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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 19, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Gabriel moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
MacArthur Jnr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD#
Gabriel scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Gabriel in side control, just content to control the action for now.
MacArthur Jnr manages to work his way to half guard, despite Gabriel 's best efforts.
MacArthur Jnr wants to control but Gabriel is keeping busy and won't allow it.
MacArthur Jnr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for MacArthur Jnr.#SUB#
Gabriel has gone for a leg lock! MacArthur Jnr slips out almost immediately though and dives into Gabriel 's guard.#REVB#
MacArthur Jnr preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control the position from guard on top but Gabriel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB#
Gabriel looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gabriel looking for a sweep. Not yet Gabriel , not yet.
MacArthur Jnr is stalling in the full guard.
Gabriel keeping moving, preventing MacArthur Jnr from controlling successfully. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Gabriel working a defensive guard here.
Gabriel keeping moving, preventing MacArthur Jnr from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Gabriel fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. MacArthur Jnr sprawls well initially but Gabriel persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Gabriel working the head and body with strikes.
MacArthur Jnr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gabriel 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gabriel 's back!
MacArthur Jnr is hanging on to Gabriel 's back as he tries to escape.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
MacArthur Jnr thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Gabriel tries to break free.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T4#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - MacArthur Jnr's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to stick to Gabriel 's back but Gabriel is turning into MacArthur Jnr. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in MacArthur Jnr's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Gabriel .#SUB2#
MacArthur Jnr throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Gabriel escapes and throws MacArthur Jnr's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Gabriel wants to lay and pray for a moment but MacArthur Jnr keeps working.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gabriel controlling from side mount.
Gabriel wants to control but MacArthur Jnr is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Martez Gabriel dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Gabriel tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but MacArthur Jnr defends well and Gabriel ends up having to push MacArthur Jnr into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gabriel blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gabriel jumps guard but MacArthur Jnr stands there with Gabriel around his waist. Gabriel gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD#
Gabriel gets control of MacArthur Jnr's arms and successfully pulls guard. Gabriel will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Gabriel being controlled here, momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Gabriel is proving hard to escape from.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control but Gabriel is working from the bottom. #T1#
Gabriel controlling the position.#SUB#
Gabriel has his foot on MacArthur Jnr's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. MacArthur Jnr works his way back into a safe position though.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Gabriel is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gabriel fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Martez Gabriel . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gabriel fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it well.
Gabriel falls off balance throwing a combination
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Gabriel ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Gabriel changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr is looking to chop away at Gabriel 's legs.
Gabriel fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Martez Gabriel is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Gabriel .
Gabriel tries to counter by moving into the clinch but MacArthur Jnr manages to circle out of the way.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gabriel sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Gabriel has closed the distance and engaged MacArthur Jnr in a clinch.
#TD#
Gabriel has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics MacArthur Jnr uses from the top position.
MacArthur Jnr wants to stand but Gabriel is controlling his posture from full guard.
MacArthur Jnr sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gabriel works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gabriel pulls MacArthur Jnr in close to prevent any damage.
MacArthur Jnr controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control the position from guard on top but Gabriel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
MacArthur Jnr pushes down on Gabriel 's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
MacArthur Jnr throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
MacArthur Jnr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gabriel does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
MacArthur Jnr is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Gabriel is looking to control MacArthur Jnr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gabriel avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
Gabriel ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gabriel throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a right and a left that both miss.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a two punch combination.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Gabriel saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Gabriel . #CL#
Gabriel has managed to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with some punches.
MacArthur Jnr throws a punch but it's blocked by Gabriel .
MacArthur Jnr blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gabriel fails to pull guard.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr misses with some punches.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to break free.
MacArthur Jnr wants to break the clinch but can't.
Gabriel tries to pull guard but MacArthur Jnr forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr is trying to break the clinch but Gabriel has him pressed against the cage.
Gabriel creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through MacArthur Jnr's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
The referee is keeping an eye on Gabriel - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr has a couple of punches blocked by Gabriel .
Gabriel changes levels and goes for a takedown here. MacArthur Jnr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Martez Gabriel . That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacArthur Jnr throws an off balance right hand
and Gabriel counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Gabriel slips a jab and a cross from MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
Gabriel wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gabriel fails with an attempt to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Gabriel moves out of range. #T2#
Gabriel dives in for a single leg takedown but MacArthur Jnr sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, MacArthur Jnr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Gabriel tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. MacArthur Jnr smiles and moves away.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Gabriel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gabriel has a takedown stuffed.
MacArthur Jnr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Gabriel attempts a counter takedown but MacArthur Jnr avoids it well and moves away.
Gabriel shoots in looking for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Gabriel 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gabriel blocks a jab.
Gabriel misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Gabriel is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to chop away at Gabriel 's legs.
Gabriel fails with the takedown.
Gabriel throws the kick towards the body but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
Gabriel tries to clinch there but MacArthur Jnr circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A punch combination from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Gabriel darts in looking for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr gets double underhooks and turns Gabriel into the cage. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Gabriel is trying to pull guard but MacArthur Jnr turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with an uppercut but Gabriel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gabriel is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables MacArthur Jnr to keep the fight standing.
MacArthur Jnr can't break the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr wants to break the clinch but can't.
Gabriel looking for a takedown.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Gabriel breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gabriel gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think MacArthur Jnr has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 05, 2024 |
#R1#
Legend Jr shoots in but MacArthur Jnr avoids the takedown attempt easily.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy right hand. Legend Jr should have avoided that one.
No luck for Legend Jr with that takedown attempt.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Legend Jr with a good jab.
MacArthur Jnr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Legend Jr throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Legend Jr tries to clinch but MacArthur Jnr moves away
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Legend Jr shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sigandi Legend Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Legend Jr drops his hands momentarily. MacArthur Jnr doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Legend Jr staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Legend Jr doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
A very excited looking Robert MacArthur Jnr made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 15, 2023 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a series of punches but Mazepin moves out of range.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Mazepin with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#It looks like Fedor Mazepin has been cut.
Mazepin walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mazepin moves out of range of the leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mazepin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it but Mazepin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag MacArthur Jnr to the ground. MacArthur Jnr escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
MacArthur Jnr will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mazepin moves away.
MacArthur Jnr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mazepin shoots in looking for a takedown. MacArthur Jnr tries to sprawl out of it but Mazepin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. MacArthur Jnr manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Mazepin ducked under it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Mazepin! He's just covering up as MacArthur Jnr starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr very nearly forgot to thank Furnace Performance 🔥 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
Fedor Mazepin spoke after the fight, saying 'until next time'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 02, 2023 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And Mazepin tries to counter it with a takedown but MacArthur Jnr pushes his down on his head and steps out.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a body kick but Mazepin moved away.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Mazepin moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy body shot
#TD2#
and Mazepin counters with a nice double leg into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mazepin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mazepin scoring with some ground and pound.
MacArthur Jnr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mazepin is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mazepin is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mazepin is one step ahead there.
Mazepin throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Mazepin's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
MacArthur Jnr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Mazepin is looking for a triangle but MacArthur Jnr pushes his legs off easily.
MacArthur Jnr wanted to stand there but Mazepin had control of the position.
MacArthur Jnr controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Mazepin has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
MacArthur Jnr working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
Mazepin throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
MacArthur Jnr looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
MacArthur Jnr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
MacArthur Jnr has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
MacArthur Jnr postures up in Mazepin's guard and throws a big left but Mazepin blocks it. #SUB2#
Mazepin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacArthur Jnr defends well.#SUB2#
Mazepin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MacArthur Jnr manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
MacArthur Jnr showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Mazepin looking for a guillotine here but MacArthur Jnr defends easily.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mazepin ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
As MacArthur Jnr backs off Mazepin throws a huge counter combo but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it all.
A head kick misses from MacArthur Jnr. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Mazepin wants to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr keeps it at a distance.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
Mazepin throws a counter combo.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mazepin manages to avoid it.
Mazepin is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mazepin.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Mazepin.
Mazepin moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A telegraphed right hand from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr connects with the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Fedor Mazepin's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT#That has opened up Fedor Mazepin's cut even more.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a hook. Mazepin tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
MacArthur Jnr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mazepin slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Mazepin's head.
Fedor Mazepin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice straight punches there by MacArthur Jnr. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of MacArthur Jnr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazepin blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT#The cut above Fedor Mazepin's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr sizes up Mazepin with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
Mazepin tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but MacArthur Jnr defends well and Mazepin ends up having to push MacArthur Jnr into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr works Mazepin's body with a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mazepin can do to turn this around?
Mazepin is breathing heavily.#KD#
MacArthur Jnr feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Mazepin sprawling to the canvas! Mazepin rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can MacArthur Jnr finish him?!
#ROC#Mazepin is rocked!
Mazepin tries to get into range but MacArthur Jnr steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Mazepin! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! MacArthur Jnr scores the big KO victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr very nearly forgot to thank Furnace Performance 🔥 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
Fedor Mazepin was interviewed post fight and said 'until next time'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 27, 2023 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fujimoto walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fujimoto uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr scores with the left hand. Fujimoto knows he should have avoided that one.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the jaw.
Fujimoto takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fujimoto under the eye.
A punch lands to the side of Fujimoto 's head but he takes it in his stride.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy head kick
and Fujimoto cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fujimoto throws a sloppy head kick and MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Fujimoto on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T1#
Fujimoto takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
It looks like MacArthur Jnr has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the body
and Fujimoto cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Fujimoto at a distance.
Fujimoto looks winded!
Fujimoto throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Fujimoto moves forwards but MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice, crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#KD#
MacArthur Jnr cracks Fujimoto with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. MacArthur Jnr has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Fujimoto to stand back up!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a body kick
and Fujimoto counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr tests Fujimoto's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T2#
Fujimoto walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Fujimoto throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a thumping low kick.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Fujimoto with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Fujimoto on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
Fujimoto takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
MacArthur Jnr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fujimoto's head.#KD#
MacArthur Jnr lands a big uppercut and Fujimoto crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Fujimoto looks OK. MacArthur Jnr waves Fujimoto back to his feet!#ROC#Fujimoto is rocked!#T3#
Fujimoto takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fujimoto is still on wobbly legs! Can MacArthur Jnr finish him?
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Fujimoto moves out of range.
Fujimoto looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fujimoto seems to have recovered his senses.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr drops Fujimoto with a straight right hand, right on the button! MacArthur Jnr follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
An out of breath and clearly excited Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked Furnace Performance 🔥 for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Fire avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Fire looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
As Fire backs away, MacArthur Jnr returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
MacArthur Jnr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
and Fire counters with a left to the body. #TD2#
Fire scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Fire taking a breather here.
Fire works to advance to full mount. MacArthur Jnr defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
MacArthur Jnr takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Fire trying to control but MacArthur Jnr is having none of it.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Fire controlling the pace for now.
Fire pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Fire landing strikes, looking to finish!
MacArthur Jnr is squirming around, avoiding Fire's attempts to control the action.
MacArthur Jnr in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Fire cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
MacArthur Jnr can't escape the position.
MacArthur Jnr bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
MacArthur Jnr seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Fire has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Fire is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2#
Fire looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control the position from guard on top but Fire is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacArthur Jnr looking to sit in guard and control but Fire gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Fire told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Fire is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacArthur Jnr is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Fire stays in close to MacArthur Jnr's body and controls the position. #T3#
Fire wants to control from the top but MacArthur Jnr keeps moving.
Fire controlling from the top position.
Fire stands up over MacArthur Jnr, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Fire cracks MacArthur Jnr with a solid left hand.
Fire works over MacArthur Jnr with some ground and pound from guard.
Fire content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Fire wants to control from the top but MacArthur Jnr keeps moving.
Fire scoring with some ground and pound.
MacArthur Jnr knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Fire on the ground.
Fire chips away with some ground and pound.
MacArthur Jnr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Fire keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.#ROC2#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!#T4#
MacArthur Jnr being controlled here, momentarily.
Fire makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Oh MacArthur Jnr is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fire defends well.
MacArthur Jnr seems to have got his legs back now.
Fire connects with a couple of short punches.
Fire lands a couple of digs.
Fire trying to control but MacArthur Jnr is working from the bottom.
Fire connects with a couple of short punches.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fire is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fire looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Spinning Fire dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
MacArthur Jnr gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Fire gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! MacArthur Jnr is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spinning Fire!
An out of breath Spinning Fire thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 29, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Frostulfsson moves into range and clinches up with MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to force a seperation but Frostulfsson has the dominant position.
Frostulfsson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#BC2#
MacArthur Jnr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Orn Frostulfsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacArthur Jnr looks winded!
Frostulfsson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as MacArthur Jnr sprawls well. MacArthur Jnr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Frostulfsson gets slowly back to his feet.
Frostulfsson swinging wildly here.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Frostulfsson clinches.
Frostulfsson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T1#
Frostulfsson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. MacArthur Jnr defends it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a left hand
and Frostulfsson counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Frostulfsson closes the distance and clinches.
Frostulfsson is stalling here.
Frostulfsson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Frostulfsson drops down looking for an ankle pick but MacArthur Jnr pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orn Frostulfsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Frostulfsson saw that one coming.#CL#
Frostulfsson moves into the clinch successfully.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr misses with the head strike.
#BC#
Frostulfsson breaks from the clinch.
Frostulfsson has a takedown stuffed.
Frostulfsson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A head kick misses from MacArthur Jnr.
Frostulfsson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as MacArthur Jnr sprawls well. MacArthur Jnr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Frostulfsson gets slowly back to his feet.
MacArthur Jnr stuffs the takedown.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy head kick
and Frostulfsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Frostulfsson shoots for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick #KD#
and Frostulfsson counters with a series of strikes that sends MacArthur Jnr to the canvas! Frostulfsson follows down into guard, looking to finish the fight! #ROC#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
Frostulfsson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. MacArthur Jnr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
MacArthur Jnr is still in real trouble! Can Frostulfsson finish him?#SUB#
Frostulfsson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
MacArthur Jnr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Frostulfsson gets to his feet and stands over MacArthur Jnr, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! MacArthur Jnr felt that one! Frostulfsson unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save MacArthur Jnr from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Orn Frostulfsson!
A very excited looking Orn Frostulfsson made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 22, 2023 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Volkanov's head.#CUT#It looks like Vitaly Volkanov has been cut.
Volkanov connects with a nice looking jab.
#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Volkanov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from MacArthur Jnr - the referee stops the clock and Volkanov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says MacArthur Jnr. Volkanov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Volkanov looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
Volkanov throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
Volkanov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick.
Volkanov moves in looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr pushes him off.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that half lands.
Volkanov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jab by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Volkanov throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Volkanov takes a jab right on the kisser.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a slapping head kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good hook to Volkanov's body.
Nice cross by MacArthur Jnr.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
That kick from MacArthur Jnr tenderised Volkanov's leg. Volkanov is trying to keep his angry face on.
It looks like MacArthur Jnr has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Vitaly Volkanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkanov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the nose.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a head kick. Volkanov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An inside leg kick lands from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Volkanovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Volkanov looks to clinch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a shot to the body.
Volkanov throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Volkanov wants to clinch
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jab by MacArthur Jnr.
Volkanov misses with a double jab
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
Volkanov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Volkanov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Volkanov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Volkanov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Volkanov.
MacArthur Jnr wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Volkanov throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
Volkanov tries to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr circles away and keeps his distance.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Volkanov momentarily.
Volkanov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A big right from Volkanov misses. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Volkanov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Volkanov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Volkanov swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Volkanov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Volkanov lands a nice shot that snaps MacArthur Jnr's head back.
A shot to the liver by MacArthur Jnr. Beautiful body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lunges at Volkanov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Volkanov's hand.
MacArthur Jnr plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
Volkanov throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Volkanov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Volkanov might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Volkanov throws a lazy uppercut
#CL#
and MacArthur Jnr counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by MacArthur Jnr.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hand.
Volkanov trying to control the position but instead, MacArthur Jnr has worked for underhooks and has pushed Volkanov into the cage.
MacArthur Jnr throws a punch but it's blocked by Volkanov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right from Volkanov.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Volkanov is pushing MacArthur Jnr up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Volkanov misses with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Volkanov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling MacArthur Jnr to score with a decent uppercut.
Volkanov misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Volkanov misses the jab.
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Volkanov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Volkanov with a good jab.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way through Volkanov's defenses.
Volkanov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab.
Volkanov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by Volkanov.
Volkanov moves forwards but MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Volkanov scores with the left hand. MacArthur Jnr knows he should have avoided that one.
Volkanov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Volkanov avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Volkanov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Volkanov misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
MacArthur Jnr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Volkanov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
MacArthur Jnr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Volkanov moves to clinch but MacArthur Jnr breaks away
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Volkanov.
MacArthur Jnr lands a head kick. Volkanov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice uppercut lands for MacArthur Jnr. That snapped Volkanov's head back.
Volkanov throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Volkanov misses with a lunging right hand
and Volkanov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Nice shot by MacArthur Jnr.#ROC#Volkanov is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Volkanov.
MacArthur Jnr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Good exchange - Volkanov coming out on top.
Volkanov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
That kick from MacArthur Jnr tenderised Volkanov's leg. Volkanov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Volkanov misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Volkanov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A big right from Volkanov misses.
MacArthur Jnr tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Volkanov manages to circle out of the way.
MacArthur Jnr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Volkanov misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Jnr feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A big right from Volkanov misses.
Volkanov throws a lazy uppercut
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
Volkanov throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Volkanov with a good jab.
Volkanov throws a poor cross that misses
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Volkanov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Volkanov is still on wobbly legs! Can MacArthur Jnr finish him?
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
Volkanov walks forward, straight into a front kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Volkanov seems to have recovered his senses.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an overhand left.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkanov can do to turn this around?
Volkanov throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Volkanov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way round the side to connect with Volkanov's head.
MacArthur Jnr feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Volkanov collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Furnace Performance 🔥 for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Babinski lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the side of Babinski's head but Babinski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Babinski throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a right hand that misses
and Babinski counters with a straight right hand.
Babinski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick but Babinski moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the body
letting Babinski counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Babinski checks it.
Babinski tried to counter with a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr avoided it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Babinski is looking to counter with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut
and Babinski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Babinski is just out of range.
