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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 95
Date: Sep 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Gibbs throws a poor cross that misses
and Mertel Jr makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Gibbs really felt that one!
An inside leg kick lands from Mertel Jr. #CL#
Gibbs gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Mertel Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mertel Jr prevents Gibbs from breaking the clinch.
Mertel Jr lands a shoulder strike. #CUT2#It looks like John Gibbs has been cut.
Mertel Jr lands a body shot.
Gibbs is breathing heavily.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mertel Jr.
Mertel Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mertel Jr pushes Gibbs against the cage. Mertel Jr is working some dirty boxing. Mertel Jr pushes off with a quick right hook! Gibbs goes down! Gibbs tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Mertel Jr moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Mertel Jr!
A very excited looking Viktor Mertel Jr 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: Aug 11, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Graham clinches with his opponent.
Graham working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Gibbs changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Graham fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Graham closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Graham manages to break the clinch.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gibbs.
Gibbs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Graham manages to avoid it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Graham.#CL#
Graham rushes Gibbs and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graham lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Graham lands a body shot in the clinch.
#TD#
Graham jumps guard.
Graham wants to stand but Gibbs is controlling the position. #T1##SUB#
Graham working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gibbs doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gibbs manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gibbs trying to control but Graham is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Graham working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gibbs.
Graham striking off his back but it's not causing Gibbs any problems. #SUB#
Graham throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Graham keeping moving, preventing Gibbs from controlling successfully. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Graham looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gibbs is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Graham looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Graham is pulling down on Gibbs's head. It's preventing any offense from Gibbs, at least for the moment.
Graham working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gibbs. #T3#
Graham is pulling down on Gibbs's head. It's preventing any offense from Gibbs, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Gibbs is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Graham is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Graham has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gibbs throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
#SUB2#
Gibbs throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Graham controlling from the top position. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gibbs is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Graham is controlling him.
Gibbs controls Graham momentarily but Graham frees himself. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gibbs swings for the body but Graham moves out of range.
David Graham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gibbs looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Graham clinches.
Graham lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Graham slowing the pace effectively.
Graham makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Graham works on Gibbs's body with a couple of short punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
David Graham dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Graham pushes Gibbs up against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Graham.
Gibbs tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD#
Graham jumps into guard, dragging Gibbs to the mat.
#SUB#
Graham throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Graham looking for a guillotine here but Gibbs defends easily.
Graham thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Graham has his feet on Gibbs's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #CL#
Graham instigates a clinch. #TD#
Graham ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Graham no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Graham is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #ES#
Graham kicks Gibbs off and gets to his feet.
Gibbs throws a head kick but Graham moves out of range.
Graham connects with a crisp jab. #CL#
Graham closes the distance and pushes Gibbs back into the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Graham breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Graham takes the fight into the clinch.
Graham is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gibbs can do to turn this around?#T2##TD#
Graham pulls guard.
Graham is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Gibbs is controlling him. #SUB#
Graham working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gibbs doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gibbs manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Graham pulls Gibbs in to control the position. #SU2#
Gibbs gets to his feet - Graham follows without any prompting. #CL#
Graham forces Gibbs back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Graham manages to pull guard.
Graham has a closed guard, preventing Gibbs from standing up. #T3##SUB#
Graham throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Graham tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gibbs in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Graham is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Graham throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Graham manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#BC#
Graham breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Graham darts in and clinches Gibbs up against the cage.
Graham keeps control of Gibbs as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Graham as Gibbs tries to tie him up.
Graham scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gibbs tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Graham smiles and moves away.
Gibbs lands with a slapping head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
David Graham 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##CL#
Graham has managed to clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Graham.
A short body shot lands from Graham as the two fighters clinch.
David Graham has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Gibbs being controlled against the cage.
Gibbs is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Graham is defending well for now.
Stalling in the clinch from Graham.
#TD#
Graham has hold of one of Gibbs's legs. Gibbs is fighting the takedown attempt but Graham gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Gibbs working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Graham.
Gibbs trying to keep a closed guard but Graham is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Graham drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Graham jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gibbs working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Graham. #T1#
Graham engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Gibbs working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Graham.
Graham forces his way into half guard.
Well, if Graham 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.
Gibbs is looking to control Graham's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gibbs avoid being mounted?
Graham is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Graham is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gibbs doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Graham.
David Graham overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Gibbs is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Graham seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3#
Graham not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Graham seems to be working for a kimura but Gibbs defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Graham is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
David Graham is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Graham looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#CL#
Graham clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Graham has hold of one of Gibbs's legs. Gibbs is fighting the takedown attempt but Graham gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Gibbs pushes Graham off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
John Gibbs has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL#
Graham closes the distance and clinches.
