Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 28, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kiang lands a front kick.
Kiang has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Bitok counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kiang controlling the position.#T1#
Kiang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kiang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD#
Kiang fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bitok sprawls well initially but Kiang persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kiang content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Bitok is holding on to half guard well.#T3#
Bitok is looking to improve his position.
Kiang trying to control the pace.
Kiang stalling away here and it's allowed Bitok to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kiang trying to control the position from guard on top but Bitok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kiang controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Kiang dives in and scores a takedown into Bitok's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yawa Kiang dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Bitok misses with a kick to the body. #TD#
Kiang fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bitok to the ground. Kiang is now in Bitok's guard.
Kiang wants to control from the top but Bitok keeps moving.
Bitok controlling Kiang's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Kiang forces his way into half guard.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kiang controlling the action here.
Kiang seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bitok for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kiang did well to prevent Bitok getting side control.

Kiang has one foot on Bitok's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T3##TD2#
Bitok closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kiang did well to prevent Bitok getting side control.
Kiang looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kiang is looking to control Bitok's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kiang avoid being mounted?
Kiang is trying is best to control the position here. #T4#
Bitok sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kiang is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yawa Kiang dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Bitok looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kiang wants to stand and escape but Bitok is having none of it.
Kiang looking for a sweep. Not yet Kiang, not yet.
Yawa Kiang 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.
Kiang is working hard here to advance position.
Bitok postures up in Kiang's guard and throws a big left but Kiang blocks it. #T1#
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bitok won't allow Kiang to sweep him here.
Kiang can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bitok controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kiang shoots in but Bitok avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And Kiang counters with a quick kick to the body but Bitok blocks it.
Bitok fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kiang feinted with a counter takedown.
Bitok looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kiang is fending him off so far but Bitok persists. Nope, Kiang circles away and we're back to standing.
Kiang was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Yawa Kiang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#T3#
Bitok shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kiang pinned against the cage. Kiang gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kiang jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kiang.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Bitok drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Bitok controlling from the top position.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yawa Kiang is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kiang trying to control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kiang has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yawa Kiang!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 28, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Libat closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Buut quickly recovers to half guard.
Buut wants to control but Libat is keeping busy.
Libat keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Libat seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Buut for as long as he can get away with.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buut trying to control but Libat postures up.
Libat lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
Libat seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Libat shoots in but no luck this time.
Buut raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Buut dives in and grabs Libat's left leg, looking for a takedown. Libat pushes down on Buut's head and hops out.
Libat quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Libat shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Buut counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Buut.
Libat is wriggling around but Buut manages to pass to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##REVR#
Buut not doing much here.
Libat trying to hold on to Buut's head to control him but Buut postures up.
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.
Libat has his hands clasped together around Buut's back. He's all about the action.#T3#
Buut keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Libat controlling the position well.
Libat is trying to control but Buut manages to pass to mount! #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Buut controlling the position easily from mount.
Buut raining down shots from the mount!
Libat tries to hold on but Buut pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Libat is trying to escape the mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Walay Buut will probably get the nod.
That's time! Libat's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Buut shoots in for a takedown but Libat shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Libat throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Buut's waist but Buut gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Libat off to one side.
Buut is trying to counter with his kicks.
Libat is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buut sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Buut was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#TD2#
Buut closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Buut is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The fighters are battling for position here. Libat manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T1#
Buut slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Buut is looking to work some ground and pound but Libat has wrist control.
Walay Buut has got the better of the ground game so far.
Libat wants to control but Buut passes easily into half guard.
Libat wants to control but Buut is keeping busy. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Libat is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, Buut seems content to control.
Libat trying to control but Buut postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Buut feints and as Libat raises his hands in defense, Buut changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T3#
Libat is pulling down on Buut's head to control his posture.
Buut is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Libat controlling the position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buut working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Libat can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Buut controls the pace.
Libat is controlling Buut's posture.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Walay Buut showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Buut is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Libat's half guard.
Libat throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Libat wants to control but Buut is keeping busy.
Buut with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T1#
Buut has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Libat is trying to maintain the position but Buut is very close to passing his half guard.
Buut trying to control the pace.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Libat controlling the position for now.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buut has a takedown stuffed.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Buut fails with the takedown.#T3##TD#
Libat shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Buut flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Buut is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Libat seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Buut does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Buut is trying to control but can't.
Higanti Libat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Walay Buut is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Libat is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Buut doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Libat. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

And that's the end of the fight!
Higanti Libat showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Buut has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Walay Buut!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 28, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Mibangon decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Mibangon perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Sapi preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SU#
Mibangon decides to stand and escape the position.
Sapi misses with a kick to the body.
Mibangon thinks about countering with a body kick.
Sapi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mibangon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Mibangon steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sapi. That one must have hurt.#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.
Mibangon stuffs the takedown attempt from Sapi. Sapi gets slowly back to his feet.
Mibangon quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Sapi doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Mibangon counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Minatay Mibangon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wala Sapi.#T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sapi.
Mibangon tries for a takedown but Sapi circles away easily#TD2#
so Sapi counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Sapi trying to control but Mibangon is working from the bottom.
Mibangon looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Mibangon pulls Sapi in close to prevent any damage.
Sapi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mibangon has Sapi pulled in close to control his posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Minatay Mibangon dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Mibangon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sapi.
Mibangon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Mibangon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
And Sapi responds with a good body kick, but Mibangon manages to step out the way in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sapi fails with the takedown
and Mibangon makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Sapi really felt that one!#T1##TD2#
Sapi shoots in and gets a takedown into Mibangon's guard.
Sapi stays in close to Mibangon's body and controls the position.
Mibangon bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sapi's guard. #REVR#
Sapi looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Mibangon stays in close to Sapi's body and controls the position.
Mibangon stops Sapi from standing up.