Babinski looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've been told by Babinski's head coaches at Convicted Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick
and Babinski counters with a huge left! MacArthur Jnr is in big trouble! He's backing up but Babinski isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save MacArthur Jnr from any more damage. A dominating finish by Babinski!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexei Babinski!
A relieved looking Alexei Babinski 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:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: May 25, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Robert MacArthur Jnr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Glacius Frank!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Russell Pearce and Joseph Jones.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
MacArthur Jnr fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
Frank rushes MacArthur Jnr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Frank tries for a takedown. No joy.
Frank has MacArthur Jnr pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. MacArthur Jnr manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Frank tries to pull guard but MacArthur Jnr forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Glacius Frank.
MacArthur Jnr is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Frank is fighting off a takedown attempt but MacArthur Jnr is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Frank to the mat. Frank regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (2) vs (0) Frank
Frank looking to control.
MacArthur Jnr will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frank might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control MacArthur Jnr haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Frank looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
MacArthur Jnr controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Frank looking for a guillotine here but MacArthur Jnr defends easily.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control but Frank is working from the bottom.
MacArthur Jnr sitting in guard here, content to control.
Frank is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Frank's guard. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is trying to work for a kimura but Frank is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Frank is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of MacArthur Jnr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take MacArthur Jnr's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: MacArthur Jnr (2) vs (4) Frank
Frank is trying to stick to MacArthur Jnr's back but MacArthur Jnr is turning into Frank. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Frank's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by MacArthur Jnr. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (4) vs (4) Frank
MacArthur Jnr wants to control from the top but Frank keeps moving.
MacArthur Jnr is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Frank had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MacArthur Jnr defends it easily.#T3#
Frank wants to control but MacArthur Jnr passes easily into half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
MacArthur Jnr stalling. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is trying to work for a kimura but Frank is defending well.
MacArthur Jnr is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Frank keeps working.
Frank wants to control but MacArthur Jnr is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Frank looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Frank trying to control from the bottom.
#T5#
MacArthur Jnr is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
MacArthur Jnr prevents Frank from improving his position.
MacArthur Jnr is taking a breather. Frank says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
MacArthur Jnr wants to pass the guard but Frank is defending well.
Frank manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Frank is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T6#
MacArthur Jnr slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Frank looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
MacArthur Jnr wants to control from the top but Frank keeps moving. #SUB2#
Frank is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
MacArthur Jnr is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control but Frank is working from the bottom. #T7#
Frank wants to sweep but no luck.
MacArthur Jnr is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control but Frank is working from the bottom. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Frank dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (4) vs (6) Frank#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Frank passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: MacArthur Jnr (4) vs (9) Frank#T8#
Frank tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Frank is looking to take a break and control but MacArthur Jnr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to improve his position.
MacArthur Jnr is working hard here to advance position.
Frank wants to control but MacArthur Jnr is keeping him busy. #T9#
MacArthur Jnr tries to bench press Frank off him but Frank keeps the position.
MacArthur Jnr stops Frank from passing to mount.
MacArthur Jnr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
MacArthur Jnr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Frank's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Frank's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: MacArthur Jnr (8) vs (9) Frank
Frank wants to escape the position.
MacArthur Jnr controlling from the back.#T10#
Frank tries to break free.
#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Frank is defending well though. MacArthur Jnr let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr working for a choke but Frank is defending well. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr looking for the choke from the back. #T11#
Frank breaks MacArthur Jnr's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (8) vs (11) Frank#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr has an active guard here but Frank has managed to pass into half guard.
Frank prevents MacArthur Jnr from improving his position.
MacArthur Jnr manages to get to full guard.
Frank won't allow MacArthur Jnr to sweep him here. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Frank doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Frank manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
MacArthur Jnr working a defensive guard here.
#T12#
Frank slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: MacArthur Jnr (8) vs (14) Frank
MacArthur Jnr is looking to regain half guard here but Frank keeps moving and retains side control.
Frank trying to control the position but MacArthur Jnr is working away.
Frank just content to control the position.
MacArthur Jnr tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T13#
MacArthur Jnr is not content to let Frank control the position.
MacArthur Jnr tries to improve position but can't.
MacArthur Jnr is not content to let Frank control the position.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to get back to half guard.
MacArthur Jnr looking for a sweep but Frank has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: MacArthur Jnr (8) vs (16) Frank#T14#
MacArthur Jnr tries to reverse the position but Frank maintains control.
Frank avoids the attempt from MacArthur Jnr to control.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to escape the mount.
MacArthur Jnr is controlling an arm, preventing Frank from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#SUB2#
Frank goes for an armbar but MacArthur Jnr turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from MacArthur Jnr. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (10) vs (16) Frank
MacArthur Jnr wants to control from the top but Frank keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Frank wins on points by 16 to 10. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Billy Williams! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Robert MacArthur Jnr!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Steve Montenegro and Lou da Vinci.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
MacArthur Jnr tries to close the distance and clinch up but Williams swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
MacArthur Jnr has taken the fight to the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr is pressed up against the cage. Williams has hold of a leg and is looking to drag MacArthur Jnr down to the mat. MacArthur Jnr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
MacArthur Jnr has managed to clinch.
Williams tries to score a body lock takedown but MacArthur Jnr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
MacArthur Jnr tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Williams smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr instigates a clinch.
Williams is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Williams. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Williams can't get the takedown.
Our sources have told us that Williams has been working on his elbows in the gym.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams is looking to take this one to the mat.
Williams is looking for a takedown.
Williams is trying to work for a single leg takedown but MacArthur Jnr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
MacArthur Jnr is pressed up against the cage. Williams has hold of a leg and is looking to drag MacArthur Jnr down to the mat. MacArthur Jnr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Williams tries to clinch up.
Williams tries to close the distance and clinch but MacArthur Jnr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T1##CL2#
MacArthur Jnr moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD2#
MacArthur Jnr has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Williams uses from the top position. #SUB2#
MacArthur Jnr is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Williams frees his head nicely. Oh but MacArthur Jnr has switched to an armbar! Williams is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conquer, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D3): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Robert MacArthur Jnr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Gleyber Torres!
The judges for this bout are Paul Aken, Nard Betker and Wagner Zegers.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
MacArthur Jnr clinches up with Torres and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
MacArthur Jnr manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Torres can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Torres won't allow MacArthur Jnr to sweep him here.
MacArthur Jnr looking to control.
#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Torres defends well.
Torres pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. MacArthur Jnr is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Torres passes into half guard.
Torres wants to pass to mount but MacArthur Jnr is defending the position. #SUB2#
Torres is trying to work for a kimura but MacArthur Jnr is defending well.
#T1#
Torres prevents MacArthur Jnr from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Torres wants to work for an arm triangle but MacArthur Jnr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Torres is looking to advance position but MacArthur Jnr won't allow it.
MacArthur Jnr works his way to full guard. Good work.
MacArthur Jnr is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Torres defends it easily.#T2#
Torres stopping the sweep attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
Torres looking to pass the guard.
Torres preventing the sweep.
Torres tries to free his leg and advance position but MacArthur Jnr is retaining full guard. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Torres defends well.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr looking for a sweep. Not yet MacArthur Jnr, not yet.
Torres wants to pass the guard but MacArthur Jnr is keeping the position.
MacArthur Jnr wants to sweep but no luck.
We've been informed that Torres has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Torres stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. MacArthur Jnr swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Torres gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Torres tries to free his leg and advance position but MacArthur Jnr is retaining full guard.
MacArthur Jnr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Torres manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (2) vs (0) Torres
MacArthur Jnr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
MacArthur Jnr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Torres swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Torres looking for submissions from the bottom but instead MacArthur Jnr passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: MacArthur Jnr (5) vs (0) Torres
MacArthur Jnr takes a little break here. Torres wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T5#
MacArthur Jnr continues to stall.
MacArthur Jnr has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Torres! Score +2 for reaching mount: MacArthur Jnr (7) vs (0) Torres
MacArthur Jnr controlling the position easily from mount.
More hug and hope from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr takes Torres's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Torres is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: MacArthur Jnr (10) vs (0) Torres#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr working for the choke.
Torres rolls, trying to escape but MacArthur Jnr keeps control of the position.
#T6#
Torres is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by MacArthur Jnr.
Torres tries to escape the position.
Torres looks winded!
A bit of a pause in the action here. MacArthur Jnr controlling the positon.
MacArthur Jnr has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T7#
MacArthur Jnr doesn't have the hooks in and Torres manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (10) vs (2) Torres
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacArthur Jnr is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (12) vs (2) Torres
MacArthur Jnr tries to free his leg and advance position but Torres is retaining full guard.
Torres can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as MacArthur Jnr controls the pace.
Torres wants to sweep but no luck. #T8#
MacArthur Jnr is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Torres looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
MacArthur Jnr controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
MacArthur Jnr works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Still in half guard, MacArthur Jnr seems content to control.
Torres trying to get back to full guard but MacArthur Jnr takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: MacArthur Jnr (15) vs (2) Torres
MacArthur Jnr moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: MacArthur Jnr (18) vs (2) Torres
Torres is trying to break free.
MacArthur Jnr slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T9##SUB#
Torres is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if MacArthur Jnr gets his way!
MacArthur Jnr has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Torres's body.
#SUB#
Torres fending off the submission attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
Torres is trying to break free.
MacArthur Jnr trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Torres doesn't escape. #SUB#
Torres preventing the rear naked choke attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
MacArthur Jnr really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Torres.#T10#
MacArthur Jnr keeps control of the position as Torres tries to break free.
Torres is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Torres can't escape the position.
Torres breaks MacArthur Jnr's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (18) vs (4) Torres
MacArthur Jnr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Torres won't allow MacArthur Jnr to sweep him here.
Torres stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. MacArthur Jnr swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T11##SUB#
Torres got a little sloppy there for a moment and MacArthur Jnr has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Torres has managed to get both his arms back between MacArthur Jnr's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Torres is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Torres can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
MacArthur Jnr bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Torres's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (20) vs (4) Torres
MacArthur Jnr looking to pass the guard.
MacArthur Jnr slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Torres working for a triangle but MacArthur Jnr defends it easily.
MacArthur Jnr looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T12##T13#
MacArthur Jnr tries to free his leg and advance position but Torres is retaining full guard.
MacArthur Jnr sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Torres's guard.
MacArthur Jnr sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T14#
Torres is looking to get back to full guard here but MacArthur Jnr has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: MacArthur Jnr (23) vs (4) Torres
MacArthur Jnr is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Torres's shoulder. That is not cool.
Torres regains half guard.
Torres tries to roll over but MacArthur Jnr keeps him under control.
MacArthur Jnr content to control rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Torres wants to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
MacArthur Jnr takes the fight on points by 23 to 4.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Robert MacArthur Jnr waved his t-shirt featuring Conquer's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D3): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Robert MacArthur Jnr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Iron Mike!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Daniel Blasius and Patrick Alders.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
MacArthur Jnr darts in and clinches Mike up against the cage.
Mike jumps guard but MacArthur Jnr stands there with Mike around his waist. Mike gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD#
MacArthur Jnr ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. MacArthur Jnr no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control the position.
MacArthur Jnr is really struggling to control Mike but he's trying to hold on to the position.
MacArthur Jnr looking for a sweep. Not yet MacArthur Jnr, not yet. #SUB2#
Mike drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and MacArthur Jnr dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (2) vs (0) Mike
Mike has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Rio. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
MacArthur Jnr controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Mike keeping full guard, as MacArthur Jnr tries to pass. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
MacArthur Jnr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mike swivels though and keeps the full guard.
MacArthur Jnr seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T2##SUB2#
Mike throws his legs up looking for a submission but MacArthur Jnr uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: MacArthur Jnr (5) vs (0) Mike
MacArthur Jnr controls the position from side control.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
You can see the frustration on Mike's face as MacArthur Jnr controls the position. #T3#
Mike prevents MacArthur Jnr from improving position.
MacArthur Jnr controls the position. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no MacArthur Jnr has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
MacArthur Jnr controls the position from side control.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: MacArthur Jnr (7) vs (0) Mike
MacArthur Jnr controlling the position easily from mount.
Mike working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Mike has worked his arm free - good work by Mike!
#T5#
MacArthur Jnr is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mike will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Mike tries to bench press MacArthur Jnr off him but MacArthur Jnr keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacArthur Jnr is staying tight to Mike's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mike, who protects the arm well. #T6#
Mike seems a little lost for a moment, as MacArthur Jnr dominates the positioning.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mike, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr tries for a kimura but Mike is defending well.
Mike is letting MacArthur Jnr control him for a moment.
Mike tries to improve position but can't. #T7##SUB#
MacArthur Jnr swings around for an armbar but Mike sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into MacArthur Jnr's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (7) vs (2) Mike
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr controls Mike momentarily but Mike frees himself. #SUB#
MacArthur Jnr working for a triangle but Mike defends it easily.
MacArthur Jnr is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacArthur Jnr (9) vs (2) Mike
MacArthur Jnr seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
MacArthur Jnr will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Mike wants to get back to full guard.#T8#
MacArthur Jnr trying to advance position but Mike counters by regaining guard.
MacArthur Jnr controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Mike looking for a guillotine here but MacArthur Jnr defends easily.
MacArthur Jnr is pushing down on Mike's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mike is fighting to maintain full guard but MacArthur Jnr has managed to sneak the leg through.#T9#
MacArthur Jnr content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mike is looking to control MacArthur Jnr's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mike avoid being mounted?
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with MacArthur Jnr in particular looking to stall.#T10#
MacArthur Jnr trying to pass the guard but Mike defending well. #SUB2#
Mike actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr seems to be looking for submissions.
#T11#
Mike wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
MacArthur Jnr is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mike sees it coming and defends easily.
MacArthur Jnr is controlling the pace.
MacArthur Jnr wants to pass to mount but Mike is defending the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with MacArthur Jnr in particular looking to stall.
MacArthur Jnr tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mike knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T12#
MacArthur Jnr slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Mike looking for submissions off his back.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with MacArthur Jnr in particular looking to stall.#T13#
MacArthur Jnr's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
MacArthur Jnr works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: MacArthur Jnr (12) vs (2) Mike
MacArthur Jnr controlling the pace for now. #T14#
Mike keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Mike tries to lock up and control but MacArthur Jnr gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Mike keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacArthur Jnr content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
MacArthur Jnr takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
Robert MacArthur Jnr took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Conquer for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 10, 2023 |
#R1#
ge tries for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr circles away easily
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
ge misses with a takedown
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Gang ge has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the head.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice hook to ge's body. ge takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
MacArthur Jnr cracks ge with an open hand slap.#ROC2#ge is rocked!
Gang ge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Look low, kick high! MacArthur Jnr uses the oldest trick in the book to send ge tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! MacArthur Jnr is absolutely delighted - when ge wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
After the big win, Robert MacArthur Jnr made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Conquer and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 27, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from MacArthur Jnr as Sapp shoots in.
MacArthur Jnr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Sapp just manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Sapp steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Decent striking displayed by MacArthur Jnr there.#CUT#It looks like Bob Sapp has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr swats away the attempt to clinch by Sapp.
MacArthur Jnr tries a head kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sapp. Sapp circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sapp shoots in looking for a takedown. MacArthur Jnr tries to sprawl out of it but Sapp keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. MacArthur Jnr manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sapp looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bob Sapp.
MacArthur Jnr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Sapp with that takedown attempt.
Sapp takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
MacArthur Jnr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Sapp fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A jab lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Sapp with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#ROC#Sapp is rocked!
Sapp gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! MacArthur Jnr points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Sapp wakes up just in time to hear MacArthur Jnr thank his coaches in the post fight interview.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Conquer for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Scarborough throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck MacArthur Jnr on the side of the head.
Scarborough is looking to score with low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scarborough thuds a left hand into MacArthur Jnr's body.
MacArthur Jnr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scarborough works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
Scarborough lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to Scarborough's midsection.
MacArthur Jnr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Scarborough lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
A head kick misses from MacArthur Jnr.
Scarborough comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Scarborough.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scarborough slips a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
It looked like Scarborough wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scarborough misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr with a jab.
Scarborough tests MacArthur Jnr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses.
Scarborough lands a jab to the head.
Scarborough misses with a body shot.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a thumping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Scarborough ducks down to avoid it.
We've been told by Scarborough's head coaches at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Scarborough missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scarborough checks the leg kick nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a left hand.
Scarborough punishes MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice straight punch.
Scarborough with the inside leg kick.
Scarborough jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr tries to counter by closing the distance.
Scarborough loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A swing and a miss from Scarborough.
Scarborough throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Scarborough saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with a low kick but Scarborough moves his leg out of the way.
Scarborough lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Scarborough fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Scarborough moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr tries a head kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Scarborough.
Scarborough lands with a nice body punch.
Scarborough getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A bone on bone clash there as Scarborough blocks the leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Scarborough misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Scarborough throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Scarborough misses with a leg kick #CL2#
and MacArthur Jnr holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Scarborough misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scarborough fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr blocks an uppercut.
Scarborough tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
MacArthur Jnr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Scarborough throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Scarborough is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
Scarborough missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Scarborough cracks MacArthur Jnr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Scarborough uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scarborough.
Scarborough looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Scarborough misses with a straight left.
Boomer Scarborough seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scarborough fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Scarborough is able to avoid easily.
Scarborough misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scarborough sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
Scarborough is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Scarborough misses with a looping right.#T4#
Scarborough misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A clash of legs there as Scarborough blocks the low kick.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scarborough.
Scarborough lands with an uppercut that bounces MacArthur Jnr off the cage and back into range.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Scarborough.
MacArthur Jnr steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Scarborough.
Scarborough waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Scarborough.
Scarborough just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Scarborough with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Scarborough throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Scarborough scores with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick but Scarborough moves out of range.
Scarborough appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scarborough. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scarborough throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Scarborough ducked under it nicely.
Good standup being displayed there by Scarborough as he connects with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Scarborough.
Nice uppercut there from MacArthur Jnr.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Boomer Scarborough dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Scarborough. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Scarborough is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MacArthur Jnr can do to turn this around?
Scarborough looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Scarborough throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
It looked like Scarborough wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Scarborough misses with a body punch
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
Scarborough moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr tests Scarborough's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Scarborough swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a low kick nicely.
Scarborough checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scarborough is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scarborough throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scarborough takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Scarborough jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scarborough sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scarborough scoring well with a low kick there.
