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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 28, 2022 |
#R1# Constantinou throws out a loose jab but Mwilinagwe uses good head movement to avoid it. Mwilinagwe throws a counter combo. Mwilinagwe looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight! Constantinou scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Constantinou clobbers Mwilinagwe with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#It looks like Jean Jacque Mwilinagwe has been cut. Mwilinagwe misses with a double jab
and Constantinou counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #KD# Constantinou feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Mwilinagwe sprawling to the canvas! Mwilinagwe rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Constantinou finish him?!
#ROC#Mwilinagwe is rocked! This has been an exciting period of action! Constantinou flashes Mwilinagwe a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Mwilinagwe's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Mwilinagwe crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Constantinou punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Giorgos Constantinou! Giorgos Constantinou really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Combat Wombat Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 28, 2022 |
#R1# Zafir connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Adam's hands. Zafir throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Zafir blocks a low kick nicely.#TD# Adam changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Zafir looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SU# Adam decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD# Adam closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Zafir's guard. Zafir looks winded! Adam sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1# Adam is working Zafir over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Adam stands and throws Zafir's legs to the side, diving into side control. Adam is chipping away with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Adam is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. Adam'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.#T2##SUB# Adam is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Zafir knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Adam remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #SU# Adam stands up and we're back to a striking position. #T3# A head kick misses from Adam. Zafir appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD# Adam shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Adam moves into full mount! Zafir won't be happy about that! The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Adam controlling from the full mount. Adam with the ground and pound from mount. Adam lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Zafir hang on? Adam tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4##SUB# Adam is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Adam extends the arm and Zafir is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jack Adam! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 23, 2022 |
#R1# Mwilinagwe tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Mwilinagwe looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Mwilinagwe enables Simons to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Mwilinagwe manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Simons looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Simons advances to half guard. Simons stalling. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Simons tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mwilinagwe knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T1##SU# Simons decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. Mwilinagwe has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Simons throws a series of punches but Mwilinagwe avoids them all with ease. Mwilinagwe feints the counter takedown.#CL# Simons fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mwilinagwe, pushing him back against the cage.#TD# Simons decides to pull guard. #ES# Simons uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#TD# Simons shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Mwilinagwe's guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Simons wants to pass the guard but Mwilinagwe is keeping the position.#T2# Simons sitting in guard, not really doing much. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mwilinagwe looking for a sweep. Not yet Mwilinagwe, not yet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Simons engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Simons'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.#SU# Simons gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD# Mwilinagwe tries to sprawl but Simons drives through with a takedown into half guard.#T4# Simons keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Mwilinagwe wants to improve his position but Simons is controlling well.
Simons with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU# Simons escapes and gets back to his feet. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Simons dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD# Simons fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Mwilinagwe sprawls well initially but Simons persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SU# Simons decides to stand up. Joe Simons is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD# Simons shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Mwilinagwe manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Simons content to stall in guard here. Simons seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Mwilinagwe for as long as he can get away with. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Simons looking to pass the guard. Mwilinagwe is breathing heavily.#T1# Simons is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SU# Simons stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Simons. Simons tries to advance to mount but Mwilinagwe denies him. Simons slows the pace down. #T2# Simons working the ground and pound. #SU# Simons decides to stand back up. Simons steps back and let's Mwilinagwe get back to his feet.#CL# Simons pushes Mwilinagwe up against the cage in a clinch.#TD# Simons ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Simons no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #ES# Simons pushes Mwilinagwe off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. This has been an exciting period of action!#TD# Simons drives through with a takedown into Mwilinagwe's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T3# Simons controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Simons pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mwilinagwe is keeping the position for now. Joe Simons overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Simons controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Simons has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Simons advances to half guard. #SUB# Simons wants to work for an arm triangle but Mwilinagwe is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Mwilinagwe has hold of Simons's hands but Simons slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Simons passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Mwilinagwe! Mwilinagwe is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB# Simons is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Mwilinagwe has managed to escape the submission attempt.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Simons cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Simons 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. And we move into the final round!#R3##TD# Simons fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Mwilinagwe sprawls well initially but Simons persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Simons in particular looking to stall. Simons is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mwilinagwe can do to turn this around? Simons working over Mwilinagwe with some ground and pound. Mwilinagwe looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Mwilinagwe is trying to stand.
Simons 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Simons is controlling the pace.
We've been informed that Mwilinagwe has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Mwilinagwe takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Ground and pound from Simons. #T1# Simons winds up and cracks Mwilinagwe with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #ROC#Mwilinagwe is rocked!#SU# Simons decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. Mwilinagwe is still on wobbly legs! Can Simons finish him?#TD# Simons lands a huge takedown. Mwilinagwe is out but the ref is slow to react and Simons lands 3 more undefended punches before the fight is stopped. Brutal finish. Mwilinagwe lies on the canvas for a good minute before the doctors bring him round. Good to see he's OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Simons! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 23, 2022 |
#R1##CL# Baker Wright has managed to clinch.
Zafir is trying to break the clinch but Baker Wright is controlling him. Baker Wright is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Zafir is defending well for now. Baker Wright is stalling here.
Zafir tries to break free but Baker Wright pushes him back against the cage. Zafir is trying to break free. Zafir wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A short left from Baker Wright. Zafir tries to break free but Baker Wright pushes him back against the cage. Come on Baker Wright - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#TD# Baker Wright pulls guard. Baker Wright lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# 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. Baker Wright throws a big right hand that misses. Zafir is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Baker Wright dives into side control.
Baker Wright scoring with punches from side control. Zafir looks winded!#T1# Baker Wright just content to control the position. Zafir managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Baker Wright.
Baker Wright 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 Zafir's shoulder. That is not cool. Baker Wright tries to score with some ground and pound. Zafir controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. Baker Wright lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Zafir down.
#SUB# Baker Wright has an Americana. Zafir didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Baker Wright is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Baker Wright hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Tate Baker Wright! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 16, 2022 |
#R1##TD2# Rivera shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Rivera looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight! McCoy makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McCoy. McCoy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rivera's guard. #REVR# McCoy 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. McCoy works over Rivera with some ground and pound from guard. McCoy stands up over Rivera, holding on to his feet. McCoy throws the legs to one side and dives in with a huge shot that lands flush on the chin! Rivera is out cold! McCoy lands a couple more shots and the ref tackles him out of the way! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Cory McCoy! Cory McCoy thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 16, 2022 |
#R1# Mwilinagwe takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mwilinagwe looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this! Gibbs jabbing away but nothing is landing. Mwilinagwe drops down looking for a counter takedown but Gibbs sprawls and moves away. Gibbs lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mwilinagwe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Gibbs throws a lazy head kick #TD# and Mwilinagwe counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Gibbs! Gibbs can't do much from the bottom here. Gibbs is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Mwilinagwe is staying active. Mwilinagwe is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mwilinagwe tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T1# Gibbs is looking for a sweep.#SUB# Mwilinagwe tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SU# Mwilinagwe decides to stand back up. Mwilinagwe steps back and let's Gibbs get back to his feet. Gibbs lands a leg kick that knocks Mwilinagwe off balance momentarily. Gibbs connects with a solid leg kick. Gibbs connects with an inside leg kick. Gibbs connects with an inside leg kick. Gibbs lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2# Gibbs misses with a hook. Gibbs scoring well with a low kick there.
Gibbs thumps Mwilinagwe with a low kick. Gibbs waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mwilinagwe. Mwilinagwe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A nice leg kick from Gibbs, right into the meat of the thigh.