Mibangon sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Mibangon throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sapi shoots for a takedown but Mibangon saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mibangon is looking to counter with a body kick.
Minatay Mibangon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wala Sapi.
Mibangon goes for a double leg but Sapi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sapi continues to drive forward.
Mibangon goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sapi prevents it. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Mibangon pulls Sapi into guard.
Sapi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sapi working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Wala Sapi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Sapi fails to land the takedown.
Mibangon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mibangon throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sapi's waist but Sapi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mibangon off to one side.
Sapi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sapi looks for a takedown but Mibangon sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Sapi throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mibangon tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sapi is in Mibangon's guard.#T1#
Sapi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Mibangon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sapi controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#ES#
Mibangon kicks Sapi off and gets to his feet.
Sapi defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mibangon.
Sapi replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mibangon blocks it well.#T3#
Mibangon looks for a takedown but Sapi sprawls well.
Sapi replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mibangon blocks it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Minatay Mibangon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice takedown defense from Mibangon. No joy for Sapi on that attempt.
Mibangon shoots in for a takedown but Sapi shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sapi explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sapi shoots in for a takedown but Mibangon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Mibangon quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Mibangon slaps away a takedown attempt from Sapi, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Mibangon quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mibangon shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sapi defends it nicely.
Sapi is looking for the big counter here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wala Sapi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sapi has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 28, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Buktot enables Nada to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Buktot manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Nada preventing the sweep.
Nada slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Buktot is pulling down on Nada's head to control his posture.
Nada is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Nada puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T1#
Buktot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nada perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Nada shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nada showed some decent athleticism there.

Buktot manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Nada keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T2##TD2#
Nada wants the takedown. Buktot is fighting it off but Nada persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Buktot's guard against the cage.
Nada stopping the sweep attempt from Buktot.
Nada controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Buktot is trying to keep Nada in close. #T3#
Nada throws a big right hand that misses.
Buktot wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Buktot tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nada 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. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD#
Buktot scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Nada is looking for a sweep.
Buktot remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Nada's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
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 Dawindi Buktot will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
No luck for Nada with that takedown attempt.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.#TD2#
Nada scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
What's Buktot going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Buktot struggling a bit here.#T1#
Buktot tries to buck Nada off but Nada is having none of it.
Buktot defending against the ground and pound.
Nada is looking to take a break and control but Buktot is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nada throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nada trying to control the action but Buktot is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nada stuffs the takedown attempt from Buktot. Buktot gets slowly back to his feet.
Nada tries for a takedown but Buktot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Buktot dives in and grabs Nada's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nada pushes down on Buktot's head and hops out.
Nada is trying to counter with his kicks.#T3##TD2#
Nada looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Buktot is concentrating on defense, preventing Nada from advancing position.
Nada looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Buktot trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
Nada sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nada is thwarting Buktot's attempts to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Way Nada showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nada throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Buktot's waist but Buktot gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nada off to one side.
And Buktot counters with a quick kick to the body but Nada blocks it.
Nada defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buktot.
Nada now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Buktot with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nada counters with a body kick.
Buktot stuffs the takedown.
Buktot was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nada looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Way Nada.#T1##TD2#
Nada drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Nada tries to stand but Buktot is controlling his head.
Buktot is trying to control Nada's posture but Nada avoids it. #T2#
Nada wants to control but Buktot is keeping him busy.
Buktot tries to improve position but can't.
Nada controlling the position from side mount.
Nada working away.#T3#
Nada trying to control the position but Buktot is working away. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Buktot scores with a takedown into Nada's guard.
Buktot wants to control from the top but Nada keeps moving. #T4#
Buktot not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Nada is pulling down on Buktot's head. It's preventing any offense from Buktot, at least for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nada working a defensive guard here.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dawindi Buktot.
I think Buktot 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bitok as he jumps to the side.
Bitok appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bitok throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Buktot counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Buktot 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Bitok has Buktot pulled in close to control his posture.
Buktot 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. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Buktot manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage.
Bitok throws an elbow that misses. Buktot uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Bitok's guard. Nice move by Buktot!#REVR##T3#
Buktot showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bitok is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Buktot is stalling in the full guard.
Bitok has his hands on Buktot's head, controlling the position. #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.
Bitok is continuing to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok looking for a sweep. Not yet Bitok, not yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
That's time! Buktot's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Buktot napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bitok just content to control the position.
You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Buktot is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Bitok is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot is not content to let Bitok control the position. #T1#
Bitok working away.
Buktot is holding Bitok down, trying to stall.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Buktot wants to control but Bitok postures up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Buktot lands a nice looking body kick.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught napping as Bitok dives in and scores a takedown. Buktot manages to retain guard.
Bitok controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bitok's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Buktot has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Buktot but Buktot pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bitok avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bitok looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Buktot is fending him off so far but Bitok persists. Nope, Buktot circles away and we're back to standing.
Buktot moves out of range of the body kick from Bitok.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.
Buktot goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
No luck for Buktot with that takedown attempt.
Bitok feints a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Buktot feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T1#
Buktot fails to land the takedown.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buktot as he avoids it easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#TD#
Buktot scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
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.
Buktot trying to control the action but Bitok is working from the bottom. #T2#
Check out the look on Buktot's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Bitok struggling a bit here.
Buktot cracks Bitok with a big elbow.
Bitok is trying to control Buktot's posture but Buktot avoids it. #T3#
Bitok is looking for a sweep.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bitok can't do much from the bottom here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Bitok gets a takedown into half guard.
Buktot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Bitok controlling the action here.
Bitok sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Buktot defending well though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Buktot 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Mibangon tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buut swivels and escapes.
Buut looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.#TD2#
Buut shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Mibangon is trying to defend but Buut finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Buut with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mibangon wants to control but Buut is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Buut controlling the action here.
Buut drops an elbow to the side of Mibangon's head.
