one to the mat. The referee calls for Bridges to work.
Kowalski prevents the takedown attempt.
Kowalski can't find room to land a body shot as Bridges controls the action.
Bridges blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kowalski misses with a short punch on the inside. Kowalski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kowalski misses with a knee strike.
Kowalski lands a nice uppercut. Bridges drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kowalski pulls his leg out and moves away.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kowalski!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Kowalski dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Kowalski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bridges tries for a takedown but Kowalski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Sloppy strikes from Kowalski. Those never looked like landing. Bridges throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Kowalski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bridges sees it coming and avoids it easily. Kowalski misses with a two punch combination.
Kowalski scores with a one two! Bridges had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL2# Kowalski moves into the clinch. Kowalski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Kowalski lands a nice shot to the body. Bridges tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bridges tries to stall but Kowalski uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bridges manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Bridges is trying to maintain a safe position but Kowalski gets an underhook and turns Bridges into the cage.#T1# A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Bridges can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.#BC# Bridges manages to break the clinch.
Kowalski leaves Bridges with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Bridges dives in for a single leg takedown but Kowalski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Kowalski throws out a counter right but Bridges avoids it with no problem. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chevvy Bridges . That's going to take a lot out of him. Kowalski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Kowalski lands with a right hand. Kowalski defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bridges . Jan Kowalski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Kowalski clinches with his opponent.
Kowalski stalling the fight.
Kowalski has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Kowalski has Bridges pressed against the cage, preventing Bridges from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Bridges wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC2# Kowalski manages to break the clinch.
Kowalski scores with a nice right hand.
#T2# Bridges doesn't manage to clinch there - Kowalski circles away.
Kowalski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bridges is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kowalski. Bridges lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kowalski backs up against the cage.
#CUT# It looks like Jan Kowalski has been cut. Jan Kowalski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Bridges has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kowalski pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Bridges fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD# Bridges scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2# Kowalski bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#CL2# Kowalski closes the distance and clinches. Bridges jumps guard but Kowalski turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Bridges tries to break free but Kowalski pushes him back against the cage.#T3# Bridges tries for a takedown but Kowalski manages to get underhooks.
Jan Kowalski seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Kowalski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Bridges tries to pull guard but Kowalski won't allow it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kowalski creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Bridges wants a takedown but no success here.
A short uppercut from Kowalski. Kowalski throws a punch but it's blocked by Bridges . Kowalski is trying to push Bridges away but Bridges has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2# Kowalski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Kowalski darts in and clinches Bridges up against the cage. Bridges blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Bridges jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kowalski walks away with a smile on his face. Bridges gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Jan Kowalski seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2# Kowalski forces Bridges back against the cage and clinches.#T4# Bridges tries to circle away but Kowalski has him pinned against the cage. Kowalski scores with a shot to the side of Bridges 's head. A short right hand to the side of the head by Kowalski.#TD# Bridges decides to pull guard. Kowalski stops Bridges from standing up. Kowalski postures up.
Bridges knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kowalski on the ground. Kowalski with a flurry of punches that miss. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kowalski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Bridges pulls Kowalski in to control the position. #SU2# Kowalski decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Kowalski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Jan Kowalski's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Bridges has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CL2# Kowalski gets a clinch. Bridges jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kowalski walks away with a smile on his face. Bridges gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD# Kowalski gets caught napping as Bridges dives in and scores a takedown. Kowalski manages to retain guard. Kowalski is controlling Bridges 's posture.#ES2# Kowalski pushes Bridges off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL2# Kowalski moves into range and clinches up with Bridges . Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Bridges tries to pull guard but Kowalski won't allow it.
#BC# Bridges escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2# Kowalski clinches up with Bridges and pushes him back against the cage. Bridges jumps guard but Kowalski turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chevvy Bridges . That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Kowalski is trying to force a seperation but Bridges has the dominant position. Kowalski lands a hook that snaps the head of Bridges backwards. Bridges has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kowalski after a bit of a struggle. A frustrated look appears on Kowalski's face as he tries to break the clinch. Bridges tries to pull guard but Kowalski holds him up against the cage and eventually Bridges drops back down to his feet.
Bridges is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kowalski to keep the fight standing. Bridges goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kowalski prevents it.
Bridges tries to score a body lock takedown but Kowalski shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2# Kowalski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Kowalski lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2# Kowalski lands on the inside with an uppercut. Kowalski looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Bridges has had enough of the clinch but Kowalski keeps him there for the moment. Kowalski tries to break free but Bridges pushes him back against the cage. Bridges keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kowalski's efforts to push away. Bridges goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kowalski prevents it.
Kowalski is trying to push Bridges away but Bridges has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC# Bridges breaks the clinch.
Kowalski slips a jab and a cross from Bridges .
#T3# Bridges avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bridges scores with a shot to the body.
Kowalski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Bridges is looking to clinch. #CL2# Kowalski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Bridges is trying to drag Kowalski to the mat but Kowalski just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Bridges tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Bridges takes a shot to the head. Kowalski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. A battle for position here, against the cage.#T4# Bridges is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kowalski pulls him back up using the underhooks. Bridges dodges an elbow strike from Kowalski.
Kowalski tries a knee to the head but Bridges blocks it.
Kowalski gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bridges .