Freddie Gibbs is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Gibbs lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Mwilinagwe takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Gibbs thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mwilinagwe if he has to take too many more of those.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mwilinagwe on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Mwilinagwe steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Gibbs. That one must have hurt. A lazy left from Gibbs finds it's target. Mwilinagwe walks forward, straight into a front kick from Gibbs. A solid leg kick lands there for Gibbs.
#T3# Gibbs misses with a body kick. Mwilinagwe is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Mwilinagwe avoids the body shot from Gibbs.
As Gibbs looks to move away, Mwilinagwe throws a big counter combo but Gibbs just gets out of the way. Gibbs plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Gibbs pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mwilinagwe appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Mwilinagwe blocks the body kick.
Gibbs scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Gibbs throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Mwilinagwe. A nice inside leg kick there by Gibbs. That's going to slow Mwilinagwe down. Gibbs lands a leg kick that knocks Mwilinagwe off balance momentarily. Gibbs with a nice calf kick. Freddie Gibbs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Gibbs throws an overhand right that lands on Mwilinagwe's shoulder, as Mwilinagwe tries to avoid the shot. Mwilinagwe wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Gibbs goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#T4# Gibbs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mwilinagwe manages to avoid it. As Gibbs looks to move away, Mwilinagwe throws a big counter combo but Gibbs just gets out of the way. A nice leg kick lands there from Gibbs. Gibbs swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And Mwilinagwe counters with a quick kick to the body but Gibbs blocks it. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gibbs lands with a shot to the body. Mwilinagwe takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Mwilinagwe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Gibbs throws a good cross that connects.
Gibbs moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Gibbs misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gibbs pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mwilinagwe is looking to counter the offense by Gibbs and move into the clinch. Gibbs misses with a body kick. Gibbs lands a head kick!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Freddie Gibbs 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# Gibbs looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Gibbs connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Gibbs moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. A solid leg kick lands there for Gibbs.
Freddie Gibbs seems to be getting the better of the standup. Mwilinagwe staying out of range there. Gibbs throws a head kick that misses. Mwilinagwe jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Nice body kick from Gibbs. Gibbs fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Mwilinagwe takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gibbs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mwilinagwe moves away. A head kick misses from Gibbs. It looked like Mwilinagwe was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Gibbs throws a nice head kick!
Gibbs scoring well with a low kick there.
#T1# Gibbs just misses with a punch to the body.
Mwilinagwe throws a big counter combination but Gibbs scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. A slapping leg kick lands for Gibbs.
Gibbs tries a head kick but it misses.
Mwilinagwe tries to counter with a takedown but Gibbs is quick to defend against it. Mwilinagwe takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Gibbs keeps Mwilinagwe at a distance using the push kick. Gibbs lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jean Jacque Mwilinagwe is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Gibbs looks to land a body kick but Mwilinagwe moved away. Gibbs fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Nice body kick from Gibbs. Gibbs misses with the combination.
Gibbs throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T2# Mwilinagwe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gibbs can pounce on him.
Mwilinagwe ducks under a wild hook from Gibbs. As Gibbs looks to move away, Mwilinagwe throws a big counter combo but Gibbs just gets out of the way. Mwilinagwe will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. A slapping leg kick lands for Gibbs.
A swing and a miss from Gibbs. Gibbs throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Gibbs is looking to slow Mwilinagwe down with leg kicks. Mwilinagwe stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gibbs. Gibbs dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mwilinagwe. That did some damage! Gibbs misses with a wild body shot. Mwilinagwe half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Gibbs feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mwilinagwes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Mwilinagwe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gibbs throws out the jab. #T3# Gibbs throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Gibbs connects with a high kick. Gibbs looks to land a right hand but Mwilinagwe moved out of range. Gibbs misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gibbs scores with a kick to the body.
Gibbs scoring well with a low kick there.
Gibbs connects with a solid leg kick. An inside leg kick lands from Gibbs. Gibbs throws a push kick but Mwilinagwe slaps the foot to one side. Mwilinagwe on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. A good leg kick by Gibbs. Mwilinagwe ducks under a wild hook from Gibbs.#T4# Gibbs thuds his shin into the meat of Mwilinagwe's side. Gibbs buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gibbs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A low kick lands for Gibbs.
Gibbs throws a nice inside leg kick. Gibbs lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Gibbs fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mwilinagwe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Gibbs buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gibbs tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Gibbs connects with a leg kick. Gibbs with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mwilinagwe takes one on the button. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Freddie Gibbs 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 get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3# Gibbs misses with a hook. A low kick lands for Gibbs.
Gibbs tries to score with a low kick but Mwilinagwe moves his leg out of the way. Mwilinagwe appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Gibbs connects with an inside leg kick. Mwilinagwe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Gibbs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mwilinagwe moves away. A nice inside leg kick there by Gibbs. That's going to slow Mwilinagwe down. Gibbs keeps Mwilinagwe at a distance using the push kick. Mwilinagwe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gibbs can pounce on him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gibbs throws a body shot but no joy. Gibbs lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Gibbs lands a leg kick that knocks Mwilinagwe off balance momentarily. A chopping leg kick lands by Gibbs. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Gibbs misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mwilinagwe changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Gibbs connects with a solid leg kick. A chopping leg kick lands by Gibbs. Gibbs with the inside leg kick. Gibbs throws an overhand right that lands on Mwilinagwe's shoulder, as Mwilinagwe tries to avoid the shot. Mwilinagwe takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Mwilinagwe on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Gibbs lands with a thumping leg kick.
Gibbs scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Gibbs looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gibbs swinging wildly here.
Mwilinagwe throws a big counter combination but Gibbs scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2# Gibbs bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Gibbs thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mwilinagwe if he has to take too many more of those.
Gibbs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Mwilinagwe appears to be looking for a big counter. Gibbs with the inside leg kick. This has been an exciting period of action! Gibbs pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Gibbs lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Mwilinagwe takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Gibbs lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Gibbs fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Gibbs thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mwilinagwe if he has to take too many more of those.
#T3# Gibbs throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Mwilinagwe blocks the body kick.
Gibbs throws a head kick that misses. Gibbs lands a head kick. Mwilinagwe smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Gibbs lands a head kick. Mwilinagwe smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Freddie Gibbs is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Gibbs lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Gibbs throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. That kick from Gibbs tenderised Mwilinagwe's leg. Mwilinagwe is trying to keep his angry face on. Mwilinagwe on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Gibbs chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Gibbs connects with a solid leg kick. #T4# Mwilinagwe takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gibbs lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. A low kick lands for Gibbs.
Gibbs scores with a hook to the body. Mwilinagwe takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. This has been an exciting period of action! Gibbs fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mwilinagwe. Gibbs moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Mwilinagwe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gibbs.
Mwilinagwe takes a kick to the side of the head. Gibbs throws a leg kick which misses Mwilinagwe's front leg but catches the back leg as Mwilinagwe tries to avoid it. Gibbs with a nice calf kick. Gibbs misses with a body shot.
Jean Jacque Mwilinagwe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Gibbs scores with a spinning back kick!
And that's the end of the fight! Freddie Gibbs comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Gibbs 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 25:30 Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 25:30 Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Freddie Gibbs! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 16, 2022 |
#R1##CL# De Rossi moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD# De Rossi gets control of Zafir's arms and successfully pulls guard. De Rossi will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Zafir wanted to stand there but De Rossi had control of the position. #SUB# Zafir is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but De Rossi has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Zafir is looking to defend but De Rossi has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Zafir! De Rossi pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Zafir taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Giovanni De Rossi! Giovanni De Rossi bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 07, 2022 |
#R1# Badd throws a wild body kick that Mwilinagwe sees coming a mile off. Mwilinagwe looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight! Mwilinagwe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Badd shoots in for a takedown but Mwilinagwe shows good takedown defense. Mwilinagwe throws a sloppy head kick #CL# and Badd counters by clinching up. Badd comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Mwilinagwe has had enough of the clinch but Badd keeps him there for the moment.#BC# Badd breaks from the clinch.