A swing and a miss from MacArthur Jnr.
Scarborough is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Scarborough lands a straight punch to the body, keeping MacArthur Jnr at a distance.
Scarborough tries a low kick but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr dips to his left and cracks Scarborough with an uppercut!
Scarborough fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Scarborough's corner calls for a 1-2. Scarborough obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
Scarborough slips under a jab.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from MacArthur Jnr in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Scarborough lands a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Scarborough.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Scarborough.
Scarborough moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
Scarborough connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Scarborough lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed right hand from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Scarborough's shoulder, as Scarborough tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Scarborough lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.
Scarborough scores with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Scarborough's front leg but catches the back leg as Scarborough tries to avoid it.
Scarborough scores with a punch to the head.
Scarborough catches MacArthur Jnr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Scarborough uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scarborough scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem bothered though.
Scarborough throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a head kick. Scarborough smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Scarborough moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
Scarborough avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Scarborough moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Boomer Scarborough is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scarborough.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A bone on bone clash there as Scarborough blocks the leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Scarborough on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Scarborough misses with a looping right.
Scarborough cracks MacArthur Jnr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
MacArthur Jnr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from MacArthur Jnr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scarborough moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
Scarborough throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Scarborough was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Scarborough swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Scarborough checks a leg kick.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scarborough swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Scarborough does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A clash of legs there as Scarborough blocks the low kick.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Scarborough is just out of range.#T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Scarborough.
MacArthur Jnr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Scarborough is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scarborough.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Scarborough.
Scarborough misses the jab.
Scarborough lands with a cross.
Scarborough on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Scarborough throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scarborough.
Scarborough looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
Scarborough scores with a jab to the head.
Scarborough jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Scarborough misses with a jab to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A cross from Scarborough lands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr motions for Scarborough to come forward. MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Boomer Scarborough dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
Scarborough moves out of range of the strikes.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacArthur Jnr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Scarborough has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Scarborough and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Scarborough throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scarborough swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr tries to counter by closing the distance.
Scarborough cracks MacArthur Jnr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Scarborough thuds his right hand into MacArthur Jnr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Scarborough misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Scarborough throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab from Scarborough.
Scarborough throws a good cross that connects.
Scarborough uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scarborough. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
That kick from MacArthur Jnr tenderised Scarborough's leg. Scarborough is trying to keep his angry face on.#T1#
Scarborough getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Scarborough moves out of range easily.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A good leg kick by Scarborough.
Scarborough just misses with a punch to the body.
Scarborough blocks the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slow jab from Scarborough misses its intended target.
Jab by Scarborough.
Scarborough pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the kisser.
Scarborough walks into a jab.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2#
A bone on bone clash there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scarborough throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Scarborough misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick that stops Scarborough in his tracks momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a powerful jab.
Scarborough throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scarborough throws a predictable looking body shot
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Scarborough checks it well.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Scarborough moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Scarborough slips the punch.
Scarborough throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr tries to counter by closing the distance.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Scarborough.
Scarborough swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Scarborough with an open hand slap.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr wants to slow Scarborough down by chopping away at his legs.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice defenses there by Scarborough.
Scarborough fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Scarborough missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scarborough looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
Scarborough with a nice calf kick.
Scarborough avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Scarborough takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Scarborough thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big left from Scarborough misses.
Scarborough misses with a hook.
Scarborough attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Scarborough.
Nice shot lands for Scarborough.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scarborough moves away.
Scarborough misses the shot to the body.
Scarborough moves out of range of the body kick.
Scarborough misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Scarborough is just out of range.
Scarborough throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A left lands for Scarborough.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Scarborough.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big counter head kick but Scarborough avoids it with no problem.
Scarborough throws a nice inside leg kick.
Scarborough misses with a body shot.
A big right from Scarborough misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Scarborough checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scarborough uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MacArthur Jnr has time to react.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacArthur Jnr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Scarborough.
Scarborough lands a nice hook to MacArthur Jnr's body. MacArthur Jnr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boomer Scarborough showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Scarborough 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boomer Scarborough!
After winning the bout, Boomer Scarborough thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 26, 2023 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Scarborough moves out of range easily.
Scarborough is breathing heavily.
A left lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Scarborough misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
Scarborough throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scarborough.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick that knocks Scarborough off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Scarborough takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC2#Scarborough is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Oh Scarborough is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Scarborough with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Scarborough slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Scarborough moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice calf kick.
Scarborough tries to land a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr saw it coming and moves away.
We've been told by Scarborough's head coaches at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Scarborough throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conquer, into his post fight interview.
The defeated Boomer Scarborough had this to say: 'I'm an embarrassment to Boston.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 19, 2023 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
Nice sprawl there from MacArthur Jnr as Austin shoots in.
Austin doesn't succeed with the takedown
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr slaps away a takedown attempt from Austin, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ron Austin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Austin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it but Austin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag MacArthur Jnr to the ground. MacArthur Jnr escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #KD2#
MacArthur Jnr lands a big head kick that sends Austin tumbling to the mat! MacArthur Jnr takes a step backwards and waves Austin back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#It looks like Ron Austin has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Austin tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Good exchange - MacArthur Jnr coming out on top.
Austin fails with the takedown
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands a lovely overhand right.
Austin tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but MacArthur Jnr swivels and escapes.
Austin looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? MacArthur Jnr is fending him off so far but Austin persists. Nope, MacArthur Jnr circles away and we're back to standing.
Austin has his takedown stuffed
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Austin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr lands a really nice looking cross but Austin seems unphased.
MacArthur Jnr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Austin.
Austin is breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Austin's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr lands a really nice looking cross but Austin seems unphased.
MacArthur Jnr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a slapping head kick. #ROC2#Austin is rocked!#KD2#
MacArthur Jnr sends Austin crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! MacArthur Jnr is motioning to the referee to let Austin up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Oh Austin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Austin square on the jaw! Damn, Austin is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Conquer for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Eureka pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Eureka.
Eureka shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Eureka checks a leg kick.
Eureka throws a counter high kick but MacArthur Jnr was just alert enough to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Eureka appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Eureka. Eureka circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Eureka walks into a jab.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Eureka moves out of range.
Eureka feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eureka walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
MacArthur Jnr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Eureka throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr sizes up Eureka with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT2#It looks like Skipper Eureka has been cut.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Eureka dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacArthur Jnr. That did some damage!
Eureka throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
It seemed like MacArthur Jnr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr does it's job there.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick, looking for Eureka's leg but Eureka calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Eureka with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Eureka ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Eureka is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with the body kick
and Eureka counters with a low kick, right behind MacArthur Jnr 's knee. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Eureka.
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!
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Eureka sees coming a mile off.
MacArthur Jnr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the nose.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Eureka had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Eureka ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Eureka lands a front kick.
MacArthur Jnr looks winded!
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice head shot.
Good exchange - Eureka coming out on top.#CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Eureka uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MacArthur Jnr has time to react.
MacArthur Jnr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Eureka on the side of the head.
Eureka thuds his shin into the meat of MacArthur Jnr's side.
MacArthur Jnr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Eureka counters with a nice low kick that buckles MacArthur Jnr's knee momentarily.#T3#
Eureka looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Eureka wants to land a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from MacArthur Jnr. Eureka shrugs it off though.
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
Eureka fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Eureka checks the leg kick nicely there.
As MacArthur Jnr tries to get set, Eureka tries to push him back and clinch up but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid the attempt.
Eureka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Eureka takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the button.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Eureka on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
A bone on bone clash there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Eureka looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Eureka feints a jab and as MacArthur Jnr dips his head, Eureka unleashes a brutal head kick that catches MacArthur Jnr right on the jaw! Timbeeer! MacArthur Jnr falls backwards in slow motion, only propped up by the cage! Eureka smiles a psychotic smile as he stares down his unconscious opponent. That is a scary man.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Skipper Eureka!
Skipper Eureka made sure to mention his sponsor, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 216
Date: Dec 21, 2022 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Slugger sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Slugger! But no joy.
Nice shot lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Slugger checks it well.
Slugger takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Slugger blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Slugger scores with a hook to the body. MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Slugger with a low kick.
Slugger misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Slugger counters with a slapping leg kick. #T1#
Slugger moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
Slugger swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Slugger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Slugger moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Slugger ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Slugger throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a telegraphed body shot
and MacArthur Jnr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Slugger feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits MacArthur Jnrs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Slugger throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Slugger avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
Slugger connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a poor cross that misses
and Slugger counters with a nice kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a really nice looking cross but Slugger seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Slugger has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way round the side to connect with Slugger's head.
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow Slugger down.
MacArthur Jnr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Slugger misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Slugger's head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Slugger now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Slugger tries to land a front kick but MacArthur Jnr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Slugger tries to move into range but MacArthur Jnr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Slugger is out of range and MacArthur Jnr settles back down.
Slugger is looking for the big counter here.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Slugger.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
and Slugger counters with a low kick, right behind MacArthur Jnr 's knee.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Slugger saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr cracks a nice hook into Slugger's ribs.
Slugger throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr throwing a counter right hand but Slugger manages to avoid it.#T4#
Slugger throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Slugger throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a right hand
enabling Slugger to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Slugger counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
and Slugger counters with a nice kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Slugger saw that one coming.
Slugger flicks out a counter leg kick but MacArthur Jnr steps away.
MacArthur Jnr lands a head kick!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Slugger avoids a kick to the body.
Slugger tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Slugger throws a big shot that misses.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
Slugger throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Slugger swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
A good leg kick by Slugger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slugger blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Slugger's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Slugger ducked under it nicely. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
Slugger throws a combination that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a right hand to the body.
MacArthur Jnr tests Slugger's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Slugger takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A solid leg kick lands there for Slugger.
Slugger defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
Slugger scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem bothered though.
MacArthur Jnr tries a low kick but Slugger avoids it.
A little jabbing left from Slugger on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Slugger takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
#T2#
Slugger lets loose with a powerful body kick. MacArthur Jnr will feel that in the morning.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick but Slugger moves out of range.
Slugger now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Slugger.
Slugger blocks a head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Slugger uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
Slugger slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Slugger feints a counter leg kick.
Slugger blocks the body kick.
Slugger goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a left hand into Slugger's body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Slugger sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Slugger is out of range.
Slugger looks like he wants to counter punch here.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
It seemed like Slugger was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the kisser.
Slugger uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a right hand
and Slugger makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Slugger does a little dance to reset his feet.
Slugger lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but MacArthur Jnr circles away quickly and effectively.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good body shot.
MacArthur Jnr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Slugger feints a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Slugger moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Slugger.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr is predictable there
and Slugger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Slugger might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, MacArthur Jnr has got the better of the exchanges.
Slugger misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr throws an off balance right hand
and Slugger counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Slugger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Slugger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Slugger.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Slugger now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Slugger jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Slugger is out of range.
Slugger now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Slugger uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Slugger rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a right hand to the body.
Slugger ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a poor cross that misses
and Slugger counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Slugger slips the punch.
A nice side step and Slugger releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
A leg kick checked by Slugger.
Slugger counters with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Slugger. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Slugger avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Slugger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a low kick, right behind Slugger 's knee. #T1#
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr tried to score with a low kick but Slugger checks it.
Slugger moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
A little jabbing left from Slugger on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy head kick
and MacArthur Jnr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good body shot.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Slugger.
Slugger's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Slugger avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Slugger was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr lands a head kick. Slugger smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Slugger pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lou Slugger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Slugger tries to bum rush MacArthur Jnr with a series of wild strikes but MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
MacArthur Jnr lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Nice body punch from Slugger.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Slugger with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Slugger.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
It seemed like Slugger was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Slugger counters with a huge head kick that drops MacArthur Jnr! The ref dives in to stop the fight and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lou Slugger!
Lou Slugger decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 209
Date: Nov 30, 2022 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dupree throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dupree tries to land a front kick but MacArthur Jnr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MacArthur Jnr lands a head kick!
MacArthur Jnr cracks Dupree with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dupree.
Dupree misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr tried to score with a low kick but Dupree checks it.
Dupree throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dupree's knee momentarily.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr is predictable there
and Dupree connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Donk. Dupree catches MacArthur Jnr right on the button with a cross.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a leg kick.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr jabs Dupree right on the nose. Dupree blinks but takes it well.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a head kick. Dupree tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A low kick from Dupree misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dupree avoids the body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Dupree throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Dupree throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Dupree misses with a wild body shot.
Dupree falls off balance throwing a combination
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Christophe Dupree seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Dupree misses with a hook to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dupree is looking to score with low kicks.
Dupree chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
Dupree throws a lazy uppercut
#CL#
and MacArthur Jnr counters by moving into the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dupree swings wildly with an uppercut but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dupree.#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Dupree fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Dupree fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dupree creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dupree working aggressively here.
Dupree misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Dupree tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dupree fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dupree tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Jnr lands an uppercut.
Dupree lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
Dupree lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Dupree breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dupree misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
Dupree swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dupree takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dupree misses with a double jab
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dupree misses with a straight left.
A shot to the body from Dupree misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dupree scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dupree moves forwards but MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nice cross by MacArthur Jnr.
Dupree throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dupree throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the body
and Dupree counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Dupree moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dupree! But no joy.
Dupree looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Dupree takes one to the chin there.
A lazy left from MacArthur Jnr finds it's target.
MacArthur Jnr lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A head kick misses from MacArthur Jnr.
Dupree tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dupree misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
Dupree fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dupree just misses with a punch to the body.
Dupree takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dupree.
MacArthur Jnr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Dupree lands a jab.
Dupree misses with a wild combination.
Dupree throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Dupree lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
Dupree works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
Dupree with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dupree takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dupree has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dupree has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dupree misses the jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
MacArthur Jnr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Duprees jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
MacArthur Jnr scores with a head kick. Dupree tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Dupree pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice side step and Dupree releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
MacArthur Jnr works Dupree's body with a nice hook.
Dupree pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dupree walks into a stiff left hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
Dupree throws out a counter right but MacArthur Jnr avoids it with no problem.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.#T3#
Dupree lands with an overhand left.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dupree moves away.
Dupree scoring well with a low kick there.
Dupree throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
Dupree misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dupree.
As Dupree tries to get set, MacArthur Jnr tries to push him back and clinch up but Dupree manages to avoid the attempt.
Dupree throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the button.
Dupree throws a predictable looking body shot
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Dupree is just out of range.#T4#
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Dupree misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dupree throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dupree lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.
Dupree takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
Good shot there by MacArthur Jnr.
Dupree takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dupree misses with a hook to the body
and Dupree takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A good leg kick by Dupree.
Dupree lands a head shot.
Dupree fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Dupree misses with a right hand
and Dupree takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Dupree misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Dupree throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Dupree misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the head.
Dupree has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dupree shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. MacArthur Jnr eats them both and turns towards Dupree to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
MacArthur Jnr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr lands with a kick to the temple. Dupree shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Dupree sees it coming and checks it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr jabs at Dupree's body.#T1#
Dupree thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dupree misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Dupree looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses.
Dupree bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Dupree loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.
Dupree lands a straight punch to the body, keeping MacArthur Jnr at a distance.
Dupree throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dupree lands the left hand.
MacArthur Jnr getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Christophe Dupree has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A head kick misses from Dupree.
MacArthur Jnr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dupree. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dupree slips under a jab from MacArthur Jnr.#KD2#
Dupree sends MacArthur Jnr crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Dupree is motioning to the referee to let MacArthur Jnr up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Dupree doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! MacArthur Jnr crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in MacArthur Jnr's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Christophe Dupree!
After winning the bout, Christophe Dupree thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 201
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Krol was well out of range.
A little jabbing left from Krol on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Krol misses with the combination.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a hook. Krol tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Krol on the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Krol saw that one coming.
Krol misses with a body kick. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Krol sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Krol throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
Krol throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Krol ducks down to avoid it.
Krol avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Krol throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Krol throws a body kick.
Krol throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range. #T2#
Krol misses with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A left lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Nice body kick there by MacArthur Jnr.
Krol swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Krol throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Krol.
Krol misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Krol.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an uppercut that bounces Krol off the cage and back into range.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Krol's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Krol throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr avoids them all with ease.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Krol ducked under it nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Krol! But no joy.
Krol misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Krol with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling MacArthur Jnr to score with a decent uppercut.
Krol goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Krol slips the punch.#T4#
Krol misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Krol blocks a jab.
Krol throws a big shot that misses.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Krol slips the punch.
Krol throws out a counter right but MacArthur Jnr avoids it with no problem.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Krol looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Krol moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Krol checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Krol tests MacArthur Jnr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Krol chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's time! MacArthur Jnr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Krol throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
Krol throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
MacArthur Jnr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Krol tries a head kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
Krol punishes MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krol throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Krol moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice cross by MacArthur Jnr.#T1#
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Krol is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Krol ducks down to avoid it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Krol might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, MacArthur Jnr has got the better of the exchanges.
Krol explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Krol pushes MacArthur Jnr away with a front kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
MacArthur Jnr throws an ugly left hook that misses
#KD2#
and Krol counters with a nice right hand that sends MacArthur Jnr toppling to the canvas! MacArthur Jnr scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Krol finish him?!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Krol comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#KD2#
Krol cracks MacArthur Jnr with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Krol has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning MacArthur Jnr to stand back up!#ROC2#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!#T2#
Krol throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Krol does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Krol counters with a monster head kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr out cold! He topples like fallen a tree, crashing to the mat! Timbeeeeeerrr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Zygmunt Krol!
During a confident post fight interview, Zygmunt Krol thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 191
Date: Oct 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Wrecks cracks MacArthur Jnr's jaw with two stiff jabs then ducks low and throws a soul-severing right uppercut to the mouth!! MacArthur Jnr slumps to the ground with blood on his lips. The referee steps in before Wrecks can do further damage! This one is done, son!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Will Wrecks!
A very excited looking Will Wrecks made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 187
Date: Sep 26, 2022 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Wrecks backs up against the cage.
Some wild striking there from MacArthur Jnr.
