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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
HFC 25:Tight vs Handerson
Date: Dec 03, 2022 |
#R1# Callwell tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Guo swivels and escapes. Guo attempts a counter takedown but Callwell avoids it well and moves away. Callwell fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Callwell shoots in for a takedown but Guo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Kwok Guo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Henry Callwell. Guo tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Callwell defends well and Guo ends up having to push Callwell into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC# Guo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD# Guo throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Callwell tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Guo is in Callwell's guard. Guo stands and throws Callwell's legs to the side, diving into side control. Callwell is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Guo is working Callwell over with some ground and pound from side control. #T1##SU# Guo stands up. We've been told by Guo's head coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Callwell enables Guo to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Callwell manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Guo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Callwell is keeping the position for now. Guo wants to stand but Callwell has a closed guard, so he can't escape. Callwell is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Guo is controlling him. Guo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2# Callwell keeping full guard, as Guo tries to pass. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Guo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Callwell tries for a takedown but Guo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD# Guo feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T3##ES2# Callwell is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. Callwell lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Guo or not. Guo is working for takedown but Callwell is calmly controlling the position for now. Guo looking for a takedown. Guo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Callwell just stands there and leans against the cage. Guo is breathing heavily. Callwell gets underhooks to prevent Guo's takedown attempt.
Callwell looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Callwell tries to pull guard but Guo holds him up against the cage and eventually Callwell drops back down to his feet.
#T4# Callwell looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2# Callwell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Guo throws a looping overhand right but Callwell ducks down to avoid it. No luck with that takedown attempt from Callwell. Callwell fails to land the takedown. Guo seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Callwell shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Guo defends it nicely. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kwok Guo dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2# Callwell shoots in for a double leg but Guo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Guo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Guo wants it to stay on the feet. Callwell gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD# so Guo counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Kwok Guo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Henry Callwell. Guo controls from within his opponent's guard. Guo has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Kwok Guo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Guo seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Callwell for as long as he can get away with.#T1# Callwell keeping full guard, as Guo tries to pass. Guo is looking to work some ground and pound but Callwell has wrist control. Guo looking to pass the guard. Guo prevents Callwell from getting back to his feet. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Callwell shoots in but Guo avoids the takedown attempt easily.#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. Horrible takedown attempt by Callwell or perhaps it was just good defense by Guo, which made it look bad. Guo is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Callwell. Guo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Guo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Callwell sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Guo somewhat. Callwell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Guo tries to avoid it but Callwell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Guo to the ground. Guo escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Callwell shoots in looking for a takedown but Guo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Callwell's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD# Guo is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Callwell's half guard. Callwell is breathing heavily. Guo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3# Callwell trying to control here.
Guo stalling. Guo wants to stand but Callwell has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. Guo throws a strike but Callwell avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Guo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Callwell can do to turn this around?#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. Guo is looking to work some ground and pound but Callwell has wrist control. Callwell being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Kwok Guo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Callwell fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Guo avoids it really well and circles away. Callwell shoots in for a double leg but Guo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Guo stuffs the takedown. Guo tries for a takedown but Callwell sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Callwell shoots in looking for a takedown. Guo tries to sprawl out of it but Callwell keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Guo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Guo doesn't manage to clinch there - Callwell circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kwok Guo dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Guo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Callwell. Callwell tries to clinch up but Guo circles away and keeps his distance. Guo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Guo wants it to stay on the feet. Horrible takedown attempt by Callwell or perhaps it was just good defense by Guo, which made it look bad. Guo tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Callwell manages to circle out of the way. Kwok Guo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Henry Callwell.#CL# Guo clinches. Guo is trying to drag Callwell to the mat but Callwell just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC# Guo breaks the clinch.
#T1# Callwell shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Guo as he jumps to the side. Guo closes the distance and clinches up with Callwell, looking for a takedown. Guo pushes Callwell against the cage but Callwell circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Guo wants to clinch up but Callwell keeps it at a distance. Callwell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Guo tries to avoid it but Callwell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Guo to the ground. Guo escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Guo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Callwell circles away. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Guo tries to clinch up but Callwell circles away and keeps his distance. Henry Callwell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Callwell tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Guo swivels and escapes. Kwok Guo is winning the standup battle so far. Guo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Callwell's waist but Callwell gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Guo off to one side. Callwell closes this distance looking for a takedown but Guo circles away. Guo is looking to clinch. Guo walks forward, straight into a front kick from Callwell.#T2# Callwell shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Guo but Guo pushes him off and we're back to square one. Callwell has a takedown stuffed. Guo shoots for a takedown but Callwell saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Callwell shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Guo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL2# Callwell instigates a clinch. Callwell is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Guo is defending well. Callwell goes for a takedown in the clinch but Guo prevents it.
#T3# Guo can't get the takedown.
#BC2# Callwell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Callwell throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Guo closes the distance and clinches up with Callwell, looking for a takedown. Guo pushes Callwell against the cage but Callwell circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Callwell looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Guo is fending him off so far but Callwell persists. Nope, Guo circles away and we're back to standing. Callwell fails to land the takedown. Guo is looking for a counter combo. Callwell shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Guo pinned against the cage. Guo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4##TD# Guo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Callwell's guard. Guo is standing up over Callwell. Callwell looks to escape but Guo dives into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REVB# Guo moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. Henry Callwell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Callwell dodges the ground and pound from Guo.