Mibangon is trying to control but can't.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Well, if Buut is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#TD#
Buut gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Buut has his hands on Mibangon's head, controlling the position.
Buut is continuing to stall.#T3#
Mibangon passes into half guard.
Buut keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Mibangon wants to pass to mount but Buut is defending the position. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Buut keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Buut's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buut shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
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 Minatay Mibangon will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Buut fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Buut fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Mibangon to the ground. Buut is now in Mibangon's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buut is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Buut wants to control from the top but Mibangon keeps moving. #T1#
Buut sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Mibangon looking for a sweep. Not yet Mibangon, not yet.
Mibangon controls Buut momentarily but Buut frees himself. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Buut is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Mibangon controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Mibangon shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Mibangon was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Buut is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Mibangon landing strikes.
Buut is looking to regain half guard here but Mibangon keeps moving and retains side control.
Buut is trying to control Mibangon's posture but Mibangon avoids it.
Buut is holding Mibangon down, trying to stall.
Mibangon takes a little break here. Buut wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#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.
Mibangon working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Buut is trying to control Mibangon's posture but Mibangon avoids it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buut misses with a takedown attempt
and Mibangon counters with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Minatay Mibangon dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Mibangon gets the takedown into side control.
A lull in the action here.
Buut is looking to regain half guard here but Mibangon keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
A lull in the action here as Mibangon stalls from top position.
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Mibangon remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Buut is trying to control Mibangon's posture but Mibangon avoids it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD#
Mibangon drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mibangon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Buut trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #T3#
Buut is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mibangon passes Buut's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Buut trying to control but Mibangon postures up. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Well, if Mibangon is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Mibangon gets a double leg takedown into Buut's guard.
Walay Buut has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Minatay Mibangon is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Buut has his foot on Mibangon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mibangon works his way back into a safe position though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Minatay Mibangon showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mibangon has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Minatay Mibangon!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Libat looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A nice side step and Sapi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD2#
Libat gets caught napping as Sapi dives in and scores a takedown. Libat manages to retain guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Libat wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Libat controlling Sapi's posture. #T1#
Sapi is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sapi's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Libat holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Libat.
And Sapi responds with a good body kick, but Libat manages to step out the way in time.
Libat dives in for a single leg takedown but Sapi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Higanti Libat. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Libat has hold of one of Sapi's legs. Sapi is fighting the takedown attempt but Libat gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#T3#
Libat showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Sapi has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #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.
Libat preventing the sweep.
Sapi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sapi managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Libat shoots in but no luck this time.
Sapi flicks out a counter leg kick but Libat steps away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wala Sapi 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#
Libat shoots in for a takedown but Sapi shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Libat drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Sapi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Libat is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Sapi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Libat stuffs the takedown attempt from Sapi. Sapi gets slowly back to his feet.
Libat quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Libat throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sapi's waist but Sapi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Libat off to one side.
Libat misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sapi counters with a body kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Higanti Libat. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sapi.
Libat jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Sapi moves in looking to clinch but Libat pushes him off.
Libat quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#TD#
Libat 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.#T4#
Libat being controlled here momentarily.
Let's hope that Sapi has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Higanti Libat dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Libat looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Libat is keen to just control but Sapi is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Libat is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T1#
Sapi holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Libat keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Sapi is looking to control Libat's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sapi avoid being mounted?
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Libat changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sapi looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T2#
Sapi struggling a bit here.
Sapi is looking for a sweep.
Sapi wants to control but Libat postures up.
Libat working the ground and pound.
Libat working the ground and pound.#T3#
Libat working away.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Libat wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sapi keeps working. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Libat is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sapi can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Sapi closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sapi wants a takedown.
Sapi drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sapi has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Libat is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Higanti Libat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wala Sapi.
Libat wants a takedown.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Libat lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Higanti Libat showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Libat 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Higanti Libat!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kiang fails with a takedown attempt.
Nada shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kiang sprawls well. Kiang wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nada gets slowly back to his feet.
Kiang drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nada sprawls and moves away.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Nada throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kiang was covering up waiting for the punch and Nada finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Nada controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Kiang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nada stays in close to Kiang's body and controls the position.
It looks like Nada 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.#T3#
Kiang is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Nada controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nada shoots in looking for a takedown. Kiang tries to sprawl out of it but Nada keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kiang manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Kiang shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nada's guard.
Nada looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nada looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kiang is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
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 Yawa Kiang will probably get the nod.
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#
Kiang looks for a takedown but Nada sprawls well.
Nada is trying to counter with his kicks.
Nada tries for a takedown but Kiang sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nada fails with the takedown.
Kiang swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nada will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kiang seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Yawa Kiang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Way Nada.#T1##TD#
Kiang closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kiang lands in his opponent's guard.
Kiang pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nada is keeping the position for now.
Nada can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kiang controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nada is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Kiang not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kiang's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Nada not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Nada pulls Kiang in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nada fails with a takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nada or perhaps it was just good defense by Kiang, which made it look bad. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kiang shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nada sprawls well. Nada wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kiang gets slowly back to his feet.
Kiang shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nada but Nada pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nada appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yawa Kiang 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. And we move into the final round!#R3##TD#
Kiang gets a takedown into half guard.
Nada slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nada is striking but Kiang is not phased and passes to half guard.#T1#
Nada desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kiang wants to stand up but Nada manages to regain full guard.
Kiang controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Yawa Kiang overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kiang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Nada is controlling Kiang's posture.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Nada looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kiang is fending him off so far but Nada persists. Nope, Kiang circles away and we're back to standing.
Kiang shoots in for a double leg but Nada sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nada fails with the takedown.
Kiang jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#TD#
Kiang looking to score a takedown here. Nada is defending well but Kiang drives through and ends up in Nada's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T4#
Kiang is looking to work some ground and pound but Nada has wrist control.
Nada controlling the position.