Wrecks drops down looking to force a counter takedown but MacArthur Jnr defends it well.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Wrecks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Wrecks closes the distance and clinches up with MacArthur Jnr, looking for a takedown. Wrecks pushes MacArthur Jnr against the cage but MacArthur Jnr circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Wrecks misses with a few strikes there.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Wrecks's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr stuffs the takedown.
Wrecks takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LA Fitness in the buildup to the fight.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a combination but Wrecks avoids it well.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wrecks shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts MacArthur Jnr as he jumps to the side.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Will Wrecks.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a high kick. #T1#
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wrecks misses with a takedown
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Wrecks fails with the takedown.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Wrecks in the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice hook to Wrecks's body. Wrecks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
Wrecks steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wrecks.
Wrecks throws a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Wrecks moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr sets himself, and Wrecks steps forward looking for the clinch! MacArthur Jnr avoids it this time.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wrecks. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
A right-left combo lands from MacArthur Jnr. #CUT#It looks like Will Wrecks has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
MacArthur Jnr keeps Wrecks at a distance using the push kick.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a two punch combination.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wrecks is defended easily by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Wrecks is able to avoid easily.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab and a cross from Wrecks.
#CL2#
Wrecks clinches.
MacArthur Jnr is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Wrecks lands a right hand. #BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Wrecks.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an overhand left.#T4#
No joy there for MacArthur Jnr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wrecks steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from MacArthur Jnr.
Wrecks misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
MacArthur Jnr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
MacArthur Jnr tries a head kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a combination that misses
and Wrecks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a combination
and Wrecks counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
Wrecks tries to clinch but MacArthur Jnr is having none of it.
Wrecks misses with a takedown attempt
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
No luck for Wrecks with that takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
MacArthur Jnr thows a left - swing and a miss!
A punch lands to the side of Wrecks 's head but he takes it in his stride.
MacArthur Jnr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wrecks can do to turn this around?
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Wrecks.
Wrecks takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
MacArthur Jnr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Wrecks.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Wrecks's shoulder, as Wrecks tries to avoid the shot.
Wrecks shoots in but MacArthur Jnr avoids the takedown attempt easily.
MacArthur Jnr half committed to a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good hook to Wrecks's body.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Wrecks with a good jab.
Decent striking displayed by MacArthur Jnr there.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wrecks gets cracked with a nice right hand there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Wrecks moves away and avoids it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by MacArthur Jnr.
Wrecks is trying hard to land a takedown here. MacArthur Jnr sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Will Wrecks.
MacArthur Jnr connects with the punch.#ROC#Wrecks is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
Wrecks is breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Wrecks was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Wrecks.
No joy there for MacArthur Jnr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
Wrecks is looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr is avoiding it.
MacArthur Jnr seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice inside leg kick. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr keeps Wrecks at a distance using the push kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice shot lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a two punch combination.
MacArthur Jnr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wrecks is still on wobbly legs! Can MacArthur Jnr finish him?
MacArthur Jnr is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Wrecks flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Wrecks is out cold! MacArthur Jnr holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr made sure to mention his sponsor, Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 175
Date: Aug 24, 2022 |
#R1#
Lindholm throws a good cross that connects.
#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab. Lindholm acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lindholm ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Lindholm throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Lindholm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Lindholm fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LA Fitness in the buildup to the fight.
Lindholm goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lindholm.
Lindholm has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Lindholm staying out of range there.
Lindholm misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#KD2#
Nice combo by Lindholm! Oh, that's hurt him - MacArthur Jnr falls to the canvas and Lindholm follows him into side control. #ROC2#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lindholm landing strikes.
Oh MacArthur Jnr is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Lindholm working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SU2#
Lindholm decides to stand up, so the ref orders MacArthur Jnr to his feet.
Lindholm cracks MacArthur Jnr with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Olli Lindholm! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 165
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
Aarnio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
MacArthur Jnr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LA Fitness in the buildup to the fight.
Aarnio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr misses with the combination.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr falls off balance throwing a combination
and Aarnio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Aarnio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
Aarnio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Aarnio strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Aarnio.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aarnio. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aarnio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a right hand that misses
letting Aarnio counter with a right hand.
Aarnio defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand. #KD2#
Aarnio lands a big right hand that sends MacArthur Jnr crashing to the mat! Aarnio stays standing though and waves MacArthur Jnr back to his feet!
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Aarnio moves out of range.
Aarnio fails to land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Aarnio at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr throws an off balance right hand
and Aarnio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nice defenses there by Aarnio.
A nice side step and Aarnio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Aarnio tries to bum rush MacArthur Jnr with a series of wild strikes but MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
MacArthur Jnr lands a two punch combo.
Aarnio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Aarnio ducks down to avoid it.
Aarnio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Aarnio walks into a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Aarnio uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slow jab from MacArthur Jnr misses its intended target.
Aarnio moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Aarnio! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Aarnio counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Apollo Aarnio!
Apollo Aarnio decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 156
Date: Jun 24, 2022 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
Slam scores with a punch to the head.#CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Slam throws out a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range and Slam only half commits.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
An inside leg kick from Slam misses.
A slow jab from MacArthur Jnr misses its intended target.
Slam misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
Slam keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a lunging right hand
and Slam counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Slam ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a really nice looking cross but Slam seems unphased.
Good exchange - MacArthur Jnr coming out on top.
MacArthur Jnr tests Slam's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick misses from MacArthur Jnr.
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Slam slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Slam sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#KD#
Slam cracks MacArthur Jnr with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Slam has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning MacArthur Jnr to stand back up!
Slam misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr walks straight into a right hand from Slam - that's dropped him! Slam jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save MacArthur Jnr from any more punishment! MacArthur Jnr complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Ben Slam!
A relieved looking Ben Slam 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:
GAMMA#947 Rod v Sitsongrit
Date: May 21, 2022 |
#R1#
Kodjia throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A combination from MacArthur Jnr does no damage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Kodjia gets a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on MacArthur Jnr's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kodjia working aggressively here.
Kodjia connects with a nasty looking knee right to MacArthur Jnr's face.
#CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Kodjia tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kodjia blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr misses with some punches.
Still in the clinch, MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kodjia lands a nice uppercut.
Kodjia using the Thai plumb to throw knees but MacArthur Jnr has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
MacArthur Jnr digs a right hand underneath Kodjia's ribcage. Kodjia let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kodjia throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kodjia working aggressively here.
Kodjia misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
MacArthur Jnr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kodjia misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T1#
Kodjia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Kodjia looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kodjia throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
MacArthur Jnr throws a series of punches but Kodjia avoids them all with ease.
Kodjia throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an uppercut that bounces Kodjia off the cage and back into range.
Kodjia swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A cross from MacArthur Jnr lands.
A head kick by Kodjia misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Kodjia takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kodjia avoids a punch combination nicely.
MacArthur Jnr is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kodjia had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Kodjia.#T2#
Kodjia throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kodjia is looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr is avoiding it.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kodjia misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr does it's job there.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
MacArthur Jnr lands with a hook. Kodjia tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
MacArthur Jnr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kodjia moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Kodjia takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kodjia gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kodjia's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MacArthur Jnr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kodjia scrambles back to his feet.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
MacArthur Jnr catches Kodjia with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr cracks Kodjia with a right hand to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.#ROC2#Kodjia is rocked!
Kodjia throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Oh Kodjia is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Kodjia.
Kodjia seems to have got his legs back now.
MacArthur Jnr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kodjia has time to react.
Kodjia takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kodjia ducks right into an uppercut from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster overhand right that drops Kodjia! MacArthur Jnr follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
Franck Kodjia was interviewed post fight and said 'Kill or be killed!!!! Win or lose so F boring fights '. |
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Event:
GAMMA#943 Huwan v Aurelius
Date: Apr 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Smith Jr swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking body kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Smith Jr's coach down at Jed's Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Smith Jr's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Smith Jr throws a lazy uppercut
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Smith Jr scores with a body shot.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a body shot that misses
and Smith Jr counters with a nice low kick that buckles MacArthur Jnr's knee momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT#It looks like Corey Smith Jr has been cut.
Smith Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smith Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Smith Jr. Smith Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
Smith Jr scores with a jab to the head.
#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Smith Jr throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Smith Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Smith Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Smith Jr throws a nice inside leg kick.
Smith Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Smith Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smith Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the side of Smith Jr's head but Smith Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smith Jr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smith Jr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Smith Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr tries a head kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Smith Jr is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down MacArthur Jnr rather than just go for the knockout.
Smith Jr misses with a straight right. #T3#
Smith Jr takes one to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Smith Jr doesn't seem bothered though.
MacArthur Jnr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Smith Jr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Smith Jr looks winded!
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A countering left hand to the body from Smith Jr misses.#T4#
Smith Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Smith Jr.
An inside leg kick lands from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a solid leg kick but Smith Jr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a powerful jab.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Smith Jr with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Smith Jr throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacArthur Jnr finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Smith Jr moves out of range.
Smith Jr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling MacArthur Jnr to score with a decent uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Smith Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw a body kick
letting Smith Jr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smith Jr can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Smith Jr moved away.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
and Smith Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr is looking to chop away at Smith Jr's legs.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Smith Jr! But no joy.
Corey Smith Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot by MacArthur Jnr.#CL2#
Smith Jr moves into the clinch successfully.
A right hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from MacArthur Jnr fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr has a couple of punches blocked by Smith Jr.
Smith Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Smith Jr takes a shot to the head.
A short right from Smith Jr.
A shot in the inside from MacArthur Jnr. #T2#
Smith Jr wants to break the clinch but can't.
MacArthur Jnr throws a knee to the head but misses.
#BC2#
Smith Jr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts MacArthur Jnr, as that shot connected.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
MacArthur Jnr is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Smith Jr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
You can see that Smith Jr has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Smith Jr connects with a solid leg kick.
Smith Jr looks to clinch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
MacArthur Jnr catches Smith Jr with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T3#
Smith Jr throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
Smith Jr misses with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut. #KD2#
Smith Jr lands a big head kick that sends MacArthur Jnr tumbling to the mat! Smith Jr takes a step backwards and waves MacArthur Jnr back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut is getting worse.
Nice body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Smith Jr is breathing heavily.#KD#
MacArthur Jnr lands a big uppercut and Smith Jr crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Smith Jr looks OK. MacArthur Jnr waves Smith Jr back to his feet!#ROC#Smith Jr is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr.
Smith Jr is still on wobbly legs! Can MacArthur Jnr finish him?
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Smith Jr out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
A less than humble Robert MacArthur Jnr misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
GAMMA#940 Benedetti v Angus
Date: Apr 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Grace fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Grace bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#CL#
Grace takes the fight into the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grace lands with a left to the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grace finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
We've been informed that MacArthur Jnr has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Grace closes the distance and clinches up with MacArthur Jnr, looking for a takedown. Grace pushes MacArthur Jnr against the cage but MacArthur Jnr circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Grace gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Grace lands an uppercut.
Grace goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1#
Grace struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Grace works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Grace lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Grace blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Grace.
Grace prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr. #BC2#
MacArthur Jnr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Grace changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Grace.#CUT2#It looks like Earl Lee Grace has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
No luck for Grace with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Earl Lee Grace. That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacArthur Jnr gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A shot to the liver by MacArthur Jnr. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Grace sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Earl Lee Grace seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a left hand into Grace's body.
Grace throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Grace checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Grace crumples to the floor and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
GAMMA#937 Sitsongrit v Joy
Date: Mar 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Nascimento ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Nascimento throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck MacArthur Jnr on the side of the head.
A low kick from Nascimento misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Nascimento uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nascimento has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nascimento has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nascimento.
Nascimento throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Nascimento with a low kick.
Nascimento moves out of range of the strikes.
Nascimento throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A nice side step and MacArthur Jnr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Nascimento lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Yago Nascimento has been cut.
Nascimento throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nascimento.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nascimento. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr feints a counter leg kick.
Nascimento blocks the body kick.
Nascimento misses with a right hand #KD2#
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a head kick that drops Nascimento to the mat! Nascimento scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
MacArthur Jnr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nascimento thuds a left hand into MacArthur Jnr's body.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#KD#
Nascimento lands a left and a right that send MacArthur Jnr crashing to the mat, dazed. Nascimento thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr thows a leg kick but Nascimento checks it
and Nascimento counters with a right hand from hell and MacArthur Jnr is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Yago Nascimento!
During a confident post fight interview, Yago Nascimento thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GAMMA#935 Joosep v Defoe
Date: Feb 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Da Vincible staying out of range there.
Da Vincible is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Da Vincible on the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Leonardo Da Vincible has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Da Vincible sees coming a mile off.
Da Vincible throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
and Da Vincible cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Da Vincible slips a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Da Vincible misses the jab.
Da Vincible pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Da Vincible.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that misses.
Da Vincible throws a big counter combination but MacArthur Jnr scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacArthur Jnr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Da Vincible has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Da Vincible and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Da Vincible tried to counter with a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr avoided it.
Da Vincible avoids the body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Da Vincible was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the side of Da Vincible's head but Da Vincible sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Da Vincible throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.#T2#
Da Vincible throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Da Vincible counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch
enabling Da Vincible to counter with a crisp jab.
Da Vincible connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Good shot there by MacArthur Jnr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the body
and Da Vincible makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Da Vincible counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Da Vincible avoids it.
Da Vincible throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Da Vincible.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Da Vincible's sensitive parts.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Da Vincible in the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Da Vincible.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
Da Vincible's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacArthur Jnr under the eye.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Vincible was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
Da Vincible tried to counter with a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr avoided it.
MacArthur Jnr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Da Vincible to score with a decent uppercut.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Da Vincible down with leg kicks.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
Da Vincible is looking to counter punch.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
Da Vincible thinks about countering with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Vincible misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Da Vincible seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Da Vincible's corner calls for a 1-2. Da Vincible obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Leonardo Da Vincible will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Da Vincible's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Da Vincible ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Da Vincible was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Da Vincible throws a sloppy head kick and MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
and Da Vincible counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Da Vincible manages to avoid it.
As MacArthur Jnr backs away, Da Vincible returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Da Vincible slips under a jab.
Da Vincible is looking to counter punch.
A big right from Da Vincible misses.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a head kick. Da Vincible tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to clinch.
Da Vincible throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
#T1#
Da Vincible uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy body kick
and Da Vincible counters with a nice body kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice hook to Da Vincible's body. Da Vincible takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
An inside leg kick from Da Vincible misses.
Da Vincible checks the leg kick nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Da Vincible saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Da Vincible moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick as Da Vincible jumps back.
Da Vincible appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
and Da Vincible counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Da Vincible avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Da Vincible moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Da Vincible pulls out of a head kick attempt.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
Da Vincible appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Da Vincible has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
and Da Vincible counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Da Vincible.#CUT#That has opened up Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut even more.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T3#
Da Vincible fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice body punch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Da Vincible takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice jab there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #KD#
Da Vincible lands a big head kick that sends MacArthur Jnr tumbling to the mat! Da Vincible takes a step backwards and waves MacArthur Jnr back to his feet - he wants the finish!
MacArthur Jnr is still on wobbly legs! Can Da Vincible finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that is checked
and Da Vincible counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Leonardo Da Vincible!
During a confident post fight interview, Leonardo Da Vincible thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GAMMA#931 Joosep v Song
Date: Jan 29, 2022 |
#R1#
Nice body kick there by MacArthur Jnr.
A swing and a miss from MacArthur Jnr.#CL2#
Krampus moves into the clinch successfully.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Krampus has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Krampus's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
MacArthur Jnr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Krampus misses with a short punch on the inside.
Krampus misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a knee strike.
MacArthur Jnr is working Krampus over against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Krampus's elbow.
MacArthur Jnr blocks an uppercut.
#BC2#
Krampus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice outside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr keeps the fight on the outside.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Krampus misses with a wild combination.
Krampus tries to clinch but MacArthur Jnr is having none of it. #T1##CL2#
Krampus pushes MacArthur Jnr up against the cage in a clinch.
Krampus swings wildly with an uppercut but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Krampus blocks it.
Krampus goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Krampus throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MacArthur Jnrs head.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Krampus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Krampus digs a right hand into MacArthur Jnr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MacArthur Jnr's gas tank.
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Krampus's elbow.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Krampus.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Krampus.
Krampus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacArthur Jnr's elbow.
Krampus presses MacArthur Jnr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Krampus.
Krampus dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Krampus lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Krampus tries to clinch but MacArthur Jnr is having none of it.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Krampus gets a clinch.
MacArthur Jnr taking a breather.#BC#
MacArthur Jnr manages to break the clinch.
Krampus blocks a low kick nicely.
A little jabbing left from Krampus on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL2#
Krampus has MacArthur Jnr up against the cage in a clinch.
Krampus throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MacArthur Jnrs head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Krampus creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Krampus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Krampus lands a right hand.
Krampus misses with some punches.
Krampus prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr. #T3#
Krampus working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Krampus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Krampus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Krampus lands a left hand that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
Krampus blocking some punches.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to break free.
Krampus throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Krampus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Krampus blocking some punches.
Krampus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Krampus throws a punch but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Krampus working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Krampus struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Krampus lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr is trying to force a seperation but Krampus has the dominant position.
Krampus blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body.
Krampus has a couple of punches blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Krampus blocks an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr working aggressively here.
#BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Krampus rushes MacArthur Jnr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Krampus taking a breather.
Krampus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Krampus throws a punch but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Krampus trying to control the position but instead, MacArthur Jnr has worked for underhooks and has pushed Krampus into the cage.
Krampus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dexter Krampus dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Krampus drives through and clinches with MacArthur Jnr against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, MacArthur Jnr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Krampus misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Krampus or not.
Krampus is trying to break the clinch but MacArthur Jnr is controlling him.
Krampus has a couple of punches blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
MacArthur Jnr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Krampus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacArthur Jnr's elbow.
Still in the clinch, MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dexter Krampus seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Knees to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a shoulder strike.
Krampus has a couple of punches blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Krampus backwards.
A head punch on the inside from MacArthur Jnr fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook that snaps the head of Krampus backwards.
MacArthur Jnr blocks an uppercut.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr prevents a body shot from Krampus.
Krampus scores with a shot to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.
Still in the clinch, MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice short uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shot to the side of Krampus's head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr is leaning against Krampus and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Krampus is breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr on the inside. #BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nice uppercut lands for MacArthur Jnr. That snapped Krampus's head back.