And that's the end of the fight! Kwok Guo showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Guo, 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27 Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27 Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kwok Guo! Kwok Guo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WFC 12: Khaledi vs. Rogers
Date: Oct 29, 2022 |
#R1# Good standup being displayed there by Heredia as he connects with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Jay Howard Ii has been cut. Howard Ii throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A counter left hand to the body from Heredia misses its target. Howard Ii takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Heredia lands with a big right hook that stumbles Howard Ii - he's out on his feet here! Heredia follows up with another monster hook that separates Howard Ii from consciousness! Howard Ii falls, almost in slow motion to the canvas! Heredia stands and admires his work as the crowd go wild.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Roberto Heredia! Post fight, an emotional Roberto Heredia said 'Bueno pues ya emos ganao, aora viene lo bueno, BOOM. Fiesta, asta el domingo! BOOM Y voi a cojer un par de requetonas, y las voi a partir las bragas. BOOM'. |
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Event:
HFC17:Peramaki vs Tight
Date: Oct 15, 2022 |
#R1# Della Maddalena throws a low kick but Callwell moves out of range easily. Callwell ducks under a wild hook from Della Maddalena. Della Maddalena ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Callwell moves away. Callwell shoots in but Della Maddalena avoids the takedown attempt easily. Della Maddalena stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Della Maddalena wants it to stay on the feet. Della Maddalena throws a counter combo. Della Maddalena swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Callwell fails with a takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henry Callwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. Della Maddalena misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2# Della Maddalena throws a left that rocks Callwell and follows with a right that sends him tumbling to the canvas! Della Maddalena dives into side control, looking to finish! Can Callwell regain composure!
#ROC2#Callwell is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Henry Callwell has been cut. This has been an exciting period of action!#SU2# Della Maddalena stands up. Oh Callwell is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Callwell with a poor takedown and Della Maddalena counters with a right hand from hell and Callwell is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Leo Della Maddalena! |
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Event:
300.F.C FIGHT 5
Date: Oct 08, 2022 |
Andy Liu really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 173.7, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Jayson Howard was cancelled. |
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Event:
WFC 7: Faraon vs Chaize
Date: Sep 24, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Hulk closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Howard Ii to the mat! Howard Ii manages to get full guard. Hulk stays in close to Howard Ii's body and controls the position. Hulk postures up in Howard Ii's guard and throws a big left but Howard Ii blocks it. Howard Ii working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hulk. Hulk throwing strikes but missing. Hulk throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Howard Ii works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Howard Ii avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Hulk 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.#SUB# Hulk 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. Howard Ii keeping full guard, as Hulk tries to pass. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hulk throws a big right hand that misses. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1# Hulk stands up over Howard Ii, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Howard Ii is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Hulk controls from within his opponent's guard. Hulk working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Hulk landing with the ground and pound. Hulk connects with a couple of short punches. Hulk slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Hulk distracts Howard Ii with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#CUT#It looks like Jay Howard Ii has been cut. Hulk controlling from the top position. #T2# Hulk stands up over Howard Ii, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ROC#Howard Ii is rocked! Howard Ii looks winded! Hulk gets to his feet and stands over Howard Ii, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Howard Ii felt that one! Hulk unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Howard Ii from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Iranian Hulk! |
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Event:
300.FC FIGHT 2
Date: Sep 24, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Dragon fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Stawarski to the ground. Dragon is now in Stawarski's guard.#SUB2# Stawarski looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dragon wants to control from the top but Stawarski keeps moving. #SUB2# Stawarski is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Dragon rolls with it to try and escape but Stawarski cranks on the arm and Dragon is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joao Stawarski! Joao Stawarski thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 19, 2022 |
#R1# Dragon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Dragon fails to land the takedown. The Paladin Dragon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD# Marshall drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Dragon has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Marshall has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. Dragon tries to score a body lock takedown but Marshall shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Tevi Marshall has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Paladin Dragon. Marshall tries to pull guard but Dragon won't allow it.
#TD2# Dragon tightens his grip and picks Marshall up, before dumping him to the ground. Marshall manages to land in guard. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Marshall will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Marshall is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##ES# Marshall has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Dragon is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. Dragon holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Dragon makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2# Marshall is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dragon to keep the fight standing. Dragon has Marshall pressed against the cage.
Dragon pushes Marshall back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Marshall gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dragon.
Dragon has Marshall pressed against the cage, preventing Marshall from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T3# With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dragon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Marshall is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Dragon will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Marshall up against the cage. Dragon scores with a hook to the body.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. A frustrated look appears on Marshall's face as he tries to break the clinch. #TD2# Dragon pulls guard. Marshall throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2# Marshall stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Dragon has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Marshall manages to get his head free but now Dragon has transitioned to an armbar! Marshall grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Dragon! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Paladin Dragon! |
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Event:
HFC12:Khamaev vs Hattori
Date: Sep 17, 2022 |
#R1# Callwell shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Pavlovic but Pavlovic pushes him off and we're back to square one. Pavlovic lands the left hand. Pavlovic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Pavlovic slaps away a takedown attempt from Callwell, before circling back to the center of the mat. Callwell misses with a wild body shot. #CL2# Pavlovic darts in and clinches Callwell up against the cage. Pavlovic stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#BC2# Pavlovic breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Callwell keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Pavlovic feints and then cracks Callwell's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Callwell down. Pavlovic looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Callwell shoots for a takedown but Pavlovic saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Pavlovic was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henry Callwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Callwell.#T1# Callwell throws a nice looking combination but Pavlovic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Good leg kick by Pavlovic. Callwell tries to clinch but Pavlovic moves out of range. Callwell shoots in but no luck this time. Callwell shoots in for a takedown but Pavlovic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Callwell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Callwell shoots in for a takedown but Pavlovic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2# Pavlovic manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Callwell on his heels. He'll look to pass Callwell's guard now, I'm sure. Pavlovic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Pavlovic missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2# Callwell can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pavlovic controls the pace. Callwell seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. Let's hope that Pavlovic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight. Pavlovic is looking to work some ground and pound but Callwell has wrist control.#T3# Pavlovic showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Callwell shoots for a takedown but Pavlovic saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Pavlovic was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Callwell with a poor takedown and Pavlovic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Pavlovic thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Callwell if he has to take too many more of those.
