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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Shiet swinging wildly here.
Gustafsson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gustafsson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Shiet.
A punch combination from Shiet misses.
Shiet throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gustafsson. #CL2#
Gustafsson has closed the distance and engaged Shiet in a clinch.
Shiet's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Gustafsson tries to land knees in the clinch but Shiet avoids the damage to the body.
Gustafsson lands with a left to the head.
Shiet working hard to break the clinch.
Gustafsson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Gustafsson is stalling here.
Shiet takes a shot to the head.
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!
Shiet blocks a body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson's coach down at was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Gustafsson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#T1#
Gustafsson misses with a punch on the inside.
Gustafsson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Gustafsson misses with a body punch.
A short right from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson digs a right hand into Shiet's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Shiet's gas tank.
Shiet prevents a body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson tries to throw a body punch but Shiet avoids it by throwing Gustafsson back against the cage.
Gustafsson digs a right hand underneath Shiet's ribcage. Shiet let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Shiet's efforts to push away.
Gustafsson presses Shiet against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T2#
Gustafsson has a couple of punches blocked by Shiet.
Gustafsson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gustafsson lands a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gustafsson.
Gustafsson digs a right hand into Shiet's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Shiet's gas tank.
Shiet blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gustafsson lands with a short shot to the head.
Gustafsson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gustafsson tries to throw a body punch but Shiet avoids it by throwing Gustafsson back against the cage.
Gustafsson cracks Shiet with a nice body shot.
Gustafsson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gustafsson tries a body shot but Shiet blocks it.
Gustafsson trying to land knees to the body.
Gustafsson tries to land knees in the clinch but Shiet avoids the damage to the body. #T3#
Shiet prevents a body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson is stalling here.
Gustafsson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Gustafsson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Gustafsson.
Shiet blocking some punches.
Gustafsson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gustafsson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Shiet blocks an uppercut.
Gustafsson slows down the pace here.
Gustafsson lands a shot to the body.#T4#
Gustafsson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Gustafsson is stalling here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Gustafsson.
Shiet has had enough of the clinch but Gustafsson keeps him there for the moment.
Gustafsson trying to land knees to the body.
Gustafsson tries to work over Shiet's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gustafsson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shiet backwards.
A short right from Gustafsson on the inside.
Gustafsson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
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!
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Shiet blocks an elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floki Gustafsson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Shiet checks a leg kick.
Shiet avoids the body shot from Gustafsson.
Some wild striking there from Shiet.
Shiet throws a nice looking combination but Gustafsson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Some wild striking there from Shiet.
Gustafsson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Gustafsson misses with a low kick.
#CL2#
Gustafsson clinches.
Gustafsson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Gustafsson stalls.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafsson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gustafsson lands a left hand.
Gustafsson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gustafsson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Gustafsson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gustafsson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Shiet is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Gustafsson digs a right hand underneath Shiet's ribcage. Shiet let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Shiet blocks a body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shiet is trying to force a seperation but Gustafsson has the dominant position.
Shiet takes a shot to the head.
Gustafsson gets through Shiet's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Gustafsson fails to land.
Gustafsson misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Gustafsson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Shiet's brow. #T2#
Gustafsson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Shiet is defending well for now.
Gustafsson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Gustafsson misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson is working Shiet over against the cage.
Shiet blocks the elbow strike.
Gustafsson misses with a hook to the ribs.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson misses with the head strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gustafsson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Shiet.
A shot in the inside from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gustafsson lands a left hand.
Shiet blocks a body shot from Gustafsson. #T3#
Gustafsson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Gustafsson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shiet backwards.
Floki Gustafsson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Gustafsson prevents Shiet from breaking the clinch.
Gustafsson gets through Shiet's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Gustafsson lands a shoulder strike.
Gustafsson struggles to land a body shot inside as Shiet controls his hands.
Shiet tries to circle away but Gustafsson has him pinned against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Gustafsson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Gustafsson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Shiet blocking some punches.
Gustafsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gustafsson tries a body shot but Shiet blocks it.
Gustafsson working aggressively here.
Gustafsson digs a right hand underneath Shiet's ribcage. Shiet let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T4#
Gustafsson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shiet blocks a body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shiet's elbow.
Gustafsson is working for takedown but Shiet is calmly controlling the position for now.
Gustafsson stalling the fight.
Gustafsson tries to throw a body punch but Shiet avoids it by throwing Gustafsson back against the cage.
Gustafsson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A bit of stalling here from Gustafsson.
A right handed body shot lands from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson misses with a body punch.
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!
Shiet avoids the elbow strike from Gustafsson, against the cage.
Gustafsson working aggressively here.
Shiet wants to break the clinch but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floki Gustafsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Shiet throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#CL2#
Gustafsson has closed the distance and engaged Shiet in a clinch.
Gustafsson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Shiet wants to get back to striking at distance but Gustafsson won't allow it.
Gustafsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gustafsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gustafsson tries to throw a body punch but Shiet avoids it by throwing Gustafsson back against the cage.
Gustafsson scores with a hook to the body.
Gustafsson lands with a left to the head.
Shiet blocks a body shot from Gustafsson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafsson tries a body shot but Shiet blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shiet.
Gustafsson leaning against his opponent.
Gustafsson lands with a right to the head. #T1#
Gustafsson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gustafsson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gustafsson misses with a body punch.
Gustafsson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Shiet backwards.
Shiet prevents a body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands a shoulder strike.
Shiet prevents a body shot from Gustafsson.
Shiet tries to break free but Gustafsson pushes him back against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Gustafsson throws a head punch that misses.
