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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 16, 2025 |
#R1##CL# Bitok tries to keep at a distance but Le Delma has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD# Le Delma has clasped his hands together around Bitok's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Le Delma landing a few strikes. Bitok is working to avoid the ground and pound but Le Delma connects with a decent elbow. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Le Delma looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Bitok is avoiding damage well.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. Bitok parries the strikes from Le Delma easily there. Le Delma is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bitok to escape.
Bitok takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Le Delma throwing shots but missing, from side control. You can see the frustration on Bitok's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Le Delma is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T1# Le Delma lands an elbow. Le Delma is putting a hurting on Bitok here, landing some big shots from side control. We've been hearing that Le Delma has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Bitok taking a bit of punishment here - Le Delma scoring with strikes. Le Delma scoring with punches and elbows. Le Delma works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head. Le Delma scoring with punches and elbows. #ROC#Bitok is rocked! Le Delma lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Bitok is still in real trouble! Can Le Delma finish him? Bitok looks winded! Le Delma lands a few punches from side control. Le Delma scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Bitok is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Le Delma can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Emanuel Le Delma! A very excited looking Emanuel Le Delma made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2025 |
#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 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. Kiang shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Horrible takedown attempt by Kiang or perhaps it was just good defense by Nada, which made it look bad. Nada thinks about countering with a body kick.#T1# Kiang fails with a takedown attempt. Way Nada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yawa Kiang. Kiang tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nada sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kiang somewhat. Kiang just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromNada.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Kiang fails with a takedown attempt. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nada.#TD# Nada shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kiang manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#T3# Kiang lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Nada trying to keep a closed guard but Kiang is proving a slippery customer.
Kiang is fighting to break Nada's control of his arms but Nada is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! 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# Nada fails with a takedown attempt. And Kiang tries to counter it with a takedown but Nada pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2# Kiang shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nada is trying to defend but Kiang finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nada is refusing to be controlled, as Kiang sits in half guard. #T1# Nada wants to control but Kiang is keeping busy and won't allow it. Nada is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kiang is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Kiang controlling the action here. Kiang prevents Nada from improving his position. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Kiang content to control rather than advance. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Nada gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Kiang connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Nada shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kiang defends it nicely. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Way Nada. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3# Nada shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kiang pinned against the cage. Kiang gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Kiang dives in and grabs Nada's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nada pushes down on Kiang's head and hops out. Nada displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kiang. Nada doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2# and Kiang counters with a single leg into guard. Nada didn't expect that. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yawa Kiang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD# Nada shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kiang is trying to defend but Nada finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Kiang blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nada. Nada content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# Kiang controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. Nada seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kiang does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Kiang is controlling Nada's trapped leg to prevent Nada from advancing to side control. Kiang makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kiang.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Nada content to stall in guard here. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Nada scores with a nice body kick.
#T3# Kiang shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nada but Nada pushes him off and we're back to square one. Nice sprawl there from Nada as Kiang shoots in. Nada tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kiang swivels and escapes. And Kiang responds with a good body kick, but Nada manages to step out the way in time. Nada closes the distance and clinches up with Kiang, looking for a takedown. Nada pushes Kiang against the cage but Kiang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. 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 lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Way Nada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yawa Kiang. Kiang shoots for a takedown but Nada saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. No luck for Nada with that takedown attempt. Kiang steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
And that's the end of the fight! Way Nada showed his dominance in that final round. I think Nada 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 George Francis scores the fight 29:28 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Way Nada! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2025 |
#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 misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD# Mibangon gets caught flat footed, as Sapi shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mibangon pulls Sapi in close to prevent any damage. Sapi stopping the sweep attempt from Mibangon.#T1# Sapi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Sapi seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Mibangon for as long as he can get away with. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Mibangon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD# Sapi closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mibangon did well to prevent Sapi getting side control.#T3# Sapi controlling the pace. Mibangon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sapi is working away from the top position though. Sapi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. 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# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Mibangon is controlling Sapi's position as best he can from this difficult position.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Sapi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mibangon defends it nicely. Mibangon counters with a body kick. 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##TD2# Mibangon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Sapi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sapi trying to control but Mibangon postures up.
#T1# Mibangon is figuring out what he wants to do next. Sapi wants to get back to his feet.
Mibangon is figuring out what he wants to do next. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Sapi is concentrating on defense, preventing Mibangon from advancing position. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#TD# Sapi closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Mibangon's guard. Mibangon controls Sapi momentarily but Sapi frees himself. Sapi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3# Sapi wants to pass the guard but Mibangon is keeping the position. Mibangon controlling Sapi's posture. Sapi stopping the sweep attempt from Mibangon.#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. Mibangon pulls Sapi in to control the position. Sapi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Mibangon fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sapi with a lazy takedown attempt and Mibangon counters with a nice body kick.
#TD# Sapi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wala Sapi 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# Sapi shoots in for a double leg but Mibangon sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Mibangon is trying to counter with his kicks. Mibangon shoots in but no luck this time. Sapi shoots in looking for a takedown but Mibangon manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sapi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Mibangon looks for a takedown but Sapi sprawls well. Sapi quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sapi shoots in for a takedown but Mibangon shows good takedown defense. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wala Sapi. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Mibangon shoots in looking for a takedown. Sapi tries to sprawl out of it but Mibangon keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sapi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Sapi quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sapi. Sapi displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mibangon. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. No luck with that takedown attempt from Sapi. Mibangon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Sapi fails with the takedown. Mibangon counters with a body kick.#T3# Mibangon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sapi moves away. Sapi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mibangon can do to turn this around? Mibangon shoots in and drives through. Sapi sprawls well.#TD# Sapi closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sapi lands in his opponent's guard.#T4# Mibangon has control of Sapi's left arm, preventing Sapi from doing any damage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Sapi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Minatay Mibangon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Wala Sapi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
And that's the end of the fight! Wala Sapi showed his dominance in that final round. Well Sapi 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wala Sapi! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2025 |
#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 defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buktot. Buut quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Buktot avoids the body shot from Buut.
Buktot shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buut sprawls well. Buut wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buktot gets slowly back to his feet. Buut appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buut moves out of range of the body kick.#T1##TD# Buut gets a takedown into half guard. Buut missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Buut is controlling the pace.
Buktot controlling the position well. #T2# Buut seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Buktot wants to control but Buut passes into side.
Buut happy to just control the position for now. #T3# The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. 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. Buut has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Buktot can't do much from the bottom here. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Nice takedown defense from Buktot. No joy for Buut on that attempt. Buktot is trying to counter with his kicks. Buut blocks the body kick.