Bridges is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kowalski to keep the fight standing. Bridges blocks a body shot from Kowalski. Kowalski scores with a shot to the side of Bridges 's head. Bridges tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kowalski tries to circle away but Bridges has him pinned against the cage. Kowalski stalls. Chevvy Bridges has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jan Kowalski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Kowalski misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bridges .
And that's the end of the fight! Jan Kowalski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Kowalski has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jan Kowalski!
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Event:
Conquest VIII: Name v Unknown
Date: Mar 14, 2020 |
#R1# Ju misses with a two punch combination.
Karol Makowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Makowski takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Ju slips a jab and a cross from Makowski.
As Makowski tries to get set, Ju tries to push him back and clinch up but Makowski manages to avoid the attempt. Makowski pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A combination from Ju does no damage. #CL2# Makowski rushes Ju and presses him up against the cage. Makowski taking a breather. Ju misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC# Ju breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Makowski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ju swats him away and circles back towards the center. Makowski takes a jab right on the kisser.
Makowski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#KD# Oooooh!!! Ju has knocked Makowski down with a huge combo! Ju steps away and waves a wobbly Makowski back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT# It looks like Karol Makowski has been cut. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ju throws a nice inside leg kick. Makowski wants to clinch up but Ju keeps it at a distance.#TD# Ju drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Makowski working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Makowski looks winded!#SUB2# Makowski is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ju trying to stand up but can't free himself from Makowski's guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1# Makowski keeping moving, preventing Ju from controlling successfully. Makowski trying to control the position.
Ju would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU# Ju decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. Ju tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Makowski defends well and Ju ends up having to push Makowski into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Makowski has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Ju tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Makowski defends well and Ju ends up having to push Makowski into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Makowski stuffs the takedown. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jayson Ju. That's going to take a lot out of him. Makowski throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Ju keeps the fight on the outside. Makowski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T2# Makowski fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Ju throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Ju showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Makowski.
Ju bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. It looked like Ju was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Makowski misses with a double jab.
This has been an exciting period of action! Makowski misses with a two punch combination.
A combination from Makowski does no damage. Makowski throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Ju to counter with a crisp jab. Ju scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Ju ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Makowski thuds his right hand into Ju's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL2# Makowski has Ju up against the cage in a clinch.
Makowski tries to throw a body punch but Ju avoids it by throwing Makowski back against the cage. #BC# Ju breaks from the clinch.
#T3# Ju showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Makowski.
Makowski throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL# Ju instigates a clinch. Makowski throws a head punch that misses. #BC# Ju breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Makowski rushes Ju and presses him up against the cage. Still in the clinch, Ju scores with a nice short uppercut. Ju lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Makowski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC# Ju's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Ju looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Makowski scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CL2# Makowski darts in and clinches Ju up against the cage. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Makowski misses with an elbow strike.
#BC# Ju's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. A combination from Makowski does no damage. #T4# Makowski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ju. Ju swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL2# Makowski rushes Ju and presses him up against the cage. Makowski taking a breather. Makowski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ju tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Makowski lands a shot to the body.#BC# Ju breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# Makowski closes the distance and clinches. Makowski lands a shoulder strike. Ju working hard to break the clinch. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Makowski lands with a right to the head. A nice left hand lands by Makowski.
Come on Makowski - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Makowski is pushing Ju up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. 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 Jayson Ju will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Karol Makowski's cut. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Makowski keeps the fight on the outside. As Ju backs off Makowski throws a huge counter combo but Ju manages to avoid it all. Makowski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Makowski connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Ju lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ju. Makowski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jayson Ju is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Ju takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Ju throws a front kick aimed at Makowski's knee but Makowski avoids it well. We've been informed that Makowski has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Ju shoots in but Makowski avoids the takedown attempt easily. Ju with a nice cross. Ju with a nice cross. Makowski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ju went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Makowski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Makowski misses with a wild combination.
Ju lands a two punch combo.
#T1# Ju blocks a jab. Ju looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2# Makowski has Ju up against the cage in a clinch.
Ju manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Makowski lands a nice uppercut. Ju being controlled against the cage. Makowski misses with an elbow over the top. Ju is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Makowski to keep the fight standing.#BC# Ju escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A telegraphed right hand from Ju misses the target. Ju showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Makowski.
#T2# Makowski scores with the left hand. Ju knows he should have avoided that one. Makowski scores with a sloppy right hand. Ju should have avoided that one. #CL2# Makowski clinches up against the cage.#BC# Ju manages to break the clinch.
#CL2# Makowski closes the distance and clinches. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ju taking a breather. A hook to the body from Makowski.
Makowski tries to land knees in the clinch but Ju avoids the damage to the body. #BC2# Makowski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jayson Ju is winning the standup battle so far. Ju is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Makowski. A jab from Makowski misses. #CL2# Makowski closes the distance and clinches. Makowski slowing the pace effectively.#BC2# Makowski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Makowski tries to clinch but Ju moves out of range. Ju went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T3# Makowski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Ju circles away from the clinch attempt.
Makowski tries to clinch but Ju moves out of range. Karol Makowski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Ju connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Makowski momentarily.
Ju will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Makowski tries to counter by closing the distance. Makowski throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2# Makowski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ju, pushing him back against the cage. The referee is keeping an eye on Makowski - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Makowski scores with a hook to the body. A nice right hand lands inside from Ju. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Makowski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC# Ju pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Ju looks to land a combination but Makowski avoids it well. Makowski misses with the combination.