Gibbs wants to get back to striking at distance but Graham won't allow it.
Our sources have told us that Graham has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
A short right from Graham.
Gibbs is looking to break free of the clinch but Graham has double underhooks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gibbs is trying to force a seperation but Graham has the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Graham scores with a nice hook to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
David Graham showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Graham, 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David Graham! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1201 Round 2
Date: Aug 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Sampson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kullen checks it well.
Sampson misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Kullen counters with a single leg into guard. Sampson didn't expect that.
Kullen slips nicely into half guard.
Sampson has hold of Kullen's hands but Kullen slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kullen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kullen is trying to control. Sampson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kullen has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Sampson wants to get back to his feet.
Kullen is trying to control the action in half guard but Sampson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kullen is trying to work for a kimura but Sampson is defending well.
Sampson is trying to stand back up but Kullen is controlling him
#T1#
Kullen working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Sampson is defending against the submission attempts here by Kullen.
Kullen wants to control but Sampson is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Kullen is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Kullen is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sampson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kullen. #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.
Sampson is not content to let Kullen control the position.
Sampson is looking for a sweep. Kullen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Sampson is defending against the submission attempts here by Kullen.
Sampson trying to control from the bottom.
#T3##SUB#
Kullen seems to be working for a kimura but Sampson defends the submission attempt.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kullen connects with a nice short shot to Sampson's temple.
Sampson is trying to stand back up but Kullen is controlling him
Sampson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kullen is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Kullen looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Sampson is trying to maintain the position but Kullen is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#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.#CL2#
Sampson has closed the distance and engaged Kullen in a clinch.
#TD2#
Sampson pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Kullen thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sampson working a defensive guard here.
Kullen lands a couple of decent looking shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dean Kullen dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Sampson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kullen fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sampson avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Sampson moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Sampson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kullen shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sampson as he avoids it easily.
Sampson doesn't manage to clinch there - Kullen circles away.
Kullen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dean Kullen. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Kullen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Some wild striking there from Sampson.
Dean Kullen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kullen doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sampson counters with a head kick. That will keep Kullen thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Sampson fails to land with a series of punches.
Octavio Sampson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Sampson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Sampson is looking to take a break and control but Kullen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kullen wants to control but Sampson postures up.#T2#
Kullen tries to improve position but can't.
Sampson lands a few punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Kullen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kullen is looking for a sweep.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sampson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Kullen tries to bench press Sampson off him but Sampson keeps the position.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
Kullen wants to control but Sampson postures up.
Kullen tries to bench press Sampson off him but Sampson keeps the position. #SU2#
Sampson stands up. #TD2#
Sampson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Sampson escapes and gets back to his feet.
Sampson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sampson wants to counter with a clinch but Kullen pushes him away.#TD2#
Kullen gets caught napping as Sampson dives in and scores a takedown. Kullen manages to retain guard.
Dean Kullen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sampson preventing the sweep. #T4#
Sampson is stalling in the full guard.
Sampson preventing the sweep.
Kullen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kullen has a closed guard, preventing Sampson from standing up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sampson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kullen looking to control.
#SUB#
Kullen working for a triangle but Sampson defends it easily.
Kullen 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.
Octavio Sampson 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#
A head kick misses from Sampson. #TD2#
Sampson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kullen looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Kullen wants to control but Sampson postures up.
Sampson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kullen keeps working.
Sampson tries to stand but Kullen is controlling his head.
Kullen tries to bench press Sampson off him but Sampson keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sampson throws a strike aimed at the side of Kullen's head but Kullen avoids it well.
Sampson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kullen keeps working.
Kullen is trying to improve his position.#T1##SUB2#
Sampson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sampson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kullen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kullen is not content to let Sampson control the position.
Kullen can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kullen is trying to get back to half guard.
Kullen manages to work his way to half guard, despite Sampson's best efforts.#SUB2#
Sampson is looking for a kimura but Kullen is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sampson to get the leverage.
Kullen is looking to control Sampson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kullen avoid being mounted?
Kullen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Kullen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sampson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sampson's back!#SUB#
Kullen is looking for the choke from the back position but Sampson is controlling his hands well. #T3##SUB#
Kullen is looking for the choke from the back position but Sampson is controlling his hands well.
Kullen doesn't have the hooks in and Sampson manages to turn into his guard.
Sampson controlling from the top position.