Gustafsson tries to work over Shiet's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Holly Shiet has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Gustafsson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gustafsson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gustafsson struggles to land a body shot inside as Shiet controls his hands.
Shiet wants to break the clinch but can't.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Gustafsson lands an uppercut.
A bit of stalling here from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson scores with a shot to the side of Shiet's head.
Gustafsson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
Gustafsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Gustafsson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Shiet's brow.
Gustafsson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The referee calls for Gustafsson to work.
Good body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson presses Shiet against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Gustafsson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gustafsson lands with a short shot to the head.
Shiet blocks an uppercut.
Gustafsson tries to throw a body punch but Shiet avoids it by throwing Gustafsson back against the cage.
Gustafsson has Shiet pushed against the cage.
Shiet blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4#
Gustafsson lands a body shot.
Gustafsson throws a head punch that misses.
Gustafsson is working Shiet over against the cage.
Gustafsson working aggressively here.
Gustafsson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Shiet backwards.
Gustafsson gets through Shiet's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Shiet blocks a body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Gustafsson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Gustafsson working aggressively here.
Gustafsson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Floki Gustafsson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gustafsson struggles to land a body shot inside as Shiet controls his hands.
Gustafsson lands a nice elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gustafsson avoids the elbow strike from Shiet, against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Floki Gustafsson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Gustafsson 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 26:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 26:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Floki Gustafsson!
An out of breath and clearly excited Floki Gustafsson thanked On Tap (160Q & Laundry) for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Shaw shoots in for a takedown but Gustafsson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Gustafsson throws a wild body kick that Shaw sees coming a mile off.
Gustafsson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice body kick from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson throws a push kick but Shaw slaps the foot to one side.
Gustafsson misses with a kick to the body.
Shaw seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A good leg kick by Gustafsson.
Gustafsson throws a leg kick but Shaw moved away.
Gustafsson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Gustafsson checks a leg kick.
Shaw backing away here, and Gustafsson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Shaw tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaw tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gustafsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Shaw.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Shaw is defended easily by Gustafsson.
Shaw misses with a wild body shot. #T1##CL2#
Gustafsson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Gustafsson lands with a left to the head.
Gustafsson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Shaw.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gustafsson.
Good body shot from Gustafsson.
A short uppercut from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson scores with a shot to the side of Shaw's head.
Shaw is breathing heavily.
Gustafsson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Shaw jumps guard but Gustafsson stands there with Shaw around his waist. Shaw gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Deshawn Shaw. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gustafsson cracks Shaw with a nice body shot.
Gustafsson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A hook to the body from Gustafsson.
Shaw looking to stall.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gustafsson.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A hook to the body from Gustafsson.
#T2#
Gustafsson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Shaw or not.
Gustafsson pushes Shaw back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands a body punch.
Nice body punch from Gustafsson.
A shot in the inside from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson stalls.
Gustafsson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Gustafsson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Gustafsson stalling in the clinch.
Gustafsson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Gustafsson presses Shaw against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Gustafsson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Shaw seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Gustafsson can turn it around.
Gustafsson stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Gustafsson is working Shaw over against the cage.
Gustafsson presses Shaw against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3#
Gustafsson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Gustafsson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Shaw.
Gustafsson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A body shot lands from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Shaw.
A left hand lands to the body for Gustafsson.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson works on Shaw's body with a couple of short punches.
Our sources have told us that Shaw has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Gustafsson takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Knees to the body from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson gets through Shaw's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Gustafsson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Gustafsson trying to land knees to the body.
Gustafsson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Gustafsson is leaning against Shaw and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Gustafsson lands with a right to the head. #T4#
A right hook to the body lands for Gustafsson.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gustafsson lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Shaw is rocked!
Gustafsson lands a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Oh Shaw is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Gustafsson lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Shaw to his knees! Gustafsson keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Floki Gustafsson!
A relieved looking Floki Gustafsson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Gustafsson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Gustafsson lands with an uppercut that bounces Wilson off the cage and back into range.#CL2#
Wilson takes the fight into the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gustafsson.
Wilson misses with a punch on the inside.
Gustafsson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Wilson's efforts to push away.
Wilson wants to stall.
I was talking to Gustafsson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Gustafsson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wilson.
Gustafsson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Gustafsson slowing the pace effectively.
Gustafsson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafsson controlling the action here for a moment.
Gustafsson presses Wilson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Gustafsson lands with a left to the head.
Gustafsson lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Good body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gustafsson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Wilson avoids it.
Gustafsson digs a right hand underneath Wilson's ribcage. Wilson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A frustrated look appears on Wilson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Wilson wants to take the fight to the mat but Gustafsson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Gustafsson prevents a takedown attempt there.
Wilson throws a head punch that misses.
Gustafsson lands with a left to the head.
A short left from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wilson or not.
Wilson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Gustafsson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Gustafsson lands with a short shot to the head.
Gustafsson lands a damaging elbow.
Gustafsson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Wilson looks winded!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wilson wants to break the clinch but can't.
A shot in the inside from Gustafsson. #T2#
Gustafsson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short uppercut from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands a nice uppercut.
A short left from Gustafsson.
A short uppercut from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands with a right to the head.
Wilson managing to block the knees to the body from Gustafsson.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gustafsson.
Wilson wants to stall.
A shot in the inside from Gustafsson.
Wilson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Gustafsson walks away with a smile on his face. Wilson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Floki Gustafsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jamal Wilson.
Wilson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Gustafsson finds it's way round the side to connect with Wilson's head.
Gustafsson lands with a slapping head kick.
Wilson has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Gustafsson counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A short uppercut from Gustafsson. #T3#
Wilson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Gustafsson lands a shoulder strike.