Ju appears to be looking for a big counter.#T4##CL2# Makowski moves into the clinch successfully.
Ju wants to get back to striking at distance but Makowski won't allow it.
A short right from Ju on the inside. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ju wants to get back to striking at distance but Makowski won't allow it.
Makowski trying to land knees to the body.
#BC2# Makowski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ju shoots in for a takedown but Makowski shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jayson Ju. That's going to take a lot out of him. Makowski misses with a wild combination.
Ju appears to be looking for a big counter. Ju swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. As Ju backs off Makowski throws a huge counter combo but Ju manages to avoid it all. Makowski throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Makowski tries to bum rush Ju with a series of wild strikes but Ju uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Makowski slaps away a takedown attempt from Ju, before circling back to the center of the mat. Ju looks for the body kick but Makowski saw that one coming. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karol Makowski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Karol Makowski's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Makowski tries to clinch but Ju moves out of range. Makowski throws a right and a left that Ju avoids nicely. Ju throws a wild body kick that Makowski sees coming a mile off. Makowski misses with the combination.
Ju seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Makowski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ju ducks under a wild hook from Makowski. Ju was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. No joy there for Makowski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Makowski throws a right and a left that both miss. Ju scores with a one two! Makowski had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Ju shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Makowski eats them both and turns towards Ju to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. A decent looking cross lands there for Ju. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Ju!
Ju throws a nice looking combination but Makowski bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Ju swats away the attempt to clinch by Makowski.#CL# Makowski tries to keep at a distance but Ju has taken the fight into the clinch. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##BC# Ju breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Makowski tries to close the distance and clinch but Ju swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Ju tries to bum rush Makowski with a series of wild strikes but Makowski uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Sloppy strikes from Makowski. Those never looked like landing. Makowski wants to clinch up but Ju keeps it at a distance. Makowski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ju connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Makowski scrambles back to his feet.#CL2# Makowski clinches up against the cage. Makowski lands a hook that snaps the head of Ju backwards. #BC# Ju breaks from the clinch.
Makowski catches Ju with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Ju slips a jab and a cross from Makowski.
Makowski misses with a looping left. Ju connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Makowski's hands. A nice combination there by Ju.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2# Makowski clinches up against the cage.#T2# Makowski lands a nice shot to the body. Makowski scores with a hook to the body.#BC# Ju breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Makowski moves into the clinch.#BC2# Makowski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. A punch combination from Makowski misses. Makowski might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Ju connects with a jab. Makowski misses with a straight left. Ju jabs Makowski right on the nose. Makowski blinks but takes it well. Makowski tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ju paws at him with a jab and circles away. Ju is looking for a counter combo. Some wild striking there from Makowski.
Ju scores with a one two! Makowski had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Makowski lands a jab-cross combination. #CL2# Makowski has closed the distance and engaged Ju in a clinch.
#BC# Ju breaks from the clinch.
#T3##CL2# Makowski pushes Ju up against the cage in a clinch. Ju is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Makowski misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ju.
Makowski dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#BC# Ju breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Makowski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Makowski fails to land with a series of punches.
Ju scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Ju swinging wildly here.
#CL2# Makowski drives through and clinches with Ju against the cage.
Makowski is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Makowski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ju's elbow. #T4# Makowski pushes Ju back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Ju tries to pull guard but Makowski forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC2# Makowski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ju. Makowski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ju. Ju ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Makowski moves away. Makowski misses with a double jab.
#CL2# Makowski moves into range and clinches up with Ju. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2# Makowski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Ju showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Makowski.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Makowski displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Makowski tries to clinch up. Makowski is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Ju.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jayson Ju. I think Ju has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:29 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29 Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
Conquest VII
Date: Mar 07, 2020 |
#R1# Lis lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Lis stuffs the takedown attempt from Szmyd. Szmyd gets slowly back to his feet. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Szmyd is defended easily by Lis. Szmyd misses with a takedown and Lis counters with a stiff right hand. Gustaw Lis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krystian Szmyd. Szmyd has a takedown stuffed. Lis pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Szmyd back to the cage. Lis follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Nice takedown defense from Lis. No joy for Szmyd on that attempt. Szmyd dives in and grabs Lis's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lis pushes down on Szmyd's head and hops out. Szmyd doesn't succeed with the takedown and Lis counters with a straight right hand. Szmyd dives in for a single leg takedown but Lis sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Lis is looking to counter the offense by Szmyd and move into the clinch. 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! Szmyd shoots for a double leg takedown but Lis sprawls well. He's pushed Szmyd's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Lis feinted with a counter takedown. Horrible takedown attempt by Szmyd or perhaps it was just good defense by Lis, which made it look bad. #T1# A left and a right from Lis both land. Nice combination. Lis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Szmyd closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lis circles away. Lis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Szmyd has his takedown stuffed and Lis counters with a stiff right hand. Szmyd doesn't succeed with the takedown enabling Lis to counter with a crisp jab. Szmyd closes the distance and clinches up with Lis, looking for a takedown. Szmyd pushes Lis against the cage but Lis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Szmyd fails with a takedown attempt. A little feinted left hand from Lis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Szmyd looks winded! Lis scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Szmyd misses with a takedown enabling Lis to counter with a crisp jab. #T2# Szmyd misses with a takedown attempt - Lis sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Szmyd fails with the takedown and Lis counters with a lovely straight right hand! The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! The fight stays on the outside here - Lis looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Szmyd shoots for a double leg takedown but Lis sprawls well. He's pushed Szmyd's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Szmyd takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Szmyd has his takedown stuffed enabling Lis to counter with a crisp jab. Lis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Lis lunges at Szmyd with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Szmyd's hand. Szmyd with a lazy takedown attempt and Lis counters with a stiff right hand. Nice shot lands for Lis. Lis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T3# Szmyd shoots and misses and Lis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Jab, jab by Lis - just one landing. #ROC# Szmyd is rocked! Lis bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Szmyd is still on wobbly legs! Can Lis finish him? Lis connects with a right that clearly hurt Szmyd. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Lis proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Szmyd collapses and taps out under the pressure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gustaw Lis!