Buktot looks to land a body kick but Buut moved away. Buut slaps away a takedown attempt from Buktot, before circling back to the center of the mat. Buktot just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBuut. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Walay Buut dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Buut shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense. #TD2# Buktot shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Buut is trying to defend but Buktot finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Buktot looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# Buut trying to control but Buktot postures up.
Buktot sitting and controlling from the half guard. Buut trying to hold on to Buktot's head to control him but Buktot postures up.
#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Buktot perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Buut is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Buut shoots in looking for a takedown but Buktot manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buut's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Buut fails with a takedown attempt. Buktot is trying to counter with his kicks. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Walay Buut. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3##TD2# Buktot scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. You can see the frustration on Buut's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4# Buut keeping his opponent close. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Buut tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Buktot wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dawindi Buktot 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! And we move into the final round!#R3# 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. #TD2# Buktot fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Buut to the ground. Buktot is now in Buut's guard. Buktot 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. Buut wants to stand but Buktot is controlling the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buut has control of Buktot's left arm, preventing Buktot from doing any damage. #T1# Buktot wants to pass the guard but Buut is keeping the position. Buktot postures up.
Buktot controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Buut looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Buut shoots in but Buktot avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD# Buktot gets caught napping as Buut dives in and scores a takedown. Buktot manages to retain guard.#T3# Buktot has a closed guard, preventing Buut from standing up. Buut content to stall in guard here. Buktot seems keen to control Buut's posture. Buut tries to free his leg and advance position but Buktot is retaining full guard. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Buut trying to control the position from guard on top but Buktot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buktot pulls Buut in to control the position. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2# Buktot drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Dawindi Buktot comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Buktot 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 27:29 Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:29 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 09, 2025 |
#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 is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buut sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Buut is looking to counter with a body kick. Mibangon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buut. Buut goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Mibangon is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Mibangon shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buut sprawls well. Buut wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mibangon gets slowly back to his feet. Buut swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buut shoots in but no luck this time. Mibangon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buut. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Walay Buut. That's going to take a lot out of him. Mibangon fails with a takedown attempt. Buut thinks about countering with a body kick. Mibangon fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Buut throws a quick counter kick to the body but Mibangon avoids it. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Horrible takedown attempt by Buut or perhaps it was just good defense by Mibangon, which made it look bad. #TD# Buut closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Mibangon quickly recovers to half guard.#T3# Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Buut in particular looking to stall. Buut has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Mibangon trying to control from the bottom.
Mibangon controlling the position well. Buut controlling 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.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Mibangon is doing well to control the position and prevent Buut from advancing to side control.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Buut looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mibangon is fending him off so far but Buut persists. Nope, Mibangon circles away and we're back to standing. Mibangon is trying to counter with his kicks. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD# Buut shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Walay Buut dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Mibangon looks for a takedown but Buut sprawls well. It appears Buut was looking to counter with a kick there. Nice takedown defense from Mibangon. No joy for Buut on that attempt. #TD# Buut shoots in and bounces Mibangon off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mibangon trying to control the position.
#T1# Mibangon looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Buut is stalling in the full guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. 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. Buut is stalling in the full guard. Buut is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mibangon can do to turn this around?#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3# Buut gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2# and Mibangon counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Mibangon. Mibangon is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Buut is defending well. Buut tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Mibangon goes for a takedown in the clinch but Buut prevents it.
Walay Buut has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD2# Mibangon has hold of one of Buut's legs. Buut is fighting the takedown attempt but Mibangon gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Mibangon controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Buut seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Buut tries to land a sweep but no joy. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Walay Buut dominated that second round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# Buut misses with a takedown attempt - Mibangon sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Mibangon gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Buut counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buut shoots for a double leg takedown but Mibangon sprawls well. He's pushed Buut's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Mibangon dives in and grabs Buut's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buut pushes down on Mibangon's head and hops out.#T1# Mibangon shoots in looking for a takedown but Buut manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mibangon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Walay Buut has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon.#TD# Buut fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Mibangon sprawls well initially but Buut persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Buut trying to control the pace. #T2# Mibangon lands one or two decent shots to the body here. Although from his own half guard, he's not going to be causing too much damage. Buut thows a huge punch but Mibangon dodges it nicely.
Buut is thwarting Mibangon's attempts to control the position. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3# Mibangon is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Buut throws the kick towards the body but Mibangon avoids it.#TD2# Mibangon drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Buut controlling the position. Mibangon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4# Buut manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mibangon manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# Mibangon controlling the position. Minatay Mibangon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Walay Buut 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! Buut lands a couple of elbows.
And that's the end of the fight! Walay Buut showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Buut, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27 Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Walay Buut! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 09, 2025 |
#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# Nada gets the takedown into side control. Nada working away. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Libat is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Nada is staying active. Libat being controlled for a moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nada wants to control but Libat is keeping him busy. #T1# 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. Nada takes a little break here. Libat wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD# Libat gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nada to score an easy takedown into full 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. Nada being controlled here momentarily. Libat looking for a sweep. Not yet Libat, not yet. #T3# Nada being controlled here momentarily. Libat is continuing to stall.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Nada postures up.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Libat fails with a takedown attempt. Nada 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! Libat slaps away a takedown attempt from Nada, before circling back to the center of the mat. Libat counters with a body kick. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Way Nada dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD# 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! Nada taking a breather here. #T1# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. You can see the frustration on Libat's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Libat trying to remain calm as Nada controls from the top position. Nada working away. Nada content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB# Nada is trying to get an arm triangle but Libat is defending well. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. You can see the frustration on Libat's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Libat fails with the takedown. Nada is looking to counter with a body kick.#TD2# Libat drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T3# Nada is trying to escape the position but Libat is controlling the position. Nada is trying to control Libat's posture but Libat avoids it. Libat in the domination position with Nada hanging on. Nada is trying to control Libat's posture but Libat avoids it. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Nada holding on. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. You can see the frustration on Nada's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Nada is holding Libat down, trying to stall.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Way Nada dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3# Libat with a poor takedown and Nada counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #TD# Nada throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Libat was covering up waiting for the punch and Nada finishes the takedown easily into guard. Libat is pulling down on Nada's head to control his posture. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nada slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1# Libat looking to control.