Callwell is breathing heavily. Pavlovic looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Callwell takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Pavlovic lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Pavlovic thuds his shin into the meat of Callwell's side. Pavlovic throws a good cross that connects.
Callwell takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Callwell avoids the head kick by Pavlovic.
Callwell throws a lazy head kick #TD2# and Pavlovic counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ROC2#Callwell is rocked! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Pavlovic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Oh Callwell is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4# Callwell seems to have got his legs back now. Pavlovic must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Pavlovic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vladimir Pavlovic dominated that round. That's time! Callwell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Pavlovic throws a leg kick which misses Callwell's front leg but catches the back leg as Callwell tries to avoid it. Henry Callwell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Callwell shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Pavlovic pinned against the cage. Pavlovic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Pavlovic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Callwell with a lazy takedown attempt and Pavlovic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Pavlovic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A lazy body kick from Pavlovic and Callwell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Pavlovic avoids a punch combination nicely.
#CL2# Callwell tries to keep at a distance but Pavlovic has taken the fight into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Callwell is trying to break the clinch but Pavlovic is controlling him. Pavlovic scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1# Pavlovic is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Callwell is defending well.#TD2# Pavlovic is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Callwell can't fight it off and eventually Pavlovic manages to take the fight to the floor. Callwell looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Pavlovic chips away with some ground and pound. Pavlovic seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. Pavlovic prevents Callwell from getting back to his feet. #T2# Callwell throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Pavlovic seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. Pavlovic trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Pavlovic content to stall in guard here. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Callwell tries to clinch and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Vladimir Pavlovic seems to be getting the better of the standup. A nice inside leg kick there by Pavlovic. That's going to slow Callwell down. Pavlovic misses with a head kick.
#T3# Callwell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Pavlovic as he avoids it easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henry Callwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Pavlovic has Callwell up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2# Pavlovic has hold of one of Callwell's legs. Callwell is fighting the takedown attempt but Pavlovic gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Pavlovic trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Callwell is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Pavlovic is controlling him. Pavlovic showing good wrestling skills to control the position. We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Pavlovic.#T4# Pavlovic throws an elbow that misses. Callwell uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pavlovic's guard. Nice move by Callwell!#REVR# Callwell trying to control but Pavlovic is working from the bottom. Callwell won't allow Pavlovic to get back to his feet. Pavlovic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SU# Callwell stands up and waves to Pavlovic to follow him. Henry Callwell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Callwell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Pavlovic as he avoids it easily. Callwell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Pavlovic sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Callwell somewhat. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vladimir Pavlovic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3# Callwell has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Pavlovic. Pavlovic lands a head kick. Callwell smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Pavlovic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Callwell is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Pavlovic buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pavlovic tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Callwell defends well and Pavlovic ends up having to push Callwell into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Callwell is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Callwell shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Pavlovic counters with a nice uppercut. Pavlovic has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Pavlovic scores with a crisp jab that stopped Callwell in his tracks. #CL2# Pavlovic moves into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC# Callwell breaks from the clinch.
BOOM! Pavlovic lands a beautiful left hook that drops Callwell. Callwell tries to recover but Pavlovic is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Callwell lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladimir Pavlovic! |
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Event:
300.F.C FREE FIGHTS
Date: Sep 17, 2022 |
#R1# Liu dives in and grabs Howard's left leg, looking for a takedown. Howard pushes down on Liu's head and hops out.#TD# Howard looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Liu! Howard throws a strike aimed at the side of Liu's head but Liu avoids it well. Howard 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. Howard working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Liu is trying to get back to half guard. The strikes coming from Howard are missing the target in this wave of attacks. Liu being controlled for a moment. Liu really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Howard. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Howard creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Liu sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Liu can't do much from the bottom here. Liu is looking to regain half guard here but Howard keeps moving and retains side control. Liu avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Howard. Liu parries the strikes from Howard easily there. Howard is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Liu to escape.
#T1# Liu wants to control but Howard postures up.#SU# Howard has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. Liu lands a nice looking body shot.
Jayson Howard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD# Howard closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Liu did well to prevent Howard getting side control. Liu pushes Howard off looking to stand but Howard dives back in and keeps control.
Howard sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Liu defending well though. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Howard is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Howard controlling the position easily from mount. Poor strikes thrown by Howard there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Howard controlling his opponent. Liu wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Howard.
#T2# Liu keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Liu holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Howard tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Howard looking to ground and pound but Liu is blocking nicely. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Liu is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Howard misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Liu tries to reverse the position but Howard maintains control. Howard landing shots from mount. Liu looks winded! Howard thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Liu's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. Poor strikes thrown by Howard there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Howard throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. Howard thowing shots but they're missing. #SUB# Howard is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Liu has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#T3# Howard sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it! Howard lands a big elbow. Howard misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Liu is working to get back to half guard.
Howard throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
#SUB# Howard looking to secure an arm triangle but Liu defends it well. Liu holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Howard tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Howard throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Liu because Howard loaded up on that one. #T4# Howard throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Liu because Howard loaded up on that one. Howard with good strikes from the mount here! Liu avoids a series of strikes thrown by Howard.
#SUB# Howard is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Liu to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Liu shrugs it off. Liu avoids a series of strikes thrown by Howard.