Gustafsson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Wilson up against the cage.
Gustafsson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gustafsson pushes Wilson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Wilson throws a head punch that misses.
Gustafsson lands a left hand.
Gustafsson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gustafsson lands a nice knee to the body.
Gustafsson cracks Wilson with a nice body shot.
A short right from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson pushes Wilson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Gustafsson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Gustafsson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Gustafsson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gustafsson is working Wilson over against the cage.#T4#
A right hook to the body lands for Gustafsson.
Gustafsson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Gustafsson.
Gustafsson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gustafsson leaning his opponent against the cage.
Gustafsson gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Jamal Wilson has been cut.
Gustafsson stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Wilson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gustafsson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gustafsson lands with a light punch inside.
Wilson is trying to force a seperation but Gustafsson has the dominant position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right from Gustafsson.
Wilson taking a breather.
Wilson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gustafsson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gustafsson lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floki Gustafsson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jamal Wilson's cut.
That's time! Gustafsson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Gustafsson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wilson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gustafsson circles away.
Wilson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gustafsson.
Wilson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CL#
Gustafsson closes the distance and pushes Wilson back into the cage.
Gustafsson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Gustafsson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Gustafsson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gustafsson looks to land a right hand but Wilson moved out of range.
Jab by Gustafsson.
A low kick from Wilson is predictable there #CL#
and Gustafsson moves into the clinch.
Gustafsson displaying some good clinch control by pressing Wilson up against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Gustafsson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wilson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T1#
A short left from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands with a light punch inside.
Wilson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Gustafsson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Gustafsson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Gustafsson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Gustafsson scores with a shoulder strike.
Gustafsson looking for a takedown. #TD#
Gustafsson has hold of one of Wilson's legs. Wilson is fighting the takedown attempt but Gustafsson gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Gustafsson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gustafsson postures up in Wilson's guard and throws a big left but Wilson blocks it.
Gustafsson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wilson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gustafsson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gustafsson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wilson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gustafsson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Wilson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Gustafsson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gustafsson controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gustafsson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gustafsson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wilson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Gustafsson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gustafsson 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.
Gustafsson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wilson defending well though.
Gustafsson missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Gustafsson is nestled in close to Wilson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Gustafsson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wilson keeps working.
Wilson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gustafsson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wilson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wilson can do to turn this around?
Wilson taking some punishment here, with Gustafsson in his half guard.
Gustafsson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Gustafsson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Gustafsson trying to control the action but Wilson is working from the bottom.
Gustafsson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gustafsson prevents Wilson from improving his position.
Gustafsson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4#
Gustafsson lands with a punch from half guard.
Wilson is looking to control Gustafsson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wilson avoid being mounted?
Gustafsson is trying to control. Wilson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gustafsson thows a huge punch but Wilson dodges it nicely.
Gustafsson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wilson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Wilson wants to get back to full guard.
Gustafsson prevents Wilson from standing back up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Wilson has closed the distance and engaged Gustafsson in a clinch.
Gustafsson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wilson or not.
Gustafsson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wilson backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floki Gustafsson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jamal Wilson's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Wilson takes a kick to the side of the head.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Wilson!
Gustafsson throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Wilson's head.
Gustafsson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Donk. Gustafsson catches Wilson right on the button with a cross.
Wilson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gustafsson as he avoids it easily. #CL#
Gustafsson closes the distance and clinches.
Gustafsson lands a left hand.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Wilson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Gustafsson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Gustafsson lands a shoulder strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson controlling the action here for a moment.
Gustafsson stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#T1#
Wilson is trying to break free.
Wilson avoiding damage as Gustafsson throws knees to the body.
Gustafsson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A frustrated look appears on Wilson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Gustafsson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Gustafsson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wilson.
Floki Gustafsson has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Wilson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Gustafsson is leaning against Wilson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Gustafsson is pushing Wilson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Gustafsson scores a nice knee to the body.
Gustafsson cracks Wilson with a nice body shot.
Gustafsson cracks Wilson with a nice body shot.
Gustafsson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gustafsson lands a body punch. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Gustafsson.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands with a short head shot on the inside. #TD#
Gustafsson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gustafsson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Wilson keeping moving, preventing Gustafsson from controlling successfully.
Wilson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gustafsson is pushing down on Wilson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wilson is fighting to maintain full guard but Gustafsson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wilson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Wilson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Gustafsson.
Wilson is staying active underneath Gustafsson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Wilson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Wilson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Wilson wants to control but Gustafsson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gustafsson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wilson's head.
Gustafsson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wilson defending well though.
Gustafsson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gustafsson missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Gustafsson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Gustafsson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
Wilson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gustafsson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jamal Wilson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gustafsson misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Gustafsson takes the fight into the clinch.
Good body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson works on Wilson's body with a couple of short punches.
Wilson tries to pull guard but Gustafsson won't allow it.
Floki Gustafsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jamal Wilson.
Wilson can't get the takedown.
Gustafsson lands a shot to the body.
Gustafsson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Gustafsson is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Gustafsson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Floki Gustafsson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gustafsson lands an elbow inside.
Gustafsson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jamal Wilson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gustafsson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Gustafsson lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Floki Gustafsson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gustafsson 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:26
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:25
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Floki Gustafsson!
Floki Gustafsson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
CFN 5
Date: Jul 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Berget on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Gustafsson defending well as Berget loads up on a big left hand.
Berget walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Floki Gustafsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Berget uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gustafsson.
A combination from Gustafsson does no damage.
Gustafsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Berget keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Berget avoids the body shot from Gustafsson.