Nada stays in close to Libat's body and controls the position. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Libat trying to keep a closed guard but Nada is proving a slippery customer.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Nada is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Libat can do to turn this around? Nada pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Libat is keeping the position for now. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Libat keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Libat will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T3# Nada misses with a takedown attempt - Libat sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Libat fails to land the takedown. And Nada counters with a quick kick to the body but Libat blocks it. Way Nada has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Higanti Libat. Libat misses with a takedown attempt - Nada sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. It appears Nada was looking to counter with a kick there.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Nice sprawl there from Libat as Nada shoots in. Libat steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Higanti Libat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Way Nada is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world. Nada shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Libat pinned against the cage. Libat gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Libat replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Nada blocks it well.
And that's the end of the fight! Way Nada showed his dominance in that final round. Well Nada 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27 Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Way Nada! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 09, 2025 |
#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. No luck with that takedown attempt from Kiang. Kiang tries for a takedown but Sapi circles away easily and Sapi counters with a lovely shot to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kiang shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sapi pinned against the cage. Sapi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Wala Sapi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yawa Kiang.#T1# Kiang fails with a takedown attempt. Kiang 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 Kiang off to one side. Kiang shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Kiang displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sapi. Kiang doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD# Sapi closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kiang to the mat! Kiang manages to get full guard. Kiang tries to land a sweep but no joy. Sapi's corner is telling him to maintain position. Sapi stopping the sweep attempt from Kiang. Kiang can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sapi controls the pace.#T3# Sapi postures up.
Sapi is stalling in the full guard. Kiang pulls Sapi in close to his closed guard and prevents Sapi from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2# Kiang looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T4# Kiang stopping the sweep attempt from Sapi. Sapi is pulling down on Kiang's head to control his posture. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sapi controls Kiang momentarily but Kiang frees himself. 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 shoots in but no luck this time. Kiang replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Sapi blocks it well.#TD# Kiang gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Sapi to score an easy takedown into full guard. Sapi is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kiang wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1# Kiang is trying to keep Sapi in close.
Kiang controlling the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kiang controls Sapi momentarily but Sapi frees himself. Kiang is adopting a defensive guard.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Kiang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Sapi throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #TD2# Kiang looking to score a takedown here. Sapi is defending well but Kiang drives through and ends up in Sapi's guard.#T3# Sapi being controlled here, momentarily. 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. Sapi pulls Kiang in close to prevent any damage. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Sapi'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. Sapi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kiang can do to turn this around? Kiang looking to control the position here, rather than advance. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. 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 Wala Sapi will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3# Sapi shoots in but Kiang avoids the takedown attempt easily. As Sapi backs off Kiang throws a huge counter combo but Sapi manages to avoid it all. Kiang is looking to land body kicks. Kiang tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sapi swivels and escapes. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sapi doesn't succeed with the takedown and Kiang counters with a series of strikes. Sapi will be more careful next time no doubt. #T1# Kiang tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sapi swivels and escapes. Sapi throws a big counter combination but Kiang scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2# Kiang 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. Kiang wants to control from the top but Sapi keeps moving. Sapi pulls Kiang in close to prevent any damage. #T2# Sapi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kiang is one step ahead there. Sapi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kiang controls the pace.#T3# Sapi keeping moving, preventing Kiang from controlling successfully. Kiang won't allow Sapi to sweep him here. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Sapi shoots in and drives through. Kiang sprawls well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wala Sapi. That's going to take a lot out of him. Kiang shoots in looking for a takedown. Sapi tries to sprawl out of it but Kiang keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sapi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Sapi appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Kiang doesn't succeed with the takedown and Sapi counters with a two punch combo. Yawa Kiang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Wala Sapi 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! A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sapi. Kiang steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
And that's the end of the fight! Yawa Kiang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Sapi 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28 Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wala Sapi! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 09, 2025 |
#R1# Hang tries a head kick but it misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hang. Kra Hang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# Hang has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC# Hang manages to break the clinch.
A jab from Hang finds it's way through Bitok's defenses. Hang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bitok follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. Hang misses with a head kick.
Bitok steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bitok showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hang.
Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks. Hang throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hang blocks it well.#T1# Hang scores with a one two! Bitok had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. No luck for Bitok with that takedown attempt. Hang goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Hang connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Hang lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Hang throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Hang has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Sticky Bandit 5 Finger Discount Gym in the buildup to the fight. Hang throws a nice looking combination but Bitok bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL# Hang clinches. #T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A bit of stalling here from Hang.
#BC# Hang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kra Hang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Hang lands a lovely overhand right. Hang throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hang blocks it well. Hang misses with the combination.
Bitok takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T3# Hang looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Bitok is trying to counter with his kicks. Hang moves out of range of the body kick from Bitok.
Bitok takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bitok with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hang to score with a decent uppercut. Bitok looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Hang throws a series of punches but Bitok avoids them all with ease. #KD# Hang lands a left and a right that send Bitok crashing to the mat, dazed. Hang thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Bitok is rocked! This has been an exciting period of action! Bitok on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T4# Hang throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bitok. Bitok changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#KD# Hang lands a big shot that drops Bitok! Can he finish him?
Bitok is still in real trouble! Can Hang finish him? Hang sitting in guard, not really doing much. Bitok really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hang. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Hang advances to half guard. Bitok seems to have recovered his senses. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hang lands a nice short elbow. Bitok on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kra Hang dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Hang works Bitok's body with a nice hook. Hang misses with a double jab.
Bitok thinks about the counter body kick. Bitok with a lazy takedown attempt and Hang counters with a nice body shot. Bitok fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hang avoids it really well and circles away. Hang is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bitok can do to turn this around? We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hang scores with a jab to the head.
#T1# Hang looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hang blocks it well. Hang scores with a jab to the jaw. Hang lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bitok backs up against the cage.
Bitok gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hang swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bitok replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hang blocks it well. Bitok misses with a takedown #CL# and Hang counters by moving into the clinch. Kra Hang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kulata Bitok.#BC# Hang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Look low, kick high! Hang uses the oldest trick in the book to send Bitok tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Hang is absolutely delighted - when Bitok wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Kra Hang! Kra Hang very nearly forgot to thank Tokzik Dope L.A. amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2025 |
#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. Bitok tries a head kick but it misses.
#TD# Bitok shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Bitok wants to pass the guard but Libat is keeping the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Libat pulls Bitok in to control the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1# Libat working a defensive guard here.
Libat seems keen to control Bitok's posture. Libat is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Libat fails with a takedown attempt. Bitok appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD2# Libat bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T3# Bitok holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage. Bitok can't do much from the bottom here. Bitok sneaks back into half guard. Libat throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Bitok is looking to improve his position.