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Event:
Grand Prix ROUND 2 RUSSIA
Date: Feb 29, 2020 |
#R1# Zawadzki moves out of range of the body kick from De La Rosa.
De La Rosa takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Zawadzki takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CL# De La Rosa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. De La Rosa is working Zawadzki over against the ropes. De La Rosa with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A knee to the head by De La Rosa.
De La Rosa misses with a knee strike.
Zawadzki wants to break the clinch but can't.
De La Rosa putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Zawadzki in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Zawadzki swings wildly with an uppercut but De La Rosa uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Good body shot from De La Rosa.
De La Rosa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Zawadzki takes a knee to the side of the body. De La Rosa lands a nice shot to the body. De La Rosa lands a body shot in the clinch.
De La Rosa crunches a lovely knee into Zawadzki's ribcage.#T1# De La Rosa crunches a lovely knee into Zawadzki's ribcage. Still in the clinch, De La Rosa scores with a nice short uppercut. De La Rosa lands a body shot. Zawadzki looks winded! De La Rosa utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. De La Rosa cracks Zawadzki with a nice body shot. De La Rosa putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Zawadzki in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. De La Rosa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Zawadzkis head. An uppercut to the body lands inside from De La Rosa. De La Rosa unloads a knee to the mid-section. Zawadzki lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. De La Rosa unloads a knee to the mid-section. Zawadzki lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. De La Rosa landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Still in the clinch, De La Rosa scores with a nice short uppercut. De La Rosa lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
De La Rosa lands a body punch. De La Rosa makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. De La Rosa landing knees to the body.
#T2# De La Rosa landing knees to the body.
De La Rosa scores with a knee to the head.
Good body shot from De La Rosa.
De La Rosa pushes Zawadzki back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch. Zawadzki takes a shot to the head. De La Rosa lands with a short head shot on the inside. De La Rosa landing knees to the head.
Zawadzki looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. De La Rosa lands a body punch. De La Rosa connects with a nasty looking knee right to Zawadzki's face.
#ROC# Zawadzki is rocked! De La Rosa lands a knee to the head.
Zawadzki is still on wobbly legs! Can De La Rosa finish him? De La Rosa putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Zawadzki in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. A shot in the inside from De La Rosa. A short body shot lands from De La Rosa as the two fighters clinch.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! De La Rosa lands a knee to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from De La Rosa. A short uppercut from De La Rosa. A short body shot lands from De La Rosa as the two fighters clinch.
Zawadzki takes a knee right on the jaw!
De La Rosa digs a right hand underneath Zawadzki's ribcage. Zawadzki let out a lung full of air as it connected. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. De La Rosa obliges. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rafael De La Rosa dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Zawadzki walks straight into a perfectly timed right hook, crumpling him to the floor! Zawadzki is in all kinds of trouble here - can he beat the count? 3,4,5,6,7,8,9....10 - he's out and it's by a long way too - he didn't ever look like beating that count!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Rafael De La Rosa! An out of breath Rafael De La Rosa 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:
Conquest VI
Date: Feb 29, 2020 |
#R1# Kowalski throws a right hand that Fisher ducks under and follows up with a left that Fisher also avoids with ease. Kowalski misses with a combination
#TD# and Fisher counters with a takedown into side control. Fisher is putting a hurting on Kowalski here, landing some big shots from side control. #CUT# It looks like Jan Kowalski has been cut. Fisher lands some shots froms side control. Fisher lands a big left to the face of Kowalski, bouncing his head like a basketball. Another shot from Fisher and another - Kowalski is out! Fisher stands up and salutes his fans, who are going crazy in the stands.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Donald Fisher! During a confident post fight interview, Donald Fisher thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Conquest V
Date: Feb 22, 2020 |
#R1# Makowski tries to close the distance and clinch but Spotify swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Karol Makowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Makowski looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!#CL2# Spotify moves into the clinch.#BC2# Spotify's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Spotify closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2# Spotify's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Spotify swats away the attempt to clinch by Makowski. Makowski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Spotify shoots in but Makowski avoids the takedown attempt easily. Makowski misses with the combination.
Spotify shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Makowski as he avoids it easily. Makowski went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. No luck for Spotify with that takedown attempt. Karol Makowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Janusz Spotify. Makowski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Spotify under the eye. Spotify fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Makowski manages to avoid it. Spotify tries for a takedown but Makowski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T1# Makowski misses with a few strikes there.