Way Nada has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yawa Kiang is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Let's hope that Nada has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yawa Kiang showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kiang has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yawa Kiang!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 14, 2024

#R1#
Bitok shoots in but no luck this time.
Nucombe misses with a left hand
and Bitok counters with a solid body kick.
Nucombe misses with a hook. Bitok ducked under it nicely.
Nucombe just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBitok.
Nucombe connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice uppercut there from Nucombe.
Bitok has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nucombe finds it's way round the side to connect with Bitok's head.
Nucombe swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Nucombe gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1#
Nucombe is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bitok accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nucombe wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok blocks it.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Nucombe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bitok finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T3#
Nucombe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bitok tries to counter with a takedown but Nucombe is quick to defend against it.
Nucombe fails to land with a series of punches.
Nucombe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bitok manages to avoid it.
Neil Nucombe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bitok slips a jab and a cross from Nucombe.
Nucombe misses with a hook.
Bitok appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nucombe throws a jab but it's blocked by Bitok.
It looked like Bitok was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bitok moves away from the strike by Nucombe.
We've been informed that Nucombe has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Nucombe throws a poor cross that misses
and Bitok counters with a thumping low kick.
Neil Nucombe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Nucombe looks to score with a jab to the body but Bitok is just out of range.
Bitok bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok avoids it easily.
Nucombe misses with a body punch
and Bitok counters with a good low kick that Nucombe was not able to check.
Nucombe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Nucombe looks to land a left hand but Bitok moved out of range nicely.
Bitok seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into Nucombe's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nucombe being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok throwing strikes but missing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Neil Nucombe dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nucombe with a hook.
A punch combination from Nucombe misses.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bitok throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Bitok looks for a takedown but Nucombe sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok avoids it easily.
Bitok changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nucombe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bitok.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nucombe avoids it.
Nucombe misses with a hook to the body
and Bitok counters with a nice kick to the body. #T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Bitok or perhaps it was just good defense by Nucombe, which made it look bad.
Nucombe displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bitok.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nucombe misses with a looping left.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Nucombe blocks it.
Nucombe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab from Nucombe misses.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Bitok ducks under a wild hook from Nucombe.
Bitok displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nucombe throws out the jab.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T2#
Nucombe swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nucombe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bitok moves away.
Nucombe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bitok.
Nucombe throws a big shot that misses.
Bitok takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nucombe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bitok avoids the body shot from Nucombe.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Bitok ducks under a wild hook from Nucombe.#T3#
Nucombe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Nucombe misses with an uppercut.
Nucombe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bitok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nucombe tries to avoid it but Bitok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nucombe to the ground. Nucombe escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nucombe throws an off balance right hand
and Bitok counters with a nice body kick.
Nucombe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bitok thinks about countering with a head kick.
Bitok defending well as Nucombe loads up on a big left hand.
Bitok attempts a counter takedown but Nucombe avoids it well and moves away.
Nucombe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bitok's head backwards.#T4#
A big right from Nucombe misses.
Bitok looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Nucombe tries to bum rush Bitok with a series of wild strikes but Bitok uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nucombe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bitok counters with an inside leg kick.
Neil Nucombe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Nucombe shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nucombe! But no joy.
Nucombe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bitok half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nucombe misses with a wild combination.
Bitok feinted there with a counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Neil Nucombe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Nucombe misses with a jab to the body
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok avoids it easily.
A big left from Nucombe misses.
It appears Bitok was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bitok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bitok was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nucombe misses with a hook.
Nucombe takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nucombe throws a right and a left that Bitok avoids nicely.
Bitok swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nucombe throws a hook but Bitok avoids it easily.
Nucombe misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Nucombe misses with a double jab.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bitok uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nucombe.
Bitok quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Nucombe throws an off balance right hand
and Bitok counters with a head kick. That will keep Nucombe thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Nucombe rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bitok moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD#
Bitok shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bitok showed some decent athleticism there.
Nucombe tries to roll over but Bitok keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Neil Nucombe is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bitok content to control rather than advance.
Bitok sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nucombe defending well though. #T3#
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.
Nucombe is trying to get back to full guard.
Bitok is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nucombe takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nucombe throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bitok tries to counter with a takedown but Nucombe is quick to defend against it.
Nucombe connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bitok. Bitok circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nucombe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bitok throws a counter high kick but Nucombe was just alert enough to avoid it.
Nucombe misses the shot to the body.
Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bitok defending well as Nucombe loads up on a big left hand.
And Bitok counters with a quick kick to the body but Nucombe blocks it.
Bitok slips under a jab from Nucombe.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nucombe avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nucombe throws a shot from downtown. Bitok moves away and avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Neil Nucombe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nucombe winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Neil Nucombe!
Neil Nucombe took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!) for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 14, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Buut shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Buut was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Buut is staying tight to Buktot's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Buktot wants to control but Buut postures up.
Buut wants to control but Buktot is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Buut staying calm.
Buut in side control, throwing shots but Buktot defends. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Buut misses with a takedown attempt - Buktot sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Buktot thinks about countering with a body kick.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Buktot leaves Buut with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Buut misses with a takedown attempt - Buktot sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Walay Buut.#TD#
Buktot bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

Buut sneaks out the side door and pushes Buktot away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T3#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buut as he avoids it easily.
Buut tries a quick counter leg kick but Buktot is wise to it.
Buut shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Buktot defends it nicely.
Buktot attempts a counter takedown but Buut avoids it well and moves away.#T4#
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Buut gets the takedown into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Walay Buut dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Buktot gets the takedown into side control.
Buktot is looking to take a break and control but Buut is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Buktot is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Buut has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot working away.#T1#
Buut is trying to get back to half guard.
Buut can't do much from the bottom here.
Buktot is chipping away with strikes.
Buut wants to control but Buktot postures up.
