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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 17, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
LeClaire dives in and scores a takedown into Barker's guard.
LeClaire is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SU2#
LeClaire gets to his feet - Barker follows without any prompting. #CL2#
LeClaire fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Barker, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
LeClaire gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Barker regains guard.
LeClaire postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
LeClaire slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SU2#
LeClaire gets to his feet. Barker looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T1##TD2#
LeClaire shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Barker is trying to defend but LeClaire finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Barker misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Barker is looking to improve his position.
LeClaire thows a huge punch but Barker dodges it nicely.
LeClaire sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
LeClaire is looking for a kimura but Barker is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for LeClaire to get the leverage. #T2#
Barker blocking the ground and pound attempt from LeClaire.
Barker is trying to stand back up but LeClaire is controlling him
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
LeClaire thows a huge punch but Barker dodges it nicely.
#SUB2#
LeClaire is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
LeClaire uses his free foot to push down on Barker's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Barker.
LeClaire throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T3#
Barker is desperately trying to improve his position but LeClaire has a good base and remains in mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
LeClaire thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
#SU2#
LeClaire gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!#TD#
Barker shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES2#
LeClaire wriggles free and stands up. #TD2#
LeClaire closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Barker to the mat! Barker manages to get full guard.
Barker is looking to stand back up but LeClaire counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Barker. #REVR#
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!
Barker tries to roll over but LeClaire keeps him under control.#T4#
LeClaire stops Barker from getting back to his feet.
LeClaire is taking a breather. Barker says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#ES#
Barker has one foot on LeClaire's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#TD2#
LeClaire closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
LeClaire working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
LeClaire tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bo LeClaire dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Barker gets caught napping as LeClaire dives in and scores a takedown. Barker manages to retain guard.
Barker preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bo LeClaire has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU2#
LeClaire gets to his feet. Barker looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Barker closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
LeClaire strikes from the bottom but Barker takes advantage and advances to full mount!
LeClaire is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
#T1#
LeClaire regains half guard.#SUB2#
LeClaire actively working from the bottom here.
LeClaire has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Barker is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
LeClaire looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
LeClaire is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #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.
Barker scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Barker not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
LeClaire is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
LeClaire looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
LeClaire looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Barker is keen to just control but LeClaire is a slippery customer.
Barker thows a huge punch but LeClaire dodges it nicely.
LeClaire is not content to let Barker control the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Barker gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
Barker has his feet on LeClaire's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T4##TD2#
LeClaire scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
LeClaire is breathing heavily.
Barker is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of LeClaire's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take LeClaire's back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
LeClaire covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Barker scores with strikes from the back.
LeClaire trying to control the hands but Barker breaks the grip.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barker is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften LeClaire up.
Barker has the hooks in. LeClaire is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chris Barker dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
LeClaire moves into range and clinches up with Barker.#TD2#
LeClaire lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
#ES#
Barker kicks LeClaire off and gets back to his feet.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Barker. #TD2#
LeClaire closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Barker did well to prevent LeClaire getting side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES#
Barker kicks LeClaire off and gets back to his feet.
Barker could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#TD2#
LeClaire shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
LeClaire takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
LeClaire throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Barker tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
LeClaire throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Barker looking for a sweep. Not yet Barker, not yet. #SUB#
Barker has his foot on LeClaire's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. LeClaire works his way back into a safe position though.
LeClaire controlling from the top position.
LeClaire throws a strike but Barker rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##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.#SUB2#
Barker avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
LeClaire is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Barker is aware though and is defending well.
Barker postures up.
Barker postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Barker postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB2#
LeClaire is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL2#
LeClaire gets in close and instigates a clinch.
LeClaire prevents a body shot from Barker.
Barker on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Barker stalling in the clinch but LeClaire improves position. #TD#
Barker pulls LeClaire into guard.
#SU2#
LeClaire decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Barker, up you get!
Bo LeClaire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barker throws a head kick that half lands.
#TD2#
LeClaire looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Barker punching from the bottom.
#T4##SUB2#
LeClaire is looking for a kimura but Barker is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for LeClaire to get the leverage.
LeClaire throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Barker is pressing down on LeClaire's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Barker throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
LeClaire's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Barker is trying to control the position but LeClaire postures up.
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 Chris Barker.
I think Barker has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chris Barker!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 15, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
LeClaire has closed the distance and engaged Noble in a clinch.
Noble wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
LeClaire avoids a wild elbow strike from Noble.#BC#
Noble breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
LeClaire moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Noble decides to pull guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
LeClaire is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Noble escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. LeClaire gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
LeClaire wants to control from the top but Noble keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Noble throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! LeClaire escapes and throws Noble's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Noble tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
LeClaire throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB2#
LeClaire wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Noble, who protects the arm well.