Makowski throws a left and a right that both miss
and Spotify makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Makowski really felt that one! Spotify shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Makowski sprawls well. Makowski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Spotify gets slowly back to his feet. Spotify throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Spotify closes the distance and clinches up with Makowski, looking for a takedown. Spotify pushes Makowski against the cage but Makowski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Makowski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Spotify shoots in looking for a takedown but Makowski manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spotify's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Left hook, right uppercut from Makowski. Makowski misses with a wild combination.
Makowski leaves Spotify with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T2# Spotify showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Makowski.
Spotify shoots in and drives through. Makowski sprawls well. Makowski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Spotify circles away quickly and effectively. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2# Spotify pulls guard successfully.
Makowski looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Makowski trying to control but Spotify is working from the bottom. Spotify managing to control the position. Spotify looking for a sweep. Not yet Spotify, not yet. #T3##SUB2# Spotify escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Makowski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Spotify pulls Makowski in to control the position. Makowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Makowski postures up.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Spotify shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Makowski as he jumps to the side. #CL2# Spotify gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Spotify prevents Makowski from breaking the clinch.#BC2# Spotify manages to break the clinch.
Spotify looks to land a combination but Makowski avoids it well. Makowski is looking for a counter combo. Makowski swinging wildly here.
Makowski stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Makowski wants it to stay on the feet. A punch combination from Spotify misses. Spotify shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Makowski as he jumps to the side. Makowski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spotify slips a jab and a cross from Makowski.
Spotify darts in looking for a takedown but Makowski gets double underhooks and turns Spotify into the cage. Makowski dips to his left and cracks Spotify with an uppercut! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karol Makowski dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2##CL2# Spotify clinches. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Spotify as Makowski tries to tie him up. Makowski is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Spotify is defending well for now.#BC2# Spotify breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Makowski fails in his attempt to clinch. Spotify drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Makowski defends it well. Spotify shoots in looking for a takedown but Makowski manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Spotify's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Makowski looks to land a combination but Spotify avoids it well. #CL2# Spotify rushes Makowski and presses him up against the cage.#TD2# Spotify jumps into guard, dragging Makowski to the mat.
Spotify looking for a sweep. Not yet Spotify, not yet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Spotify is trying to control the position but Makowski postures up. Spotify looking for a sweep. Not yet Spotify, not yet. Spotify is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1# Makowski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Spotify is keeping the position for now. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Spotify working a defensive guard here.
Spotify pulls Makowski in close to prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Spotify fails to land the takedown. Makowski swinging wildly here.
Spotify shoots in but no luck this time. Makowski is looking to counter the offense by Spotify and move into the clinch. Karol Makowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Janusz Spotify.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Spotify misses with a few strikes there.
Spotify looks to land a combination but Makowski avoids it well. #CL2# Spotify rushes Makowski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Spotify tries to pull guard but Makowski holds him up against the cage and eventually Spotify drops back down to his feet.
Makowski tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Spotify tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Makowski just stands there and leans against the cage. Makowski wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Spotify has him pressed against the cage. Makowski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Makowski prevents the takedown attempt.
Makowski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Makowski working hard to break the clinch. Spotify tries to score a body lock takedown but Makowski shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T3##BC2# Spotify's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Makowski looks to land a combination but Spotify avoids it well. No joy there for Makowski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Makowski misses with a wild body shot. Spotify scores with a kick to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Makowski. No joy for Spotify on that attempt. Makowski is looking for a counter combo. Makowski works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Makowski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Makowski tries to clinch there but Spotify circles away.
A head kick misses from Spotify. Spotify shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Makowski defends it nicely.#CL# Spotify tries to keep at a distance but Makowski has taken the fight into the clinch.#T4# Makowski is pressed up against the cage. Spotify has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Makowski down to the mat. Makowski avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2# Spotify instigates a clinch. Spotify's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Spotify tries to pull guard but Makowski forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Makowski tries to throw a body punch but Spotify avoids it by throwing Makowski back against the cage. Makowski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Spotify's elbow. Spotify is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Makowski gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A bit of stalling here from Makowski.
Janusz Spotify seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Makowski tries to throw a body punch but Spotify avoids it by throwing Makowski back against the cage. Makowski can't find room to land a body shot as Spotify controls the action.
Spotify tries a body shot but Makowski blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Karol Makowski dominated that second round. 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# Makowski misses with a few strikes there.
Spotify shoots in but no luck this time. Spotify fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Spotify moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Makowski avoids the body shot from Spotify.
Makowski swinging wildly here.
Karol Makowski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2# Spotify gets a clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Spotify goes for a takedown attempt but Makowski pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Karol Makowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Janusz Spotify. Spotify shoots in looking for a takedown. Makowski tries to sprawl out of it but Spotify keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Makowski manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# No joy there for Makowski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL2# Spotify gets in close and instigates a clinch. Spotify wants to take the fight to the mat but Makowski manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Makowski is trying to break the clinch but Spotify is controlling him.#BC2# Spotify breaks from the clinch.
Spotify slips a jab and a cross from Makowski.
Spotify shoots in but Makowski avoids the takedown attempt easily. Karol Makowski is winning the standup battle so far. Makowski with a hook.#CL2# Spotify pushes Makowski up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2# Spotify manages to pull guard.