Krampus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
Krampus misses with a takedown attempt
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Krampus ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Krampus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but MacArthur Jnr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Krampus's head.#CUT#It looks like Dexter Krampus has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Krampus tries to clinch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Krampus's knee momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Krampus with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Krampus throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Krampus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3#
Krampus fails with a takedown attempt.
Krampus will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Krampus moves out of range of the body kick.
Krampus looks to clinch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Krampus thinking. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Krampus lands on the inside with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
Krampus tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Krampus misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Krampus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Krampus scores with a shot to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head. #T4##BC#
MacArthur Jnr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
Krampus moves in looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr pushes him off.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Krampus takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dexter Krampus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Krampus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Krampus takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Krampus's shoulder, as Krampus tries to avoid the shot.
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!
Krampus throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a poor cross that misses
and Krampus counters with a nice body shot. #CL2#
Krampus has managed to clinch.
Krampus lands a left hand.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Krampus's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Dexter Krampus's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Krampus shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
MacArthur Jnr kicks off Krampus and gets to his feet.
Krampus is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down MacArthur Jnr rather than just go for the knockout.
Krampus tries to clinch there but MacArthur Jnr circles away.
Krampus misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Krampus ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Krampus on the side of the head.
Krampus fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Krampus clinches with his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr wants to break free but Krampus has control.
Krampus misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr pushes Krampus back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
Krampus lands with a short shot to the head.
MacArthur Jnr has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
MacArthur Jnr wants to get back to striking at distance but Krampus won't allow it.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Krampus misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
Krampus throws a head punch that misses.
Krampus digs a right hand underneath MacArthur Jnr's ribcage. MacArthur Jnr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Krampus misses with a punch on the inside.
Krampus blocks an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr wants to stall.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Krampus lands with a right to the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
Krampus throws a head punch that misses.
Krampus throws a head punch that misses.
Krampus softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Krampus digs a right hand underneath MacArthur Jnr's ribcage. MacArthur Jnr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MacArthur Jnr throws a punch but it's blocked by Krampus.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Krampus makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Krampus lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Krampus digs a right hand into MacArthur Jnr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MacArthur Jnr's gas tank.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Krampus misses with a punch on the inside.
Krampus goes for a takedown attempt but MacArthur Jnr pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Krampus is looking to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice head shot.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
Krampus cracks MacArthur Jnr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Krampus scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr tries to move into range but Krampus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr circles away from the clinch attempt
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body shot.
Good shot there by MacArthur Jnr.
Krampus tries to bum rush MacArthur Jnr with a series of wild strikes but MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Krampus takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Krampus avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
#T4#
Krampus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Krampus.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
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!
Krampus lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
MacArthur Jnr gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Krampus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Krampus doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a crisp jab.
Krampus tries to close the distance and clinch up but MacArthur Jnr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Krampus misses with a right hand
and Krampus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#That has opened up Dexter Krampus's cut even more.
A telegraphed right hand from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
Krampus throws out a counter right but MacArthur Jnr avoids it with no problem.
Krampus throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a huge head kick that drops Krampus! The ref dives in to stop the fight and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
GAMMA#928 Joosep v Haskins
Date: Jan 08, 2022 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Turillo misses with a kick to the body.
Turillo throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
A nice side step and MacArthur Jnr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Turillo lands a head shot.
Turillo misses with a low kick as MacArthur Jnr jumps back.
Turillo connects with a leg kick.
Turillo misses the body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Song Turillo has been cut.
Turillo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Turillo ducked under it nicely.
Turillo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo lands with a thumping leg kick.
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo lands a really nice looking cross but MacArthur Jnr seems unphased.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Turillo sees coming a mile off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turillo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it well.
Turillo moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
It appears Turillo was looking to counter with a kick there.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Turillo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Danga de danga de dang - Turillo scores with a four punch combination!
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Turillo sees coming a mile off.
Turillo lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts.
Nice defenses there by Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turillo.
Turillo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Turillo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Turillo checks a leg kick.
Turillo lands with a nice body punch.
Turillo lands a glancing blow to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.
Turillo lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Turillo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Turillo throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Turillo lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and MacArthur Jnr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from MacArthur Jnr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Turillo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Turillo throws a wild body kick that MacArthur Jnr sees coming a mile off.
Turillo lands a head shot.
Turillo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Turillo misses with the body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Turillo saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Turillo sees coming a mile off.#T3#
Turillo misses with a straight left.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice body kick.
Turillo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Song Turillo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turillo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A low kick lands for Turillo.
Turillo throws a low kick, looking for MacArthur Jnr's leg but MacArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr thinks about the counter body kick.
Turillo throws a nice looking combination but MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Turillo throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Turillo moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Turillo slips under a jab.#T4#
Turillo defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Turillo moves out of range.
Turillo throws a big counter combination but MacArthur Jnr scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
MacArthur Jnr blocks the body kick.
A countering left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Turillo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Turillo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Turillo misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Turillo. That did some damage!
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Turillo.
It seemed like MacArthur Jnr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Turillo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacArthur Jnr. That did some damage!
A leg kick checked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Turillo steps away.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turillo manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Song Turillo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Song Turillo's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Turillo down with leg kicks.
Turillo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Turillo throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Turillo is able to avoid easily.
Turillo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
MacArthur Jnr lands the left hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Turillo sees coming a mile off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. MacArthur Jnr darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
MacArthur Jnr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Turillo lands a nice shot to the body.
Turillo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Good shot there by MacArthur Jnr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turillo lets loose with a powerful body kick. MacArthur Jnr will feel that in the morning.#T1#
Turillo defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
Turillo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from MacArthur Jnr.
A low kick lands for Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A lazy body kick from Turillo
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Turillo moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Turillo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turillo misses with a body kick.
Turillo throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#Song Turillo's cut is getting worse.
Turillo throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Turillo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Turillo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turillo lands with a thumping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Turillo's head.
Turillo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Turillo lands a nice looking body kick.
A bone on bone clash there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the leg kick.
It seemed like MacArthur Jnr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Turillo lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T3#
Turillo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Turillo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A nice side step and MacArthur Jnr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Turillo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Turillo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacArthur Jnr.
Song Turillo is winning the standup battle so far.
Turillo lands a head kick. MacArthur Jnr smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Turillo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Turillo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab.
Turillo is looking to slow MacArthur Jnr down with leg kicks.
Turillo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Turillo looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Turillo stuns MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Turillo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4#
Turillo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
An inside leg kick lands from Turillo.
Turillo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turillo misses with a kick to the body.
Turillo scores with a three punch combo!
Turillo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a left hand into Turillo's body.
Turillo misses with a series of wild punches.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Turillo looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Turillo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling MacArthur Jnr to score with a decent uppercut.#CUT2#Song Turillo's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Song Turillo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Song Turillo's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Turillo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Turillo thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on MacArthur Jnr if he has to take too many more of those.
Turillo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Turillo moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Turillo misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Turillo ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Turillo. That one must have hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Turillo's sensitive parts.
Turillo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T1#
Turillo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Turillo tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's front leg with a kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turillo.
Turillo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Turillo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Turillo lands with a nice body punch.
Turillo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr falls off balance throwing a combination
and Turillo counters with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr motions for Turillo to come forward. MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Turillo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turillo scores with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Turillo moves out of range.
Turillo misses with a low kick.
Turillo cracks a nice hook into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Turillo moved out of range.
As MacArthur Jnr backs away, Turillo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Turillo connects with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Turillo saw that one coming.
Turillo lands a body shot.
Turillo connects with a good right hand that stumbles MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Turillo throws a body kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but MacArthur Jnr might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Turillo has got the better of the exchanges.
Turillo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps MacArthur Jnr's head backwards.#T3#
Turillo throws a combination that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A big left from Turillo misses.
MacArthur Jnr thinks about the counter body kick.
MacArthur Jnr thows a leg kick but Turillo checks it
and Turillo counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr tries to move into range but Turillo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A jab lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turillo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but MacArthur Jnr circles away quickly and effectively.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Turillo connects with a high kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Turillo. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Song Turillo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Turillo is just out of range.
Turillo appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Turillo throws a body kick that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr throws a chopping leg kick but Turillo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Turillo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Turillo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Turillo's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacArthur Jnr under the eye.
Turillo with a nice calf kick.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick from Turillo.
Turillo lands a body shot.
Turillo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Turillo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Turillo ducks down to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Song Turillo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Turillo 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Song Turillo!
Our winner, Song Turillo, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
GAMMA#925 Joosep v Robert
Date: Dec 18, 2021 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
We've been informed that MacArthur Jnr has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Lõhmus scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Lõhmus's corner calls for a 1-2. Lõhmus obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Joosep Lõhmus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
Lõhmus lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lõhmus throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the side of Lõhmus's head but Lõhmus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus misses with the body kick
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
Lõhmus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Lõhmus steps away.
Lõhmus takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses with a hook
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand. #T1#
Good standup being displayed there by Lõhmus as he connects with a hook.
Lõhmus cracks MacArthur Jnr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr is predictable there
and Lõhmus counters with an outside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes one to the chin there.
Lõhmus misses the body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a right hand.
Lõhmus scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem bothered though.
Lõhmus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr misses
and Lõhmus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lõhmus misses with a leg kick.
It looks like Lõhmus has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Lõhmus looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
Lõhmus swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lõhmus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
Lõhmus loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.#T2#
Lõhmus misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lõhmus scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lõhmus throws a low kick but it's checked well by MacArthur Jnr.
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus scoring well with a low kick there.
Lõhmus lands a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
MacArthur Jnr tried to score with a low kick but Lõhmus checks it.
MacArthur Jnr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lõhmus throws a quick counter kick to the body but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
Lõhmus throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T3#
Lõhmus lands a really nice looking cross but MacArthur Jnr seems unphased.
Nice shot by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lõhmus is out of range and MacArthur Jnr settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick as Lõhmus jumps back.
A solid body kick from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with a low kick but Lõhmus moves his leg out of the way.
It looked like Lõhmus was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lõhmus with a nice calf kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lõhmus lands with an uppercut that bounces MacArthur Jnr off the cage and back into range.
Lõhmus tests MacArthur Jnr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lõhmus with a nice calf kick.#T4#
Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
A big right from Lõhmus misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lõhmus throws a nice outside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lõhmus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus lands a really nice looking cross but MacArthur Jnr seems unphased.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2#It looks like Joosep Lõhmus has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lõhmus.
Donk. Lõhmus catches MacArthur Jnr right on the button with a cross.
Lõhmus throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joosep Lõhmus dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joosep Lõhmus's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Lõhmus misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
Joosep Lõhmus is winning the standup battle so far.
A swing and a miss from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lõhmus checks a leg kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but MacArthur Jnr might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Lõhmus has got the better of the exchanges.
MacArthur Jnr tries a head kick but it misses.
Lõhmus thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lõhmus lands with a right hand.
Lõhmus throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
Lõhmus cracks MacArthur Jnr with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps MacArthur Jnr's head backwards.
Lõhmus misses with a straight right.
Lõhmus buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice cross by Lõhmus.#T1#
Lõhmus fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it well.
Lõhmus avoids the body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Lõhmus slips under a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick, looking for Lõhmus's leg but Lõhmus calmly moves out of range.
Lõhmus swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lõhmus turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
Lõhmus misses with a looping right.
Lõhmus's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacArthur Jnr under the eye.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lõhmus throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lõhmus. That's going to slow MacArthur Jnr down.
Lõhmus fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big left from Lõhmus misses.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Lõhmus throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A good leg kick by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a nice outside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lõhmus is able to avoid easily.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Good shot there by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot that snaps Lõhmus's head back.
#T3#
Lõhmus lands an overhand right.
A punch lands to the side of MacArthur Jnr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lõhmus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lõhmus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr misses
and Lõhmus counters with a stiff right hand.
Lõhmus lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lõhmus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Lõhmus lunges at MacArthur Jnr with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by MacArthur Jnr's hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws a front kick aimed at Lõhmus's knee but Lõhmus avoids it well.
Lõhmus swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a low kick, right behind Lõhmus 's knee.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr takes one to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy right hand. Lõhmus should have avoided that one. #T4#
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
Lõhmus misses with a low kick.
Lõhmus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MacArthur Jnr can do to turn this around?
MacArthur Jnr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lõhmus counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lõhmus throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MacArthur Jnr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jab, jab by MacArthur Jnr - just one landing.
Lõhmus throws out a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range and Lõhmus only half commits.
Lõhmus with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lõhmus fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacArthur Jnr has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lõhmus on the wrong end of a nice jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Lõhmus moves away and avoids it.
A clash of legs there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joosep Lõhmus dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Joosep Lõhmus's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Lõhmus fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches MacArthur Jnr on the side of the head.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the strikes.
Lõhmus throws a body shot but no joy.
Lõhmus clobbers MacArthur Jnr with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lõhmus misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus scores with a hook.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
Lõhmus throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
A big left from Lõhmus misses.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lõhmus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lõhmus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Lõhmus walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lõhmus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lõhmus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus thumps MacArthur Jnr with a low kick.
Lõhmus connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lõhmus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lõhmus cracks MacArthur Jnr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lõhmus lands with a good body shot.
Lõhmus avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lõhmus thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lõhmus jabs MacArthur Jnr right on the nose. MacArthur Jnr blinks but takes it well.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
A leg kick checked by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a right hand that misses
and Lõhmus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lõhmus with the inside leg kick.
Lõhmus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lõhmus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw a body kick
and Lõhmus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lõhmus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
MacArthur Jnr sizes up Lõhmus with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lõhmus bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lõhmus lands a nice looking body shot.
MacArthur Jnr moves forwards but Lõhmus connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lõhmus will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lõhmus throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
Lõhmus lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lõhmus jabs MacArthur Jnr right on the nose. MacArthur Jnr blinks but takes it well.
MacArthur Jnr showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Lõhmus throws a body kick.
#T4#
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lõhmus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lõhmus on the side of the head.
Lõhmus misses with a wild body shot.
Nice defenses there by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Lõhmus avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Lõhmus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lõhmus misses with a right hand #CL2#
and MacArthur Jnr counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr has a couple of punches blocked by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Lõhmus avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
Lõhmus struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Lõhmus avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joosep Lõhmus clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Joosep Lõhmus's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lõhmus counters with a nice low kick that buckles MacArthur Jnr's knee momentarily.
Lõhmus fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Lõhmus throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lõhmus feints and then cracks MacArthur Jnr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow MacArthur Jnr down.
Lõhmus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the body kick.
Lõhmus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab.
Lõhmus pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Lõhmus throws a big shot that misses.
Lõhmus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a straight right hand from Lõhmus.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr lands a head shot.
Lõhmus misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lõhmus avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A low kick from Lõhmus is predictable there
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Lõhmus saw that one coming.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lõhmus. That's going to slow MacArthur Jnr down.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an uppercut that bounces Lõhmus off the cage and back into range.
Lõhmus scores with a sloppy right hand. MacArthur Jnr should have avoided that one.
Lõhmus throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
Lõhmus looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lõhmus misses with a kick to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lõhmus. #T2#
Lõhmus misses with a straight left.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lõhmus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Lõhmus steps away.
MacArthur Jnr lands a really nice looking cross but Lõhmus seems unphased.
A slow jab from Lõhmus misses its intended target.
MacArthur Jnr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lõhmus paws at him with a jab and circles away.
MacArthur Jnr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lõhmus checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lõhmus swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lõhmus's knee momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as Lõhmus loads up on a big left hand.
An inside leg kick from MacArthur Jnr misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lõhmus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
MacArthur Jnr wants to slow Lõhmus down by chopping away at his legs.
Lõhmus throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lõhmus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Lõhmus misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Lõhmus slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr swinging wildly here.
MacArthur Jnr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lõhmus throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lõhmus was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus throws a sloppy head kick and MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lõhmus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lõhmus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Lõhmus blocks it well.
Lõhmus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lõhmus buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T4#
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Lõhmus takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lõhmus scores with a body shot.
Both fighters circling a little - MacArthur Jnr finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Lõhmus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lõhmus.
The fighters circling - Lõhmus throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A countering left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lõhmus avoids the body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Joosep Lõhmus will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joosep Lõhmus's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R5#
A good leg kick by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses with a looping left.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lõhmus lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and MacArthur Jnr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from MacArthur Jnr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
Lõhmus ducks right into an uppercut from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacArthur Jnr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lõhmus has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lõhmus and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Lõhmus counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus throws a half hearted mid kick.
A shot to the liver by Lõhmus. Beautiful body shot.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lõhmus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
#T1#
Lõhmus throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lõhmus takes one to the chin there.
Lõhmus misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Lõhmus throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
Lõhmus throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
And MacArthur Jnr responds with a good body kick, but Lõhmus manages to step out the way in time.
Lõhmus looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lõhmus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lõhmus connects with a right hand. MacArthur Jnr shakes it off.
Lõhmus throws a solid leg kick but MacArthur Jnr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lõhmus.
Lõhmus lands with an uppercut that bounces MacArthur Jnr off the cage and back into range.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr wants to clinch up but Lõhmus keeps it at a distance.
Lõhmus pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
MacArthur Jnr sizes up Lõhmus with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lõhmus with a nice calf kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lõhmus throws the kick towards the body but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
Lõhmus throws a lazy uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr jabs at Lõhmus's body.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
MacArthur Jnr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lõhmus moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
Both fighters circling a little - Lõhmus finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
Joosep Lõhmus is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Jab from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr wants to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lõhmus.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacArthur Jnr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A telegraphed right hand from Lõhmus misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lõhmus checks it well.
An attempted straight right counter from Lõhmus misses the target.
Lõhmus sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T4#
Lõhmus jabs at MacArthur Jnr's body.
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch there but Lõhmus circles away.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lõhmus's hands.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr clinches up with Lõhmus and pushes him back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Lõhmus.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lõhmus lands an uppercut.
Lõhmus lands a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch on the inside.
Lõhmus misses with a punch to the body.
A shot in the inside from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lõhmus misses with the head strike.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Robert MacArthur Jnr.
I think Lõhmus has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 50:45
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 50:46
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joosep Lõhmus!
Joosep Lõhmus retains his light heavyweight title!