Berget is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gustafsson.
Berget throws an overhand right that lands on Gustafsson's shoulder, as Gustafsson tries to avoid the shot.
Berget throws a hook but Gustafsson blocks it.
Gustafsson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Berget was well out of range. Poor timing from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafsson lands a right hook to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gustafsson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Gustafsson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Berget.
Berget feinted with a counter takedown.
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!
Berget misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson slips under a jab.#T1#
Berget missing with a left hand there. Gustafsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gustafsson blocks a jab.
Berget throws a looping overhand right but Gustafsson ducks down to avoid it.
Gustafsson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Gustafsson slips a straight right by Berget.
Berget throws a hook to the side of Gustafsson's head but Gustafsson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gustafsson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gustafsson throws out a loose jab but Berget uses good head movement to avoid it.
Berget throws an overhand right that lands on Gustafsson's shoulder, as Gustafsson tries to avoid the shot.
Berget throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gustafsson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gustafsson blocks a jab.
Sloppy strikes from Gustafsson. Those never looked like landing.
Gustafsson thows a body kick. Berget tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Gustafsson throws out a loose jab but Berget uses good head movement to avoid it.
Berget tries to counter with a takedown but Gustafsson is quick to defend against it.
Gustafsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Berget attempts a counter takedown but Gustafsson avoids it well and moves away.
Berget throws a lazy right hand but Gustafsson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Berget is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gustafsson. #T2#
Gustafsson throws a shot to the body.
Berget looks to land a right hand but Gustafsson moved out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gustafsson. Berget does a little dance to reset his feet.
Berget throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Berget has been working on his balance at The Axis of Evil, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Gustafsson.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gustafsson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Berget.
The fighters circling - Berget throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gustafsson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Berget with a body shot.
Gustafsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Gustafsson looks to score with a jab to the body but Berget is just out of range.
Berget is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Gustafsson slips a jab from Berget.
Gustafsson misses with a body shot.
Berget takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL#
Berget has managed to clinch.
Gustafsson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Berget misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Berget tries to work over Gustafsson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T3#
Gustafsson can't find room to land a body shot as Berget controls the action.
Berget jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Gustafsson walks away with a smile on his face. Berget gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Gustafsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Berget thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Gustafsson rushes Berget and presses him up against the cage.
Gustafsson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Berget is keeping busy.
Berget tries to throw a body punch but Gustafsson avoids it by throwing Berget back against the cage.
Berget tries to work over Gustafsson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gustafsson lands an uppercut.
Berget misses with a body punch.
Berget tries to work over Gustafsson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Berget prevents a body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson looking to throw knees to the head but Berget is blocking nicely.
Berget can't find room to land a body shot as Gustafsson controls the action.
Gustafsson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Berget seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Gustafsson can turn it around.
Gustafsson prevents a body shot from Berget.
Berget tries a body shot but Gustafsson blocks it.
Berget misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
Gustafsson tries to throw a body punch but Berget avoids it by throwing Gustafsson back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Gustafsson.
Berget doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Berget tries a body shot but Gustafsson blocks it.
Gustafsson blocks a body shot from Berget. #TD#
Berget gets control of Gustafsson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Berget will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Gustafsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Berget is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Berget has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Gustafsson should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Berget has tightened it up now! Gustafsson 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 4:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Evan Berget!
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Event:
CFN 1
Date: May 28, 2016 |
#R1#
A jab from Smith does it's job there.
Gustafsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smith is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Smith misses with a few strikes there.
Gustafsson throws a shot to the body.
Smith throws a shot to the body.
Smith tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gustafsson defends well and Smith ends up having to push Gustafsson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Gustafsson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gustafsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Gustafsson misses with a series of wild punches.
Gustafsson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Smith.
Gustafsson lands with a straight right. Smith didn't see that one coming.
A jab from Gustafsson does it's job there.
Gustafsson throws the left hand but Smith avoids the punch easily.
Gustafsson looks to land a combination but Smith avoids it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gustafsson tries to land a front kick but Smith steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Gustafsson misses with a low kick.
Smith is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gustafsson with a body shot.
Smith jabs Gustafsson to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
Gustafsson misses with a looping left.
Smith closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Gustafsson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Smith.
Gustafsson keeps the fight on the outside.
Smith tries to clinch but Gustafsson moves out of range.
Gustafsson stalks Smith and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Smith's face. Smith staggers backwards, shaken.
Gustafsson connects with a body shot.
Smith throws a sloppy head kick and Gustafsson moves out of range easily.
Smith misses with the combination.
Gustafsson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Smith misses with a head kick.
Smith slips under a jab from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson scores with a three punch combo!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith shoots in looking for a takedown but Gustafsson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Smith's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T2#
Gustafsson throws a body punch but Smith moves out of range.
Smith is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson scores with a hook to the body. Smith takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Smith shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gustafsson as he avoids it easily.
Floki Gustafsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Callum Smith.
Gustafsson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gustafsson wants it to stay on the feet.
Gustafsson catches Smith with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Gustafsson swings for the body but Smith moves out of range.
Gustafsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smith.
Smith only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Gustafsson.
Smith tries to clinch but Gustafsson moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Gustafsson. Those never looked like landing.
Smith uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gustafsson.
Smith tries to clinch up
and Gustafsson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Smith slips a jab from Gustafsson.
Smith throws a left and a right that both miss
and Gustafsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Smith takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Floki Gustafsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Smith goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Gustafsson throws a big counter combination but Smith scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Gustafsson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gustafsson throws a body punch but Smith moves out of range.
Gustafsson misses with a wild body shot.