Noble regains half guard there - taking advantage of LeClaire's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
LeClaire seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Noble does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Noble actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Noble is trying to control but LeClaire manages to pass to mount!
LeClaire controlling from the full mount.
LeClaire thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. #SUB2#
LeClaire is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Noble can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
LeClaire moves to the back. #SUB2#
LeClaire is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Noble is defending well though. LeClaire let's go of the attempt for now.#T3#
Noble looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
LeClaire has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Noble has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Noble trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
LeClaire has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
LeClaire keeps control of the position as Noble tries to break free.
#SUB2#
LeClaire is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Noble knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Noble for a finish.
Noble is trying to get back to his feet but LeClaire has full control of the position and if anything, Noble has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Noble wants to control his opponent's hands but LeClaire gets his hands free.
LeClaire controlling well, preventing Noble from escaping the position.
Noble just trying to survive but LeClaire is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bo LeClaire dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
LeClaire shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Noble appears to be looking for a big counter.
LeClaire has a takedown stuffed.
James Noble is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Noble drives through with a takedown into LeClaire's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
LeClaire is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
LeClaire is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Noble sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1##SUB2#
LeClaire looking for a guillotine here but Noble defends easily.
LeClaire is trying to keep Noble in close.
Noble controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
LeClaire closes this distance looking for a takedown but Noble circles away.
James Noble has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bo LeClaire.
LeClaire tries to score a power double leg takedown but Noble sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten LeClaire somewhat.#CL2#
LeClaire forces Noble back against the cage and clinches.
LeClaire digs a right hand underneath Noble's ribcage. Noble let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC2#
LeClaire breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
LeClaire moves into range and clinches up with Noble.#T3#
Noble lands a right hand that snaps the head of LeClaire backwards.
LeClaire wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD#
Noble has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed LeClaire clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
What can LeClaire do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
LeClaire grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Noble not allowing LeClaire to control his hands.
Noble lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can LeClaire hold on?!
#SUB#
Noble looking for the RNC.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Noble has the hooks in. LeClaire is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4##SUB#
Noble sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! LeClaire taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). James Noble!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 09, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
LeClaire looking to score a takedown here. Perkins is defending well but LeClaire drives through and ends up in Perkins's guard.
LeClaire is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
LeClaire trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
LeClaire stays in close to Perkins's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Perkins looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeClaire not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Perkins tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Perkins closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
LeClaire gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Perkins moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
LeClaire wants to control from the top but Perkins keeps moving.
LeClaire showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
LeClaire wants to control from the top but Perkins keeps moving. #T2#
Perkins is trying to hold LeClaire in close to prevent damage but LeClaire has managed to pass into half guard.
LeClaire wants to free his trapped foot but Perkins is holding on for dear life with his legs.
LeClaire thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
LeClaire slows the pace down in half guard.
Perkins is pressing down on LeClaire's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3#
Perkins wants to sweep here but LeClaire controlling him for the moment.
LeClaire in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
LeClaire pushes down on Perkins's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Perkins tries to roll over but LeClaire keeps him under control.
LeClaire tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Perkins wants to improve his position but LeClaire is controlling well.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB2#
LeClaire is working for a submission of some sort.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Perkins is on the wrong end of a nice combination from LeClaire.#CUT2#
It looks like Lucius Perkins has been cut.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
LeClaire 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.
LeClaire stopping the sweep attempt from Perkins.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bo LeClaire dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lucius Perkins's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Perkins throws the kick towards the body but LeClaire avoids it.#TD#
Perkins bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES2#
LeClaire bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
LeClaire circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Perkins drops to the canvas, hurt badly! LeClaire follows Perkins to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bo LeClaire!
Bo LeClaire 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 27, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
LeClaire closes the distance and clinches.
With the fighters up against the cage, Solomon throws an elbow but misses. #TD2#
LeClaire has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Solomon clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
LeClaire keeps control of the position easily here as Solomon tries to buck him off.
Solomon trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Solomon avoids the strikes from LeClaire. #SUB2#
LeClaire is persistently looking for the submission but Solomon is defending it well.
#T1#
LeClaire just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
A lull in the action here.
Solomon avoids the strikes from LeClaire. #SUB2#
LeClaire looking for the choke from the back.
LeClaire trying to control.
LeClaire is hanging on to Solomon's back as he tries to escape.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
LeClaire doesn't have the hooks in and Solomon manages to turn into his guard.