Badd fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Badd defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mwilinagwe. Badd went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mwilinagwe moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CL# Badd rushes Mwilinagwe and presses him up against the cage.#TD# Badd drags the fight down to the ground.
Mwilinagwe stopping the sweep attempt from Badd.#T1# Badd pulls Mwilinagwe in to control the position. #SUB# Badd looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Badd not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Mwilinagwe working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though. Badd controlling Mwilinagwe's posture. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL# Badd drives through and clinches with Mwilinagwe against the cage.
#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Badd's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Badd stalling the fight.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Badd takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Badd seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.#TD# Badd pulls Mwilinagwe into guard.
Badd thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. Badd can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mwilinagwe controls the pace. Badd trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. Badd 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.#T3# Badd throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Badd managing to control the position. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Badd looking for a sweep. Not yet Badd, not yet. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Badd goes for a double leg but Mwilinagwe avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mwilinagwe continues to drive forward. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thadd Badd. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Badd jumps guard.
#SU2# Mwilinagwe stands up from guard. Let's bang! Badd tries to close the distance and clinch but Mwilinagwe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Badd fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mwilinagwe avoids it really well and circles away.#T4# Mwilinagwe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Badd looks for a takedown but Mwilinagwe sprawls well. Badd tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mwilinagwe swats him away and circles back towards the center. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Badd doesn't manage to clinch there - Mwilinagwe circles away.
Badd fails in his attempt to clinch. Badd fails to land the takedown. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Thadd Badd 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##TD2# Mwilinagwe shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Badd napping and manages to drive through into side control! Badd gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Badd wants to control but Mwilinagwe is keeping busy.
#ES# Badd pushes Mwilinagwe off and gets back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL# Badd closes the distance and clinches. Mwilinagwe misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Badd.
#BC# Badd manages to break the clinch.
Mwilinagwe is breathing heavily. Mwilinagwe takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1# Nice sprawl there from Mwilinagwe as Badd shoots in. Despite the aggression on Mwilinagwe's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#CL# Badd clinches up with Mwilinagwe and pushes him back against the cage.#BC# Badd's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Badd fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Badd shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mwilinagwe but Mwilinagwe pushes him off and we're back to square one. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thadd Badd. That's going to take a lot out of him. Badd throws a front kick that sends Mwilinagwe stumbling back into the cage. No luck with that takedown attempt from Badd. #T2##CL# Badd drives through and clinches with Mwilinagwe against the cage.
Badd keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mwilinagwe's efforts to push away. Mwilinagwe is defending well against a takedown attempt. Badd slows down the pace here.
Come on Badd - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Badd for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure. Mwilinagwe can't break the clinch.
#T3# The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Badd tries to pull guard but Mwilinagwe won't allow it.
Mwilinagwe is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Badd to keep the fight standing.#TD# Badd drags the fight down to the ground.
Badd working a defensive guard here.
Mwilinagwe stopping the sweep attempt from Badd. Badd wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Mwilinagwe postures up.
#T4# Badd wants to sweep here but Mwilinagwe controlling him for the moment. Badd is working hard here to advance position. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Mwilinagwe wants to stand but Badd has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. A nice combination there by Badd.
Badd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mwilinagwe can do to turn this around? The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Badd misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Mwilinagwe throws a counter combo. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thadd Badd dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# Mwilinagwe blocks a head kick by Badd.
Badd goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Badd looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mwilinagwe is fending him off so far but Badd persists. Nope, Mwilinagwe circles away and we're back to standing. Mwilinagwe wants to counter the offense by Badd and move into the clinch position. Badd shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mwilinagwe as he jumps to the side. Mwilinagwe tries to counter by closing the distance. Thadd Badd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mwilinagwe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Mwilinagwe gets caught flat footed, as Badd shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Badd 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. Badd will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Mwilinagwe is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Badd is controlling him. #T1# Mwilinagwe is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first. Mwilinagwe avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Badd scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#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.#SUB# Badd thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Badd shoots in for a takedown but Mwilinagwe shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thadd Badd. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL# Badd forces Mwilinagwe back against the cage and clinches. Mwilinagwe is trying to break the clinch but Badd has him pressed against the cage. Badd leaning his opponent against the cage.#TD# Badd manages to pull guard.
#ES# Badd scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Badd tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Mwilinagwe defends well and Badd ends up having to push Mwilinagwe into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Badd wants a takedown but no success here.
#T3# Mwilinagwe stops a takedown attempt from Badd.
Badd wants a takedown.
#BC2# Mwilinagwe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Badd looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Mwilinagwe throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Badd counters with a lovely straight right hand! Mwilinagwe tries to score with a low kick but Badd moves his leg out of the way. Mwilinagwe stuffs the takedown. Mwilinagwe is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Badd darts in looking for a takedown but Mwilinagwe gets double underhooks and turns Badd into the cage. #TD2# Mwilinagwe jumps into guard, dragging Badd to the mat.
#T4# Mwilinagwe keeping moving, preventing Badd from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2# Mwilinagwe is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Badd presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. Mwilinagwe is trying to pull guard but Badd turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC# Badd manages to break the clinch.
Badd tries for a takedown but Mwilinagwe sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL# Badd closes the distance and pushes Mwilinagwe back into the cage. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mwilinagwe tries to break the clinch but Badd is controlling the position. #BC# Badd breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Mwilinagwe defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Badd.
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 Thadd Badd. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Badd, 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 Josh West scores the fight 30:27 Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27 Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thadd Badd! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 07, 2022 |
#R1# Garces misses with a head kick.
Zafir misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#TD# Garces gets the takedown into side control. #SUB# Garces has hold of Zafir's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Zafir tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Garces cranks the arm and Zafir screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Zafir, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Miguel Garces! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
#R1##CL2# Howard pushes Mwilinagwe up against the cage in a clinch. Howard wants to break the clinch but can't.
Howard misses with a body punch.
Mwilinagwe tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Howard smiles and moves away.
Mwilinagwe blocks a head kick by Howard.
Howard fails with an attempt to clinch.
Howard will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mwilinagwe appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Mwilinagwe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Howard throws a head kick that misses. Mwilinagwe throws a series of strikes that have Howard backpedaling.
Howard shoots and misses enabling Mwilinagwe to counter with a crisp jab. Howard shoots in looking for a takedown but Mwilinagwe manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Howard's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Howard shoots in looking for a takedown but Mwilinagwe manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Howard's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Jean Jacque Mwilinagwe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jayson Howard.#T1# Howard fails to land the takedown. Howard swings for the body but Mwilinagwe moves out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Mwilinagwe - that will leave a mark!
Howard wants to clinch up but Mwilinagwe keeps it at a distance. Mwilinagwe avoids the head kick by Howard.
Mwilinagwe blocks a head kick by Howard.
Mwilinagwe tries to counter with a takedown but Howard is quick to defend against it. Mwilinagwe goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Howard throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mwilinagwe's waist but Mwilinagwe gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Howard off to one side. Mwilinagwe shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Howard as he jumps to the side. Howard misses with a double jab.