Joosep Lõhmus decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
GAMMA#922 Joosep v Dionisy
Date: Nov 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Enchãrya checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
An attempted straight right counter from Enchãrya misses the target.
Enchãrya lands with a kick to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Enchãrya throws a good cross that connects.
MacArthur Jnr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Enchãrya counters with a right hand to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Enchãrya saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Enchãrya sees coming a mile off.
MacArthur Jnr tries a head kick but it misses.
Enchãrya looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a leg kick but Enchãrya saw it coming and moves away.
Damagon Enchãrya seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Enchãrya lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Enchãrya thuds his right hand into MacArthur Jnr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Enchãrya lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Enchãrya bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Enchãrya changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Enchãrya thuds his right hand into MacArthur Jnr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Enchãrya scores with a punch to the head.
Enchãrya misses with a looping left.
Enchãrya connects with a solid leg kick.
Enchãrya throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick.
Enchãrya scores with a shot to the body.
Enchãrya takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Enchãrya pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from Enchãrya on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A nice leg kick from Enchãrya, right into the meat of the thigh.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Enchãrya throws a poor cross that misses
and Enchãrya takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Enchãrya misses with a body shot.
Enchãrya misses with a body kick.
Enchãrya throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Enchãrya has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Enchãrya with a hook.
Enchãrya misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Jnr only half commits to the counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Enchãrya is just out of range.
Enchãrya shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Enchãrya misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Enchãrya.
That kick from Enchãrya tenderised MacArthur Jnr's leg. MacArthur Jnr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Enchãrya scores with a leg kick.
Enchãrya buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Enchãrya avoids it easily.
Enchãrya lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Enchãrya connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between MacArthur Jnr's hands.
Enchãrya moves out of range of the body kick.
Enchãrya with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good body shot.
Enchãrya takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Enchãrya misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Enchãrya with the inside leg kick.
Enchãrya throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
Enchãrya throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range. #T4#
Enchãrya missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Enchãrya is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Donk. MacArthur Jnr catches Enchãrya right on the button with a cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Enchãrya throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Enchãrya.
Enchãrya wants to land a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Enchãrya jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Enchãrya lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Enchãrya swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Enchãrya counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Enchãrya looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damagon Enchãrya dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice body kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Enchãrya moves out of range.
Enchãrya takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
Enchãrya has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Enchãrya rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Enchãrya is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MacArthur Jnr can do to turn this around?
Enchãrya takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Enchãrya manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr works the jab nicely.
Enchãrya chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Enchãrya waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Enchãrya blocks the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Enchãrya jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Enchãrya tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and MacArthur Jnr is able to avoid easily.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
Enchãrya misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot that sends Enchãrya's belly button to the back.
Enchãrya rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp right that sends Enchãrya to the canvas! MacArthur Jnr follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
After the fight, Robert MacArthur Jnr was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
GAMMA#919 Damagon v Lohmus
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Smith Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Smith Jr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Smith Jr.
MacArthur Jnr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Smith Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a right hand. Smith Jr shakes it off.
MacArthur Jnr throws a push kick but Smith Jr slaps the foot to one side.
Smith Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by Smith Jr.
Smith Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Smith Jr throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Smith Jr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Smith Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Smith Jr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy body shot
and Smith Jr counters with a nice uppercut.
Smith Jr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacArthur Jnr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a decent looking hook.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a body kick
and Smith Jr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
#T2#
Smith Jr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slapping leg kick lands for Smith Jr.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and connects with a jab.
Smith Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Smith Jr ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr works Smith Jr's body with a nice hook.
Smith Jr throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by MacArthur Jnr.#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Some bone on bone action there as Smith Jr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
It seemed like Smith Jr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T3#
Smith Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Smith Jr misses with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his shin into the meat of Smith Jr's side.
A shot to the body from Smith Jr misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from Smith Jr. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Smith Jr throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Smith Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
Smith Jr throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Smith Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smith Jr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
MacArthur Jnr is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smith Jr moves away.
Smith Jr throws out a counter right but MacArthur Jnr avoids it with no problem.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Smith Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Smith Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the body
and Smith Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smith Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smith Jr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Smith Jr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Smith Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
A low kick from Smith Jr is predictable there
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Smith Jr has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by MacArthur Jnr.#CL#
MacArthur Jnr clinches 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!
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smith Jr's elbow. #T1#
Smith Jr misses with some punches.
Smith Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smith Jr can do to turn this around?
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr lands a shoulder strike.
A right hook to the body lands for Smith Jr.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacArthur Jnr pushes Smith Jr back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A hook to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
Smith Jr is breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Smith Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Smith Jr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smith Jrs head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr.
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!
Smith Jr throws a head punch that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr.
#T2#
A left hand lands to the body for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr works on Smith Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smith Jr has had enough of the clinch but MacArthur Jnr keeps him there for the moment.
Smith Jr throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Smith Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Smith Jr scores with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an uppercut that bounces Smith Jr off the cage and back into range.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Smith Jr is just out of range.
As MacArthur Jnr backs off Smith Jr throws a huge counter combo but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it all.
Smith Jr missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T3#
Smith Jr misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Smith Jr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
and Smith Jr counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A lazy body kick from Smith Jr
and MacArthur Jnr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
#CL#
MacArthur Jnr gets a clinch. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr works on Smith Jr's body with a couple of short punches.
A hook to the body from Smith Jr.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Smith Jr blocks it.
Smith Jr blocking some punches.
Smith Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Smith Jr prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Smith Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smith Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Smith Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The referee calls for MacArthur Jnr to work.
A short uppercut from MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smith Jr's elbow.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook that snaps the head of Smith Jr backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Smith Jr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Smith Jr avoids a kick to the body.
Smith Jr takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
MacArthur Jnr throws a front kick that sends Smith Jr stumbling back into the cage.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice calf kick.#CL#
MacArthur Jnr gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot in the inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smith Jr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
MacArthur Jnr lands a shoulder strike.
Smith Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a right to the head.
Smith Jr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Smith Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Smith Jr breaks the clinch.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws out a powerful jab.
Smith Jr clobbers MacArthur Jnr with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Smith Jr tries a head kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Smith Jr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice cross.
Smith Jr moves to clinch but MacArthur Jnr breaks away
and Smith Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Smith Jr! He's just covering up as MacArthur Jnr starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
GAMMA#916 Papa v Roland
Date: Oct 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Nig throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nig.
MacArthur Jnr tests Nig's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacArthur Jnr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Nig saw that one coming.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way through Nig's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Nig Nig has been cut.
Nig lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nig looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nig on the side of the head.
Nig cracks MacArthur Jnr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nig tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Nig.
We've been informed that Nig has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Nig throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nig connects with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a kick to the body.
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!
Nig changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
Nig misses with a shot to the body
and Nig takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nig is out of range. #T1#
Nig throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
Nig wants to land a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Nig wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Nig with a good jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Nig sees coming a mile off.
Nig was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nig keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Nig ducks down to avoid it.
Nig Nig seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nig slips a straight right by MacArthur Jnr.
Nig doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nig throws a lazy uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a left hand
and Nig counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nig connects with a solid leg kick.
Nig attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nig works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
Nig lands the left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Nig is just out of range.#T2#
A bone on bone clash there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Nig with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nig.
Nig lands an overhand right.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nig.
Nig scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A low kick lands for Nig.
Nig misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nig.
Nig checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot.
Nig throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T3#
Nig changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nig with the inside leg kick.
A lazy left from Nig finds it's target.
Nig swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Nig does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nig throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from Nig. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big counter combination but Nig scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Nig sees coming a mile off.
Nig throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MacArthur Jnr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nig misses with a low kick as MacArthur Jnr jumps back.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
A decent looking cross lands there for Nig.
Nig blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick from Nig.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nig blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Nig saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr with the inside leg kick.
Nig is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
Nig throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nig misses with a body shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nig.
Nig uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
A swing and a miss from Nig.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
Nig lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nig misses with a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nig listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nig. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nig lands with a good body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Nig Nig will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nig Nig's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nig will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nig ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Nig Nig seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nig scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem bothered though.
Nig's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacArthur Jnr under the eye.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nig is able to avoid easily.
Nig misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Nig lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.
A punch lands to the side of Nig 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nig is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down MacArthur Jnr rather than just go for the knockout.
Nig misses with a body shot.
A shot to the liver by MacArthur Jnr. Beautiful body shot.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Nig's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a right hand. Nig shakes it off.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Nig misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
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!
Nig blocks a head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Nig throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body shot. #T1#
Nig throws a low kick, looking for MacArthur Jnr's leg but MacArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range.
Nig throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
Nig scores with a body shot.
Nig throws a body shot but no joy.
Nig missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to Nig's midsection.#KD#
MacArthur Jnr lands a big head kick that sends Nig tumbling to the mat! MacArthur Jnr takes a step backwards and waves Nig back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Nig is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nig is still on wobbly legs! Can MacArthur Jnr finish him?
MacArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nig seems to have recovered his senses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nig.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
Nig lands a jab to the nose.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Nig.
As Nig backs away, MacArthur Jnr returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
Nig scores with a jab to the body.
Nig connects with a jab.
A big left from Nig misses.
Nig scores with a jab.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Nig in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Nig keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A combination from Nig does no damage.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the kisser.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Nig ducks down to avoid it.
Nig throws a poor cross that misses
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
Nig throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Nig fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
MacArthur Jnr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Nig throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nig misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Nig lands with an overhand left.
Nig misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
Nig throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
Nig takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Nig moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nig. That did some damage!
Nig throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body kick.
Nig feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits MacArthur Jnrs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nig.
MacArthur Jnr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nig slips under a jab from MacArthur Jnr.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr cracks Nig with an open hand slap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nig walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nig throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Nig ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a series of punches but Nig moves out of range.
Nig was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nig throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nig finds it's way round the side to connect with MacArthur Jnr's head.
Nig lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nig misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nig lands a right hook to the body.
Nig looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr half committed to a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick.
Nig throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Nig Nig's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Nig avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
and Nig counters with a stiff right hand.
Nig motions for MacArthur Jnr to come forward. Nig throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Nig uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
Nig thumps MacArthur Jnr with a low kick.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Nig digs a good hook to MacArthur Jnr's body.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Nig avoids it.
Nig doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A left lands for Nig.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nig misses with a body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a thumping low kick.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nig avoids it.
Nig keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nig swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Nig misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Nig scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem bothered though.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nig. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Nig misses the body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a thumping low kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr jabs Nig right on the nose. Nig blinks but takes it well.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
Nig takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nice uppercut lands for MacArthur Jnr. That snapped Nig's head back.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Nig avoids it.
Nig only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Nig is looking to score with low kicks.
Nig throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nig.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nig.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nig misses with a straight left. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Nig connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nig feints and then cracks MacArthur Jnr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow MacArthur Jnr down.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nig stuns MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.
Nig closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy right hand. Nig should have avoided that one.
Nig swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Nig takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
A counter left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses its target.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Nig.
Nig checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nig looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.#T3#
Nig throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook
and Nig counters with a low kick, right behind MacArthur Jnr 's knee.
Nig throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Nig sees coming a mile off.
MacArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
Nig wants to slow MacArthur Jnr down by chopping away at his legs.
Nig swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nig dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nig works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
A kick lands to the mid section there for MacArthur Jnr.
Nig throws a leg kick
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
Nig misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr drops his hands momentarily and Nig takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T4#
Nig throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nig.
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!
A nice inside leg kick there by Nig. That's going to slow MacArthur Jnr down.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick nicely.
Nig fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nig.
Nig appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nig thows a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that drops Nig like a sack of potatoes! MacArthur Jnr dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
GAMMA#914 Turillo v Joosep
Date: Oct 02, 2021 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Falcone stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Falcone if he has to take too many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Falcone's head.
MacArthur Jnr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Falcone misses the shot to the body.
Falcone moves out of range of the body kick.
Falcone throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Falcone tries to land a front kick but MacArthur Jnr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Falcone is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
and Falcone counters with a straight right hand.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Falcone is just out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacArthur Jnr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Falcone has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Falcone and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Falcone! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Falcone counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Falcone blocks the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a right hand. Falcone shakes it off.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick inside leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Falcone.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Falcone.
MacArthur Jnr fails to land with a series of punches.
Falcone looks like he wants to counter punch here.
MacArthur Jnr thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacArthur Jnr tried to score with a low kick but Falcone checks it.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Falcone has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Falcone throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
Falcone takes one on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
That kick from MacArthur Jnr tenderised Falcone's leg. Falcone is trying to keep his angry face on.
Falcone misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Crunch! Falcone slams his shin into MacArthur Jnr's torso.
Falcone takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Falcone's hands.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a decent looking hook.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Falcone.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Falcone's ribs.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.
Falcone fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Falcone connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Falcone throws a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Falcone.
MacArthur Jnr thows a body kick. Falcone tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Falcone bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut
and Falcone counters with a nice low kick that buckles MacArthur Jnr's knee momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a decent looking hook.
Falcone lands a nice hook to MacArthur Jnr's body. MacArthur Jnr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Falcone crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from MacArthur Jnr - the referee stops the clock and Falcone gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says MacArthur Jnr. Falcone manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Falcone is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Falcone manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Falcone.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Falcone manages to avoid it.#KD2#
Falcone lands a big right hand that sends MacArthur Jnr crashing to the mat! Falcone stays standing though and waves MacArthur Jnr back to his feet!#ROC2#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!#CUT2#Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut is getting worse.
Falcone thuds his shin into the meat of MacArthur Jnr's side.
Oh MacArthur Jnr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
MacArthur Jnr is breathing heavily.
Falcone lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Anthony Falcone!
An out of breath Anthony Falcone thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
GAMMA#911 Turilo v Falcone
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Lõhmus checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Joosep Lõhmus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Lõhmus lands a really nice looking cross but MacArthur Jnr seems unphased.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Lõhmus ducked under it nicely.
A low kick from Lõhmus is predictable there
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good low kick that Lõhmus was not able to check.
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lõhmus. That did some damage!
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lõhmus lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Lõhmus misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lõhmus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by Lõhmus there.
Lõhmus tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's front leg with a kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lõhmus.
That kick from Lõhmus tenderised MacArthur Jnr's leg. MacArthur Jnr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lõhmus steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from MacArthur Jnr. That one must have hurt.
Lõhmus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
#T1#
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Lõhmus is out of range.
Lõhmus defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
Lõhmus connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lõhmus moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lõhmus lands with a hook. MacArthur Jnr tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lõhmus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lõhmus misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Lõhmus ducks down to avoid it.
Nice uppercut there from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lõhmus misses the jab.
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!
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Decent striking displayed by MacArthur Jnr there.
Lõhmus checks a leg kick.#T2#
A swing and a miss from MacArthur Jnr.
A good leg kick by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Lõhmus's shoulder, as Lõhmus tries to avoid the shot.
Lõhmus is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lõhmus throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lõhmus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Lõhmus lands with a nice body punch.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
Lõhmus throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr takes one to the side of the head.
Jab by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr jabs Lõhmus to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jab from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus blocks a head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus is looking to counter with head kicks.
Lõhmus lands a right hook to the body.
Lõhmus takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Lõhmus throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lõhmus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Lõhmus moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice shot lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lõhmus connects with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lõhmus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lõhmus throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a leg kick.
Lõhmus is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
MacArthur Jnr's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lõhmus connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! MacArthur Jnr scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lõhmus uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacArthur Jnr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lõhmus has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lõhmus and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lõhmus moves away.
Lõhmus misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
Lõhmus connects with a single shot there.
MacArthur Jnr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
A head kick misses from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Lõhmus ducks down to avoid it.
Lõhmus scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd cheers as MacArthur Jnr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lõhmus doesn't seem phased though.
Lõhmus uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MacArthur Jnr has time to react.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and connects with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Lõhmus avoids it.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
It looked like Lõhmus wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jab by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacArthur Jnr thows a leg kick but Lõhmus checks it
and Lõhmus counters with a nice body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Joosep Lõhmus will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lõhmus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lõhmus throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd cheers as Lõhmus lands an impressive looking overhand right. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem phased though.
Lõhmus misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice looking jab.
Lõhmus fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a leg kick but Lõhmus moves out of range and MacArthur Jnr only half commits.
Lõhmus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lõhmus scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
It looks like Lõhmus has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
Jab from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lõhmus throws a front kick aimed at MacArthur Jnr's knee but MacArthur Jnr avoids it well.
Lõhmus takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lõhmus avoids a kick to the body.
Lõhmus throws a good cross that connects.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lõhmus manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Lõhmus saw that one coming.
Lõhmus throws out a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range and Lõhmus only half commits.
MacArthur Jnr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus staying out of range there.
Lõhmus swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Lõhmus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
Lõhmus misses with a low kick.
Lõhmus throws a push kick but MacArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
A nice side step and MacArthur Jnr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Lõhmus misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
Lõhmus is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
Lõhmus avoids the body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lõhmus takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lõhmus connects with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A little feinted left hand from Lõhmus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a straight right hand from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
Lõhmus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lõhmus works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
Nice shot by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lõhmus under the eye.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a right hand. Lõhmus shakes it off.
Joosep Lõhmus is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr throws a push kick but Lõhmus slaps the foot to one side.
Lõhmus wants to slow MacArthur Jnr down by chopping away at his legs.
Lõhmus takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
MacArthur Jnr has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lõhmus chopping away at his opponent's legs.
MacArthur Jnr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T3#
Lõhmus takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a head kick by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus lands a lovely overhand right.
Jab by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body
and Lõhmus counters with a nice uppercut.
Lõhmus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lõhmus misses with a straight left.
Lõhmus throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacArthur Jnr unleashes a big counter combination but Lõhmus bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lõhmus misses with a hook.
Lõhmus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Lõhmus misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A telegraphed right hand from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the head kick by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Lõhmus's shoulder, as Lõhmus tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr does it's job there.
Lõhmus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
That kick from MacArthur Jnr tenderised Lõhmus's leg. Lõhmus is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lõhmus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lõhmus checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot.
Lõhmus avoids a kick to the body.
A big left from Lõhmus misses.