LeClaire bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Solomon's guard. #REVB#
Solomon trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Solomon bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in LeClaire's guard. #REVR#
Solomon really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
LeClaire is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Solomon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Solomon postures up in LeClaire's guard and throws a big left but LeClaire blocks it.
LeClaire 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.#SUB2#
LeClaire is looking for a triangle but Solomon pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
LeClaire has his foot on Solomon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Solomon works his way back into a safe position though.#T3##SUB2#
LeClaire throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
LeClaire looks winded!
Solomon lands a couple of elbows.
Solomon distracts LeClaire with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Solomon sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Solomon wants to control from the top but LeClaire keeps moving.
Solomon is working LeClaire over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Solomon 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.
Solomon working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of LeClaire's head.
Solomon wants to control from the top but LeClaire keeps moving.
Solomon stays in close to LeClaire's body and controls the position.
LeClaire is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Solomon is controlling him. #T4#
Solomon's corner is telling him to maintain position.
LeClaire keeping moving, preventing Solomon from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Solomon instigates a clinch. #TD2#
LeClaire gets control of Solomon's arms and successfully pulls guard. LeClaire will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Solomon controlling from the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
LeClaire is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Solomon defends well.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Solomon accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Rich Solomon will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Solomon has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
LeClaire is trying to trip Solomon. He has hold of a leg but Solomon is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. LeClaire persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Solomon utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
LeClaire with a flurry of punches that miss. #SU2#
LeClaire stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2#
LeClaire shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Solomon is trying to defend but LeClaire finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Solomon blocking the ground and pound attempt from LeClaire.
Solomon is staying active underneath LeClaire, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Solomon landing strikes from the bottom. #T1#
LeClaire is trying to control. Solomon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
LeClaire is taking a breather. Solomon says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Solomon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of LeClaire's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take LeClaire's back!
Solomon lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Solomon trying to control momentarily.
Solomon is hanging on to LeClaire's back as he tries to escape.
Solomon is landing with strikes. LeClaire can't take much more of this.#T2#
LeClaire trying to get back to his feet but Solomon is in full control for now.
Solomon lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can LeClaire hold on?!
Solomon lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
#SUB#
Solomon has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
LeClaire tries to escape the position.
LeClaire is breathing heavily.
LeClaire trying to control the hands but Solomon won't let him.
Rich Solomon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Solomon is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
LeClaire prevents Solomon from getting a body triangle.
Solomon biding his time, controlling LeClaire. #T3#
LeClaire trying to control the position but Solomon manages to sink in the hooks.
LeClaire is really stuck here.
Solomon landing with strikes.
LeClaire is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Solomon has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, LeClaire has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Solomon punches LeClaire on the ear.
Solomon is looking to control LeClaire but LeClaire is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Solomon punches LeClaire on the ear.
LeClaire is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T4#
LeClaire is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Solomon.
Solomon scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
LeClaire wants to get back to his feet.
The referee is taking a good look at LeClaire as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Solomon!
LeClaire tries to escape but Solomon has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Solomon controlling the positon.
Solomon gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Solomon is riding his opponent, not letting LeClaire buck him off.
Solomon keeps control of the position as LeClaire tries to break free.
Solomon tries to get the hooks in deep but LeClaire pushed the leg off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rich Solomon dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Solomon darts in and clinches LeClaire up against the cage.#BC2#
LeClaire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD2#
LeClaire gets a double leg takedown into Solomon's guard.
LeClaire stopping the sweep attempt from Solomon.
Solomon lands with a heel strike from the guard.
#SU2#
LeClaire decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD2#
LeClaire shoots in and bounces Solomon off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
LeClaire takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Solomon lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
LeClaire keeping moving, preventing Solomon from controlling successfully.
LeClaire trying to control the position.
Solomon throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Solomon looking to sit in guard and control but LeClaire gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Solomon striking from the bottom here.
Solomon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from LeClaire.
LeClaire passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2#
LeClaire postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Solomon is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on LeClaire's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
LeClaire is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Solomon defends it well.
Solomon wants to control but LeClaire is keeping busy and won't allow it.
LeClaire is taking a breather. Solomon says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T3##SUB2#
LeClaire is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
LeClaire wants to lay and pray for a moment but Solomon keeps working.
LeClaire is stalling here. Solomon is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! LeClaire seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Solomon has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Solomon just content to control the position.
Solomon in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Solomon lands some shots froms side control.#T4#
Solomon is working LeClaire over with some ground and pound from side control.
Solomon 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.
Solomon fails to land a wild elbow strike.
LeClaire is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Solomon off and has taken his back!
Solomon tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
LeClaire is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Solomon defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
LeClaire avoiding Solomon 's attempts to control his hands.