#TD# Mwilinagwe fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Howard sprawls well initially but Mwilinagwe persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Howard looks winded!#T2# Howard is looking for a sweep. Mwilinagwe is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Howard won't allow Mwilinagwe to pass to mount. Mwilinagwe knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Howard on the ground. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Mwilinagwe controlling the pace. Mwilinagwe is keen to just control but Howard is a slippery customer. It looks like Mwilinagwe is going to stand back up.
Howard tries to get to full guard but Mwilinagwe has control of the leg. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Mwilinagwe trying to pass the guard but Howard defending well. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3# Mwilinagwe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Howard throws a head kick that misses. Mwilinagwe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Howard misses with a few strikes there.
Howard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Howard shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mwilinagwe pinned against the cage. Mwilinagwe gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Mwilinagwe seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Howard throws a head kick but Mwilinagwe moves out of range.
Howard chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mwilinagwe can pounce on him.
Howard misses with a body shot.
Mwilinagwe half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4# Mwilinagwe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Howard misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Howard fails in his attempt to clinch. Howard throws a head kick that misses. Mwilinagwe tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Howard manages to circle out of the way. Howard tries to clinch but Mwilinagwe moves out of range. Howard dives in and grabs Mwilinagwe's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mwilinagwe pushes down on Howard's head and hops out. Howard tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Mwilinagwe defends well and Howard ends up having to push Mwilinagwe into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Mwilinagwe looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit. Mwilinagwe jabs at Howard's body. Mwilinagwe throws a nice looking combination but Howard bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Howard blocks a head kick by Mwilinagwe.
Howard defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mwilinagwe. This has been an exciting period of action! Howard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jean Jacque Mwilinagwe dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Mwilinagwe avoids the head kick by Howard.
Mwilinagwe appears to be looking for a big counter. Nice takedown defense from Mwilinagwe. No joy for Howard on that attempt. Mwilinagwe wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Howard fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mwilinagwe on the side of the head. Jean Jacque Mwilinagwe is winning the standup battle so far. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mwilinagwe is defended easily by Howard. Howard looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Howard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It appears Mwilinagwe was looking to counter with a kick there. Jean Jacque Mwilinagwe is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Howard tries to clinch but Mwilinagwe moves out of range. A combination from Howard does no damage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Howard misses with a wild combination.
Howard throws a head kick that misses. Howard is breathing heavily. Mwilinagwe misses with a double jab.
Howard is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#T1##CL2# Howard moves into the clinch successfully.
A frustrated look appears on Howard's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC# Mwilinagwe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Howard shoots in looking for a takedown but Mwilinagwe manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Howard's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Mwilinagwe throws a half hearted mid kick. Mwilinagwe blocks a head kick by Howard.
Mwilinagwe is looking to counter the offense by Howard and move into the clinch. Howard throws a head kick that misses. Howard throws a series of punches but Mwilinagwe moves out of range. Howard fails with the takedown and Mwilinagwe counters with a flying knee. Nice. Jean Jacque Mwilinagwe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jayson Howard. Howard takes a kick to the side of the head.#T2# That kick from Mwilinagwe tenderised Howard's leg. Howard is trying to keep his angry face on. Mwilinagwe throws a nice head kick!
Howard misses with a head kick.
Mwilinagwe changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Howard misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mwilinagwe dives in and grabs Howard's left leg, looking for a takedown. Howard pushes down on Mwilinagwe's head and hops out. This has been an exciting period of action! Howard tries to bum rush Mwilinagwe with a series of wild strikes but Mwilinagwe uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Mwilinagwe fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Mwilinagwe bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#TD# Mwilinagwe closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Howard did well to prevent Mwilinagwe getting side control.#SU# Mwilinagwe decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. Mwilinagwe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Howard rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mwilinagwe moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T3# Mwilinagwe fails with the takedown. Howard doesn't manage to clinch there - Mwilinagwe circles away.
Jayson Howard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Howard rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mwilinagwe moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Howard keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Howard throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Mwilinagwe looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Howard is fending him off so far but Mwilinagwe persists. Nope, Howard circles away and we're back to standing. Mwilinagwe avoids a kick to the body.
Mwilinagwe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Howard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Howard defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mwilinagwe.#T4# Mwilinagwe stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mwilinagwe wants it to stay on the feet. Mwilinagwe throws a big counter combination but Howard scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Mwilinagwe blocks a head kick by Howard.
Mwilinagwe avoids the head kick by Howard.
Mwilinagwe tries to counter by clinching up but Howard breaks away and moves out of range. Mwilinagwe blocks a head kick by Howard.
Mwilinagwe changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Mwilinagwe misses with a body shot.
Howard throws a head kick that misses. Mwilinagwe looks to land a combination. Howard sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Mwilinagwe blocks a head kick by Howard.
A nice combination there by Mwilinagwe.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Howard throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mwilinagwe. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jayson Howard will probably get the nod - 10:9. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Mwilinagwe throws a series of punches but Howard avoids them all with ease. Howard throws a head kick but Mwilinagwe moves out of range.
Mwilinagwe drops down looking for a counter takedown but Howard sprawls and moves away. Mwilinagwe tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Howard defends well and Mwilinagwe ends up having to push Howard into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Mwilinagwe tries to pull guard but Howard won't allow it.
#BC2# Howard's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Mwilinagwe gets tackled into the cage by Howard. Howard maintains the clinch. Howard is trying to break the clinch but Mwilinagwe has him pressed against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Howard tries to break free but Mwilinagwe pushes him back against the cage. Mwilinagwe prevents Howard from breaking the clinch. Mwilinagwe fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jean Jacque Mwilinagwe. That's going to take a lot out of him. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Mwilinagwe lands with a short head shot on the inside. Mwilinagwe avoiding damage as Howard throws knees to the body.
#BC# Mwilinagwe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Howard tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mwilinagwe paws at him with a jab and circles away. Mwilinagwe misses with a wild body shot. Mwilinagwe scores with a head kick.
#TD# Mwilinagwe drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Howard has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Mwilinagwe is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. Mwilinagwe tries to break free but Howard pushes him back against the cage.#T2# Howard wants to break free but Mwilinagwe has control.
A frustrated look appears on Howard's face as he tries to break the clinch. Mwilinagwe jumps guard but Howard turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Mwilinagwe jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Howard walks away with a smile on his face. Mwilinagwe gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. A punch combination from Howard misses. Howard stuffs the takedown.#CL2# Howard clinches up with Mwilinagwe and pushes him back against the cage. Mwilinagwe keeps control of Howard as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Howard working some nice short punches in the clinch. Howard has had enough of the clinch but Mwilinagwe keeps him there for the moment.#T3# Howard prevents Mwilinagwe from breaking the clinch. Howard wants to break free but Mwilinagwe has control.
Howard is trying to break the clinch but Mwilinagwe has him pressed against the cage. #BC# Mwilinagwe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Howard throws a body kick that misses. Mwilinagwe tries to counter with a takedown but Howard is quick to defend against it. Mwilinagwe shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Howard defends it nicely. Mwilinagwe avoids the head kick by Howard.
Mwilinagwe appears to be looking for a big counter.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Howard throws a nice looking combination but Mwilinagwe bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Howard lands a two punch combo.
Howard fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mwilinagwe avoids it really well and circles away. Howard misses with a head kick.
Howard throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mwilinagwe's waist but Mwilinagwe gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Howard off to one side. Mwilinagwe scores with a head kick.