MacArthur Jnr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lõhmus.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
MacArthur Jnr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lõhmus to score with a decent uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Lõhmus strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Joosep Lõhmus will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
MacArthur Jnr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lõhmus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Lõhmus.
A clash of legs there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the low kick.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lõhmus gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lõhmus keeps the fight on the outside.
Lõhmus throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Lõhmus's head.
Lõhmus chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lõhmus tries a low kick but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
Lõhmus loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.
Lõhmus will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body
and Lõhmus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick.
Lõhmus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus throws a low kick, looking for MacArthur Jnr's leg but MacArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
Lõhmus backing away here, and MacArthur Jnr unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Lõhmus keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lõhmus tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Lõhmus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Lõhmus is looking to slow MacArthur Jnr down with leg kicks.
Lõhmus darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lõhmus.
Nice body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lõhmus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus half committed to a counter leg kick.#T2#
Lõhmus lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Lõhmus.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a push kick but Lõhmus slaps the foot to one side.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lõhmus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lõhmus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Lõhmus was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a quick inside leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus lands with a shot to the body.
Joosep Lõhmus is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr tries a quick counter leg kick but Lõhmus is wise to it.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lõhmus is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lõhmus works the jab nicely.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Lõhmus on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lõhmus looks to land a body kick but MacArthur Jnr moved away.
Lõhmus wants to land a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lõhmus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lõhmus connects with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus takes one on the chin but seems OK.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
Lõhmus lands with a thumping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes one to the chin there.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Lõhmus slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lunges at Lõhmus with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lõhmus's hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr sizes up Lõhmus with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T4#
Both fighters circling a little - MacArthur Jnr finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Lõhmus ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lõhmus works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Lõhmus's ribs.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lõhmus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the strikes.
Lõhmus punishes MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice straight punch.
Lõhmus takes one on the button.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Lõhmus strikes.
It seemed like MacArthur Jnr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy body shot
and Lõhmus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Lõhmus counter with a right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr takes a head kick and keeps coming.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Joosep Lõhmus.
Well Lõhmus 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joosep Lõhmus!
Joosep Lõhmus thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
GAMMA#908 Lohmus v Turillo
Date: Aug 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Defoe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Defoe misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
Defoe looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Defoe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MacArthur Jnr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Defoe scrambles back to his feet.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Defoe doesn't seem bothered though.
Defoe drops his hands momentarily and MacArthur Jnr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Defoe moves out of range.
Defoe throws a big counter combination but MacArthur Jnr scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Defoe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Defoe lands a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
Defoe throws a body kick that misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts MacArthur Jnr, as that shot connected.
Defoe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice body kick there by MacArthur Jnr.
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!
MacArthur Jnr is looking to chop away at Defoe's legs.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Defoe was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Defoe throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Defoe blocks it well.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Defoe.
Defoe takes one to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Defoe.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
That kick from Defoe tenderised MacArthur Jnr's leg. MacArthur Jnr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Defoe blocks the body kick.
Defoe checks a leg kick.
Defoe throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Defoe was well out of range.
We've been informed that MacArthur Jnr has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
MacArthur Jnr lets loose with a powerful body kick. Defoe will feel that in the morning.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Defoe.
Defoe goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Defoe on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Defoe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Defoe is just out of range.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr cracks Defoe with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick misses from Defoe.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Defoe staying out of range there.
Defoe connects with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr throws a good cross that connects.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Defoe.
MacArthur Jnr takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Defoe misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Defoe throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Defoe had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Defoe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
An attempted straight right counter from Defoe misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.#T3#
Defoe connects with a nice looking jab.
Defoe defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
Defoe lands with a nice body kick.
MacArthur Jnr has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Defoe.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Defoe.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Defoe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Defoe throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Defoe avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a lovely overhand right.
Defoe scores with a hook to the body. MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Defoe looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
Defoe throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
A kick lands to the mid section there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Defoe avoids it easily.
Defoe throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Defoe checks the leg kick nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
Defoe appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
Defoe motions for MacArthur Jnr to come forward. Defoe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Defoe ducked under it nicely.
Defoe throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Defoe's knee momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a shot to the body.
Defoe throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr moves into the clinch successfully.
Defoe is trying to push MacArthur Jnr away but MacArthur Jnr has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
MacArthur Jnr prevents Defoe from breaking the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Defoe controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Defoe.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr pushes Defoe back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr presses Defoe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Defoe is breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Defoe walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Defoe's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Defoe has time to react.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Defoe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Defoe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Defoe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Defoe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
MacArthur Jnr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
MacArthur Jnr tests Defoe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws an off balance right hand
and Defoe counters with a nice uppercut.
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!
MacArthur Jnr fails with an attempt to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Defoe.
#T1#
Defoe scores with a jab to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Defoe with a good jab.
Defoe throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
Defoe throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
Nice jab there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lets loose with a powerful body kick. Defoe will feel that in the morning.
A punch lands to the side of Defoe 's head but he takes it in his stride.
MacArthur Jnr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Defoe.
Defoe misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws an off balance right hand
and Defoe counters with a lovely shot to the body.
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!
Defoe throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Defoe throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short shot to the head.
Defoe looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A right handed body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from MacArthur Jnr.
Defoe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
MacArthur Jnr lands an uppercut.
Defoe wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Defoe has had enough of the clinch but MacArthur Jnr keeps him there for the moment.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Defoe or not.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Defoe backwards.
Defoe is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook that snaps the head of Defoe backwards.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a light punch inside.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Defoe avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
A hook to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Defoe avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Defoe avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
Defoe is trying to break the clinch but MacArthur Jnr has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Defoe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A leg kick checked by Defoe.
A little feinted left hand from Defoe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr fails to land with a series of punches.
MacArthur Jnr lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Defoe takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Defoe tries to land a front kick but MacArthur Jnr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Defoe defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice looking jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Defoe has time to react.
Sloppy strikes from Defoe. Those never looked like landing. #T4#
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!
Defoe looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Defoe.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Defoe with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking body shot.
Defoe moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
MacArthur Jnr scores with the left hand. Defoe knows he should have avoided that one.
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses
and Defoe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Defoe lands a right hook to the body.
Defoe scores with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Defoe scores with a kick to the body.
Defoe pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Defoe throws a front kick that sends MacArthur Jnr stumbling back into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
Defoe quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Defoe lands a jab to the head.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Defoe is out of range.
Defoe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Defoe takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
Defoe looks to land a combination but MacArthur Jnr avoids it well.
Defoe thuds his shin into the meat of MacArthur Jnr's side.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr clinches up with Defoe and pushes him back against the cage.
Defoe has had enough of the clinch but MacArthur Jnr keeps him there for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in the clinch, MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice short uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Defoe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
MacArthur Jnr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice hook to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Defoe is looking to break free of the clinch but MacArthur Jnr has double underhooks. #T1##BC#
Defoe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Defoe is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Defoe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Defoe lands a nice shot that snaps MacArthur Jnr's head back.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Defoe.
MacArthur Jnr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice body kick.
Defoe walks into a jab.#ROC2#Defoe is rocked!
Defoe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oh Defoe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Defoe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab.
Defoe seems to have got his legs back now.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Defoe with an open hand slap.
MacArthur Jnr showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Defoe.
Defoe throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Defoe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hurricane Defoe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
Defoe looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Defoe takes a head kick and keeps coming.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Defoe.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Defoe.
A countering left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Defoe lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts.
MacArthur Jnr tests Defoe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacArthur Jnr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Defoes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Defoe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping right hand.
#KD2#
MacArthur Jnr lands a big right hand that sends Defoe crashing to the mat! MacArthur Jnr stays standing though and waves Defoe back to his feet!#T3#
Defoe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
Defoe takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Defoe sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr keeps Defoe at a distance using the push kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Defoe throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Defoe looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Defoe walks into a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
MacArthur Jnr has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Defoe.#CL2#
Defoe tries to keep at a distance but MacArthur Jnr has taken the fight into the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Defoe controls his hands.
#T4#
Defoe is looking to break free of the clinch but MacArthur Jnr has double underhooks.
Defoe blocks a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Defoe tries to break the clinch but MacArthur Jnr is controlling the position.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by MacArthur Jnr.
Defoe wants to get back to striking at distance but MacArthur Jnr won't allow it.
MacArthur Jnr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Defoe fails to land.
Defoe wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice looking jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a good cross that connects.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well MacArthur Jnr 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 William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
During a confident post fight interview, Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GAMMA#903 Falcone v Papa
Date: Jul 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Nig buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nig defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Nig moved out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts MacArthur Jnr, as that shot connected.
MacArthur Jnr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Nig with the inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr thows a body kick. Nig tries to catch it but that hurt him.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr gets cracked there but stands up to it.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nig manages to avoid it.
Nig wants to slow MacArthur Jnr down by chopping away at his legs.
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Nig with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nig misses with a low kick.
Nig swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Nig ducked under it nicely.
A nice side step and Nig releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nig throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range. #T1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Nig lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and MacArthur Jnr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from MacArthur Jnr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
MacArthur Jnr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Nig just manages to avoid it.
Good work by Nig as he checks the leg kick.
Nig throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
MacArthur Jnr tried to counter with a leg kick but Nig avoided it.
Nig fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it well.
MacArthur Jnr with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a decent looking hook.
Nig stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Nig tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr half committed to a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
enabling Nig to counter with a crisp jab.
Nig takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nig throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Nig lands a nice hook to MacArthur Jnr's body. MacArthur Jnr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
That kick from Nig tenderised MacArthur Jnr's leg. MacArthur Jnr is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've been informed that Nig has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
MacArthur Jnr sets himself, and Nig steps forward looking for the clinch! MacArthur Jnr avoids it this time.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nig throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nig throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Nig.#T2#
Nig tries to close the distance and clinch up but MacArthur Jnr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
MacArthur Jnr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nig to score with a decent uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A quick step to the side and MacArthur Jnr tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nig.
Nig moves in looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr pushes him off.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a leg kick but Nig moves out of range and MacArthur Jnr only half commits.
Nig takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nig throws a quick inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Nig throws out a counter right but MacArthur Jnr avoids it with no problem.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nig chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
Nice body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Nig blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nig manages to avoid it.
Nig looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
Nig throws a chopping leg kick but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T3#
Nig slips a straight right by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nig bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nig bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nig throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Nig attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A big right from Nig misses.
A little feinted left hand from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nig walks into a straight right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
Nig pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range and Nig settles back down.
Nig with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A swing and a miss from Nig.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body. Nig takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nig throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Nig.
Nig lands a nice looking body shot.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Nig with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nig throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Nig throws a chopping leg kick but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Nig swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
A head kick from MacArthur Jnr lands but Nig takes it in his stride. #CL2#
Nig drives through and clinches with MacArthur Jnr against the cage.
Nig throws a head punch that misses.
Nig blocks an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to break the clinch but Nig is controlling him.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nig.
Nig misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nig presses MacArthur Jnr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nig.
Nig fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nig tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Nig.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nig.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nig.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a left to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Nig Nig will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick.
Nig misses with a hook.
Nig misses the shot to the body.
Nig dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice body kick.
Nig stuns MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nig walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Nig lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nig on the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Nig.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The crowd cheers as MacArthur Jnr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nig doesn't seem phased though.
Nig walks into a stiff left hand from MacArthur Jnr.
Nig misses with a body shot.
A jab from Nig misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a combination. Nig tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Nig strikes.
Nig throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr tries a head kick but it misses.
Nig appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nig.
Nig Nig seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nig manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nig Nig seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nig misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws a front kick aimed at Nig's knee but Nig avoids it well.
Nig misses with a jab to the body
and Nig takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacArthur Jnr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Nig has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nig and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Nig scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Nig only half commits to the counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A head kick misses from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nig's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacArthur Jnr under the eye.
Nig walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
As Nig backs away, MacArthur Jnr returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nig.
#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A leg kick checked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick.
Nig scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nig bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.
Nig dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
Nig scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nig misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Nig with an open hand slap.
Nig throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Nig waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
Nig throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Nig throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd cheers as MacArthur Jnr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nig doesn't seem phased though.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as Nig loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Nig with a nice calf kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice looking combination but Nig bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nice shot lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Nig fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nig waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
Nig misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Nig moves out of range.
Nig just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nig.
Nig misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Nig's ribcage but misses.
A big right from Nig misses.
Nig scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem bothered though.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Nig down with leg kicks.
A bone on bone clash there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the leg kick.
Nig's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
MacArthur Jnr misses the jab.
Nig ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Nig in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nig's corner calls for a 1-2. Nig obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nig looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a leg kick but Nig moves out of range and MacArthur Jnr only half commits.
Nig slips under a jab.
Nig throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nig.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a right hand. Nig shakes it off.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from MacArthur Jnr.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nig fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nig has time to react.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nig.
Nig was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nice body punch from Nig.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
An inside leg kick lands from Nig.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nig throws out the jab.
Nig wants to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr keeps it at a distance.
Nig throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
Nig misses with a wild body shot.
Nig's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacArthur Jnr under the eye.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a few strikes there.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nig counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A little jabbing left from Nig on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nig misses with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Nig avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nig defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
Nig takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nig has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#T1#
Nig looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nig.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Nig's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nig was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Nig checks it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
and Nig counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nig avoids the body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Nig throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nig throws a big shot that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
Nig misses with a hook.
A bone on bone clash there as Nig blocks the leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nig. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nig drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nig finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T2#
Nig cracks MacArthur Jnr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
Nig clobbers MacArthur Jnr with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nig pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range and Nig settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Nig.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
Nig tries a low kick but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Nig throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
Nig misses with a body punch
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Nig.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Nig moves out of range easily.
Nig feints a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Nig avoids it easily.
Nig throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses its target.
Nig finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Nig lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and MacArthur Jnr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from MacArthur Jnr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nig.#T3#
Nig swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body kick.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nig.
#CL2#
Nig forces MacArthur Jnr back against the cage and clinches.
Nig swings wildly with an uppercut but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nig can't find room to land a body shot as MacArthur Jnr controls the action.
A left hand lands to the body for MacArthur Jnr.
Nig takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MacArthur Jnr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook that snaps the head of Nig backwards.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hand.
Nig has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands an elbow just above Nig 's eye. #CUT#It looks like Nig Nig has been cut.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nigs head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short left from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot. #T4#
A right handed body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
MacArthur Jnr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Nig with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Nig saw that one coming.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. MacArthur Jnr darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
MacArthur Jnr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Nig throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well MacArthur Jnr 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
An out of breath Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
GAMMA#898 MacArthur v Turilo
Date: Jun 12, 2021 |
#R1#
Turillo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr misses
and Turillo counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Turillo to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws an off balance right hand
and Turillo counters with a nice body kick.
A big right from Turillo misses.
Turillo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MacArthur Jnr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Turillo scrambles back to his feet.#CUT#It looks like Song Turillo has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Turillo - that will leave a mark!
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Turillo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a combination. Turillo tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy uppercut
and Turillo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Turillo misses with a body kick.
Turillo lands a glancing blow to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.#T1#
Turillo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck MacArthur Jnr on the side of the head.
Turillo goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Turillo lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Turillo is out of range.
The fighters circling - Turillo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Turillo looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
An inside leg kick lands from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo cracks a nice hook into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
Turillo swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Song Turillo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Turillo misses its intended target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Turillo throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as Turillo loads up on a big left hand. #T2##CL#
MacArthur Jnr closes the distance and clinches.
Turillo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Turillo is working MacArthur Jnr over against the cage.
Turillo misses with a punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr stalling.
Turillo takes a shot to the head.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
#BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
MacArthur Jnr wants to slow Turillo down by chopping away at his legs.
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
Turillo throws a nice inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to clinch but Turillo is avoiding it.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the head kick by Turillo.
Turillo connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
Turillo moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo scores with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.
Turillo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Turillo looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
Turillo pushes MacArthur Jnr away with a front kick.
Turillo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice outside leg kick.
Turillo throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from MacArthur Jnr. Turillo shrugs it off though.
Turillo throws a sloppy head kick and MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turillo throws a push kick but MacArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
Turillo misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick.
Turillo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T4#
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Turillo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Turillo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Turillo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut. Turillo saw that one coming.
Turillo lands a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a right hand. Turillo shakes it off.
Turillo misses with a straight left.
Turillo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Turillo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Turillo works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
Turillo jabs MacArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Song Turillo dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Turillo moves out of range.
Turillo checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Song Turillo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Turillo misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Turillo throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Turillo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Turillo moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turillo checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a hook. Turillo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Turillo scores with a jab to the head.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Turillo.
Turillo just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a left hand.
Turillo misses the jab.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Turillo.
Turillo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot.
Turillo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr is looking for a counter combo.
MacArthur Jnr blocks the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
Turillo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Turillo has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
MacArthur Jnr explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T2#
A low kick from Turillo is predictable there
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A slapping leg kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo misses with a body kick.
Turillo blocks the body kick.
Turillo throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turillo misses with a low kick.
Turillo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Turillo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MacArthur Jnr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
Turillo connects with a looping right hand.
Turillo moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the side of Turillo's head but Turillo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Turillo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Turillo moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr is looking to score with low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Turillo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Turillo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Turillo thows a body kick. MacArthur Jnr tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Turillo throws a half hearted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Turillo throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr wants to slow Turillo down by chopping away at his legs.
A nice side step and Turillo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Turillo lands an overhand right.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a leg kick.
Turillo looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
Turillo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Turillo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Turillo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MacArthur Jnr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body. Turillo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Turillo throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good low kick that Turillo was not able to check.
Turillo throws a body kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Song Turillo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr blocks a leg kick.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Turillo swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Turillo tries a low kick but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
Turillo lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Turillo's sensitive parts.
Turillo thows a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Turillo blocks it.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick that knocks Turillo off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacArthur Jnr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Turillo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses
and Turillo counters with a slapping leg kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Turillo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Turillo moves out of range of the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Turillo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Turillo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot that sends Turillo's belly button to the back.
Turillo misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body shot.
Turillo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Turillo's front leg but catches the back leg as Turillo tries to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Turillo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Turillo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Turillo checks a leg kick.
Turillo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
An inside leg kick from Turillo misses.