Bo LeClaire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rich Solomon is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
LeClaire patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
And that's the end of the fight!
Bo LeClaire comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Solomon has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 25, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
LeClaire gets a double leg takedown into Castro's guard.
Castro is wriggling around but LeClaire manages to pass to half guard.
#REVR#
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
LeClaire performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
LeClaire is thwarting Castro's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeClaire perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Castro blocking the ground and pound attempt from LeClaire.
Castro is looking to control LeClaire's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Castro avoid being mounted?#T1##SUB2#
LeClaire seems to be working for a kimura but Castro defends the submission attempt.
Castro is looking for a sweep. LeClaire is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
LeClaire seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
LeClaire is working for a kimura but Castro is defending it quite comfortably.
LeClaire looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #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.
LeClaire takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Castro trying to hold on to LeClaire's head to control him but LeClaire postures up.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
LeClaire fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Castro to the ground. LeClaire is now in Castro's guard.
LeClaire throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Castro works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Castro wants to sweep but no luck.
LeClaire slips nicely into half guard.
Castro moves into full guard.
#T3#
LeClaire is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
It looks like LeClaire might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Castro knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for LeClaire on the ground.
Castro looking to control.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
LeClaire is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
LeClaire looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Castro is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst LeClaire is controlling him. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
LeClaire uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Castro.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
LeClaire decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Castro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. LeClaire is working away from the top position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bo LeClaire dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
LeClaire fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Castro sprawls well initially but LeClaire persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Castro wants to get back to full guard.
LeClaire wants to free his trapped foot but Castro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Castro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute LeClaire jumps into side control!#SU2#
LeClaire stands up.
LeClaire has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
LeClaire scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T1#
LeClaire is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Castro will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
LeClaire advances to mount.
LeClaire controlling from mount.
Castro is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
LeClaire avoids the attempt from Castro to control.
LeClaire trying to control but he's not successful this time.
LeClaire controlling from mount. #T2#
Castro holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as LeClaire tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
LeClaire looking to finish with strikes here!
LeClaire throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
LeClaire controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Castro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
LeClaire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
LeClaire looking to control and managing it successfully.
Castro tries to lock up and control but LeClaire gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
LeClaire working away from the top, dropping strikes.
LeClaire thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
LeClaire sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
LeClaire avoids the attempt from Castro to control.
LeClaire looking to control and managing it successfully.
LeClaire thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
LeClaire controlling from mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bo LeClaire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Castro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
LeClaire closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Castro's guard.
LeClaire is standing up over Castro. Castro looks to escape but LeClaire dives into side control.
#REVR##SU2#
LeClaire decides to stand back up. LeClaire steps back and let's Castro get back to his feet.#CL2#
LeClaire has Castro up against the cage in a clinch.
Castro drops down looking for an ankle pick but LeClaire pulls his leg out and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
LeClaire closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T1#
Castro can't do much from the bottom here.
LeClaire controlling the position.
LeClaire has control of an arm but Castro manages to advance to LeClaire's back!
Castro is landing with strikes from the back.
LeClaire has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Castro.
LeClaire is in bad spot here.
LeClaire is trying to get back to his feet but Castro has full control of the position and if anything, LeClaire has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Castro is striking well from the back but LeClaire escapes and manages to control the positon and works his way to half guard. A much better position - the crisis is over for the time being.
LeClaire wants to control but Castro is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Castro throws a strike but LeClaire avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
LeClaire wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
LeClaire is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
LeClaire lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
LeClaire engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
LeClaire throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
LeClaire with a flurry of punches that miss.
LeClaire prevents Castro from getting back to his feet.
LeClaire trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
LeClaire postures up in Castro's guard and throws a big left but Castro blocks it.
LeClaire is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
LeClaire working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
LeClaire pushes down on Castro's leg and manages to get into half guard.
LeClaire not doing much here.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Castro is holding on to half guard well.
LeClaire controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
LeClaire clinches up against the cage.
Castro is working for takedown but LeClaire is calmly controlling the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
LeClaire pulls guard successfully.
Castro scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Dan Castro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bo LeClaire is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Castro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bo LeClaire comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got LeClaire 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bo LeClaire!
After winning the bout, Bo LeClaire thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 01, 2016 |
#R1#
Cleveland fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
LeClaire misses with a takedown attempt - Cleveland sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Cleveland shoots in for a double leg but LeClaire sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
LeClaire tries for a takedown but Cleveland sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Cleveland tries to counter with a takedown but LeClaire is quick to defend against it.
Cleveland defends well against a solid takedown attempt from LeClaire.