Liu throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing. 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! Howard trying to control but Liu is having none of it. Howard looking to ground and pound but Liu is blocking nicely. A big strike lands for Howard! That's really hurt Liu and he's turned his back - Howard keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Howard jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jayson Howard! |
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Event:
CTBA: Out With A Bang
Date: Sep 15, 2022 |
#R1# Ragnarsen throws out a powerful jab. Ragnarsen misses with a few strikes there.
Dragon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Dragon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dragon there as he acknowledges the shot.#CL2# Dragon moves into range and clinches up with Ragnarsen.#BC# Ragnarsen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Dragon walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Ragnarsen lands a head kick!
Dragon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Dragon tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dragon takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL2# Dragon clinches up against the ropes.#BC# Ragnarsen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Ragnarsen lands a nice looking body shot.
Ragnarsen connects with a leg kick. A nice inside leg kick there by Ragnarsen. That's going to slow Dragon down. Ragnarsen lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#KD# Ragnarsen scores with a jab and follows up with an uppercut that drops Dragon to his knees! He bounces straight back to his feet but is forced to take the mandatory standing 8 count before he's allowed to continue. We're back under way and the fighters meet in the middle of the canvas to re-engage.#CUT#It looks like The Paladin Dragon has been cut.#T1# Ragnarsen fails to land with a series of punches.
Ragnarsen closes the distance and catches Dragon with a lead hook that drops him to the canvas! Dragon is clearly dazed and struggling here! 3,4,5,6,7 and Dragon is up to his feet but the referee has called it off! Dragon is still far too wobbly and he's not going to allow the fight to continue! Ragnarsen takes it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Einar Ragnarsen! Einar Ragnarsen decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 09, 2022 |
#R1##TD2# Rafiq feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Rafiq postures up.
Rafiq controlling from the top position. Howard looking to control.
Rafiq is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# Howard keeping full guard, as Rafiq tries to pass. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Rafiq closes this distance looking for a takedown but Howard circles away. Howard tries a head kick but it misses.
Rafiq changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Howard fails with the takedown. Jayson Howard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2# Rafiq manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Howard on his heels. He'll look to pass Howard's guard now, I'm sure. Rafiq content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Rafiq is stalling in the full guard. Howard is trying to keep Rafiq in close.
#T2# Rafiq not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Howard looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD2# Rafiq closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Howard quickly recovers to half guard. Rafiq lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Rafiq working Howard over with strikes. #T3# Rafiq works his foot free and advances to mount. Rafiq controlling the pace for now. Rafiq lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Rafiq looking to control and managing it successfully. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB2# Rafiq quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Rafiq but it's paid off an Howard is forced to tap! Nice work by Rafiq.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Islam Rafiq! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
#R1# Athol with a jab. Athol scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Howard doesn't seem bothered though. #CL2# Athol rushes Howard and presses him up against the cage. Athol makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Athol digs a right hand underneath Howard's ribcage. Howard let out a lung full of air as it connected. Athol lands with a left to the head. Athol struggles to land a body shot inside as Howard controls his hands.
Howard wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Athol has him pressed against the cage. Athol lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Howard. A short right from Athol. Athol lands a hook that snaps the head of Howard backwards. Howard looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Athol gets through Howard's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Howard prevents a body shot from Athol. Athol works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Howard is trying to force a seperation but Athol has the dominant position.#T1# Howard swings wildly with an uppercut but Athol uses good head movement to avoid it. Athol makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Still in the clinch, Athol scores with a nice short uppercut. Athol lands a nice uppercut. Athol tries to throw a body punch but Howard avoids it by throwing Athol back against the cage. Athol pushes Howard back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Howard takes a shot to the head. Athol lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Athol stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2# Athol breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#KD2# Athol lands a left and a right that send Howard crashing to the mat, dazed. Athol thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Howard is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Jayson Howard has been cut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Howard glances at the clock... BAM! Athol nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Howard crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Howard is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rory Athol! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
#R1##CL2# Dragon moves into the clinch.#TD2# Dragon drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB2# Archangel wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Dragon's closed guard. He's half up but Dragon has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Dragon pivots and extends the arm, Archangel falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Dragon! Well done that man!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Paladin Dragon! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 20, 2022 |
#R1# Dragon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ewan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dragon somewhat. Dragon fails with a takedown attempt. Dragon misses with a double jab.
Ewan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dragon's hands.#CUT2#It looks like The Paladin Dragon has been cut. Ewan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dragon stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Ewan tests Dragon's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2# Ewan forces Dragon back against the cage and clinches. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A short body shot lands from Ewan as the two fighters clinch.
Dragon is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for The Paladin Dragon. That's going to take a lot out of him. Ewan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dragon backwards. Dragon pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T1# Dragon takes a shot to the head. A left hand lands to the body for Ewan.
Dragon is breathing heavily. Ewan keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Dragon's efforts to push away. Ewan scores with a nice hook to the head. Ewan lands with a light punch inside. Ewan lands with a right to the head. A right hand to the body from Ewan.
Ewan lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Ewan lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dragon backwards. A body shot lands from Ewan.
Ewan lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ewan lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2# Ewan cracks Dragon with a nice body shot. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ewan lands a left hand.
Ewan is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dragon pulls him back up using the underhooks. A short uppercut from Ewan. A right hook to the body lands for Ewan.
Ewan cracks Dragon with a nice body shot. Ewan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Still in the clinch, Ewan scores with a nice short uppercut.#ROC2#Dragon is rocked! Nice body punch from Ewan - that landed with a thud.