Gustafsson just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Smith was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gustafsson misses with a wild body shot.
Gustafsson lands a nice shot to the body.
Gustafsson swings for the body but Smith moves out of range.
Gustafsson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A clash of legs there as Gustafsson blocks the low kick.#CL#
Smith gets tackled into the cage by Gustafsson. Gustafsson maintains the clinch.
Smith prevents a body shot from Gustafsson. #T4#
Gustafsson trying to land knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gustafsson.
Smith throws a punch but it's blocked by Gustafsson.
Gustafsson is leaning against Smith and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gustafsson tries to throw a body punch but Smith avoids it by throwing Gustafsson back against the cage.
Gustafsson avoids the elbow strike from Smith, against the cage.
Smith takes a shot to the head.
Smith tries to score a body lock takedown but Gustafsson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Smith looks winded!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Gustafsson as Smith tries to tie him up. #BC#
Gustafsson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gustafsson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Gustafsson duly obliges.
Smith wants to clinch.
Gustafsson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Smith misses with a kick to the body.
Gustafsson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Smith looks for the body kick but Gustafsson saw that one coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floki Gustafsson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Gustafsson clinches up against the cage.
Smith throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Smith is trying to break the clinch but Gustafsson has him pressed against the cage.
Smith looking to slow down the pace here.#BC#
Gustafsson manages to break the clinch.
Gustafsson misses with a right hand
and Smith counters with a nice uppercut.
Smith has a takedown stuffed.
Gustafsson leaves Smith with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
As Smith backs away, Gustafsson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gustafsson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smith.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good exchange - Gustafsson coming out on top.
Nice jab there from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gustafsson misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Smith connects with a high kick.
Smith blocks a jab.
Gustafsson is looking to wear down Smith with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Gustafsson swats away the attempt to clinch by Smith.
Gustafsson lands a nice shot to the body.
Callum Smith is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Smith swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A quick step to the side and Gustafsson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smith lands a nice leg kick that just misses Gustafsson's sensitive parts.
Gustafsson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Smith's sensitive parts.
Gustafsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Smith. Gustafsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Gustafsson misses the target.
Smith moves out of range of the strikes.
Smith wants to clinch.#T2#
Smith stuns Gustafsson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gustafsson just misses with a punch to the body.
Gustafsson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Gustafsson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Smith sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Floki Gustafsson is winning the standup battle so far.
Gustafsson throws an overhand right that lands on Smith's shoulder, as Smith tries to avoid the shot.
Gustafsson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Smith throws a right and a left that Gustafsson avoids nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smith tries to clinch
and Gustafsson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Smith thinking.
Smith has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Gustafsson finds it's way round the side to connect with Smith's head.
Gustafsson misses with a body shot.
Smith is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Smith throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A combination from Gustafsson does no damage. #T3#
Smith avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gustafsson misses the shot to the body.
Gustafsson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Smith ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
As Gustafsson backs off Smith throws a huge counter combo but Gustafsson manages to avoid it all.
Gustafsson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Gustafsson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Gustafsson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gustafsson leaves Smith with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Gustafsson misses its target.
Floki Gustafsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Callum Smith.
Gustafsson blocks a low kick nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Gustafsson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gustafsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smith.
#TD2#
Smith looking to score a takedown here. Gustafsson is defending well but Smith drives through and ends up in Gustafsson's guard.
Gustafsson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Smith dives into side control.
Smith is breathing heavily.#REVR#
Gustafsson pushes Smith away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Smith gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Gustafsson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gustafsson wants to get back to his feet but Smith is dominant here and he's now got Gustafsson's back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floki Gustafsson 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#
Smith on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Smith tried to score with a low kick but Gustafsson checks it.
Smith swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gustafsson counters with a straight right hand.
Gustafsson cracks a nice hook into Smith's ribs.
Smith shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gustafsson lands a nice shot that snaps Smith's head back.
Smith throws a lazy body kick
and Gustafsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Smith misses with a hook. Gustafsson ducked under it nicely.
Gustafsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Smith tries to close the distance and clinch but Gustafsson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafsson throws a right hand that Smith ducks under and follows up with a left that Smith also avoids with ease.
Gustafsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smith can do to turn this around?
Smith on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Smith cracks the inside of Gustafsson's front leg.
Gustafsson throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T1#
Smith misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gustafsson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Smith takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Smith is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gustafsson is looking to chop away at Smith's legs.
Smith shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gustafsson as he avoids it easily.
Smith takes a jab right on the kisser.
Smith shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gustafsson but Gustafsson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Floki Gustafsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Callum Smith.
Smith closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Gustafsson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smith.
Smith shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Gustafsson rushes Smith and presses him up against the cage.
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!
Gustafsson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Smith up against the cage.
Callum Smith has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Gustafsson tries to work over Smith's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Gustafsson.
Smith using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Gustafsson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smith misses with an elbow strike.
Gustafsson lands a nice shot to the body.
Gustafsson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Gustafsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gustafsson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Smith slowing the pace effectively.
Stalling in the clinch from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson blocks an elbow strike from Smith.
Gustafsson is struggling to control the position.
Smith tries to work over Gustafsson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Gustafsson lands a body punch.
Gustafsson just leaning against Smith, taking a breather. #BC#
Gustafsson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Smith moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Gustafsson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Smith doesn't manage to clinch there - Gustafsson circles away.
Gustafsson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CUT#
It looks like Callum Smith has been cut.
Smith misses with a head kick.
Gustafsson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smith thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gustafsson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gustafsson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Smith shoots in looking for a takedown but Gustafsson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Smith's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Smith misses with a wild combination.