#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Bitok preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Bitok wants to control but Libat is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Bitok looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Libat steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Bitok shoots in for a double leg but Libat sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Libat tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Higanti Libat will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2# Bitok shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Libat defends it nicely. Despite the aggression on Libat's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#TD2# Libat closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Libat lands in his opponent's guard.
Bitok has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Libat off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T1# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Libat gets the takedown into side control. Bitok is looking for a sweep.#T2# Libat 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 Bitok's shoulder. That is not cool. 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 working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Bitok isn't going anywhere. Libat in side control, just content to control the action for now. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T3# Bitok can't do much from the bottom here. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD# Bitok gets a double leg takedown into Libat's guard.#T4# Libat working a defensive guard here.
Bitok prevents Libat from getting back to his feet. Higanti Libat has got the better of the ground game so far. Libat controlling Bitok's posture. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Bitok stopping the sweep attempt from Libat. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Higanti Libat will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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# Bitok shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Libat sprawls well. Libat wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet. Nice takedown defense from Libat. No joy for Bitok on that attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Bitok gets caught flat footed, as Libat shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Bitok is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1# Libat slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Bitok has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Libat sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Bitok bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Libat's guard. #REVR# Libat is pulling down on Bitok's head. It's preventing any offense from Bitok, at least for the moment. Libat throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#T3# Libat has his hands on Bitok's head, controlling the position. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Bitok engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Bitok defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Libat. Bitok jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Bitok shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Libat defends it nicely. Libat counters with a body kick. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Libat tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bitok swivels and escapes. Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Higanti Libat is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Bitok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Bitok looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
And that's the end of the fight! Higanti Libat comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Libat 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Higanti Libat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2025 |
#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# Kiang bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buut is trying to improve his position. Buut is trying to control Kiang's posture but Kiang avoids it. Kiang in side control, just content to control the action for now. Buut wants to control but Kiang postures up.#T1# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A bit of a lull in the action here. Kiang controlling the position. Buut struggling a bit here.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Kiang tries for a takedown but Buut sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. A little feinted left hand from Buut on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2# Kiang looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Buut!#T2# Buut can't do much from the bottom here. Kiang is staying tight to Buut's torso, preventing him from escaping. Buut is trying to control Kiang's posture but Kiang avoids it. Buut being controlled for a moment. #T3# Buut is positioning himself to get back to half 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 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 Buut's shoulder. That is not cool. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Kiang tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buut swivels and escapes. Buut shoots in for a takedown but Kiang shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Buut has a takedown stuffed. And Kiang responds with a good body kick, but Buut manages to step out the way in time. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yawa Kiang dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2# A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kiang. Buut gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Kiang counters with a three punch combo that has Buut backing up. Buut nods at Kiang to acknowledge the strikes. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Buut bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Kiang explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T1# Buut shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kiang but Kiang pushes him off and we're back to square one. Kiang shoots in looking for a takedown but Buut manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kiang's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Buut shoots in but no luck this time. And Kiang responds with a good body kick, but Buut manages to step out the way in time. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Walay Buut. That's going to take a lot out of him. Buut shoots in but Kiang avoids the takedown attempt easily. Kiang thinks about the counter body kick.#T2# Buut fails with the takedown. Kiang thinks about the counter body kick. Kiang fails with the takedown. Buut thinks about countering with a body kick.#T3# Kiang dives in and grabs Buut's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buut pushes down on Kiang's head and hops out. Kiang looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Buut quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#TD2# Kiang manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Buut on his heels. He'll look to pass Buut's guard now, I'm sure.#T4# Kiang looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Let's hope that Kiang 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. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yawa Kiang 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##TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Kiang enables Buut to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kiang manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Kiang wants to sweep but no luck. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kiang looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Kiang working a defensive guard here.
#T1# Buut controls from within his opponent's guard. Kiang is pulling down on Buut's head. It's preventing any offense from Buut, at least for the moment.#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. Kiang is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Kiang leaves Buut with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T3# Buut slaps away a takedown attempt from Kiang, before circling back to the center of the mat. Buut throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kiang avoids it.#TD2# Kiang 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 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.#T4# Buut is working hard here to advance position. Buut keeping moving, preventing Kiang from controlling successfully. Buut pulls Kiang in close to his closed guard and prevents Kiang from doing any damage or advancing position. Walay Buut has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Yawa Kiang is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
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 Walay Buut. Well Kiang 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 28:29 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29 Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yawa Kiang! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2025 |
#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 looks for a takedown but Sapi sprawls well. Sapi jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world. Sapi fails to land the takedown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mibangon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sapi.#TD2# Mibangon scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T1# I wouldn't like to be where Sapi is right now. Mibangon is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Sapi will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Sapi struggling a bit here. Mibangon controlling the position from side mount. Sapi wants to control but Mibangon postures up.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Sapi is looking to regain half guard here but Mibangon keeps moving and retains side control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mibangon controls the position. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2# Mibangon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sapi is trying to defend but Mibangon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Mibangon is thwarting Sapi's attempts to control the position.#T3# 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.
#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Sapi controlling the position for now. Mibangon sitting and controlling from the half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sapi keeping control of the position. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Minatay Mibangon dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD2# Mibangon shoots in and bounces Sapi off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Sapi pushes Mibangon off and scrambles back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Mibangon looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T1# Mibangon trying to control the position from guard on top but Sapi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Sapi seems keen to control Mibangon's posture.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3# Mibangon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Mibangon gets a double leg takedown into Sapi's guard. Mibangon looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Minatay Mibangon has got the better of the ground game so far. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4# Mibangon being controlled here momentarily. Mibangon sitting in guard, not really doing much. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Minatay Mibangon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD2# Mibangon shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Mibangon has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Sapi trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sapi is looking to improve his position.
#T1# Mibangon content to control rather than advance. Sapi is holding on to half guard well.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Mibangon with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Sapi 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. Sapi avoids a kick to the body.
It looked like Sapi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mibangon. Sapi throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T3# 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 was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Sapi leaves Mibangon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Mibangon has his takedown stuffed and Sapi counters with a body kick. Wala Sapi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Mibangon stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mibangon wants it to stay on the feet. Mibangon thinks about the counter body kick. Mibangon shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sapi as he avoids it easily. Sapi quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Sapi shoots in for a takedown but Mibangon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Mibangon thinks about the counter body kick. Wala Sapi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Minatay Mibangon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. 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. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sapi misses with a kick to the body.