Oh Dragon is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Ewan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Ewan lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Dragon to his knees! Ewan keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Blair Ewan! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 20, 2022 |
#R1# No luck with that takedown attempt from Howard. Athol tries to counter with a clinch but Howard shakes him off and moves away.#CL2# Athol moves into the clinch. Howard blocking some punches.
Howard has had enough of the clinch but Athol keeps him there for the moment. A nice right hand lands inside from Athol. Athol scores with a shot to the side of Howard's head. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Athol creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A left hand lands to the body for Athol.
Athol lands a nice shot to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Athol lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Athol works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Athol scores with an uppercut up the middle. Athol lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A shot in the inside from Athol. #T1# A short right from Athol. Athol lands with a short head shot on the inside. Howard takes a shot to the head. A hook to the body from Athol.
Athol cracks Howard with a nice body shot. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Athol lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Howard wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Athol lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Athol lands a left hand.
Athol lands a hook to the side of the head. Athol lands a body punch. Howard lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Athol backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Athol lands a nice uppercut.#T2# A right hand to the body from Athol.
Howard is breathing heavily. A short right hand to the side of the head by Athol. Athol lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Howard or not. Howard wants to get back to striking at distance but Athol won't allow it.
Athol lands an uppercut. Athol looking for a takedown. Athol working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Athol scores with an uppercut up the middle. Howard can't break the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Athol.#ROC2#Howard is rocked! A short uppercut from Athol. Oh Howard is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! A short right hand to the side of the head by Athol. Athol pushes Howard against the cage. Athol is working some dirty boxing. Athol pushes off with a quick right hook! Howard goes down! Howard tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Athol moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rory Athol! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 05, 2022 |
#R1# Carter is looking to clinch but Howard Ii is avoiding it.
Howard Ii swats away the attempt to clinch by Carter. Carter throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Howard Ii's head. Carter throws a wild body kick that Howard Ii sees coming a mile off. Jay Howard Ii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Carter goes for a double leg but Howard Ii avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Howard Ii continues to drive forward.#BC2# Howard Ii pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2# Howard Ii closes the distance looking for a takedown. Carter stuffs it but Howard Ii still has hold of him. Howard Ii picks Carter up in a fireman's lift! The crowd roars in approval. Howard Ii slams Carter to the floor and that's really hurt Carter - he doesn't know where he is! Howard Ii throws a couple of strikes and the referee steps in to save him! This one is in the books!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jay Howard Ii! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 04, 2022 |
#R1##TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Zono enables Dragon to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zono manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dragon trying to control the position from guard on top but Zono is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Zono is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Dragon has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2# Zono looking for a guillotine here but Dragon defends easily.
Dragon trying to control the position from guard on top but Zono is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Zono has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dragon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Zono throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2# Zono has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dragon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1##SUB2# Zono has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dragon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Dragon wants to control from the top but Zono keeps moving. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dragon knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zono on the ground. Dragon stopping the sweep attempt from Zono. Zono is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2# Zono has his foot on Dragon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dragon works his way back into a safe position though. Dragon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Zono wants to sweep but no luck. #T2# Dragon wants to control from the top but Zono keeps moving. #SUB2# Zono looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Dragon is defending well. Zono quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Dragon has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Zono celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Long Zono! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 04, 2022 |
#R1# Callwell tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2# Bramble tries to keep at a distance but Callwell has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2# Callwell successfully pulls guard.
Callwell trying to keep a closed guard but Bramble is proving a slippery customer.
Callwell is pulling down on Bramble's head. It's preventing any offense from Bramble, at least for the moment. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Callwell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Callwell advances position into side control! Callwell taking a breather here. #T1##SU2# Callwell decides to stand back up. Bramble looks to land a left hand but Callwell moved out of range nicely. Callwell goes for a double leg but Bramble avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bramble continues to drive forward. Callwell slips under a jab from Bramble. Callwell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bramble sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Callwell somewhat. Callwell throws a hook but Bramble avoids it easily. Bramble is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Callwell shoots in looking for a takedown. Bramble tries to sprawl out of it but Callwell keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bramble manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Livingstone Bramble has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Henry Callwell.#T2# Bramble defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Callwell. Bramble misses with a hook. Callwell ducked under it nicely. Callwell buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Callwell throws a leg kick but Bramble checks it. Callwell shoots in but Bramble avoids the takedown attempt easily. Bramble is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Callwell shoots in and drives through. Bramble sprawls well. Bramble is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Callwell walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T3# Bramble keeps the fight on the outside. Callwell looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Bramble looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Bramble connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Callwell momentarily.
#CL2# Callwell pushes Bramble up against the cage in a clinch. Callwell tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Callwell wants a takedown but no success here.
Callwell blocks an uppercut.
Bramble has had enough of the clinch but Callwell keeps him there for the moment. Bramble is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Callwell keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bramble's efforts to push away. Bramble working hard to break the clinch.#T4# Callwell jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bramble walks away with a smile on his face. Callwell gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Bramble thows a left - swing and a miss! Bramble throws a hook to the side of Callwell's head but Callwell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Bramble takes a swing at Callwell's ribcage but misses. Callwell takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Bramble cracks Callwell with an open hand slap. Good shot there by Bramble. Callwell looks for a takedown but Bramble sprawls well. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Callwell misses with a takedown and Bramble counters with a nice uppercut. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Livingstone Bramble dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Bramble jabs Callwell to the body, keeping him at a distance. Callwell looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Bramble is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Callwell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bramble defends well and Callwell ends up having to push Bramble into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Bramble swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Bramble works the jab nicely. Bramble uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Callwell has time to react. Bramble lands an overhand right. Callwell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bramble. Callwell lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Callwell with a poor takedown and Bramble counters with a stiff right hand. Callwell throws a quick inside leg kick. Callwell throws a head kick that half lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A nice leg kick lands there from Callwell. #T1# Callwell misses with a hook
and Bramble counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Callwell tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bramble swats him away and circles back towards the center. An attempted straight right counter from Bramble misses the target. Henry Callwell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Callwell pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bramble back to the cage. Callwell follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Bramble scores with a hook to the body. Callwell takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Henry Callwell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Callwell is breathing heavily. Callwell shoots and misses and Bramble makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Livingstone Bramble has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Henry Callwell. Bramble just misses with a punch to the body.