Spotify is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Spotify wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2# Spotify keeping moving, preventing Makowski from controlling successfully. #ES2# Spotify is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Makowski presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC2# Spotify's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Makowski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Spotify circles away quickly and effectively. Spotify throws a head kick that misses. Makowski wants to clinch up but Spotify keeps it at a distance. Spotify throws a counter combo. Spotify takes a swing at Makowski's ribcage but misses. #T3# Makowski closes the distance looking to clinch and Spotify counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL# Makowski pushes Spotify up against the cage in a clinch. Spotify blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Spotify looking for a takedown. Spotify tries to pull guard but Makowski holds him up against the cage and eventually Spotify drops back down to his feet.
Makowski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spotify drops down looking for an ankle pick but Makowski pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL# Makowski darts in and clinches Spotify up against the cage. Spotify tries to pull guard but Makowski forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T4# Makowski effectively controlling the action here. Makowski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Makowski misses with an elbow strike.
Spotify blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Spotify cracks Makowski with a nice body shot. Spotify tries to pull guard but Makowski won't allow it.
Makowski can't find room to land a body shot as Spotify controls the action.
Makowski throws a punch but it's blocked by Spotify. #BC2# Spotify manages to break the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Spotify wants to clinch up but Makowski keeps it at a distance. Spotify tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Makowski swivels and escapes. Makowski is looking to counter the offense by Spotify and move into the clinch.#CL# Makowski moves into the clinch. Janusz Spotify has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Karol Makowski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Spotify digs a right hand underneath Makowski's ribcage. Makowski let out a lung full of air as it connected.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Karol Makowski. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Makowski, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27 Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karol Makowski!
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Event:
Conquest IV:
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
#R1# Lis avoids the head kick by Dam Kim.
Lis looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this! Lis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Dam Kim can pounce on him.
Dam Kim scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Dam Kim lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lis takes a step back to recover. Lis avoids the head kick by Dam Kim.
Dam Kim scores with a kick to the midsection. Dam Kim goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Dam Kim tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Lis avoids the head kick by Dam Kim.
Lis is looking to counter punch. Dam Kim tries a head kick but it misses.
Dam Kim throws a head kick that misses. Lis is looking to counter punch. Dam Kim misses with a head kick.
Lis blocks a head kick by Dam Kim.
Lis throwing a counter right hand but Dam Kim manages to avoid it. Lis really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dam Kim. Dam Kim misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lis blocks a head kick by Dam Kim.
Dam Kim is looking to land body kicks.#T1# Dam Kim scores with a leg kick.
Dam Kim throws a sloppy head kick and Lis moves out of range easily. Dam Kim misses with a head kick.
Lis appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Good leg kick by Dam Kim there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Dam Kim tests Lis's chin there with a solid looking shot. Dam Kim throws a head kick that misses. Lis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Dam Kim can pounce on him.
Lis on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Lis on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dam Kim. Dam Kim obviously looking to wear him down.
Dam Kim throws a leg kick #TD# and Lis counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2# Dam Kim explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dam Kim thumps Lis with a low kick. Dam Kim throws a head kick but Lis moves out of range.
Dam Kim misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lis is looking for a counter combo.#T2# Dam Kim tried to score with a low kick but Lis checks it. No joy there for Lis, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dam Kim pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#TD# Lis closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Dam Kim did well to prevent Lis getting side control.#SUB2# Dam Kim looking for submissions off his back. Lis trying to advance position but Dam Kim counters by regaining guard. Dam Kim is trying to keep Lis in close.
#SUB# Lis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T3# Lis pushes down on Dam Kim's leg and manages to get into half guard. Dam Kim is trying to control but can't.
Dam Kim is pressing down on Lis's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Lis trying to control but Dam Kim is working from the bottom. Lis stopping the sweep attempt from Dam Kim.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Dam Kim is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dam Kim is keeping the position for now. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Lis content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Dam Kim wants to stand but Lis is controlling the position. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Lis lands with an overhand left. Dam Kim scores with a leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Dam Kim. That snapped Lis's head back.
A low kick from Dam Kim is predictable there and Lis counters with a straight right hand. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Long Dam Kim dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Dam Kim looks to land a body kick but Lis moved away. Lis tries to counter with a takedown but Dam Kim is quick to defend against it. Dam Kim throws a head kick but Lis moves out of range.
Lis wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Dam Kim misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dam Kim lands a right hook to the body.
Dam Kim tries a head kick but it misses.
Dam Kim delivers a nice body kick. A decent looking body kick lands there for Dam Kim. Dam Kim tries a head kick but it misses.
A quick step to the side and Lis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. A good leg kick by Dam Kim. Long Dam Kim seems to be getting the better of the standup. Dam Kim throws out a powerful jab. Long Dam Kim seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dam Kim scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Dam Kim throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Lis avoids the head kick by Dam Kim.
Lis appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Dam Kim throws a body kick that misses. Dam Kim tries to land a front kick but Lis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Long Dam Kim is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1# Lis avoids the head kick by Dam Kim.
Dam Kim looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Dam Kim has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Dam Kim misses with a kick to the body.
Dam Kim thows a body kick. Lis tries to catch it but that hurt him. Lis looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Dam Kim lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lis's sensitive parts. Dam Kim fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lis manages to avoid it. Dam Kim lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Lis is looking to clinch but Dam Kim is avoiding it.