#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gustafsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smith.
Gustafsson scores with a nice right hand.
Smith drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Gustafsson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smith misses with a body kick.
Gustafsson misses with a wild body shot.
Gustafsson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Gustafsson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gustafsson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smith was well out of range. Poor timing from Gustafsson.
Sloppy strikes from Smith. Those never looked like landing.
Gustafsson fails to land with a series of punches.
Smith slips a jab from Gustafsson.
Floki Gustafsson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Smith has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Gustafsson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Smith looks to throw the jab but Gustafsson is out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Floki Gustafsson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Gustafsson, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Floki Gustafsson!
A victorious Floki Gustafsson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Callum Smith was interviewed post fight and said 'I was unlucky tonight; I could have done better but well done to my opponent. Right now its about getting back to the gym, putting the graft in and getting better, Thank You All!'.
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Event:
QFC Tournament 607 Round 2
Date: Mar 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Gustafsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Puimakone cracks Gustafsson with a right hand to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gustafsson. Puimakone does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Puimakone on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Puimakone ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gustafsson moves away.
Puimakone misses with a straight right.
Puimakone throws a hook to the side of Gustafsson's head but Gustafsson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A quick step to the side and Gustafsson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gustafsson walks into a stiff left hand from Puimakone.
Nice uppercut lands for Puimakone. That snapped Gustafsson's head back.
Puimakone moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Gustafsson swinging wildly here.
Puimakone blocks a jab.
Gustafsson tries to bum rush Puimakone with a series of wild strikes but Puimakone uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Puimakone looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Puimakone fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gustafsson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gustafsson takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Puimakone avoids the body shot from Gustafsson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gustafsson. Puimakone does a little dance to reset his feet.
Puimakone is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gustafsson with a body shot.
Puimakone getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Puimakone doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Puimakone digs a good hook to Gustafsson's body.
Gustafsson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Gustafsson throws a right hand that Puimakone ducks under and follows up with a left that Puimakone also avoids with ease.
A jab lands there for Puimakone.
Puimakone cracks a nice hook into Gustafsson's ribs.
Gustafsson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Puimakone manages to avoid it.
Gustafsson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gustafsson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Puimakone darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Gustafsson is looking to wear down Puimakone with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Puimakone connects with a single shot there.#T2#
Puimakone takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Puimakone lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Puimakone misses the shot to the body.
Puimakone swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gustafsson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Gustafsson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Gustafsson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Puimakone moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Puimakone lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Puimakone takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Gustafsson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Puimakone moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gustafsson swings widly with a right hand
and Puimakone counters with a nice body shot.
Puimakone takes a swing at Gustafsson's ribcage but misses.
Gustafsson is looking to counter punch.
Gustafsson throws a big shot that misses.
Gustafsson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Puimakone counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Gustafsson misses with a straight left.
A nice combination there by Gustafsson.
Gustafsson throws a body punch but Puimakone moves out of range.
Puimakone rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Gustafsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Puimakone scores with a hook to the body. Gustafsson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Gustafsson throws a shot from downtown. Puimakone moves away and avoids it.
Puimakone ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Gustafsson wants to clinch up but Puimakone keeps it at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Puimakone looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gustafsson misses the body punch #CL2#
and Puimakone holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Puimakone swings wildly with an uppercut but Gustafsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Puimakone scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T4#
Gustafsson lands a shoulder strike.
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!
Gustafsson stalling the fight.
Gustafsson prevents a body shot from Puimakone.
Gustafsson throws a head punch that misses.
Gustafsson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Gustafsson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Puimakone up against the cage.
Gustafsson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Puimakone.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Puimakone as Gustafsson tries to tie him up.
Gustafsson stalling against the cage.
Puimakone throws a punch but it's blocked by Gustafsson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Naksuttava Puimakone dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Gustafsson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Puimakones jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Naksuttava Puimakone seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Puimakone lands a jab to Gustafsson's midsection.
A swing and a miss from Gustafsson.
A slow jab from Gustafsson misses its intended target.
Puimakone uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gustafsson.
The fighters circling - Puimakone throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Gustafsson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Puimakone.
Gustafsson takes a swing at Puimakone's ribcage but misses.
Puimakone lands with a right hand.
Gustafsson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Puimakone connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafsson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Puimakone throws a big shot that misses.
Gustafsson just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Puimakone darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Gustafsson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Puimakone scores with a jab to the head.
Gustafsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gustafsson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Puimakone throws out the jab.
Gustafsson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Puimakone has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Puimakone lands a nice hook to Gustafsson's body. Gustafsson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Gustafsson keeps the fight on the outside.
Gustafsson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Puimakone.
Puimakone takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Gustafsson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Puimakone throws out the jab.
Gustafsson throws a series of punches but Puimakone moves out of range.
Puimakone now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Gustafsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2#
Puimakone throws a good cross that connects.
Gustafsson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Puimakone counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Gustafsson thinking.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gustafsson misses the shot to the body.
Gustafsson misses with a hook.
Gustafsson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Puimakone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands with a shot to the body.
Gustafsson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Gustafsson swats away the attempt to clinch by Puimakone.
Nice straight punches there by Puimakone. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Puimakone.
Puimakone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gustafsson.
#T3#
Puimakone connects with a single shot there.
Puimakone swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gustafsson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Puimakone avoids the body shot from Gustafsson.
Puimakone tries to clinch up but Gustafsson circles away and keeps his distance.
Puimakone pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gustafsson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Puimakone throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gustafsson on the side of the head.
Gustafsson misses with a wild body shot.