Bramble throws out a loose jab but Callwell uses good head movement to avoid it. Callwell tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bramble swats him away and circles back towards the center. Callwell fails with the takedown and Bramble counters with a nice uppercut. #T2# Callwell shoots in looking for a takedown but Bramble manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Callwell's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Callwell looks to clinch and Bramble connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Callwell shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bramble but Bramble pushes him off and we're back to square one. Bramble is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Bramble comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Livingstone Bramble is winning the standup battle so far. Callwell takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Bramble ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Bramble lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A left lands for Bramble.#T3# Callwell swings away with a leg kick that misses. Bramble swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Callwell with a poor takedown and Bramble counters with a lovely straight right hand! Callwell misses with a takedown attempt and Bramble counters with a lovely shot to the body. Bramble dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Bramble is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Callwell can do to turn this around? Bramble lands with a nice body punch. Bramble cracks Callwell with a right hand to the side of the head. Bramble scores with a hook to the body. Callwell takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Bramble dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Bramble ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Bramble wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Bramble connects with a crisp jab. Bramble tries to bum rush Callwell with a series of wild strikes but Callwell uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Bramble connects with a body shot. Bramble lands a nice shot to the body.
Bramble scores with a jab. Callwell acknowledges it with a nod of the head. A jab lands there for Bramble. Callwell has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Bramble keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Callwell on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Livingstone Bramble dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Bramble throws a right hand that Callwell ducks under and follows up with a left that Callwell also avoids with ease. Callwell appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Bramble avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bramble was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Bramble misses with a wild body shot. Callwell with a lazy takedown attempt and Bramble connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Callwell throws a sloppy head kick and Bramble counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2# Callwell instigates a clinch. Bramble wants to break the clinch but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC# Bramble pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Callwell wants to clinch up but Bramble keeps it at a distance. Bramble displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Callwell. Callwell takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1# Callwell tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bramble paws at him with a jab and circles away. Callwell shoots and misses and Bramble counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Callwell thinking. Livingstone Bramble has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Henry Callwell. Bramble throws a jab but it's blocked by Callwell. Bramble lands a really nice looking cross but Callwell seems unphased.
Livingstone Bramble is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Callwell takes a jab right on the kisser.
Callwell ducks right into an uppercut from Bramble. Callwell doesn't succeed with the takedown and Bramble connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Callwell shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bramble as he jumps to the side. Bramble appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2# Bramble circles away from the clinch attempt and Bramble counters with a lovely straight right hand! Jab from Bramble. Bramble misses the jab. Bramble scores with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Bramble scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Callwell wants to clinch and Bramble counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3# Callwell fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bramble avoids it really well and circles away. Bramble lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Callwell circles away quickly and effectively. Bramble throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Callwell. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Callwell is defended easily by Bramble. Bramble throws a big counter combination but Callwell scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Callwell fails with the takedown.#T4# Bramble lands with an overhand left. Bramble connects with a nice looking jab.
Callwell slips under a jab. Callwell fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bramble scores with a shot to the body.
Callwell throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A counter left hand to the body from Bramble misses its target. Callwell shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bramble pinned against the cage. Bramble gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And that's the end of the fight! Livingstone Bramble showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bramble, 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:26 Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:26 Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Livingstone Bramble! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 04, 2022 |
#R1# Howard tries a head kick but it misses.
Barjow feinted there with a counter leg kick. Howard misses with a head kick.
Jayson Howard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Some wild striking there from Howard.
Barjow fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Barjow dodges the punch combination from Howard.
Barjow fails with the takedown. Howard takes a head kick and keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Barjow is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Howard. Howard throws a nice looking combination but Barjow bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Howard lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Barjow circles away quickly and effectively. Howard throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barjow sees it coming and avoids it easily. Howard throws a nice looking combination but Barjow bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Barjow changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1# Barjow is trying hard to land a takedown here. Howard sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Barjow. That's going to take a lot out of him. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Barjow. Howard fails with the takedown and Barjow makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Barjow swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Despite the aggression on Howard's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Howard tries a head kick but it misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Howard. Howard shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Barjow sprawls well. Barjow wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Howard gets slowly back to his feet. Barjow avoids the head kick by Howard.
A head kick by Howard misses and Barjow counters with a two punch combo. Howard looks winded! Howard throws a head kick that misses. #T2# Barjow shoots in for a takedown but Howard shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Howard tries to close the distance and clinch up but Barjow swats him away and circles back towards the center. Barjow dives in and grabs Howard's left leg, looking for a takedown. Howard pushes down on Barjow's head and hops out.#CL# Barjow drives through and clinches with Howard against the cage.
Barjow struggles to land a body shot inside as Howard controls his hands.
Barjow looking for a takedown. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Barjow drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Howard gets the underhooks and prevents it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Barjow. #BC# Barjow escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Barjow really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3# Sloppy strikes from Howard. Those never looked like landing. Barjow tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Howard swivels and escapes. A punch lands to the side of Howard 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL# Barjow fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Howard, pushing him back against the cage.#BC# Barjow manages to break the clinch.