Sampson passes Kullen's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kullen tries to roll over but Sampson keeps him under control.#SUB#
Kullen looking for a kimura from the bottom but Sampson passes into side control!#T4#
Sampson trying to control the action but Kullen is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sampson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kullen is trying to get back to half guard.
Dean Kullen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kullen tries to control but Sampson manages to take his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Octavio Sampson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sampson 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Octavio Sampson!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Octavio Sampson!
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Octavio Sampson!
Octavio Sampson wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1201 Round 1
Date: Aug 09, 2024 |
#R1#
Dorsey jabs Kullen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dorsey lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kullen at a distance.
Dorsey throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Dorsey digs a good body shot into Kullen's ribs.
Dorsey scores with a three punch combo!
Dorsey connects with a body shot.
Kullen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kullen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kullen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dorsey is looking to wear down Kullen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Dorsey stuffs the takedown attempt from Kullen. Kullen gets slowly back to his feet.
Dorsey lands a body shot.
Adrian Dorsey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kullen shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dorsey throws a series of strikes that have Kullen backpedaling.
Dorsey avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dorsey stuns Kullen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kullen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dorsey lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Dorsey moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dorsey scores with a jab to the body.
Nice body punch from Dorsey.
A lazy left from Dorsey finds it's target.#T2#
Dorsey scores with a jab. Kullen acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dorsey throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kullen.
A jab lands there for Dorsey.
Kullen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dorsey sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
It looked like Dorsey was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Adrian Dorsey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dean Kullen.
Kullen throws a right and a left that Dorsey avoids nicely.
Kullen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kullen goes for a double leg but Dorsey avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dorsey continues to drive forward.
Kullen darts in looking for a takedown but Dorsey gets double underhooks and turns Kullen into the cage.
Dorsey fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dorsey punishes Kullen's body with a nice straight punch.
Kullen shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Dorsey to counter with a crisp jab.
Dorsey is breathing heavily.#T3#
Dorsey connects with a jab.
Kullen shoots in and drives through. Dorsey sprawls well.
Dorsey is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Good exchange - Dorsey coming out on top.#TD2#
Kullen shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kullen showed some decent athleticism there.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T4##SUB2#
Kullen has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Dorsey defend it? Kullen steps over the head and cranks it - Dorsey is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Kullen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dean Kullen! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1201 Round 1
Date: Aug 09, 2024 |
#R1#
Kitchy shoots in for a takedown but Go To Cell Block One shows good takedown defense.
Kitchy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Go To Cell Block One but Go To Cell Block One pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Go To Cell Block One lands with an uppercut that bounces Kitchy off the cage and back into range.#CL2#
Kitchy has managed to clinch.
Go To Cell Block One gets underhooks to prevent Kitchy's takedown attempt.
Luke Go To Cell Block One has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gideon Kitchy.
Kitchy can't get the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kitchy pressing his opponent against the cage.
Kitchy has Go To Cell Block One pressed against the cage, preventing Go To Cell Block One from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Go To Cell Block One prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T1#
Kitchy looking for a takedown.
Kitchy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Go To Cell Block One walks away with a smile on his face. Kitchy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kitchy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Go To Cell Block One swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Go To Cell Block One leaves Kitchy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kitchy has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Kitchy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kitchy has had enough of the clinch but Go To Cell Block One keeps him there for the moment.
Kitchy is trying to force a seperation but Go To Cell Block One has the dominant position.#T2#
Kitchy prevents Go To Cell Block One from breaking the clinch.
Go To Cell Block One has Kitchy pressed against the cage, preventing Kitchy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Go To Cell Block One tries to break the clinch but Kitchy is controlling the position. #TD2#
Kitchy pulls Go To Cell Block One into guard.
Go To Cell Block One wants to stand and escape but instead Kitchy has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Go To Cell Block One looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Go To Cell Block One is looking to stand up but Kitchy isn't so interested in that idea.
Kitchy pushing down on Go To Cell Block One's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kitchy performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Go To Cell Block One has hold of Kitchy's hands but Kitchy slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Go To Cell Block One trying to get back to full guard but Kitchy takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Kitchy looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Go To Cell Block One is desperately trying to improve his position but Kitchy has a good base and remains in mount.
Go To Cell Block One wants to hold on but Kitchy pushes him away.
Kitchy tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kitchy putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kitchy avoids the attempt from Go To Cell Block One to control.
Go To Cell Block One knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kitchy on the ground.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gideon Kitchy dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kitchy closes the distance and clinches up with Go To Cell Block One, looking for a takedown. Kitchy pushes Go To Cell Block One against the cage but Go To Cell Block One circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Go To Cell Block One looks to land a body kick but Kitchy moved away.