Mibangon appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Minatay Mibangon. I've got Mibangon 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30 Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Minatay Mibangon! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2025 |
#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 shoots in looking for a takedown. Buktot tries to sprawl out of it but Nada 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. Nada defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buktot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Nada 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. Nada is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Buktot working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nada. #T1# Nada showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Nada stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Buktot swivels though and keeps the full guard. Buktot lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##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 is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Buktot stopping the sweep attempt from Nada.#T3# Buktot is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Buktot stopping the sweep attempt from Nada. 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. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Buktot dives in for a single leg takedown but Nada sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Buktot takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#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.#TD# Nada shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nada showed some decent athleticism there. Buktot is trying to control but can't.
Nada not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Nada seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Buktot holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Way Nada dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD# Nada shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Nada controlling the pace. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buktot is concentrating on defense, preventing Nada from advancing position. #T1# Well, if Nada 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.
Nada'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.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Buktot fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Buktot slaps away a takedown attempt from Nada, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD# Nada closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Buktot quickly recovers to 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.#T3# Buktot controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. Nada is taking a breather. Buktot says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something. Nada is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buktot can do to turn this around?#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Buktot is trying to control but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Way Nada 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start 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. Nada shoots for a takedown but Buktot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Buktot defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nada. Buktot is looking for the big counter here. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Way Nada. That's going to take a lot out of him. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Buktot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Buktot looking to score a takedown here. Nada is defending well but Buktot drives through and ends up in Nada's guard.#T1# Buktot trying to control the position from guard on top but Nada is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buktot 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. Nada pulls Buktot in close to prevent any damage. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Buktot's corner is telling him to maintain position. Nada wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Buktot sitting in guard, not really doing much. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T3# Nada has his hands on Buktot's head, controlling the position. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Buktot stuffs the takedown. Buktot tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2# Nada gets caught napping as Buktot dives in and scores a takedown. Nada manages to retain guard. Nada has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Buktot content to stall in guard here. #T4# Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Way Nada 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 striking off his back but it's not causing Buktot any problems.
And that's the end of the fight! Dawindi Buktot comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Nada 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28 Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Way Nada! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 30, 2025 |
#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 doesn't succeed with the takedown and Bitok counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #TD2# Kiang closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bitok quickly recovers to half guard. Still in half guard, Kiang seems content to control. Bitok is controlling Kiang's trapped leg to prevent Kiang from advancing to side control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kiang is figuring out what he wants to do next. Bitok trying to control but Kiang postures up.
#T1# Bitok controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. Kiang stalling. #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. Bitok shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kiang sprawls well. Kiang wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Bitok throws a head kick but Kiang moves out of range.
Kiang has a takedown stuffed.#T3# Kiang on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD2# Kiang gets a takedown into half guard. Kiang stalling. #T4# Bitok keeping hold of Kiang's head, controlling as best he can. Still in half guard, Kiang seems content to control. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Bitok wants to control but Kiang is keeping busy.
Bitok is trying to control but Kiang manages to pass to mount!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yawa Kiang dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2# Kiang decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Bitok is pressing down on Kiang's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Yawa Kiang has got the better of the ground game so far. Bitok trying to control the position here. Kiang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bitok swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kiang trying to control but Bitok is working from the bottom. Bitok managing to control the position. #SUB# Bitok is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kiang is aware though and is defending well. Bitok wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Bitok is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Bitok avoids the body shot from Kiang.
Bitok with a poor takedown #TD2# and Kiang decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bitok's guard. Kiang stays in close to Bitok's body and controls the position. Bitok pulls Kiang in close to prevent any damage. #T3# Kiang has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Bitok'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. Bitok continues to stall.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Bitok wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kiang is now in half guard. Kiang not doing much here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yawa Kiang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD# Kiang tries to sprawl but Bitok drives through with a takedown into half guard. Kiang is trying is best to control the position here. Bitok trying to control from half guard but Kiang is working away. Bitok slows the pace down in half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kiang wants to control but Bitok is keeping busy.
#T1# Bitok perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kiang is looking to improve his position.
Bitok takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Kiang looks for a takedown but Bitok sprawls well. Bitok stuffs the takedown attempt from Kiang. Kiang gets slowly back to his feet. Bitok tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kiang swivels and escapes. Kiang counters with a body kick.#T3##TD# Bitok changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kiang looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Kiang is looking for a 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. Kiang struggling a bit here. Kiang dodges the ground and pound from Bitok. A lull in the action here. Kiang struggling a bit here.#T4# Bitok happy to just control the position for now. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Kulata Bitok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Yawa Kiang is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Bitok looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kiang is avoiding damage well.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight! Kulata Bitok showed his dominance in that final round. I think Kiang 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29 Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yawa Kiang! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 30, 2025 |
#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 displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buut. Libat doesn't succeed with the takedown and Buut counters with a big head kick but Libat shrugs it off. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buut shoots in for a takedown but Libat shows good takedown defense. Buut moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLibat.#TD# Buut closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Libat's guard.#T1# Buut is fighting to break Libat's control of his arms but Libat is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Buut is pushing down on Libat's leg trying to pass to half guard. Libat is fighting to maintain full guard but Buut has managed to sneak the leg through. Libat has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Buut is working away from the top position though. Buut trying to mount his opponent but Libat defends it. Buut prevents Libat from improving his position.#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. Buut is controlling the pace.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world. Buut misses with a body kick. Libat follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T3# Buut with a poor takedown and Libat counters with a low kick, right behind Buut 's knee. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Walay Buut. That's going to take a lot out of him. Libat dives in and grabs Buut's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buut pushes down on Libat's head and hops out. Buut is looking to counter with a body kick.#TD# Buut drives through with a takedown into guard.
Libat manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Libat misses the shot to the body. #TD# Buut fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Libat to the ground. Buut is now in Libat's guard.#T4# Buut wants to control from the top but Libat keeps moving. Buut is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Libat has control of Buut's left arm, preventing Buut from doing any damage. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Walay Buut 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# Buut fails with a takedown attempt. Buut shoots in but Libat avoids the takedown attempt easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buut looks for a takedown but Libat sprawls well. Libat counters with a body kick. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Walay Buut. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##TD2# Libat shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Libat showed some decent athleticism there. Buut is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment. Libat stalling. #T2# Libat is continuing to stall.#T3# Buut wants to get back to full guard but Libat has mounted him! Libat lands a nice shot to the head. Buut tries to hold on but Libat postures up. Libat tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Buut is working to get back to half guard.