Barjow blocks a head kick by Howard.
Howard shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Howard will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Howard tries to clinch there but Barjow circles away.
Barjow looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Howard is fending him off so far but Barjow persists. Nope, Howard circles away and we're back to standing.#CL# Barjow gets a clinch. Barjow jumps guard but Howard turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Howard tries a body shot but Barjow blocks it.
#T4# Barjow is looking for a takedown.#BC# Barjow breaks the clinch.
Howard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Barjow tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Howard takes a head kick and keeps coming.
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! Barjow throws a leg kick which misses Howard's front leg but catches the back leg as Howard tries to avoid it. Howard misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Barjow wants to clinch.#CL# Barjow takes the fight into the clinch. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Mike Barjow will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Howard throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Barjow is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Howard. Barjow falls off balance throwing a combination
and Barjow takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Howard goes for a double leg but Barjow avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Barjow continues to drive forward. Horrible takedown attempt by Howard or perhaps it was just good defense by Barjow, which made it look bad. Howard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Barjow has a takedown stuffed. Barjow turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Howard misses with a head kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Howard as he connects with a hook. Barjow connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Howard fails to land the takedown. Barjow half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Mike Barjow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jayson Howard.#T1# Barjow has a takedown stuffed. A nice combination there by Barjow.
Sloppy strikes from Howard. Those never looked like landing. Barjow dives in for a single leg takedown but Howard sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. A left hand lands to the body for Barjow.
Barjow is working for takedown but Howard is calmly controlling the position for now. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Barjow fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Barjow blocking some punches.
Barjow tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Howard just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2##BC# Barjow pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Barjow tries to close the distance and clinch but Howard swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Barjow avoids the head kick by Howard.
Barjow throws a sloppy head kick and Howard moves out of range easily. Jayson Howard seems to be getting the better of the standup. Howard shoots in and drives through. Barjow sprawls well. Howard throws a sloppy head kick and Barjow moves out of range easily. Howard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL# Barjow gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Barjow tries to pull guard but Howard won't allow it.
Barjow is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Barjow wants a takedown.
Nice body punch from Howard. #T3# Barjow fails to pull guard.
Howard is trying to break free. Barjow jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Howard walks away with a smile on his face. Barjow gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. A punch combination from Howard misses. Howard closes the distance and clinches up with Barjow, looking for a takedown. Howard pushes Barjow against the cage but Barjow circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Howard fails with the takedown.#CL# Barjow closes the distance and clinches. Howard wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC# Barjow breaks from the clinch.
#T4# Howard misses with a kick to the body.
Barjow tries to clinch but Howard moves out of range. Barjow displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Howard. Barjow shoots in but no luck this time. Howard wants to counter the offense by Barjow and move into the clinch position. Howard tries a head kick but it misses.
Barjow is looking to clinch. Barjow swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Barjow fails to land the takedown. Howard is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. A head kick misses from Howard. Howard tries a head kick but it misses.
Some wild striking there from Barjow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jayson Howard will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3# Howard shoots in and drives through. Barjow sprawls well. Mike Barjow is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Barjow stuffs the takedown attempt from Howard. Howard gets slowly back to his feet. Nice sprawl there from Howard as Barjow shoots in. Howard appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Howard shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Barjow as he jumps to the side. As Howard tries to get set, Barjow tries to push him back and clinch up but Howard manages to avoid the attempt. Mike Barjow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jayson Howard. Howard is trying hard to land a takedown here. Barjow sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Howard is trying hard to land a takedown here. Barjow sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Barjow looks for a takedown but Howard sprawls well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Howard stuffs the takedown. Howard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Howard darts in looking for a takedown but Barjow gets double underhooks and turns Howard into the cage. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Barjow. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Barjow lands with a nice combination. Howard backs away looking to recover. Howard tries a head kick but it misses.
Howard misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Barjow rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Howard moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Howard swats away the attempt to clinch by Barjow. A head kick misses from Howard. #CL# Barjow gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC# Barjow pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Howard throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. A little feinted left hand from Barjow on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Barjow looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Howard is fending him off so far but Barjow persists. Nope, Howard circles away and we're back to standing.#T2# Howard tries a head kick but it misses.
Howard tries to clinch up. As Howard tries to get set, Barjow tries to push him back and clinch up but Howard manages to avoid the attempt. Barjow shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Howard pinned against the cage. Howard gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Howard tries a head kick but it misses.
Howard stuffs the takedown. Howard misses with a head kick.
#CL# Howard tries to keep at a distance but Barjow has taken the fight 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! Barjow prevents Howard from breaking the clinch.#BC# Barjow breaks the clinch.
#T3# Barjow fails with the takedown. As Barjow backs off Howard throws a huge counter combo but Barjow manages to avoid it all. Howard shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Howard misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Barjow seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Howard fails to land with a series of punches.
#CL# Barjow drives through and clinches with Howard against the cage.
Barjow goes for a takedown attempt but Howard pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Barjow avoids a punch combination nicely.
Howard swats away the attempt to clinch by Barjow. Howard is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Howard misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T4# Barjow swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Howard throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL# Barjow clinches with his opponent.
#BC# Barjow breaks the clinch.
Barjow shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Howard pinned against the cage. Howard gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Howard goes for a double leg but Barjow avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Barjow continues to drive forward. Barjow misses with an uppercut. Howard saw that one coming. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL# Barjow closes the distance and pushes Howard back into the cage.#BC# Barjow pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that's the end of the fight! Mike Barjow showed his dominance in that final round. I think Barjow 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:29 Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29 Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 17, 2022 |
#R1# Howard throws a head kick that misses. Mohammad misses with a jab, cross combination.