Kitchy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Go To Cell Block One with a body shot.
Go To Cell Block One lands a nice shot to the body.
Kitchy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kitchy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Go To Cell Block One lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kitchy's sensitive parts.
Go To Cell Block One misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kitchy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kitchy looks for a takedown but Go To Cell Block One sprawls well.
Go To Cell Block One seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Kitchy gets a clinch. #T1#
Kitchy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Go To Cell Block One's efforts to push away.
Go To Cell Block One misses with a punch to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Kitchy's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kitchy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Go To Cell Block One to keep the fight standing.
Luke Go To Cell Block One has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gideon Kitchy.
Kitchy is trying to drag Go To Cell Block One to the mat but Go To Cell Block One just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kitchy misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Go To Cell Block One.
Go To Cell Block One wants to break free but Kitchy has control.
Go To Cell Block One wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kitchy has him pressed against the cage.
Go To Cell Block One tries to break the clinch but Kitchy is controlling the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Go To Cell Block One working hard to break the clinch.
Kitchy is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Kitchy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kitchy is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kitchy has Go To Cell Block One pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Go To Cell Block One manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Go To Cell Block One is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Go To Cell Block One is looking to break free of the clinch but Kitchy has double underhooks.
Kitchy throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kitchy has Go To Cell Block One pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Go To Cell Block One manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Go To Cell Block One tries to stall but Kitchy uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#T3##TD2#
Kitchy pulls guard effortlessly.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kitchy is breathing heavily.
Kitchy keeping moving, preventing Go To Cell Block One from controlling successfully.
Go To Cell Block One throwing strikes from guard but Kitchy blocks nicely.
Go To Cell Block One trying to control the position from guard on top but Kitchy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kitchy 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.
Go To Cell Block One throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Go To Cell Block One trying to control but Kitchy is working from the bottom.
Kitchy looking for a sweep. Not yet Kitchy, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Kitchy has closed the distance and engaged Go To Cell Block One in a clinch.
Kitchy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Go To Cell Block One is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Kitchy is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Go To Cell Block One is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kitchy is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Go To Cell Block One pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Go To Cell Block One tries to circle away but Kitchy has him pinned against the cage.
Kitchy is trying to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Luke Go To Cell Block One dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Go To Cell Block One defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kitchy.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kitchy.
Kitchy shoots in looking for a takedown. Go To Cell Block One tries to sprawl out of it but Kitchy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Go To Cell Block One manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Go To Cell Block One is looking to counter with a body kick.
Luke Go To Cell Block One has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gideon Kitchy.
Kitchy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Go To Cell Block One circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kitchy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kitchy with a poor takedown
and Go To Cell Block One counters with an inside leg kick.
Kitchy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kitchy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kitchy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
A left and a right from Go To Cell Block One both land. Nice combination.
Go To Cell Block One throws a series of punches but Kitchy avoids them all with ease.
Go To Cell Block One throws a body shot but no joy.
Go To Cell Block One lands a head kick!
Go To Cell Block One connects with an inside leg kick.
Kitchy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Go To Cell Block One avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Kitchy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Go To Cell Block One counters with a stiff right hand.
Go To Cell Block One connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL2#
Kitchy rushes Go To Cell Block One and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Go To Cell Block One tries to stall but Kitchy uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Go To Cell Block One wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Go To Cell Block One is trying to break the clinch but Kitchy has him pressed against the cage.
Kitchy tries to pull guard but Go To Cell Block One won't allow it.
Go To Cell Block One trying to land knees to the body.
Go To Cell Block One tries to break the clinch but Kitchy is controlling the position.
Go To Cell Block One has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Go To Cell Block One looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T3#
Kitchy looking for a takedown.
A frustrated look appears on Go To Cell Block One's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kitchy keeps control of Go To Cell Block One as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Go To Cell Block One can't break the clinch.
Kitchy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Go To Cell Block One smiles and moves away.
Kitchy is looking to clinch but Go To Cell Block One is avoiding it.
Kitchy shoots in but Go To Cell Block One avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Go To Cell Block One throws a big counter combination but Kitchy scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kitchy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#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.
Go To Cell Block One buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kitchy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Luke Go To Cell Block One is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Go To Cell Block One buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kitchy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kitchy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Go To Cell Block One defends it nicely.
Gideon Kitchy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Go To Cell Block One explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Luke Go To Cell Block One showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Go To Cell Block One has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight for Luke Go To Cell Block One!
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Luke Go To Cell Block One!
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Luke Go To Cell Block One!
Luke Go To Cell Block One wins by unanimous decision! |
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