Mwilinagwe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Howard goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Mwilinagwe appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Howard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Mwilinagwe half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
And that's the end of the fight! Jayson Howard comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Howard 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29 Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29 Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jayson Howard! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
#R1##TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Jacobowitz. #SUB2# Jacobowitz is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Zafir is trying to escape and Jacobowitz transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Zafir is forced to tap! Nice work there by Jacobowitz! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ioan Jacobowitz! Ioan Jacobowitz seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Grunge 42: 420 Special
Date: Apr 20, 2021 |
#R1# Knox wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Knox bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD# Knox shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Knox looks to land a strike but Tyraanicao avoids it nicely and regains full guard. Tyraanicao utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Knox loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Knox throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyraanicao avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Knox's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Knox throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Knox lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1# Tyraanicao is trying to control the position but Knox postures up. Tyraanicao looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Knox accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Knox connects with a couple of short punches. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tyraanicao controlling the position. Knox trying to control but Tyraanicao is working from the bottom. Tyraanicao not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Knox throwing strikes but missing. Knox is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Knox landing with the ground and pound. Tyraanicao working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Knox. Knox postures up.
Knox landing some decent shots from guard. Knox stands up over Tyraanicao, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Knox accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Knox prevents Tyraanicao from getting back to his feet. #T3# Knox content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Knox missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Tyraanicao looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Knox trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Tyraanicao wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Knox trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Knox throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tyraanicao works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Tyraanicao controlling Knox's posture. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#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. Knox is working Tyraanicao over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Knox keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tyraanicao's head. Knox advances position into side control! Knox in side control lands a decent elbow. Tyraanicao is looking to regain half guard here but Knox keeps moving and retains side control. Knox working the strikes but Tyraanicao uses the opportunity to regain half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyraanicao is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Beta Knox 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# Knox uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tyraanicao has time to react. Tyraanicao bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Knox connects with a jab. Tyraanicao dips to his left and cracks Knox with an uppercut!#CUT2#It looks like Beta Knox has been cut. Knox dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Nice shot by Knox. Tyraanicao moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Knox misses with a looping left. Despite the aggression on Tyraanicao's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Tyraanicao takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Knox scores with a jab to the jaw. Knox lands with a right hand. Beta Knox is winning the standup battle so far.#T1# Knox lands the left hand.#ROC#Tyraanicao is rocked! Knox misses with a right hand and Tyraanicao counters with a leg kick. Knox misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've been informed that Tyraanicao has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Knox scores with a shot to the body.
#KD2# Tyraanicao lands a left and a right that send Knox crashing to the mat, dazed. Tyraanicao thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Knox is rocked! Beta Knox seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD# Knox shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Knox was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Tyraanicao throws Knox to one side and escapes! Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyraanicao was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox. Tyraanicao thinks about the counter body kick. Knox paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Knox throws a hook to the side of Tyraanicao's head but Tyraanicao sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyraanicao appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Knox is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tyraanicao can do to turn this around? Knox throws a looping overhand right but Tyraanicao ducks down to avoid it. Tyraanicao looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2# Knox moves out of range of the strikes. Knox connects with a single shot there. Tyraanicao steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Knox. Tyraanicao keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Knox. Tyraanicao ducks under a wild hook from Knox. It seemed like Tyraanicao was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Knox throws a hook but Tyraanicao avoids it easily. Tyraanicao let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Knox uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyraanicao. Knox blocks a head kick by Tyraanicao.
A quick step to the side and Knox tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Tyraanicao takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Knox scores with a jab to the head.
Tyraanicao throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Knox swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3# Knox avoids the head kick by Tyraanicao.
A slow jab from Knox misses its intended target. Knox throws out a loose jab but Tyraanicao uses good head movement to avoid it. Bostar Tyraanicao is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyraanicao uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Knox. Knox swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyraanicao swings away with a leg kick that misses. Tyraanicao looks to throw a body kick and Knox counters with a right hand to the body. Knox stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Tyraanicao looks to score with a jab to the body but Knox is just out of range. Knox cracks a nice hook into Tyraanicao's ribs. A lazy left from Knox finds it's target.#T4# Knox works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Tyraanicao tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Tyraanicao defending well as Knox loads up on a big left hand. Knox throws an overhand right that lands on Tyraanicao's shoulder, as Tyraanicao tries to avoid the shot. Tyraanicao tries a quick counter leg kick but Knox is wise to it. Knox misses with a straight left. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Knox cracks Tyraanicao with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Knox shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tyraanicao defends it nicely. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Knox comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Beta Knox dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Beta Knox's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD# Knox fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tyraanicao to the ground. Knox is now in Tyraanicao's guard. Knox trying to control the position from guard on top but Tyraanicao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Knox in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Knox scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Tyraanicao avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knox loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Tyraanicao utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Knox throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Knox accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Knox cracks Tyraanicao with a solid left hand. Tyraanicao looking to control but Knox passes into half guard.
Tyraanicao tries to get to full guard but Knox has control of the leg. Beta Knox overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Knox is keen to just control but Tyraanicao is a slippery customer. Knox working the head and body with strikes. Knox throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Tyraanicao taking some punishment here, with Knox in his half guard. Tyraanicao is still in real trouble! Can Knox finish him? Tyraanicao wants to control but Knox is keeping busy and won't allow it. Bostar Tyraanicao has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Knox thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tyraanicao's head. Tyraanicao seems to have recovered his senses. Knox is nestled in close to Tyraanicao, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Knox scoring with strikes to the body and head. Knox thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Knox thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tyraanicao's head. Tyraanicao is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Knox scores with a couple of nice shots. Knox lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Tyraanicao! More strikes land and this one is all over! Knox jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Beta Knox! After the big win, Beta Knox made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Money Inc. (160Q with Proof ) 165$ and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. Bostar Tyraanicao spoke after the fight, saying 'Shit, I need to fuck a goat.'. |
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Event:
BLAZE 21 -ROCKSTEADY VS VOLKOV
Date: Apr 01, 2021 |
#R1# Hill throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ramirez Pena's waist but Ramirez Pena gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hill off to one side. Hill tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ramirez Pena manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Hill takes a kick to the side of the head. Hill shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ramirez Pena defends it nicely. Hill fails to land the takedown. Jorge Hernan Ramirez Pena has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Hill. Ramirez Pena misses with a head kick.
Hill tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2# Hill gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Our sources have told us that Ramirez Pena has been working on his elbows in the gym. Ramirez Pena wants to take the fight to the mat but Hill manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Ramirez Pena looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Hill wants a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Ramirez Pena has Hill pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Ramirez Pena pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Hill tumbling to the mat - Ramirez Pena dives into Hill's guard. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hill can do anything to dispel that myth. Hill wants to control but Ramirez Pena passes easily into half guard.
#T1# Ramirez Pena is trying to control. Hill wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB# Ramirez Pena has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Hill defend it? Ramirez Pena steps over the head and cranks it - Hill is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Ramirez Pena!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jorge Hernan Ramirez Pena! Jorge Hernan Ramirez Pena decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 24, 2021 |
#R1##CL2# Lomare instigates a clinch. Lomare prevents a body shot from Edwards. #BC2# Lomare manages to break the clinch.
Edwards leaves Lomare with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Edwards throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2# Lomare moves into range and clinches up with Edwards. Lomare misses with a body punch.
#BC# Edwards breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Lomare lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Edwards circles away quickly and effectively. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Lomare has closed the distance and engaged Edwards in a clinch.
#BC2# Lomare breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Edwards is looking to take this fight into the clinch. As Edwards backs off Lomare throws a huge counter combo but Edwards manages to avoid it all.#T1##CL2# Lomare clinches. #BC2# Lomare's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Edwards wants to clinch. Lomare lands with a nice combination. Edwards backs away looking to recover.#ROC2#Edwards is rocked! Lomare's coach down at Deep waters was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Lomare's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL2# Lomare pushes Edwards up against the cage in a clinch.#BC# Edwards breaks from the clinch.