Buktot trying to control the position but Buut is working away. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#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.#TD#
Buktot shoots in and bounces Buut off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Buktot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Buut controlling the position.
Buut's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Buktot is stalling in the full guard.
Buktot postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Buut throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Buktot was covering up waiting for the punch and Buut finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buut 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Buktot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buktot wants it to stay on the feet.
Buut stuffs the takedown.
Buut now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Buut misses with a takedown attempt
and Buktot counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #TD2#
Buut closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Buut lands in his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buut preventing the sweep. #T1#
Buktot pulls Buut in close to his closed guard and prevents Buut from doing any damage or advancing position.
Buut controlling from the top position.
Buut postures up in Buktot's guard and throws a big left but Buktot blocks it. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot looking to hit a scissor sweep but Buut is one step ahead there.
Buut has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Buut sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Buut in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Buktot throws the kick towards the body but Buut avoids it.
Buut fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Walay Buut.
Buut shoots in for a double leg but Buktot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Buut misses with a kick to the body.
Buut misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Buktot gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Buut counters with a head kick. That will keep Buktot thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Buut shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Buut showed some decent athleticism there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Walay Buut comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Buut has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Walay Buut!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 14, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Mibangon closes the distance and clinches up with Sapi, looking for a takedown. Mibangon pushes Sapi against the cage but Sapi circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sapi is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Mibangon shoots for a takedown but Sapi saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sapi or perhaps it was just good defense by Mibangon, which made it look bad.
And Mibangon counters with a quick kick to the body but Sapi blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mibangon shoots in looking for a takedown but Sapi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mibangon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Minatay Mibangon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sapi shoots in for a takedown but Mibangon shows good takedown defense. #T1##TD2#
Sapi throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mibangon tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sapi is in Mibangon's guard.
Mibangon trying to control the position.
Mibangon managing to control the position.
Sapi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Mibangon working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Sapi has passed into half guard! #T2#
Mibangon holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Sapi is controlling the pace. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Mibangon changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sapi tries to avoid it but Mibangon manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sapi to the ground. Sapi escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sapi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
Sapi 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.
Mibangon is wriggling around but Sapi manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sapi in particular looking to stall.
Sapi's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
Mibangon wants to control but Sapi is keeping busy.
Sapi performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mibangon keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wala Sapi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Sapi throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mibangon was covering up waiting for the punch and Sapi finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sapi looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Mibangon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sapi controlling from the top position.
Mibangon wants to sweep here but Sapi controlling him for the moment. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sapi controlling from the top position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Mibangon is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Mibangon closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sapi's guard.#T3#
Sapi has his hands on Mibangon's head, controlling the position.
Mibangon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Sapi pulls Mibangon in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mibangon looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mibangon wants to pass the guard but Sapi is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Minatay Mibangon will probably get the nod.
That's time! Mibangon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Mibangon shoots in but Sapi avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A nice side step and Sapi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD#
Mibangon scores with a takedown into Sapi's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mibangon trying to control the position from guard on top but Sapi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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.#T1#
Sapi throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sapi looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mibangon accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mibangon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mibangon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sapi replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mibangon blocks it well.
Mibangon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Minatay Mibangon. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Sapi closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mibangon circles away.
Mibangon shoots and misses
and Sapi makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mibangon really felt that one!
Nice takedown defense from Sapi. No joy for Mibangon on that attempt.
And Sapi tries to counter it with a takedown but Mibangon pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mibangon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sapi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mibangon somewhat.
Sapi follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#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.
Sapi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mibangon swivels and escapes.
Sapi tries for a takedown but Mibangon sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mibangon avoids a kick to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mibangon shoots and misses
and Sapi counters with a leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Minatay Mibangon.
I think Mibangon 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Minatay Mibangon!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 14, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Libat shoots in for a takedown but Nada shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Libat darts in looking for a takedown but Nada gets double underhooks and turns Libat into the cage.
Nada feints the counter takedown.
Nada has Libat pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Libat manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Nada has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Libat avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Libat looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Higanti Libat. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Libat tightens his grip and picks Nada up, before dumping him to the ground. Nada manages to land in guard.
Libat postures up. #T1#
Libat controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nada trying to control the position here.
Libat won't allow Nada to sweep him here.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Libat trying to control but Nada is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Libat tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nada sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Libat somewhat.
Nada with a lazy takedown attempt
and Libat counters with a body kick. #T3#
Nada throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#TD#
Libat bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Nada is looking to reverse the position.
The referee asks Libat politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Libat prefers to stall for the moment though.
You can see the frustration on Nada's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Nada is looking for a sweep.
Libat working away.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nada dives in for a single leg takedown but Libat sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Higanti Libat dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Libat as Nada shoots in.
Libat shoots for a takedown but Nada saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nada shoots in for a takedown but Libat shows good takedown defense.
And Libat counters with a quick kick to the body but Nada blocks it.#TD#
Libat shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Nada manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Libat engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Nada wants to sweep but no luck.
Nada working a defensive guard here.
Nada can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Libat controls the pace.
Libat is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nada can do to turn this around?#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Libat fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Nada to the ground. Libat is now in Nada's guard.#T3#
Nada is trying to keep Libat in close.
Higanti Libat overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Libat trying to control the position from guard on top but Nada is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Libat lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nada is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nada not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Libat is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nada looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Higanti Libat dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Libat looking to score a takedown here. Nada is defending well but Libat drives through and ends up in Nada's guard.
Nada is controlling Libat's posture.
Libat 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nada has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1#
Libat trying to control but Nada is working from the bottom.
Nada trying to control the position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Libat is fighting to break Nada's control of his arms but Nada is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Libat shoots in and drives through. Nada sprawls well.
Nada is looking for the big counter here.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nada is defended easily by Libat.#T3#
Nada shoots in but no luck this time.
Libat goes for a double leg but Nada avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nada continues to drive forward.