#T4# Buut tries to lock up and control but Libat gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Buut is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Libat is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Libat content just to control the position here. Libat landing strikes, looking to finish! Higanti Libat has got the better of the ground game so far. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Libat looking to control and managing it successfully. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Higanti Libat showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Buut fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Libat counters with a body kick. Buut shoots for a double leg takedown but Libat sprawls well. He's pushed Buut's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Libat replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buut blocks it well. Libat misses with a takedown attempt - Buut sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. As Libat backs away, Buut returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Libat gets caught napping as Buut dives in and scores a takedown. Libat manages to retain guard.#T1# Libat managing to control the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buut sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Libat has control of Buut's left arm, preventing Buut from doing any damage. Libat looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Buut is looking to stand up but Libat won't let him. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T3# 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. Buut misses with a takedown attempt - Libat sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Walay Buut. That's going to take a lot out of him. Libat misses with a takedown and Buut counters with an inside leg kick. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Libat fails with the takedown and Buut counters with a good, hard body kick but Libat shrugs it off. Libat shoots in looking for a takedown. Buut tries to sprawl out of it but Libat keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buut manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. And Buut counters with a quick kick to the body but Libat blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight! Walay Buut showed his dominance in that final round. I think Buut 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 28:28 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:28 Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:28
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
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Date: Apr 30, 2025 |
#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 shoots in for a double leg but Sapi sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Sapi jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Mibangon dives in for a single leg takedown but Sapi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Nice takedown defense from Sapi. No joy for Mibangon on that attempt. Sapi quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Wala Sapi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon.#TD2# Mibangon drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sapi trying to control the position here. Mibangon preventing the sweep. #T1# Mibangon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Sapi managing to control the position. Sapi controls Mibangon momentarily but Mibangon frees himself. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Mibangon is fighting to break Sapi's control of his arms but Sapi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2# Mibangon dives in and scores a takedown into Sapi's guard. Mibangon looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3# Sapi has Mibangon pulled in close to control his posture. Mibangon's corner is telling him to maintain position. 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# 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 pulls Mibangon in to control the position. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. Mibangon content to stall in guard here. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mibangon with a poor takedown and Sapi finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Sapi has a takedown stuffed. Mibangon follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. 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 shoots in for a takedown but Sapi shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Sapi went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD# Sapi shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Mibangon manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Sapi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Mibangon wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# Sapi showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Mibangon pulls Sapi in close to his closed guard and prevents Sapi from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Mibangon looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sapi is fending him off so far but Mibangon persists. Nope, Sapi circles away and we're back to standing. Sapi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mibangon is defended easily by Sapi. Sapi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Wala Sapi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon.#T3##TD# Sapi bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Sapi lands some shots froms side control. Sapi controlling from side mount. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4# The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mibangon tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sapi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mibangon keeping his opponent close. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wala Sapi dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3##TD2# Mibangon looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Mibangon stays in close to Sapi's body and controls the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# Mibangon won't allow Sapi to get back to his feet. Mibangon being controlled here momentarily. Sapi has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Sapi has momentary wrist control but Mibangon slips an elbow through the middle.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Mibangon trying to control the position from guard on top but Sapi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Horrible takedown attempt by Sapi or perhaps it was just good defense by Mibangon, which made it look bad. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#TD# Sapi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T3# Sapi trying to control but Mibangon is working from the bottom. Mibangon can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sapi controls the pace. This is a sustained period of stalling by Sapi.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Sapi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Minatay Mibangon. I think Mibangon 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:28 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:28 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:28
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Date: Apr 30, 2025 |
#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 will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Nada jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Nada dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Nada's head and hops out. Nada sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#TD2# Buktot shoots in and bounces Nada off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nada pulls Buktot in to control the position. #T1# Nada is trying to control the position but Buktot postures up. 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 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. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Nada holds on and takes a little breather. Buktot looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Nada controlling Buktot's posture. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Buktot controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Nada shoots in looking for a takedown but Buktot manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nada's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. A nice side step and Buktot releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nada. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Way Nada. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3# Horrible takedown attempt by Nada or perhaps it was just good defense by Buktot, which made it look bad. Buktot looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Nada throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Buktot steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#TD2# Buktot closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T4# Nada wants to control but Buktot postures up. Nada seems a little lost for a moment, as Buktot dominates the positioning. Nada is trying to control Buktot's posture but Buktot avoids it. Who's going to make the next move? The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Nada is trying to control Buktot's posture but Buktot avoids it. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dawindi Buktot 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# Nada shoots in for a takedown but Buktot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Buktot thinks about the counter body kick. Nada tries to clinch but Buktot is having none of it. Buktot looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Nada is fending him off so far but Buktot persists. Nope, Nada circles away and we're back to standing. Buktot leaves Nada with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buktot tries for a takedown but Nada sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T1# Nada shoots in and drives through. Buktot sprawls well. Buktot is trying to counter with his kicks. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Way Nada. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nada tries for a takedown but Buktot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2# Buktot bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. A lull in the action here. Nada sneaks back into half guard.#T2# Nada trying to control from the bottom.
Nada keeping hold of Buktot's head, controlling as best he can. Buktot is thwarting Nada's attempts to control the position.#T3# Nada is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control. Buktot is controlling the pace.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Nada misses with a takedown attempt - Buktot sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Nada misses with a takedown attempt - Buktot sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Buktot tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nada swivels and escapes. It appears Nada was looking to counter with a kick there.#TD2# Buktot scores with a takedown into Nada's guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Nada manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Buktot manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dawindi Buktot showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Nada dives in and grabs Buktot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Buktot pushes down on Nada's head and hops out. Buktot stuffs the takedown attempt from Nada. Nada gets slowly back to his feet. As Nada backs off Buktot throws a huge counter combo but Nada manages to avoid it all. Nada leaves Buktot with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. And Nada counters with a quick kick to the body but Buktot blocks it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buktot tries for a takedown but Nada sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T1# Buktot pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Nada quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Nada shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Buktot but Buktot pushes him off and we're back to square one. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Way Nada. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Buktot tries to sprawl but Nada drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Buktot kicks off Nada and gets to his feet. #T2# Buktot has his takedown stuffed and Nada makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Buktot really felt that one!#TD2# Nada gets caught napping as Buktot dives in and scores a takedown. Nada manages to retain guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nada trying to control the position.