Edwards moves in looking to clinch but Lomare pushes him off. Edwards misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lomare now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Flour Edwards seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2# Lomare avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lomare steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Edwards.#CL# Edwards gets a clinch. #BC# Edwards manages to break the clinch.
Edwards throws a one two combo.
This has been an exciting period of action! Edwards fails to land with a series of punches.
#CL# Edwards takes the fight into the clinch. #BC# Edwards's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Edwards avoids the head kick by Lomare.
Edwards misses with a wild combination.
#T3##CL2# Lomare has closed the distance and engaged Edwards in a clinch.
#BC# Edwards breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Edwards tries to clinch but Lomare moves away letting Lomare counter with a right hand. Edwards tries to clinch but Lomare moves out of range. #CL2# Lomare clinches. #BC2# Lomare breaks the clinch.
Edwards keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Edwards drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lomare sprawls and moves away.#CL# Edwards has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC# Edwards pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Lomare clinches up with Edwards and pushes him back against the cage.#T4##BC# Edwards breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lomare wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL2# Lomare gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2# Lomare manages to break the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Lomare showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Edwards.
Lomare fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Edwards.#CL# Edwards fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lomare, pushing him back against the cage. Lomare blocks the elbow strike.
A short right from Lomare on the inside. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kendrick Lomare dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Edwards checks a low kick from Lomare. Edwards's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Edwards duly obliges. Edwards pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Edwards shoots in and drives through. Lomare sprawls well. Lomare wants to counter the offense by Edwards and move into the clinch position. Edwards tries to clinch up. Lomare is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Edwards with a body shot. Edwards really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Edwards moves in looking to clinch but Lomare pushes him off. Flour Edwards is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Lomare rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Edwards moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Flour Edwards is winning the standup battle so far. Edwards tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Edwards looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lomare shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Edwards as he jumps to the side. Edwards appears to be looking for a big counter. Edwards throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1# Lomare circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lomare lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Edwards misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lomare works Edwards's body with a nice hook. Lomare misses with a double jab.
Edwards misses with a combination
#CL2# and Lomare counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Edwards jumps guard but Lomare stands there with Edwards around his waist. Edwards gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#BC2# Lomare breaks the clinch.
#CL# Edwards darts in and clinches Lomare up against the cage. Lomare tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T2##BC2# Lomare pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Edwards misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lomare will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Flour Edwards has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kendrick Lomare. Edwards fails to land with a series of punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Edwards dodges the punch combination from Lomare.
Edwards wants to clinch up but Lomare keeps it at a distance. Edwards tries to close the distance and clinch but Lomare swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Edwards tries to clinch up. Edwards misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Edwards misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T3# Lomare shoots in for a takedown but Edwards shows good takedown defense. Edwards tries to clinch but Lomare is having none of it. Edwards shoots in for a takedown but Lomare shows good takedown defense. Edwards dodges the punch combination from Lomare.
Sloppy strikes from Lomare. Those never looked like landing. Edwards slaps away a takedown attempt from Lomare, before circling back to the center of the mat. Edwards throwing a counter right hand but Lomare manages to avoid it. Edwards throws a head kick but Lomare moves out of range.
#CL2# Lomare moves into the clinch.#T4##BC# Edwards breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL# Edwards has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lomare lands an elbow inside. #BC# Edwards pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Lomare drives through and clinches with Edwards against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2# Lomare breaks the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Edwards looks like he's thinking about clinching though. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kendrick Lomare 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# Lomare shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Edwards as he avoids it easily. Edwards seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Edwards is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Edwards throws a right and a left that Lomare avoids nicely. Edwards looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Lomare looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. As Lomare looks to move away, Edwards throws a big counter combo but Lomare just gets out of the way. Edwards tries to clinch there but Lomare circles away.
A nice side step and Lomare releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Lomare tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Edwards seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Edwards throws a head kick that misses. Lomare unleashes a big counter combination but Edwards bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Lomare shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Edwards sprawls well. Edwards wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lomare gets slowly back to his feet.#T1# Lomare avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lomare shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Edwards as he avoids it easily. Flour Edwards has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kendrick Lomare. Lomare lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lomare. Edwards throws a combination that misses and Lomare counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Nice takedown defense from Edwards. No joy for Lomare on that attempt. Edwards is looking to clinch but Lomare is avoiding it.
Edwards is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2##TD2# Lomare pulls guard. Edwards postures up.
#SU# Edwards gets to his feet. Lomare looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! Edwards lands a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Lomare shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Edwards as he jumps to the side. Lomare takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Edwards moves in looking to clinch but Lomare pushes him off. Lomare doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL# Edwards forces Lomare back against the cage and clinches.#T3##BC2# Lomare escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL# Edwards has managed to clinch.
Kendrick Lomare seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC# Edwards breaks from the clinch.
Edwards tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lomare paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2# Lomare has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lomare taking a breather. Edwards tries to pull guard but Lomare holds him up against the cage and eventually Edwards drops back down to his feet.
Edwards fails to pull guard.
Edwards lands a body punch. #T4##BC# Edwards breaks the clinch.
Edwards shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2# Lomare has taken the fight to the clinch.
Edwards throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lomare blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2# Lomare's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Lomare tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Edwards swivels and escapes. Edwards throws a big counter combination but Lomare scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Edwards misses with a wild combination.
It seemed like Lomare was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Edwards tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lomare swats him away and circles back towards the center. Flour Edwards has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kendrick Lomare is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Edwards throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Edwards sets himself, and Lomare steps forward looking for the clinch! Edwards avoids it this time.
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 Flour Edwards. I think Lomare 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29 Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29 Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kendrick Lomare! Kendrick Lomare thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 18, 2021 |
#R1# Hurts tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Turner defends well and Hurts ends up having to push Turner into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Turner went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Hurts closes the distance and clinches up with Turner, looking for a takedown. Hurts pushes Turner against the cage but Turner circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Turner throws a big counter combination but Hurts scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL# Hurts tries to keep at a distance but Turner has taken the fight into the clinch. Hurts tries to score a body lock takedown but Turner shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Sterling Turner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Landon Hurts.#TD# Turner tightens his grip and picks Hurts up, before dumping him to the ground. Hurts manages to land in guard. Hurts has control of Turner's left arm, preventing Turner from doing any damage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Turner throwing strikes from guard but Hurts blocks nicely. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Turner accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1# Hurts trying to keep a closed guard but Turner is proving a slippery customer.
Turner loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Hurts avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Turner 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. Turner is looking to work some ground and pound but Hurts has wrist control. Hurts is trying to keep Turner in close.
Turner distracts Hurts with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Hurts is trying to control the position but Turner postures up. Hurts avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Hurts seems keen to control Turner's posture.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Hurts trying to control the position.
Turner might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Hurts is looking to stand back up but Turner counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Hurts. #SUB# Turner is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Turner missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Turner throwing shots but Hurts is blocking nicely. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Turner not landing any meaningful shots this time. Turner missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3# Turner looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Hurts doesn't manage to clinch there - Turner circles away.
It looked like Turner was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hurts. Turner looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Hurts shoots in for a takedown but Turner shows good takedown defense. Hurts fails with an attempt to clinch.