Dam Kim throws a front kick aimed at Lis's knee but Lis avoids it well. Lis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. A low kick from Dam Kim misses and Lis counters with a stiff right hand. Dam Kim throws a sloppy head kick and Lis moves out of range easily. Dam Kim throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Lis's head.#T2# Dam Kim lands with a slapping head kick. Dam Kim keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lis. Dam Kim finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Dam Kim misses the shot to the body. A slapping leg kick lands for Dam Kim.
Sloppy strikes from Lis. Those never looked like landing. Dam Kim throws a head kick but Lis moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lis. Dam Kim does a little dance to reset his feet. Dam Kim misses with a wild body shot. Lis takes a body punch but keeps moving. Dam Kim thows a leg kick but Lis checks it #TD# and Lis counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Lis is pressing down on Dam Kim's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dam Kim is holding on for now. Dam Kim desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T3# Lis trying to mount his opponent but Dam Kim defends it. #ES2# Dam Kim has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Lis is on him like a limpet, forcing Dam Kim back against the cage.#TD# Lis drags the fight down to the ground.
Dam Kim passes into half guard. Lis tries to kick Dam Kim off in order to stand up. Dam Kim Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. #T4# Lis is looking for a sweep. Lis tries to escape but Dam Kim is in control. Dam Kim gets to mount! Lis was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Lis wants to hold on but Dam Kim pushes him away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Long Dam Kim showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Lis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# A decent looking body kick lands there for Dam Kim. Dam Kim lands a leg kick that knocks Lis off balance momentarily. A chopping leg kick lands by Dam Kim. Dam Kim throws the kick towards the body but Lis avoids it. Lis will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Dam Kim lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lis's sensitive parts. A head kick misses from Dam Kim. Dam Kim thuds his shin into the meat of Lis's side. Dam Kim throws a head kick that misses. Dam Kim misses with a head kick.
Dam Kim smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dam Kim looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Lis blocks a head kick by Dam Kim.
Lis steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Dam Kim. That one must have hurt. Dam Kim misses with a leg kick. A head kick misses from Dam Kim. #T1# A big right from Dam Kim misses. Dam Kim tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Dam Kim misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lis tries to counter by clinching up but Dam Kim breaks away and moves out of range. Dam Kim fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Dam Kim feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lis's calf. Dam Kim throws a leg kick which misses Lis's front leg but catches the back leg as Lis tries to avoid it. Dam Kim scores with a spinning back kick! A head kick by Dam Kim misses #TD# and Lis decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Dam Kim's guard. Dam Kim not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lis looking to sit in guard and control but Dam Kim gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Dam Kim is fighting to break Lis's control of his arms but Lis is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2# Dam Kim wants to control from the top but Lis keeps moving. Lis looking for a sweep. Not yet Lis, not yet. Lis seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Lis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dam Kim is one step ahead there. #SUB# Lis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dam Kim doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dam Kim manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Dam Kim works over Lis with some ground and pound from guard.#T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Dam Kim trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Lis controlling the position.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Dam Kim misses with a head kick.
Dam Kim throws a sloppy head kick and Lis moves out of range easily. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Lis misses with a body shot.
Lis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dam Kim. Gustaw Lis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Long Dam Kim is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Dam Kim tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lis is able to avoid easily.
And that's the end of the fight! Long Dam Kim comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Dam Kim has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Long Dam Kim! A relieved looking Long Dam Kim 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:
Conquest III: Murska vs Name
Date: Feb 08, 2020 |
#R1# Kowalski tries to bum rush Abbot with a series of wild strikes but Abbot uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Abbot half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Kowalski fails to land with a series of punches.
Abbot avoids the body shot from Kowalski.
Kowalski jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Abbot dives in for a single leg takedown but Kowalski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. A little jabbing left from Kowalski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Abbot slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Kowalski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Abbot moves in looking to clinch but Kowalski pushes him off. Abbot dives in for a single leg takedown but Kowalski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Kowalski moves into range and connects with a jab. Kowalski 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. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kowalski!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Abbot fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kowalski.#CL# Abbot rushes Kowalski and presses him up against the cage. Kowalski misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1##BC# Abbot escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2# Kowalski gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Kowalski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Abbot stalling against the cage.
Kowalski tries to break the clinch but Abbot is controlling the position. Abbot definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Abbot tries to throw a body punch but Kowalski avoids it by throwing Abbot back against the cage. Kowalski misses with a body punch.
Abbot is trying to pull guard but Kowalski turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chuck Abbot. That's going to take a lot out of him. Kowalski is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Abbot fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Abbot goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kowalski is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T2# Kowalski jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Abbot walks away with a smile on his face. Kowalski gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Kowalski tests Abbot's chin there with a solid looking shot. Abbot misses with a few strikes there.
#CL2# Kowalski instigates a clinch. Kowalski wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Abbot has him pressed against the cage.#BC# Abbot breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. A right-left combo lands from Kowalski. Kowalski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Abbot moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Abbot seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kowalski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jan Kowalski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Abbot shoots in for a takedown but Kowalski shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. As Abbot backs off Kowalski throws a huge counter combo but Abbot manages to avoid it all. Kowalski swats away the attempt to clinch by Abbot. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kowalski! But no joy. Kowalski throws a series of punches but Abbot moves out of range. It looked like Abbot wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Kowalski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T3# Kowalski throws a series of punches but Abbot avoids them all with ease. #CL2# Kowalski moves into the clinch. Kowalski is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Kowalski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. A nice left hand lands by Kowalski.