#T3# Buktot slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Nada is pulling down on Buktot's head to control his posture. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Nada has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. This is a sustained period of stalling by Nada. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Way Nada has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Dawindi Buktot 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!#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that's the end of the fight! Dawindi Buktot comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Buktot 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30 Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dawindi Buktot! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
#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. Bitok fails with a takedown attempt. Bitok displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buktot. Bitok looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Bitok shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T1# Bitok looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Buktot is controlling Bitok's trapped leg to prevent Bitok from advancing to side control. Buktot is continuing to stall.#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 slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Bitok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Bitok has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD# Bitok looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Bitok not doing much here.
Bitok'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.#T4# Buktot is concentrating on defense, preventing Bitok from advancing position. Bitok thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Buktot is positioning himself well to prevent Bitok advancing to mount. Buktot looks like he's trying to stand up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kulata Bitok 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# Buktot tries for a takedown but Bitok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Buktot shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bitok as he jumps to the side. Buktot closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bitok circles away. Kulata Bitok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dawindi Buktot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bitok shoots in but no luck this time. And Buktot responds with a good body kick, but Bitok manages to step out the way in time. Bitok will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Buktot steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T1# Buktot gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD# and Bitok counters with a takedown into side control. Buktot is being controlled here. Buktot is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Bitok perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Bitok trying to mount his opponent but Buktot defends it. #T2# Buktot wants to control but Bitok is keeping busy.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Buktot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Buktot steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T3##TD# Bitok shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Buktot napping and manages to drive through into side control! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Bitok is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Buktot knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Bitok in side control, just content to control the action for now. 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# You can see the frustration on Buktot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Bitok controls the position from side control. 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. 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##TD2# Buktot throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bitok was covering up waiting for the punch and Buktot finishes the takedown easily into guard. Buktot is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bitok keeping moving, preventing Buktot from controlling successfully. Buktot not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Kulata Bitok overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. 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.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Buktot being controlled here momentarily. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Bitok keeping full guard, as Buktot tries to pass. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD# Bitok throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Buktot was covering up waiting for the punch and Bitok finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T3# Buktot wants to control the position but Bitok says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. Buktot wants to improve his position but Bitok is controlling well.
Bitok thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bitok in particular looking to stall. Buktot scores with a few weak punches. Buktot desperately trying to maintain half guard. Dawindi Buktot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kulata Bitok is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Buktot gets back to full guard.
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 Kulata Bitok. 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:28 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok! |
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Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
#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 slaps away a takedown attempt from Mibangon, before circling back to the center of the mat. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Buut is defended easily by Mibangon. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. No luck with that takedown attempt from Mibangon. Buut was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1# A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mibangon is defended easily by Buut. Buut jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Walay Buut has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon.#TD# Buut shoots in and gets a takedown into Mibangon's guard.#T2# Buut controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Mibangon wants to sweep but no luck. #T3# Mibangon wants to stand up but Buut is controlling him. Buut controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Buut fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Buut moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMibangon.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Mibangon misses with a takedown attempt and Buut counters with a lovely shot to the body. Buut keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mibangon shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buut as he avoids it easily. Buut throws a quick counter kick to the body but Mibangon avoids it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Walay Buut 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# Buut stuffs the takedown. Buut throws a counter high kick but Mibangon was just alert enough to avoid it.#TD# Buut scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Buut performing his best blanket impression for a moment. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buut'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. Buut is thwarting Mibangon's attempts to control the position.#T1# Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Buut in particular looking to stall. Mibangon is looking for a sweep. Buut is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Mibangon keeps trying to improve his position. Mibangon wants to control but Buut is keeping busy.
#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.#TD# Buut is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Mibangon's half guard. Buut controlling the action here. Buut is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mibangon can do to turn this around? Further stalling from Buut. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Buut seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Mibangon for as long as he can get away with. Mibangon is concentrating on defense, preventing Buut from advancing position. Buut looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Mibangon tries to get to full guard but Buut has control of the leg. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Buut thows a huge punch but Mibangon dodges it nicely.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Buut dives in and grabs Mibangon's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mibangon pushes down on Buut's head and hops out. And Mibangon responds with a good body kick, but Buut manages to step out the way in time. Buut stuffs the takedown. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Buut shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mibangon but Mibangon pushes him off and we're back to square one. Mibangon thinks about the counter body kick. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Walay Buut dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##TD2# Mibangon shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Buut napping and manages to drive through into side control! You can see the frustration on Buut'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. Buut tries to improve position but can't. Walay Buut overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1# Buut can't do much from the bottom here. Mibangon controls the position from side control.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#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. Buut fails with a takedown attempt. Mibangon thinks about the counter body kick. Mibangon dives in for a single leg takedown but Buut sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Buut thinks about countering with a body kick. Mibangon goes for a double leg but Buut avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Buut continues to drive forward.#T3# Mibangon blocks the body kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Mibangon misses. Mibangon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Walay Buut has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Minatay Mibangon. Buut tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mibangon swivels and escapes. Mibangon follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. Buut shoots in for a takedown but Mibangon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#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. Buut stuffs the takedown. Buut quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#TD# Buut shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Mibangon manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Mibangon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Minatay Mibangon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Walay Buut is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. 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! Buut engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that's the end of the fight! Minatay Mibangon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Buut 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Walay Buut! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
#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. Sapi shoots in and drives through. Libat sprawls well.#TD# Sapi shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Libat is trying to defend but Sapi finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Libat moves his hips nicely and gets into full 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sapi sitting in guard here, content to control. Libat bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sapi's guard. #REVB##T1# Libat controls the pace of the fight for a moment. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. It looks like Libat 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.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Libat works over Sapi with some ground and pound from guard. Sapi pulls Libat in close to prevent any damage. Sapi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Libat controls the pace.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3# Sapi goes for a double leg but Libat avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Libat continues to drive forward. Sapi has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Libat avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wala Sapi. That's going to take a lot out of him. Sapi prevents Libat from breaking the clinch.#TD# Sapi pulls Libat into guard.