Nada follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Nada wants to take the fight to the mat but Libat manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Higanti Libat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Way Nada.#TD#
Libat jumps guard and drags Nada to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Libat has Nada pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
Nada's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Nada wants to control from the top but Libat keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nada content to stall in guard here.
Way Nada has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Higanti Libat is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Higanti Libat showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Libat has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Higanti Libat!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
Bitok avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Zakrzewski avoids it.
Zakrzewski closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away.
Zakrzewski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Zakrzewski fails with the takedown.
Zakrzewski fails to land the takedown.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Zakrzewski avoids it.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Zakrzewski enables Bitok to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zakrzewski 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.
Zakrzewski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bitok controls the pace.
Zakrzewski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bitok is one step ahead there. #T1#
Zakrzewski is trying to keep Bitok in close.
Bitok controlling from the top position.
Bitok seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Zakrzewski for as long as he can get away with.
Zakrzewski wants to stand and escape but Bitok is having none of it.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bitok won't allow Zakrzewski to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Zakrzewski misses with the combination.
Zakrzewski is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bitok half committed to a counter leg kick.
No luck for Zakrzewski with that takedown attempt.
Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.
Zakrzewski shoots in but no luck this time. #T3#
Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Zakrzewski looks winded!#TD#
Zakrzewski gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bitok to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bitok postures up.
Bitok slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zakrzewski looking for a sweep. Not yet Zakrzewski, not yet. #T4#
Bitok connects with a couple of short punches.
Bitok is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Zakrzewski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bitok controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Zakrzewski shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Zakrzewski's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Zakrzewski tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bitok is in Zakrzewski's guard.
Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Zakrzewski with a poor takedown
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Zakrzewski fails with the takedown.
Bitok looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Zakrzewski tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bitok finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#TD#
Zakrzewski gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Bitok is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zakrzewski can do to turn this around?
Zakrzewski working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok lands a couple of elbows.
Zakrzewski is breathing heavily.
Bitok content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Bitok has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Zakrzewski wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Bitok is now in half guard.
Bitok slows the pace down in half guard.
Zakrzewski trying to get back to full guard but Bitok takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bitok controlling from mount.
Zakrzewski slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Bitok looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Bitok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zakrzewski on the ground.
Zakrzewski keeping control of the position. #T3#
Zakrzewski is trying to escape back to his feet but Bitok uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Zakrzewski is trying to escape the position but Bitok is controlling the position.
Zakrzewski can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Zakrzewski regains half guard.
Bitok takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bitok throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Zakrzewski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick.
Zakrzewski fails with a takedown attempt.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Bitok throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Zakrzewski was covering up waiting for the punch and Bitok finishes the takedown easily into guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Bitok closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Zakrzewski's guard.
Zakrzewski seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Zakrzewski controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitok wants to control from the top but Zakrzewski keeps moving.
Bitok sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Zakrzewski controls Bitok momentarily but Bitok frees himself.
Zakrzewski is looking to stand back up but Bitok counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Zakrzewski.
Bitok content to control rather than advance.
Zakrzewski is trying is best to control the position here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zakrzewski keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Zakrzewski looks for a takedown but Bitok sprawls well.
Zakrzewski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Zakrzewski tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bitok paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bitok seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Zakrzewski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bitok as he avoids it easily.
Bitok throws a quick counter kick to the body but Zakrzewski avoids it.
Zakrzewski fails to land the takedown.
Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Krzysztof Zakrzewski.#T3##TD#
Bitok closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bitok is controlling the pace.
Bitok lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Zakrzewski is trying to maintain the position but Bitok is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Bitok seems to be working for a kimura but Zakrzewski defends the submission attempt.#T4#
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bitok prevents Zakrzewski from improving his position.
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Zakrzewski tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Bitok has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok controlling the position easily from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bitok has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buut shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Buktot counters with a good, hard body kick but Buut shrugs it off.
A slapping body kick lands there for Buktot.
Buut fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Buktot.
Buut tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1#
Buktot takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
No luck for Buut with that takedown attempt.
Buktot half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Walay Buut.
Buut changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Buktot tries to avoid it but Buut manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Buktot to the ground. Buktot escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
It looked like Buktot was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buut shoots in and drives through. Buktot sprawls well.
Buktot throws a quick counter kick to the body but Buut avoids it.
Buut shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Buktot but Buktot pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Buut tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Buktot defends well and Buut ends up having to push Buktot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Buktot has a takedown stuffed.
Buut counters with a body kick.#T3##TD#
Buktot shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Buut's guard.
Buut being controlled here, momentarily.
Buktot connects with a couple of short punches.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Buut is pulling down on Buktot's head to control his posture.
Buktot's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buktot seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Buut for as long as he can get away with.
Buut pulls Buktot in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dawindi Buktot dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Buktot shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Buut but Buut pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Buut counters with a body kick.
Buktot tries to score a power double leg takedown but Buut sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buktot somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buut shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Buut. No joy for Buktot on that attempt.
Buut appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buut lands with a kick to the ribs.
Buut shoots in looking for a takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl out of it but Buut keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buktot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt - Buut sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Buut changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Buktot scores with a takedown into Buut's guard.
Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T3#
Buut is adopting a defensive guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Buut is trying to control the position but Buktot postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Buut has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Walay Buut will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Buktot's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Buut tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Buktot defends well and Buut ends up having to push Buktot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Buut throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Buktot's waist but Buktot gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Buut off to one side.
Buut tries for a takedown but Buktot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dawindi Buktot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Walay Buut.
Buut shoots in looking for a takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl out of it but Buut keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buktot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot throws a head kick but Buut moves out of range.
Buktot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buut can do to turn this around?#TD#
Buktot scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Buktot wants to free his trapped foot but Buut is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Buktot throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Buktot keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2#
Buktot continues to stall.