Kowalski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Abbot has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kowalski avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Kowalski misses with a hook to the ribs.
#TD# Abbot has clasped his hands together around Kowalski's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Kowalski is looking for a sweep. Kowalski can't do much from the bottom here. Kowalski sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4# Abbot wants to take a breather but Kowalski is having none of it. Kowalski keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Abbot is figuring out what he wants to do next. Kowalski is looking to improve his position.
Kowalski is trying to stand.
Abbot tries to stand but can't do so whilst Kowalski controls his leg. Kowalski keeping control of the position. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Kowalski 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# Abbot uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kowalski.
Abbot showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kowalski.
Kowalski throws the kick towards the body but Abbot avoids it. Kowalski misses with a wild combination.
Kowalski has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Kowalski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kowalski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. A swing and a miss from Abbot. Kowalski throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kowalski circles away from the clinch attempt.
Abbot fails with a takedown attempt. Kowalski moves into range and connects with a jab. #T1# Kowalski scores with a one two! Abbot had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT2# It looks like Chuck Abbot has been cut.#CL2# Kowalski drives through and clinches with Abbot against the cage.
Kowalski throws a punch but it's blocked by Abbot. Abbot fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Abbot jumps guard but Kowalski turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Abbot misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kowalski trying to stall but Abbot improves his position.
Kowalski lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Abbot backwards. Kowalski scores with a nice hook to the head. Kowalski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kowalski softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Abbot is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kowalski gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chuck Abbot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2# Kowalski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kowalski.#TD2# Kowalski decides to pull guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Abbot postures up in Kowalski's guard and throws a big left but Kowalski blocks it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Kowalski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Abbot throws a big right hand that misses. Kowalski pulls Abbot in close to prevent any damage. Abbot throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Kowalski pulls Abbot in close to prevent any damage. Kowalski avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3# Abbot sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2# Kowalski moves into the clinch successfully.
Abbot has Kowalski pressed against the cage, preventing Kowalski from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Kowalski will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Abbot up against the cage. Abbot lands a damaging elbow. #CUT# It looks like Jan Kowalski has been cut. Kowalski tries to work over Abbot's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. We've been informed that Kowalski has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Abbot stalling in the clinch but Kowalski improves position. #TD2# Kowalski gets control of Abbot's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kowalski will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Abbot content to stall in guard here. #T4##SU# Kowalski is working an open guard so Abbot takes the opportunity to get back to his feet. Kowalski moves into range and connects with a jab. Jan Kowalski seems to be getting the better of the standup. Kowalski scores with a jab.#CL2# Kowalski takes the fight into the clinch. Abbot misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kowalski wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Abbot has him pressed against the cage. Kowalski swings wildly with an uppercut but Abbot uses good head movement to avoid it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Kowalski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Abbot looks for a takedown but Kowalski sprawls well. Kowalski throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Danga de danga de dang - Kowalski scores with a four punch combination! Kowalski is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Abbot throws a wild combination but nothing lands. No joy there for Kowalski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL2# Kowalski closes the distance and clinches. Abbot pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Abbot misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Abbot. Abbot fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kowalski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Abbot backwards. With the fighters up against the cage, Kowalski throws an elbow but misses. #T1# Kowalski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Abbot has Kowalski pressed against the cage, preventing Kowalski from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Kowalski pushes off an throws an elbow but Abbot leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Kowalski misses with a knee strike.
Kowalski is stalling here.
Kowalski is trying to drag Abbot to the mat but Abbot just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD# Abbot drags the fight down to the ground.
Kowalski wants to control from the top but Abbot keeps moving. Kowalski stops Abbot from standing up. #T2# Kowalski trying to control the position from guard on top but Abbot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Abbot wants to stand and escape but Kowalski is having none of it. Kowalski working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Kowalski works a leg free and moves into half guard. #ES# Abbot pushes Kowalski off and gets back to his feet. Kowalski misses with the combination.
#T3##CL2# Kowalski rushes Abbot and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Abbot avoiding damage as Kowalski throws knees to the body.
#BC# Abbot breaks the clinch.
Kowalski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kowalski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Abbot moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Abbot uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kowalski.
Kowalski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Abbot seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Kowalski looks to land a left hand but Abbot moved out of range nicely. Kowalski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Kowalski misses with a few strikes there.
#CL2# Kowalski closes the distance and clinches. Abbot blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4# Kowalski avoids the elbow strike from Abbot, against the cage.
Abbot tries to pull guard but Kowalski forces him back to his feet, against the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chuck Abbot. That's going to take a lot out of him. Abbot being controlled against the cage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Kowalski. Kowalski wants to break free but Abbot has control.
Abbot blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC# Abbot breaks the clinch.
Abbot throws a head kick but Kowalski moves out of range.
#CL2# Kowalski clinches. Chuck Abbot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jan Kowalski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Abbot goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kowalski prevents it.
And that's the end of the fight! Jan Kowalski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Kowalski 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jan Kowalski!
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