Gustafsson throws a big shot that misses.
Gustafsson misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Gustafsson finds it's way through Puimakone's defenses.
Gustafsson throws a right and a left that Puimakone avoids nicely.
Puimakone doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
Gustafsson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Gustafsson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Puimakone throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gustafsson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gustafsson throws a body kick that misses.
Gustafsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Puimakone moves away.
Gustafsson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Puimakone lands a slapping body shot.
Puimakone connects with a right hand. Gustafsson shakes it off.
Puimakone with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Good standup being displayed there by Gustafsson as he connects with a hook.
Puimakone avoids the body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Naksuttava Puimakone showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Puimakone missing with a left hand there. Gustafsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Puimakone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gustafsson.
Gustafsson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Puimakone connects with a single shot there.
Puimakone catches Gustafsson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Puimakone keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Puimakone.
Gustafsson throws a body punch but Puimakone moves out of range.
Gustafsson just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Puimakone on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puimakone scores with a nice head shot.
Gustafsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Puimakone.
Puimakone digs a good hook to Gustafsson's body.
Gustafsson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Gustafsson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1#
Gustafsson takes one to the side of the head.
Puimakone scores with a nice right hand.
Puimakone scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Gustafsson misses with a two punch combination.
Puimakone misses with an uppercut. Gustafsson saw that one coming.
Gustafsson is looking to counter punch.
Gustafsson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Gustafsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Puimakone.
Gustafsson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The fighters circle momentarily. Puimakone darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Puimakone swings widly with a right hand
and Gustafsson counters with a left and a right that stings Puimakone.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Puimakone pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gustafsson cracks Puimakone with an open hand slap.
Gustafsson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T2#
Gustafsson throws a push kick but Puimakone slaps the foot to one side.
Puimakone connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Gustafsson throws a series of punches but Puimakone avoids them all with ease.
Gustafsson looks to score with a jab to the body but Puimakone is just out of range.
Puimakone swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gustafsson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Puimakone.
Gustafsson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Puimakone throws a sloppy body shot
and Gustafsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Gustafsson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by Gustafsson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gustafsson.
A jab from Puimakone finds it's way through Gustafsson's defenses.
Puimakone throws out a loose jab but Gustafsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gustafsson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T3#
Gustafsson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A left lands for Puimakone.
Gustafsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Puimakone moves away.
Puimakone dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gustafsson walks into a jab.
Puimakone throws a big shot that misses.
Gustafsson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Gustafsson looks for the body kick but Puimakone saw that one coming.
Puimakone bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Gustafsson's head backwards.
Gustafsson throws a right hand that misses
and Puimakone counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gustafsson throws a right hand that Puimakone ducks under and follows up with a left that Puimakone also avoids with ease.
Gustafsson tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Puimakone counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Gustafsson ducks under a wild hook from Puimakone.
Gustafsson throws out a loose jab but Puimakone uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gustafsson sets himself, and Puimakone steps forward looking for the clinch! Gustafsson avoids it this time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A lazy left from Puimakone finds it's target.
Gustafsson wants to land a leg kick but Puimakone is out of range.
Puimakone throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gustafsson on the side of the head.
Gustafsson stuns Puimakone with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gustafsson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Gustafsson just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Puimakone misses the target.
Floki Gustafsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gustafsson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Puimakone throws out a counter right but Gustafsson avoids it with no problem.
And that's the end of the fight!
Naksuttava Puimakone comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Puimakone 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 Nard Betker scores the fight for Naksuttava Puimakone!
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight for Naksuttava Puimakone!
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight for Naksuttava Puimakone!
Naksuttava Puimakone wins by unanimous decision!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 607 Round 1
Date: Mar 25, 2016 |
#R1#
On fails in his attempt to clinch.
A nice side step and Gustafsson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gustafsson checks a leg kick.
Gustafsson lands a right hook to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Gustafsson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gustafsson.
Gustafsson looks for the body kick but On saw that one coming.
On quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Gustafsson lands a jab to the nose.
On tries to clinch but Gustafsson is having none of it.
Gustafsson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but On checks it well.
On takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gustafsson throws a shot from downtown. On moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafsson misses with a body kick.
Gustafsson misses with a low kick.
On fails with an attempt to clinch.
Gustafsson connects with a body shot that sends On's belly button to the back.
Gustafsson misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Gustafsson. No joy for On on that attempt.
On shoots for a double leg takedown but Gustafsson sprawls well. He's pushed On's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gustafsson throws out a counter right but On avoids it with no problem.
On tries to clinch there but Gustafsson circles away.
Gustafsson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
On tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gustafsson swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Li On. That's going to take a lot out of him.
On fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gustafsson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
On looks to score with a jab to the body but Gustafsson is just out of range.
On shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gustafsson as he avoids it easily.
On closes the distance looking to clinch
and Gustafsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gustafsson misses with an attempted mid kick.
#CL2#
Gustafsson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2#
Nice body punch from Gustafsson - that landed with a thud.
Gustafsson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
On is trying to break the clinch but Gustafsson is controlling him.
Gustafsson stops a takedown attempt from On.
Gustafsson pushes On back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Gustafsson.
On is breathing heavily.
Gustafsson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Gustafsson just leaning against On, taking a breather.
Gustafsson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Gustafsson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gustafsson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and On avoids it.
On is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
On tries for a takedown but Gustafsson manages to get underhooks.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
On prevents a body shot from Gustafsson. #T3#
Gustafsson misses with a knee to the head.
Gustafsson misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right hand to the body from Gustafsson.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson tries to throw a body punch but On avoids it by throwing Gustafsson back against the cage.