Buktot looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Buut is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD2#
Buut shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Buktot is trying to defend but Buut finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Buktot pushes Buut off but Buut dives into side control. #T4#
Buut taking a breather here.
Buut wants to control but Buktot is keeping him busy.
Buut is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Buktot's shoulder. That is not cool.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buut wants to control but Buktot is keeping him busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dawindi Buktot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Buktot has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Sapi is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Mibangon's half guard.
Mibangon slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sapi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mibangon is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mibangon seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
Mibangon keeping full guard, as Sapi tries to pass.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Sapi is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Mibangon shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Mibangon showed some decent athleticism there. #T2#
Mibangon performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sapi manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Mibangon trying to control but Sapi is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sapi holds on and takes a little breather.
Mibangon is stalling in the full guard.
Sapi trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sapi is controlling Mibangon's posture.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#TD2#
Sapi shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Sapi showed some decent athleticism there.
Mibangon trying to control here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wala Sapi dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Mibangon dives in and grabs Sapi's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sapi pushes down on Mibangon's head and hops out.
Sapi replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mibangon blocks it well.#TD#
Mibangon changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sapi looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Sapi being controlled for a moment.
Sapi is looking for a sweep.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mibangon content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Sapi struggling a bit here.
Sapi keeping his opponent close.
Mibangon working away.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sapi shoots in for a double leg but Mibangon sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Mibangon jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#TD#
Mibangon dives in and scores a takedown into Sapi's guard.
Sapi pulls Mibangon in close to prevent any damage.
Mibangon is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Mibangon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sapi can do to turn this around?
Sapi controlling Mibangon's posture.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sapi looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Sapi gets a double leg takedown into Mibangon's guard.
Sapi 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sapi throwing strikes from guard but Mibangon blocks nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Minatay Mibangon dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Sapi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Minatay Mibangon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sapi working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Mibangon is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sapi wants to control but Mibangon is keeping him busy. #T1#
Mibangon defending against the ground and pound.
Sapi controlling the position from side mount.
Mibangon can't do much from the bottom here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sapi is defended easily by Mibangon.
Mibangon is looking to counter with head kicks.
Mibangon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sapi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mibangon somewhat.#T3#
Mibangon displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sapi.
Mibangon went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD2#
Sapi throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mibangon was covering up waiting for the punch and Sapi finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T4#
Mibangon is striking from the bottom but Sapi uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Mibangon keeps control of the position for the meantime.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wala Sapi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sapi has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wala Sapi!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Libat slaps away a takedown attempt from Nada, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Libat throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nada avoids it.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Nada enables Libat to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nada manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nada has Libat pulled in close to control his posture.
Libat postures up. #T1#
Libat keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Nada's head.
Libat 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.
Libat's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Nada is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Libat's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nada displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Libat.
Nada misses with a takedown
and Libat counters with a nice kick to the body. #T3##TD2#
Nada drives through with a takedown into guard.
Libat pulls Nada in close to prevent any damage.
Nada seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T4#
Nada trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nada controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Higanti Libat 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#
Libat shoots in and drives through. Nada sprawls well.
Nada is trying to counter with his kicks.
Libat stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Libat wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Nada throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Libat tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Nada is in Libat's guard.
Libat is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Libat seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Nada sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1##T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Libat tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nada is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nada darts in looking for a takedown but Libat gets double underhooks and turns Nada into the cage.
And Libat counters with a quick kick to the body but Nada blocks it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Libat or perhaps it was just good defense by Nada, which made it look bad.
Nada raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#T3#
Nada shoots in for a takedown but Libat shows good takedown defense.
Higanti Libat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Way Nada.#TD#
Libat shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nada is trying to defend but Libat finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Libat is keen to just control but Nada is a slippery customer.#T4#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Libat in particular looking to stall.
Nada is looking to improve his position.
Nada holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Libat content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Higanti Libat will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Nada shoots in looking for a takedown. Libat tries to sprawl out of it but Nada keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Libat manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Nada looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Libat!#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nada controlling from side mount.
Libat is trying to control Nada's posture but Nada avoids it.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Libat being controlled for a moment.
Nada trying to control the position but Libat is working away. #T3#
Nada working away.
Libat is looking for a sweep.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Libat looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Nada has his hands on Libat's head, controlling the position. #T4#
Libat is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Way Nada has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Higanti Libat is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nada tries to land a sweep but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Way Nada.
Well Libat has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Higanti Libat!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 31, 2024

#R1#
Venom scores with a jab to the head.
Venom punishes Bitok's body with a nice straight punch.
Venom throws a shot to the body.
Bitok looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Venom is fending him off so far but Bitok persists. Nope, Venom circles away and we're back to standing.
Venom throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bitok on the side of the head. #KD2#
Venom cracks Bitok with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Venom has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Bitok to stand back up!#ROC2#Bitok is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Venom lands a nice looking body shot.
Venom feints a kick and comes over the top with a right hand, followed by a left hook - both land, sending Bitok crashing to the mat! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Michael Venom !
After winning the bout, Michael Venom thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 31, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Gomes looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Gomes thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Gomes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Buut swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Buut is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gomes passes easily into side control. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gomes in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Buut is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). David Gomes!
David Gomes seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 31, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buktot fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sapi avoids it really well and circles away.
Sapi fakes the leg kick and cracks Buktot in the body. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Sapi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Buktot is trying to control Sapi's posture but Sapi avoids it.
Buktot is looking to regain half guard here but Sapi keeps moving and retains side control.
Sapi working away.
Buktot is looking to regain half guard here but Sapi keeps moving and retains side control.
Sapi throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T2#
Sapi in side control, just content to control the action for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Buktot goes for a double leg but Sapi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sapi continues to drive forward.#T3#
Sapi tries for a takedown but Buktot manages to get underhooks.
Buktot prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD#
Buktot decides to pull guard.