Normand Cleveland has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bo LeClaire.
Cleveland shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
LeClaire instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeClaire lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#
It looks like Normand Cleveland has been cut.
Cleveland leaning against his opponent.
LeClaire tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Cleveland smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
LeClaire has managed to clinch.
#T1#
LeClaire fails to pull guard.
LeClaire has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Cleveland is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Cleveland really is a fat lump.
Stalling in the clinch from Cleveland.
LeClaire lands a body punch.
LeClaire wants to take the fight to the mat but Cleveland manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Cleveland stalling in the clinch.
LeClaire being controlled against the cage.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
LeClaire is trying to pull guard but Cleveland has him pressed against the cage.
Cleveland is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Cleveland has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but LeClaire regains guard immediately.
LeClaire not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cleveland won't allow LeClaire to get back to his feet.
Cleveland might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Cleveland is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
LeClaire working a defensive guard but Cleveland passes into half guard.
#T3#
Cleveland landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Cleveland sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Cleveland is looking for a kimura but LeClaire is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cleveland to get the leverage.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Cleveland in particular looking to stall.
Cleveland is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Cleveland lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cleveland sitting and controlling from the half guard.
LeClaire is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
LeClaire is trying to stand.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
LeClaire stuffs the takedown attempt from Cleveland. Cleveland gets slowly back to his feet.
A nice side step and LeClaire releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Normand Cleveland dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Normand Cleveland's cut.
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#
Cleveland stuffs the takedown attempt from LeClaire. LeClaire gets slowly back to his feet.
Cleveland appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
LeClaire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Cleveland stuffs the takedown attempt from LeClaire. LeClaire gets slowly back to his feet.
LeClaire misses with a takedown
and Cleveland counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Normand Cleveland has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bo LeClaire.
Cleveland tries to clinch but LeClaire is having none of it.
Normand Cleveland is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cleveland shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. LeClaire defends it nicely.
LeClaire stuns Cleveland with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
LeClaire keeps the fight on the outside.
As Cleveland backs off LeClaire throws a huge counter combo but Cleveland manages to avoid it all.
Bo LeClaire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck with that takedown attempt from LeClaire. #CL#
Cleveland rushes LeClaire and presses him up against the cage.
The referee calls for Cleveland to work.
#TD#
Cleveland lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
#SUB2#
LeClaire has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Cleveland escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Cleveland!#T2##ES2#
LeClaire sneaks out the side door and pushes Cleveland away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#CL2#
LeClaire closes the distance and clinches.
Cleveland goes for a takedown in the clinch but LeClaire prevents it.
Cleveland slows down the pace here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
LeClaire effectively controlling the action here.
Cleveland slowing the pace effectively.#T3#
LeClaire tries for a takedown but Cleveland manages to get underhooks.
LeClaire just leaning against Cleveland, taking a breather.
Cleveland slows down the pace here.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
LeClaire lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cleveland backwards. #TD#
Cleveland pulls guard successfully.
Cleveland controls LeClaire momentarily but LeClaire frees himself.
Cleveland looking for a sweep. Not yet Cleveland, not yet. #T4#
LeClaire throwing strikes but missing.
LeClaire wants to control from the top but Cleveland keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
LeClaire tries to stand but Cleveland is controlling from the bottom. #ES#
Cleveland has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. LeClaire has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cleveland pressing his opponent against the cage.
Cleveland slows down the pace here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Normand Cleveland dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Normand Cleveland's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
LeClaire shoots in for a takedown but Cleveland shows good takedown defense.
Cleveland tries to close the distance and clinch up but LeClaire swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Cleveland tries to keep at a distance but LeClaire has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
LeClaire ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. LeClaire no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
LeClaire wants to control the position but Cleveland says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Cleveland trying to control the pace.
LeClaire moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cleveland content to stall in guard here. #T1#
LeClaire not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
LeClaire throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Cleveland slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Cleveland connects with a couple of short punches.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
LeClaire working a defensive guard but Cleveland passes into half guard.
Cleveland performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Cleveland stops LeClaire from getting back to his feet.
LeClaire tries to roll over but Cleveland keeps him under control.
LeClaire wants to sweep but Cleveland has passed to side control!
LeClaire is letting Cleveland control him for a moment. #T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Cleveland shoots in and gets a takedown into LeClaire's guard.#SUB2#
LeClaire escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cleveland gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cleveland lands a couple of elbows.#T4#
LeClaire is controlling Cleveland's posture.
Cleveland 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.
LeClaire is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cleveland is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Normand Cleveland overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cleveland connects with a couple of short punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Normand Cleveland showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cleveland, 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Normand Cleveland!
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