Gustafsson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down On.
Gustafsson lands an uppercut.
A short right from Gustafsson on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gustafsson.
On could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Gustafsson can't find room to land a body shot as On controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Gustafsson as the two fighters clinch.
Gustafsson stalling.
Gustafsson misses with an elbow strike.
Gustafsson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gustafsson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with On's elbow. #T4#
Gustafsson digs a right hand into On's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on On's gas tank.
Gustafsson digs a right hand into On's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on On's gas tank.
Gustafsson digs a right hand underneath On's ribcage. On let out a lung full of air as it connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gustafsson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Gustafsson lands a left hand.
Gustafsson digs a right hand into On's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on On's gas tank.
Gustafsson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Gustafsson cracks On with a nice body shot.
Gustafsson lands a shoulder strike.
Gustafsson is working On over against the cage.
Gustafsson is leaning against On and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Gustafsson lands a left hand.
Gustafsson lands a hook to the side of the head.
On on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Gustafsson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt On or not.
Gustafsson lands a left hand that snaps the head of On backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floki Gustafsson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Gustafsson lands with a hook. On tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
On fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Gustafsson counters by moving into the clinch.
Gustafsson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Gustafsson lands with a left to the head.
Gustafsson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Gustafsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gustafsson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Floki Gustafsson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
On is trying to push Gustafsson away but Gustafsson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Gustafsson creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Gustafsson gets through On's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Gustafsson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hand to the body from Gustafsson.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Gustafsson lands a body punch.
Gustafsson is working On over against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Gustafsson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gustafsson slowing the pace effectively.#T1#
On takes a shot to the head.
Gustafsson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Gustafsson with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A hook to the body from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Gustafsson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ons head.
Gustafsson lands with a right to the head.
Gustafsson lands a left hand.
#ROC2#
On is rocked!
Gustafsson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Oh On is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Gustafsson is struggling to control the position.
On seems to have got his legs back now.
Gustafsson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of On backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Gustafsson.
#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gustafsson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Gustafsson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from Gustafsson.
On is trying to drag Gustafsson to the mat but Gustafsson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Gustafsson stalling the fight.
Gustafsson scores with a nice hook to the head.
A hook to the body from Gustafsson.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Gustafsson lands with a light punch inside.
Gustafsson lands with a short shot to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Gustafsson.
#T3#
Gustafsson creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Gustafsson presses On against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Gustafsson scores with a shot to the side of On's head.
Gustafsson lands an elbow inside that On shrugs off.
Gustafsson scores with a shot to the side of On's head.
A nice left hand lands by Gustafsson.
Gustafsson slowing the pace effectively.
Gustafsson lands an uppercut.
Gustafsson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down On.
Gustafsson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down On.
A short right from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Gustafsson scores with a hook to the body.
On blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T4#
Gustafsson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of On backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice body punch from Gustafsson - that landed with a thud.
Gustafsson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Gustafsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gustafsson missing with knees to the body.
Gustafsson lands a body punch.
Gustafsson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. On is defending well for now.
Gustafsson lands with a right to the head.
Gustafsson lands a hook that snaps the head of On backwards.
Gustafsson lands with a right to the head.
Gustafsson digs a right hand underneath On's ribcage. On let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Gustafsson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right from Gustafsson on the inside.
Gustafsson cracks On with a nice body shot.
A hook to the body from Gustafsson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floki Gustafsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gustafsson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Gustafsson connects with a body shot.
Gustafsson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gustafsson wants it to stay on the feet.
Gustafsson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from On.
Gustafsson's jab looks to have found its range, popping On under the eye.
On on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Gustafsson lands a right hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustafsson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between On's hands.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gustafsson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gustafsson. That's going to slow On down.
Good work by Gustafsson as he checks the leg kick.#T1#
On fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gustafsson avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Li On. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gustafsson throws a leg kick but On sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gustafsson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Some wild striking there from Gustafsson.
A left lands for Gustafsson.
Gustafsson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between On's hands.
Gustafsson tries to work over On's front leg with a kick but On checks it.
On throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Gustafsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Gustafsson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. On doesn't seem bothered though. #T2#
Gustafsson misses with a low kick.
On avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Gustafsson lands an overhand right.
Gustafsson lands a jab.
Gustafsson is looking to chop away at On's legs.
On gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gustafsson misses with a kick to the body.
On throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gustafsson's waist but Gustafsson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing On off to one side.
Gustafsson tests On's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gustafsson's corner calls for a 1-2. Gustafsson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL2#
Gustafsson drives through and clinches with On against the cage.
#T3#
Gustafsson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Gustafsson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with On's elbow.
Gustafsson scores with a shot to the side of On's head.
On prevents a body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down On.
Gustafsson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and On avoids it.
Gustafsson lands a left hand that snaps the head of On backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Gustafsson lands with a right to the head.
Gustafsson stalls.
Nice body punch from Gustafsson - that landed with a thud.
Gustafsson lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
On tries to stall but Gustafsson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Gustafsson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Gustafsson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of On backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gustafsson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Gustafsson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gustafsson avoiding damage.
Gustafsson lands an uppercut.
Good body shot from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ons head.
Gustafsson has On pushed against the cage.
Gustafsson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning On up against the cage.
Li On has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Floki Gustafsson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A bit of stalling here from Gustafsson.
The crowd are getting on Gustafsson's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Floki Gustafsson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gustafsson 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 Saam Ante scores the fight for Floki Gustafsson!
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight for Floki Gustafsson!
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight for Floki Gustafsson!
Floki Gustafsson wins by unanimous decision!
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