Sapi's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sapi prevents Buktot from getting back to his feet. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sapi looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sapi preventing the sweep.
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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sapi controlling from the top position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wala Sapi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Sapi stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sapi wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught flat footed, as Sapi shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Sapi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sapi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Sapi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Buktot looking to control.
Sapi 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.
Buktot is trying to keep Sapi in close. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Buktot.
Sapi is trying to counter with his kicks.
Nice sprawl there from Sapi as Buktot shoots in.
Sapi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Buktot with a body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buktot fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sapi avoids it really well and circles away.
Sapi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T3#
Buktot misses with a takedown attempt - Sapi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sapi follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Sapi closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sapi lands in his opponent's guard.#T4#
Sapi 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wala Sapi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Buktot fails with a takedown attempt.
Sapi thinks about the counter body kick.
Sapi wants to land a leg kick but Buktot is out of range. #TD2#
Sapi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Sapi working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Wala Sapi has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Buktot struggling a bit here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sapi working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SUB2#
Sapi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Buktot is trying to control Sapi's posture but Sapi avoids it.
Buktot parries the strikes from Sapi easily there. Sapi is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Buktot to escape. #T3#
Buktot trying to remain calm as Sapi controls from the top position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sapi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buktot as he avoids it easily.
Buktot tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sapi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buktot somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dawindi Buktot. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sapi closes the distance and clinches up with Buktot, looking for a takedown. Sapi pushes Buktot against the cage but Buktot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Buktot half committed to a counter leg kick.
Sapi throws a lazy body kick
and Buktot finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wala Sapi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Buktot fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sapi appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wala Sapi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Sapi winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 26:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 26:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wala Sapi!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 31, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Nada dives in for a single leg takedown but Mibangon sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Mibangon stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mibangon wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Nada closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Mibangon is looking for a sweep.
Nada working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The referee asks Nada politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nada prefers to stall for the moment though.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
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.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Mibangon gets caught napping as Nada dives in and scores a takedown. Mibangon manages to retain guard.#T2#
Nada 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.
Mibangon is adopting a defensive guard.#T3#
Nada has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Mibangon is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Mibangon throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Nada was covering up waiting for the punch and Mibangon finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T4#
Mibangon stopping the sweep attempt from Nada.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nada pulls Mibangon in close to his closed guard and prevents Mibangon from doing any damage or advancing position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Way Nada dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Nada drives through with a takedown into Mibangon's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Mibangon is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Mibangon's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mibangon looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Nada throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mibangon works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mibangon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mibangon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Nada is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nada content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nada closes the distance and clinches up with Mibangon, looking for a takedown. Nada pushes Mibangon against the cage but Mibangon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#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.
Mibangon moves out of range as Nada throws a body kick.
Nada has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nada fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nada defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mibangon.
Nada is looking for the big counter here.#TD#
Mibangon changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nada looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Nada is looking to regain half guard here but Mibangon keeps moving and retains side control.
Mibangon in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T3#
Nada is not content to let Mibangon control the position.
Mibangon in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mibangon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nada keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mibangon controls the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Way Nada showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Nada shoots in looking for a takedown. Mibangon tries to sprawl out of it but Nada keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mibangon manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mibangon quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#TD#
Mibangon gets a double leg takedown into Nada's guard.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nada is pulling down on Mibangon's head. It's preventing any offense from Mibangon, at least for the moment.
Mibangon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Way Nada has got the better of the ground game so far.
Mibangon trying to control the position from guard on top but Nada is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nada is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mibangon wants to control from the top but Nada keeps moving.
Nada looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Mibangon content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3##TD#
Mibangon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nada is trying to defend but Mibangon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Nada is controlling Mibangon's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T4#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mibangon in particular looking to stall.
Minatay Mibangon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Way Nada is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nada is trying is best to control the position here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Minatay Mibangon showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nada has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Way Nada!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Bitok drives through with a takedown into Buktot's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Buktot pulls Bitok in close to prevent any damage.
Bitok sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot managing to control the position. #T1#
Bitok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bitok is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buktot sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Buktot throws a big counter combination but Bitok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Bitok shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Buktot wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well. #T3#
Bitok keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Buktot trying to hold on to Bitok's head to control him but Bitok postures up.
Bitok thows a huge punch but Buktot dodges it nicely.
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.
Buktot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bitok controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Buktot shoots in for a double leg but Bitok sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A lazy body kick from Buktot
and Bitok counters with a nice kick to the body.
Buktot throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Bitok shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Buktot manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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#
Buktot has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Bitok counters with a nice double leg into side control. Buktot won't be happy with that.
Bitok has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Buktot is looking for a sweep.
Bitok staying calm.
Bitok is continuing to stall.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buktot keeping his opponent close.
Bitok is staying tight to Buktot's torso, preventing him from escaping. #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.
Buktot is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bitok plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Bitok shoots in looking for a takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl out of it but Bitok keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buktot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Buktot appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T3#
Bitok shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buktot sprawls well. Buktot wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.
It appears Buktot was looking to counter with a kick there.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bitok but Bitok pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#TD#
Buktot shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bitok manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bitok pulls Buktot in to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulata Bitok 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#
Bitok fails with the takedown
and Buktot counters with an outside leg kick. #TD2#
Bitok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Buktot controlling the position well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Bitok is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T1#
Buktot is looking for a sweep. Bitok is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Buktot landing a few short strikes.
Still in half guard, Bitok seems content to control.
Let's hope that Bitok has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buktot is holding on to half guard well.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Buktot gets caught napping as Bitok dives in and scores a takedown. Buktot manages to retain guard.
Bitok trying to control but Buktot is working from the bottom. #T3#
Buktot being controlled here, momentarily.
Bitok being controlled here momentarily.
Bitok content to stall in guard here. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bitok won't allow Buktot to sweep him here.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Buktot is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulata Bitok comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bitok has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok!

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