Turner displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hurts. Turner is looking for a counter combo. Turner lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#T4# Turner stuffs the takedown attempt from Hurts. Hurts gets slowly back to his feet. Turner misses with a wild combination.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD# Hurts gets caught napping as Turner dives in and scores a takedown. Hurts manages to retain guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sterling Turner dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Turner throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hurts changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2# Hurts closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hurts lands in his opponent's guard. Sterling Turner overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Turner wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Hurts manages to pass to side control. Hurts stops Turner from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hurts working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Turner's thigh. Turner counters though and makes it back to full guard. Turner is trying to control the position but Hurts postures up. #T1##ES# Turner kicks Hurts off and gets to his feet. Hurts fails with a takedown attempt. Turner stuffs the takedown attempt from Hurts. Hurts gets slowly back to his feet. #T2# Hurts changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Turner tries to avoid it but Hurts manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Turner to the ground. Turner escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Turner half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Sterling Turner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Landon Hurts. Hurts moves in looking to clinch but Turner pushes him off. Landon Hurts seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hurts tries to clinch but Turner is having none of it. It looked like Turner was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Turner throws a right and a left that both miss. Hurts's coach down at Cozad The Island was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Hurts's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Turner leaves Hurts with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Hurts tries to clinch up but Turner circles away and keeps his distance. It looked like Turner was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T3# Turner throws a series of punches but Hurts moves out of range. #TD# Turner shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hurts's guard. Hurts is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Turner dives into side control.
#REVB# Hurts is trying to control Turner's posture but Turner avoids it. Turner throwing strikes but missing, from side control. Hurts tries to improve position but can't. #T4# Hurts wants to control but Turner postures up. Hurts tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Turner wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SU# Turner has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. Turner attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Nice takedown defense from Turner. No joy for Hurts on that attempt. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL# Turner drives through and clinches with Hurts against the cage.
Hurts drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sterling Turner 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. And we move into the final round!#R3# Turner misses with a low kick. Hurts feints the counter takedown. Hurts misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Turner swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL# Turner moves into the clinch successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hurts is trying to break the clinch but Turner has him pressed against the cage. #TD# Turner has hold of one of Hurts's legs. Hurts is fighting the takedown attempt but Turner gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Turner is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hurts can do to turn this around? Turner advances position into side control!#T1# Turner in side control, throwing shots but Hurts defends. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Hurts tries to get back to half guard but can't. Turner working the ground and pound. Turner cracks Hurts with a big elbow. Hurts is looking to reverse the position. Hurts keeps trying to improve his position. Turner grinds an elbow into Hurts's temple. The ground and pound from Turner seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Turner throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T2# Turner sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Hurts is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Turner working away. Hurts tries to buck Turner off but Turner is having none of it. Turner landing strikes. Hurts takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Hurts takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Turner tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Turner throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T3# Turner working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB# Turner is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hurts has escaped the position, nice work there. Hurts is looking for a sweep. Turner sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Hurts is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Hurts wants to get back to his feet.#SUB# Turner looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Turner fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Turner misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#SUB# Turner is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hurts knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Hurts takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Both fighters take a look at the clock.
And that's the end of the fight! Sterling Turner showed his dominance in that final round. Well Turner 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:27 Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27 Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sterling Turner! A relieved looking Sterling Turner thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. Landon Hurts spoke after the fight, saying 'I guess he just a dummy for not tapping, but hey, respect. He took the pain, and got hurt'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 16, 2021 |
#R1##TD# Yoshida shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Yamano napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB# Yoshida has an Americana. Yamano didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Yoshida is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Yoshida hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Takahiro Yoshida! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 13, 2021 |
#R1# Hurts goes for a double leg but Ice avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ice continues to drive forward.#BC2# Ice breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hurts moves out of range of the body kick from Ice.
Hurts drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ice sprawls and moves away. Hurts has been working on his balance at Cozad The Island, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Ice. Ice scores with a push kick.#TD2# Ice 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. Hurts keeping moving, preventing Ice from controlling successfully. Hurts is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Hurts looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ice trying to control the position from guard on top but Hurts is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Ice must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1##SUB# Hurts is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES# The fighters are working up against the cage. Hurts manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#BC2# Ice's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Ice misses with a low kick. A counter left hand to the body from Hurts misses its target. Hurts fails with the takedown.#TD2# Ice closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hurts to the mat! Hurts manages to get full guard. Hurts pushes Ice off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2# Hurts gets caught flat footed, as Ice shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Ice looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Hurts pulls Ice in close to prevent any damage. Ice stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hurts swivels though and keeps the full guard. Hurts working a defensive guard here.
#T3# Ice 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. Hurts looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB# Ice is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Hurts has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Ice is looking to defend but Hurts has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Ice! Hurts pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Ice taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Landon Hurts! Landon Hurts made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'I do what I want when I pleas. So be afraid to get hurt.'. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1042 Round 3
Date: Mar 08, 2021 |
#R1# Lomare throws a head kick but Berezin moves out of range.
Berezin looks like he wants to counter punch here. Berezin keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Berezin looks like he wants to counter punch here. Berezin keeps the fight on the outside. Berezin scores with a punch to the head. The crowd cheers as Berezin lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lomare doesn't seem phased though. Berezin scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lomare on the wrong end of a nice jab. Lomare comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Lomare wants to clinch but Berezin slips to the side and Berezin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Lomare walks into a jab.#T1# Berezin throws a body shot but no joy. Berezin is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Lomare looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. A looping hook to the body misses from Lomare. Berezin does a little dance to reset his feet. Lomare tries to clinch up but Berezin circles away and keeps his distance. Lomare is trying hard to land a takedown here. Berezin sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kendrick Lomare. That's going to take a lot out of him. Lomare misses with a takedown attempt and Berezin counters with a nice uppercut. Lomare throws a right hand that Berezin ducks under and follows up with a left that Berezin also avoids with ease. Lomare darts in looking for a takedown but Berezin gets double underhooks and turns Lomare into the cage. Lomare is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T2##BC# Lomare breaks from the clinch.
Lomare tries to clinch up and Berezin counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Good shot there by Berezin.#CUT2#It looks like Kendrick Lomare has been cut. Berezin scores with the left hand. Lomare knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC2#Lomare is rocked! Lomare throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Berezin's waist but Berezin gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lomare off to one side. Oh Lomare is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#KD2# Oooooh!!! Berezin has knocked Lomare down with a huge combo! Berezin steps away and waves a wobbly Lomare back to his feet! This one might not go much longer! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Berezin leaves Lomare with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Berezin looks like he wants to counter punch here. Lomare tries to clinch and Berezin scores with a counter punch that sends Lomare to the canvas! Berezin smells blood - he's punishing Lomare with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Lomare has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Artemi Berezin! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 07, 2021 |
#R1# Hurts slips under a jab from Tantor. Hurts dives in for a single leg takedown but Tantor sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Tantor scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tantor will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hurts up against the cage. Hurts tries to pull guard but Tantor won't allow it.
Tantor lands an uppercut. Hurts tries to pull guard but Tantor won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Landon Hurts. That's going to take a lot out of him. Hurts has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tantor is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Tantor leaning against his opponent.
The referee calls for Tantor to work.
Tantor lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hurts backwards. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tantor taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tantor lands a body shot in the clinch.
The referee calls for Tantor to work.
Hurts has Tantor pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tantor manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Tantor pushes Hurts back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1# The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Hurts changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tantor fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hurts has been working on his balance at Cozad The Island, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Tantor. Mara Tantor is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tantor misses with a body shot.
Hurts takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Tantor listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Hurts uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tantor.
Hurts drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tantor sprawls and moves away. Some wild striking there from Tantor.
Tantor misses with a body shot.