#CL2# Mohammad has taken the fight to the clinch.
Mohammad misses with a hook from the clinch. Howard working hard to break the clinch. Howard tries to circle away but Mohammad has him pinned against the cage. Mohammad lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mohammad creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Howard has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Howard looking to throw knees to the head but Mohammad is blocking nicely.
Mohammad misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A shot in the inside from Mohammad. A nice left hand lands by Mohammad.
Howard takes a shot to the head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Howard. Mohammad pushes Howard back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1# Mohammad scores with a shot to the side of Howard's head. Mohammad gets through Howard's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Mohammad avoiding damage.
A short left from Mohammad. Mohammad throws a punch but it's blocked by Howard. Howard tries to break free but Mohammad pushes him back against the cage. Mohammad lands with a short head shot on the inside. Mohammad stalling.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Howard. Mohammad throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Howard is breathing heavily. A short left from Mohammad. #ROC2#Howard is rocked! Mohammad misses with some punches.
Oh Howard is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! A head punch on the inside from Mohammad fails to land. Howard wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Mohammad swings wildly with an uppercut but Howard uses good head movement to avoid it. Howard seems to have got his legs back now.#T2# Mohammad taking a breather. Mohammad has a couple of punches blocked by Howard.
The referee is keeping an eye on Mohammad - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mohammad misses with a punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Howard wants to get back to striking at distance but Mohammad won't allow it.
Howard blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mohammad. Mohammad lands with a short head shot on the inside. Come on Mohammad - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Mohammad softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Mohammad lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Howard.#T3# A nice right hand lands inside from Mohammad. Mohammad softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. A short uppercut from Mohammad. Mohammad lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mohammad lands with a light punch inside. Mohammad is working Howard over against the cage. Mohammad creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Howard with a big uppercut! Howard tries to clinch up but Mohammad pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Howard to the mat! Howard covers up and Mohammad unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Hassan Mohammad! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 09, 2022 |
#R1# Howard throws a sloppy head kick and Yamasaki moves out of range easily. #CL2# Yamasaki has managed to clinch.
Howard tries to break the clinch but Yamasaki is controlling the position. Howard throws a head punch that misses. Howard wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC2# Yamasaki breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Yamasaki fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Howard is out of range. #TD2# Yamasaki shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Yamasaki was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! 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. Yamasaki controls the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Yamasaki working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1# Yamasaki content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. Yamasaki wants to stand but Howard has his arm trapped. Yamasaki working away.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Yamasaki cracks Howard with a big elbow. Howard is working to avoid the ground and pound but Yamasaki connects with a decent elbow. Howard is breathing heavily.#SUB2# Yamasaki tries for a kimura but Howard is defending well. #SUB2# Yamasaki working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Yamasaki is staying tight to Howard's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T3# Yamasaki working the head with strikes. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Yamasaki controlling from side mount. #SUB2# Yamasaki tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Yamasaki working the ground and pound. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Yamasaki landing a few strikes. Yamasaki is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Howard will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB2# Yamasaki tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Yamasaki has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Howard is trying to control Yamasaki's posture but Yamasaki avoids it. Yamasaki controls the position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! It looks like Yamasaki might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Yamasaki dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Yamasaki swings away with a body shot that misses
and Howard counters with a left and a right that stings Yamasaki. #TD2# Yamasaki gets a takedown into half guard. Howard tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Yamasaki manages to move to mount!
Yamasaki looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Yamasaki tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Yamasaki fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Mario Yamasaki has got the better of the ground game so far. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2# Yamasaki looking for a guillotine from mount but Howard is having none of it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2# Yamasaki looking to secure an arm triangle but Howard defends it well. #T1# Yamasaki controlling his opponent. Yamasaki is continuing to stall.#T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Howard is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2# Yamasaki goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Howard is on top in guard.
Howard trying to control but Yamasaki is working from the bottom. Yamasaki is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3# Yamasaki wants to sweep here but Howard controlling him for the moment. Yamasaki is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2# Yamasaki is looking for a triangle but Howard pushes his legs off easily.
Yamasaki has control of Howard's left arm, preventing Howard from doing any damage. Yamasaki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Yamasaki is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Howard is controlling him. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. A head kick misses from Howard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2# Yamasaki shoots in and gets a takedown into Howard's guard. Yamasaki showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Yamasaki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Yamasaki showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Howard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. A nice left hand lands by Yamasaki.
#TD2# Yamasaki has picked Howard up - he's going for a ride! Yamasaki dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Yamasaki scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Yamasaki tries to pass the half guard into mount. Howard knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Yamasaki slows the pace down in half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Let's hope that Yamasaki has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Howard wants to get back to full guard. Nice strikes from Yamasaki there. Yamasaki perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Yamasaki is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Yamasaki controlling the action here. Howard is in trouble now - Yamasaki has advanced to mount! #T2# Yamasaki takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Yamasaki looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Yamasaki pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Yamasaki controlling the pace for now. A nice elbow there by Yamasaki. Yamasaki controlling the position easily from mount. #T3# The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Yamasaki cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Yamasaki cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Yamasaki wants to stand but Howard is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Yamasaki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Yamasaki raining down shots from the mount! Yamasaki in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Yamasaki cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
#T4# Yamasaki controlling from mount. Howard taking shots to the head. #ROC2#Howard is rocked! Howard has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
#SUB2# Yamasaki has managed to slip his arm under Howard's chin. This could be all over... yep, Howard is tapping out! Submission win for Yamasaki.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mario Yamasaki! |
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