Sapi pulls Libat in close to his closed guard and prevents Libat from doing any damage or advancing 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. Libat is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! 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# Sapi slaps away a takedown attempt from Libat, before circling back to the center of the mat. A little feinted left hand from Sapi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Libat thows a body kick. Sapi tries to catch it but that hurt him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Libat keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Libat steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T1##TD2# Libat is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sapi's half guard. Sapi desperately trying to maintain half guard. Libat with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2# Libat wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sapi keeps working. Libat controlling the pace. Sapi keeping hold of Libat's head, controlling as best he can. #T3# Sapi is trying to control but can't.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Libat connects with a body shot that sends Sapi's belly button to the back. Libat tries to land a front kick but Sapi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Sapi throws a counter high kick but Libat was just alert enough to avoid it.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Libat fails with the takedown#TD# and Sapi decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Libat's guard. Sapi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Sapi is fighting to break Libat's control of his arms but Libat is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Higanti Libat 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! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3# Libat throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Libat displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sapi. Libat has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2# Libat closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Sapi quickly recovers to half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sapi trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
#T1# Libat sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Libat landing shots from mount. Libat unloading with bombs! Sapi wants to control but Libat is having none of it. Higanti Libat has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Sapi is working to get back to half guard.
Sapi tries to hold on but Libat postures up. Libat content just to control the position here. Libat avoids the attempt from Sapi to control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3# Libat controlling from mount. Sapi tries to hold on but Libat postures up. Sapi is in a horrible position here. Libat smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Libat content just to control the position here. Wala Sapi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Higanti Libat 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! Sapi is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight! Higanti Libat comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Libat 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Higanti Libat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
#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 throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kiang's waist but Kiang gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nada off to one side. Nada fails with the takedown.#TD2# Kiang decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kiang is taking a breather. Nada says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T1# Nada is trying is best to control the position here. Kiang keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Horrible takedown attempt by Nada or perhaps it was just good defense by Kiang, which made it look bad. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Way Nada. That's going to take a lot out of him. Kiang avoids the head kick by Nada.
Kiang now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Kiang fails with a takedown attempt. Nada appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T3##TD2# Kiang closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Nada did well to prevent Kiang getting side control. Nada tries to kick Kiang off in order to stand up. Kiang Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. Nada wants to control but Kiang postures up. Nada holds on to Kiang's head and controls the position momentarily. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Nada is trying to control Kiang's posture but Kiang avoids it. Nada manages to get back to half guard.#T4# Nada wants to control but Kiang is keeping busy.
Nada holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. Nada moves his hips nicely and gets into full 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. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Nada 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. 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 round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD# Nada closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kiang quickly recovers to half guard. Kiang trying to control but Nada postures up.
Nada with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#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. Nada darts in looking for a takedown but Kiang gets double underhooks and turns Nada into the cage. Kiang is trying to drag Nada to the mat but Nada just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Nada gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kiang.
#T3##TD2# Kiang jumps into guard, dragging Nada to the mat.
Nada looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Kiang is trying to control the position but Nada postures up. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Kiang keeping moving, preventing Nada from controlling successfully. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Kiang striking off his back but it's not causing Nada any problems. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Nada wants to control from the top but Kiang keeps moving. Kiang pulls Nada in close to prevent any damage. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Way Nada dominated that second round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3# Nada shoots in for a takedown but Kiang shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Kiang lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kiang keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nada shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Kiang counters with a body kick that stops Nada in his tracks momentarily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Way Nada. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Nada shoots in for a takedown but Kiang shows good takedown defense. Kiang raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#TD# 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 wants to control from the top but Kiang keeps moving. Way Nada overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Nada is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kiang is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T2# Kiang tries to strike from the bottom.
Kiang tries to land a sweep but no joy. Kiang preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Kiang is controlling Nada's posture.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3##TD# Nada shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Kiang is looking to control Nada's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kiang avoid being mounted? Nada controlling the action here.#T4# Nada wants to control but Kiang is keeping him busy. Well, if Nada 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Kiang is refusing to be controlled, as Nada sits in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Way Nada showed his dominance in that final round. I think Nada 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 George Francis scores the fight 29:28 Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Way Nada! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2025 |
#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# Kiang darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Kiang is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Kiang seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kiang wants to take a breather but Bitok is having none of it. 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bitok is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment. Kiang takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1# Kiang throwing shots but Bitok is blocking nicely. Kiang working over Bitok with some ground and pound. Bitok looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Kiang avoids the body shot from Bitok.
Kiang counters with a body kick. Kiang shoots for a double leg takedown but Bitok sprawls well. He's pushed Kiang's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD# Bitok looking to score a takedown here. Kiang is defending well but Bitok drives through and ends up in Kiang's guard.#T2# Bitok's corner is telling him to maintain position. Kiang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bitok 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. #T3# Kiang 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 decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Horrible takedown attempt by Kiang or perhaps it was just good defense by Bitok, which made it look bad. Bitok throws a big counter combination but Kiang scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD# Bitok closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kiang did well to prevent Bitok getting side control. 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.
Kiang is positioning himself well to prevent Bitok advancing to mount. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kulata Bitok dominated that round. That's time! Bitok's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Nice takedown defense from Bitok. No joy for Kiang on that attempt. Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.#TD# Bitok throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kiang was covering up waiting for the punch and Bitok finishes the takedown easily into guard. Kiang avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kiang seems keen to control Bitok's posture. Bitok wants to control from the top but Kiang keeps moving. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Kiang trying to control the position here. Kiang utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Bitok content to stall in guard here. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Bitok goes for a double leg but Kiang avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kiang continues to drive forward. Kiang steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#TD2# Kiang pulls guard successfully.
Kiang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Bitok postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T3# Kiang has Bitok pulled in close to control his posture. Bitok not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Kulata Bitok overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#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. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kiang holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Bitok shoots for a takedown but Kiang saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Kiang is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Bitok shoots in for a takedown but Kiang shows good takedown defense. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Bitok darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Kiang controlling the position for now. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kulata Bitok 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##TD2# Kiang fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bitok sprawls well initially but Kiang persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Bitok tries to get to full guard but Kiang has control of the leg. Kiang perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bitok trying to hold on to Kiang's head to control him but Kiang postures up.
#T1# Kiang looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Ground and pound from Kiang. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Kiang throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Kiang dives in for a single leg takedown but Bitok sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Bitok thinks about countering with a body kick.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Kiang misses with a takedown attempt - Bitok sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Bitok is looking to counter with a body kick. Bitok will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Kiang thinks about the counter body kick. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kiang. Bitok tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kiang defends well and Bitok ends up having to push Kiang into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Kiang follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T3# Bitok has Kiang pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kiang manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kulata Bitok. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bitok jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kiang walks away with a smile on his face. Bitok gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Bitok fails with the takedown and Kiang counters with a left and a right that stings Bitok. #TD2# Kiang shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bitok is trying to defend but Kiang finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T4# Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kiang in particular looking to stall. Yawa Kiang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kulata Bitok 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 Kiang 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 comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Bitok 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28 Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kulata Bitok! |
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