Tantor cracks Hurts with an open hand slap. Tantor throws out a powerful jab.#T2# Tantor jabs Hurts to the body, keeping him at a distance. A left lands for Tantor. Tantor smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC2#Hurts is rocked! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tantor fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Hurts square on the jaw! Damn, Hurts is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mara Tantor! In defeat, Landon Hurts stepped up to the mic, saying 'I guess he just a dummy for not tapping, but hey, respect. He took the pain, and got hurt'. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1042 Round 2
Date: Mar 07, 2021 |
#R1##TD# Ablack drives through with a takedown into guard. Ablack throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Lomare works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Lomare keeping full guard, as Ablack tries to pass. #SU# Ablack stands up from Lomare's guard - Ablack perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD# Ablack looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Lomare kicks off Ablack and gets to his feet. This has been an exciting period of action!#TD# Ablack shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lomare manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Lomare pushes Ablack off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T1##CL2# Ablack tries to keep at a distance but Lomare has taken the fight into the clinch. Ablack has Lomare pressed against the cage, preventing Lomare from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Lomare misses with an elbow over the top. Ablack is stalling here.
Lomare can't break the clinch.
Lomare taking a breather. Lomare can't find room to land a body shot as Ablack controls the action.
Lomare can't break the clinch.
#T2# Ablack misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lomare wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD# Ablack manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Ablack working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lomare. Lomare stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ablack swivels though and keeps the full guard. Lomare postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB# Ablack is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# Ablack had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lomare defends it easily. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Ablack pulls Lomare in close to prevent any damage. #SU2# Lomare stands up and waves to Ablack to follow him. #TD# Ablack looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T4# Lomare trying to control the position here. Ablack is looking to advance position but Lomare has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB# Lomare wants to control the pace but Ablack is squirming around nicely. Lomare prevents Ablack from getting the reversal. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kendrick Lomare dominated that round. That's time! Ablack's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD# Ablack closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Lomare did well to prevent Ablack getting side control.#ES2# Lomare has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Ablack is on him like a limpet, forcing Lomare back against the cage. Ablack tries a body shot but Lomare blocks it.
Lomare tries to land knees in the clinch but Ablack avoids the damage to the body. Lomare is trying to break the clinch but Ablack is controlling him. Ablack tries a knee to the head but Lomare blocks it.
#TD2# Lomare pulls guard successfully.
Ablack trying to control but Lomare is working from the bottom. Kendrick Lomare has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2# Lomare has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Ablack should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Lomare has tightened it up now! Ablack should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Kendrick Lomare! A very excited looking Kendrick Lomare rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 06, 2021 |
#R1# Yamano uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dong Wook.#CL2# Dong Wook has closed the distance and engaged Yamano in a clinch.
#TD2# Dong Wook has Yamano pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Dong Wook pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Yamano tumbling to the mat - Dong Wook dives into Yamano's guard. Yamano has his hands on Dong Wook's head, controlling the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dong Wook trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1# Yamano pulls Dong Wook in close to his closed guard and prevents Dong Wook from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB# Yamano throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dong Wook not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Yamano might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB# Yamano had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dong Wook defends it easily. Yamano controls Dong Wook momentarily but Dong Wook frees himself. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB# Yamano looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dong Wook passes into side control.
Yamano is trying to control Dong Wook's posture but Dong Wook avoids it. #SUB2# Dong Wook is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Yamano has escaped the position, nice work there. Dong Wook creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T3##SU2# Dong Wook stands up. Yamano has his takedown stuffed#TD2# and Dong Wook counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dong Wook. Dong Wook engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Yamano can't keep his opponent in guard - Dong Wook advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4# Dong Wook moves nicely into side control. Yamano defending against the ground and pound. Yamano is looking for a sweep. Yamano manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dong Wook's best efforts. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Dong Wook throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Yamano is trying to maintain the position but Dong Wook is very close to passing his half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Yamano tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lee Dong Wook dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2# Dong Wook closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Yamano did well to prevent Dong Wook getting side control. Yamano makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Yamano. Dong Wook prevents Yamano from getting back to his feet. #SUB# Yamano looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dong Wook keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Yamano's head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Yamano not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB# Yamano has his foot on Dong Wook's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dong Wook works his way back into a safe position though. Dong Wook lands a couple of elbows. Dong Wook must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1# Dong Wook advances position into side control! Dong Wook slows the pace down. Dong Wook creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Dong Wook is looking to take a break and control but Yamano is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SU2# Dong Wook has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. Dong Wook misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL2# Dong Wook gets a clinch. #BC2# Dong Wook escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Yamano closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dong Wook circles away. Yamano shoots for a double leg takedown but Dong Wook sprawls well. He's pushed Yamano's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T3##TD# Yamano closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Dong Wook's guard. Dong Wook wriggles free and stands up. A big left from Yamano misses. #CL2# Dong Wook clinches with his opponent.
#BC2# Dong Wook breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dong Wook lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Yamano circles away quickly and effectively. Dong Wook takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Yamano shoots for a double leg takedown but Dong Wook sprawls well. He's pushed Yamano's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ken Yamano. That's going to take a lot out of him. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2# Dong Wook fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Yamano sprawls well initially but Dong Wook persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SU2# Dong Wook decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. Yamano tries to clinch up.#T4# Dong Wook dips to his left and cracks Yamano with an uppercut!#CL2# Dong Wook gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Yamano looking for a takedown. Yamano goes for a takedown attempt but Dong Wook pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Yamano dives in for a single leg takedown but Dong Wook sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Dong Wook lands a body shot. #TD2# Dong Wook has clasped his hands together around Yamano's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Yamano wants to get back to his feet but Dong Wook is dominant here and he's now got Yamano's back! Yamano is taking damage to the body and head. Dong Wook looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lee Dong Wook showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3# Sloppy strikes from Dong Wook. Those never looked like landing. Dong Wook just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromYamano.#TD2# Dong Wook looking to score a takedown here. Yamano is defending well but Dong Wook drives through and ends up in Yamano's guard. Yamano kicks Dong Wook off and gets to his feet. #TD2# Dong Wook 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.#SUB# Yamano throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lee Dong Wook has got the better of the ground game so far. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dong Wook trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Yamano manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR# Yamano postures up in Dong Wook's guard and throws a big left but Dong Wook blocks it. #T1# Yamano postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Dong Wook is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Dong Wook is continuing to stall. Dong Wook looking for a sweep. Not yet Dong Wook, not yet. Dong Wook seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Yamano passes into half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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. Dong Wook wants to sweep but Yamano has passed to side control! Yamano lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Dong Wook down.
Dong Wook is looking for a sweep. Dong Wook is still trying to improve position. Yamano trying to control the action but Dong Wook is working from the bottom. Dong Wook is trying to improve his position.#T3##SUB# Yamano is trying to get an arm triangle but Dong Wook is defending well. Yamano working the body and head with strikes. Yamano landing a few strikes. Yamano controls the position. Yamano in side control lands a decent elbow. Dong Wook tries to bench press Yamano off him but Yamano keeps the position. Yamano trying to control the action but Dong Wook is working from the bottom. Dong Wook takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
#T4# Dong Wook is trying to improve his position. Yamano working the body and head with strikes. Dong Wook tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Yamano wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Dong Wook is trying to get back to his feet. Dong Wook gets back to half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Dong Wook is not content to let Yamano control the position. Ken Yamano has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Lee Dong Wook is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB# Yamano seems to be working for a kimura but Dong Wook defends the submission attempt.
And that's the end of the fight! Ken Yamano showed his dominance in that final round. Well Dong Wook 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29 Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29 Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lee Dong Wook! |
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