Turillo misses with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Turillo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
A bone on bone clash there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the leg kick.
Turillo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
MacArthur Jnr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Turillo under the eye.
MacArthur Jnr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Turillo on the side of the head.#CUT#That has opened up Song Turillo's cut even more.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a left hand but Turillo moved out of range nicely.
Turillo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr obviously looking to wear him down.
Turillo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick that knocks Turillo off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a head kick by Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr throwing a counter right hand but Turillo manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circle momentarily. MacArthur Jnr darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Turillo does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
Turillo tries to land a front kick but MacArthur Jnr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
Turillo misses with the combination.
Turillo has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacArthur Jnr.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with a low kick but Turillo moves his leg out of the way.
Turillo throws a low kick, looking for MacArthur Jnr's leg but MacArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Turillo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turillo.
Turillo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Turillo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr moves in looking to clinch but Turillo pushes him off.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr misses
and Turillo makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Turillo scores with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turillo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Turillo misses with a body shot.
Turillo digs a good hook to MacArthur Jnr's body.
Turillo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Turillo there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Turillo is looking to land body kicks.
Turillo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr blocks the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
Turillo feints and then cracks MacArthur Jnr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow MacArthur Jnr down.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Turillo blocks a head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch up but Turillo circles away and keeps his distance.
A swing and a miss from Turillo.
Turillo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr cracks Turillo with a good jab.
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
An inside leg kick lands from Turillo.
Turillo lands a really nice looking cross but MacArthur Jnr seems unphased.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turillo throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab and a cross from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Turillo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Turillo misses the shot to the body.
Turillo connects with a solid leg kick.
Turillo throws a body kick that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a right hand to the body.
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch up but Turillo circles away and keeps his distance.#T3#
Turillo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Turillo looks for the body kick but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
A swing and a miss from Turillo.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Turillo saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Turillo moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Turillo misses the shot to the body.
Turillo just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMacArthur Jnr.
A shot to the liver by MacArthur Jnr. Beautiful body shot.
Turillo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Turillo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Turillo misses with a jab to the body
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Turillo is out of range. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Turillo ducked under it nicely.
Turillo looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Turillo has time to react.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Turillo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Turillo moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
Turillo scores with the left hand. MacArthur Jnr knows he should have avoided that one.
Turillo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Turillo.
Turillo loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Song Turillo dominated that fourth round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
MacArthur Jnr wants to clinch.
Turillo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Turillo checks a leg kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Turillo - that will leave a mark!
Turillo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Turillo tries to land a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Turillo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Turillo misses with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr catches Turillo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sloppy strikes from MacArthur Jnr. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Turillo swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Turillo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Turillo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Turillo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.
Turillo looks for the body kick but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
Jab from Turillo.
Turillo keeps MacArthur Jnr at a distance using the push kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Turillo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Turillo with the inside leg kick.
Turillo misses with a wild body shot.
Turillo lands with a slapping head kick. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Turillo.
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!
MacArthur Jnr walks into a stiff left hand from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Turillo throws a body kick.
Turillo looks for the body kick but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr with the inside leg kick. #CL#
MacArthur Jnr has managed to clinch.
Turillo blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand.
#T3#
Turillo lands a right hand that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
MacArthur Jnr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice short uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, MacArthur Jnr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Turillo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A nice right hand lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A right hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
Turillo prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Turillo backwards.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Turillo backwards.
Song Turillo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
Turillo has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
MacArthur Jnr working aggressively here.
MacArthur Jnr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Turillos head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Turillo blocks it.
A left hand lands to the body for Turillo.
Turillo misses with some punches.
Turillo keeps the fight in the clinch, despite MacArthur Jnr's efforts to push away.
A right hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo managing to block the knees to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo can't find room to land a body shot as MacArthur Jnr controls the action.
MacArthur Jnr tries a knee to the head but Turillo blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Turillo has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 47:48
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 47:48
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Song Turillo!
Song Turillo is the new light heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Song Turillo 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:
GAMMA#894 MacArthur v Whymer
Date: May 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Whymer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Whymer throws the kick towards the body but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Whymer swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've been told by MacArthur Jnr's head coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL#
MacArthur Jnr gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A body shot lands from Whymer.
A head punch on the inside from Whymer fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Whymer digs a right hand into MacArthur Jnr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MacArthur Jnr's gas tank.
Whymer blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Whymer.
Whymer swings wildly with an uppercut but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
Whymer lands a shot to the body.
Whymer scores with a shot to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice right hand lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with an uppercut but Whymer uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr working aggressively here.
MacArthur Jnr misses with some punches.
Whymer blocks a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Whymer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks from the clinch.
Danga de danga de dang - Whymer scores with a four punch combination!#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
A bone on bone clash there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the leg kick.
Whymer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Whymer misses with a straight right.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Whymer - that will leave a mark!
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr works over Whymer's head and body with a nice combination.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Whymer with a low kick.
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!
MacArthur Jnr blocks the body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.#T2#
Whymer throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
Whymer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
Whymer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Whymer misses with a leg kick.
Whymer lands with a shot to the body.
Whymer slips a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
Whymer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Whymer moved away.
MacArthur Jnr works the jab nicely.
Whymer tries to bum rush MacArthur Jnr with a series of wild strikes but MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Whymer scores with a spinning back kick!
Whymer misses with a body kick.
Whymer scores with a body shot.
#T3#
Whymer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Whymer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
A clash of legs there as Whymer blocks the low kick.
Whymer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from MacArthur Jnr.
Just Whymer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
Whymer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat of the thigh.
Whymer throws a right and a left that both miss.
Whymer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Whymer's head.#CL#
MacArthur Jnr clinches up with Whymer and pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
Whymer working aggressively here.
Whymer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Whymer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Whymer lands a hook to the side of the head.
Whymer misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Whymer has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. MacArthur Jnr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Whymer can turn it around.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Whymer misses with a punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr is working Whymer over against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Whymer backwards.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Whymer struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Whymer blocks it.
A body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr.
Whymer looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Whymer throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacArthur Jnr can't find room to land a body shot as Whymer controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Whymer lunges at MacArthur Jnr with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by MacArthur Jnr's hand.
MacArthur Jnr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Whymer to score with a decent uppercut.
Whymer misses with a kick to the body
and Whymer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Whymer misses with a kick to the body.
Whymer pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range and Whymer settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Whymer moves away.
Whymer stuns MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Whymer throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Whymer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A shot to the liver by Whymer. Beautiful body shot.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a left hand but Whymer moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Whymer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Whymer looks to throw a body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a jab.
Whymer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Whymer misses with a shot to the body
and Whymer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Whymer cracks MacArthur Jnr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Whymer lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Whymer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Whymer cracks a nice hook into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
Whymer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Whymer.#T2#
Whymer stuns MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Whymer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Whymer connects with a leg kick.
Whymer throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
Whymer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.
Whymer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt MacArthur Jnr.
Whymer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Whymer looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr tries a low kick but Whymer avoids it.
Whymer throws a right and a left that both miss.
Whymer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
MacArthur Jnr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Whymer. Whymer obviously looking to wear him down.
Whymer throws the kick towards the body but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.#T3#
Whymer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Whymer moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Just Whymer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Whymer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#CL#
MacArthur Jnr gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Whymer lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Whymer lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Whymer scores with a shoulder strike.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Whymer in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Whymer misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from MacArthur Jnr fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Whymer struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Whymer backwards. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Whymer tries to throw a body punch but MacArthur Jnr avoids it by throwing Whymer back against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Whymer fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Whymer controls his hands.
Whymer lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Whymer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Whymer is working MacArthur Jnr over against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr throws a punch but it's blocked by Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr misses with some punches.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Whymer swings wildly with an uppercut but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Whymer breaks the clinch.
Whymer throws a body kick that misses.
Whymer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr throwing a counter right hand but Whymer manages to avoid it.
Whymer moves out of range of the leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Just Whymer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr blocks a low kick nicely.
Whymer throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Whymer moves out of range of the leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Whymer shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. MacArthur Jnr eats them both and turns towards Whymer to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Nice body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Whymer moves away.
Whymer throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Whymer throws a right hand that MacArthur Jnr ducks under and follows up with a left that MacArthur Jnr also avoids with ease.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Whymer tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's front leg with a kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
Whymer jabs MacArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
MacArthur Jnr throws a chopping leg kick but Whymer manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T1#
Whymer scores with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses the jab.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Whymer looks for the body kick but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
Whymer lands a high kick!
A bone on bone clash there as Whymer blocks the leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Whymer.
Whymer was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Jab from MacArthur Jnr.
Whymer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Whymer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a powerful jab.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Whymer is able to avoid easily.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a leg kick but Whymer saw it coming and moves away.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
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!
A punch lands to the side of MacArthur Jnr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Whymer throws a wild body kick that MacArthur Jnr sees coming a mile off.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Whymer lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and MacArthur Jnr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from MacArthur Jnr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Whymer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Whymer.
Whymer throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Whymer.
Whymer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as Whymer loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Whymer throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Whymer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Whymer lands with a straight right. MacArthur Jnr didn't see that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch but Whymer is having none of it.
Whymer unleashes a big counter combination but MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Whymer lands a nice looking body kick.
Whymer misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
Whymer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
#T4#
Whymer lands a nice hook to MacArthur Jnr's body. MacArthur Jnr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Whymer digs a good hook to MacArthur Jnr's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Whymer buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jab from Whymer.
Whymer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Whymer lands a body shot.
#CL#
MacArthur Jnr darts in and clinches Whymer up against the cage.
Whymer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Whymer working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Whymer misses with the head strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Just Whymer really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
MacArthur Jnr wants to clinch
and Whymer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Whymer misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a slapping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Whymer now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Whymer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Whymer throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Whymer misses with a shot to the body
and Whymer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Whymer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick from Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Whymer misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
Whymer on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T1#
Whymer tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Whymer jabs MacArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Whymer connects with a good right hand that stumbles MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Whymer.
Whymer throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Whymer moves away.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Whymer moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the nose.
Whymer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Whymer throws a low kick, looking for MacArthur Jnr's leg but MacArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that is checked
and Whymer counters with a body kick.
The fighters circling - Whymer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr tests Whymer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A chopping leg kick lands by Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Whymer.
Whymer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Whymer checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Whymer sees coming a mile off.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Whymer in the body.
Whymer lands a nice hook to MacArthur Jnr's body. MacArthur Jnr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Whymer misses with a kick to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice kick to the body.
Whymer is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Whymer.
Whymer throws a sloppy head kick
and Whymer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Whymer feints a jab promting MacArthur Jnr to slip. Whymer then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. MacArthur Jnr slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Whymer in the body.
Whymer misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick.
Whymer just misses with a punch to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Whymer throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Whymer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Whymer throws a push kick but MacArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
Whymer lands the left hand.
Whymer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Whymer throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Whymer! But no joy.
Whymer throws a low kick but it's checked well by MacArthur Jnr.
Donk. Whymer catches MacArthur Jnr right on the button with a cross.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Whymer has knocked MacArthur Jnr down with a huge combo! Whymer steps away and waves a wobbly MacArthur Jnr back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Just Whymer dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Whymer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
MacArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Whymer is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Whymer's ribcage but misses.
Whymer throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
Whymer lands a slapping body shot.
Whymer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Whymer throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Whymer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Whymer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
MacArthur Jnr is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T1#
Whymer throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
MacArthur Jnr thows a left - swing and a miss!
A kick lands to the mid section there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A bone on bone clash there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Whymer with an open hand slap.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Whymer throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
Whymer attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Whymer throws a head kick that half lands.
Whymer tries to land a body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick that stops Whymer in his tracks momentarily.
Whymer is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#T2#
Whymer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
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!
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr delivers a nice body kick.
Whymer misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Whymer avoids it.
A jab lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
Whymer has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacArthur Jnr.
Whymer tries to move into range but MacArthur Jnr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Whymer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a jab.
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by Whymer. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr fails in his attempt to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Whymer.
Whymer throws out a counter right but MacArthur Jnr avoids it with no problem.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr feints and then cracks Whymer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Whymer down.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Whymer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Whymer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Whymer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Whymer throws a sloppy head kick
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
Whymer flicks out a counter leg kick but MacArthur Jnr steps away.
Whymer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
Just Whymer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Whymer throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An inside leg kick lands from Whymer.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Whymer down with leg kicks.
Whymer takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
And MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick kick to the body but Whymer blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a left hand
and Whymer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A slapping leg kick lands for Whymer.
Whymer misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Whymer misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
Whymer misses the jab.
Nice defenses there by Whymer.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Robert MacArthur Jnr.
I think Whymer has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 47:48
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 47:48
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Just Whymer!
A relieved looking Just Whymer 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:
GAMMA#891 Spud v Wrexham
Date: Apr 24, 2021 |
#R1#
A slapping leg kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a jab to the body
and Bolleke counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr motions for Bolleke to come forward. MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a kick to the body.
Bolleke throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bolleke misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Bolleke looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by Bolleke.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
MacArthur Jnr jabs Bolleke right on the nose. Bolleke blinks but takes it well.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bolleke will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
MacArthur Jnr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Bolleke ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bolleke throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bolleke punishes MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice straight punch.
Bolleke ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
Bolleke closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. MacArthur Jnr quickly recovers to half guard.
Bolleke seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bolleke is trying to work for a kimura but MacArthur Jnr is defending well.
MacArthur Jnr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr pulls Bolleke in to control the position.
Bolleke won't allow MacArthur Jnr to sweep him here. #T2#
Bolleke throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bolleke throwing strikes from guard but MacArthur Jnr blocks nicely.
Bolleke being controlled here momentarily.
Bolleke missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
MacArthur Jnr working a defensive guard here.
Bolleke trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bolleke has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#ES#
MacArthur Jnr uses the cage to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An inside leg kick from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Bolleke moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr. #T3#
Bolleke lands a glancing blow to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way through Bolleke's defenses.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Bolleke down with leg kicks.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Bolleke does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a lunging right hand
#CL2#
and Bolleke holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD2#
Bolleke works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Bolleke dives into side control.
#REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr struggling a bit here.
Bolleke looks up at the clock and then as MacArthur Jnr takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Bolleke smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#T4#
Bolleke lands an elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacArthur Jnr tries to improve position but can't.
Bolleke working away.
MacArthur Jnr tries to improve position but can't.
Bolleke content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Bolleke throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and MacArthur Jnr works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to get back to full guard.
Bolleke is thwarting MacArthur Jnr's attempts to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bolleke's head.
Bolleke throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Bolleke avoids it easily.
Bolleke ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Bolleke tries to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr circles away and keeps his distance.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Bolleke was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bolleke ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD2#
Bolleke looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Bolleke won't allow MacArthur Jnr to sweep him here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as MacArthur Jnr holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bolleke is one step ahead there.
MacArthur Jnr controls Bolleke momentarily but Bolleke frees himself.
Bolleke scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Bolleke drops back looking for a leg! MacArthur Jnr is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and MacArthur Jnr manages to kick Bolleke off! Bolleke jumps back into MacArthur Jnr's guard.
Thomas Bolleke has got the better of the ground game so far.
MacArthur Jnr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
MacArthur Jnr pulls Bolleke in close to prevent any damage.
Bolleke postures up in MacArthur Jnr's guard and throws a big left but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Bolleke trying to control but MacArthur Jnr is working from the bottom.
Bolleke postures up in MacArthur Jnr's guard and throws a big left but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Bolleke being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bolleke moves in looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr pushes him off.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've been told by MacArthur Jnr's head coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Bolleke!
Nice sprawl there from MacArthur Jnr as Bolleke shoots in.
Bolleke gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T3#
Bolleke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bolleke moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
Bolleke throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr tries a low kick but Bolleke avoids it.
Bolleke slips under a jab.
A jab from Bolleke does it's job there.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
Bolleke throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a kick to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bolleke avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bolleke throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Bolleke moved out of range.
Bolleke steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bolleke can do to turn this around?
Bolleke scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Bolleke has managed to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Bolleke controls his hands.
A nice left hand lands by Bolleke.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shoulder strike.
Bolleke blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr throws a punch but it's blocked by Bolleke.
Bolleke misses with a punch to the body.
Bolleke tries to score a body lock takedown but MacArthur Jnr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bolleke can't find room to land a body shot as MacArthur Jnr controls the action.
MacArthur Jnr has a couple of punches blocked by Bolleke.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Bolleke blocks it.
A hook to the body from Bolleke.
Bolleke tries to pull guard but MacArthur Jnr won't allow it.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Bolleke.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bolleke backwards.
Bolleke struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Bolleke on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr obviously looking to wear him down.
MacArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the nose.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Bolleke uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bolleke misses with a hook
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bolleke checks it well.
MacArthur Jnr lands a glancing blow to the side of Bolleke's head.
MacArthur Jnr lands a high kick!
A looping hook to the body misses from Bolleke. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick.
Bolleke uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
Bolleke is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bolleke takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr. #T1#
Bolleke takes a kick to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr tries to move into range but Bolleke moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bolleke darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Bolleke avoids it easily.
Bolleke ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
MacArthur Jnr is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A lazy left from MacArthur Jnr finds it's target.
Bolleke gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bolleke is looking to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a kick to the ribs.
Bolleke fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bolleke! But no joy.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Bolleke misses the target. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bolleke tries to close the distance and clinch up but MacArthur Jnr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bolleke is looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr is avoiding it.
MacArthur Jnr half committed to a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice head shot.
Bolleke throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Bolleke moved out of range.
Bolleke tries to counter with a clinch but MacArthur Jnr shakes him off and moves away.
MacArthur Jnr throws a front kick that sends Bolleke stumbling back into the cage.
MacArthur Jnr tried to score with a low kick but Bolleke checks it.
Bolleke tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but MacArthur Jnr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bolleke throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a body kick but Bolleke moved away.
Bolleke misses the shot to the body.
Bolleke uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Bolleke connects with a good right hand that stumbles MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice hook to Bolleke's body. Bolleke takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bolleke tries to clinch up
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a right hand to the body.
Bolleke throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
Bolleke jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bolleke.
MacArthur Jnr keeps Bolleke at a distance using the push kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with the punch.
MacArthur Jnr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bolleke finds it's way round the side to connect with MacArthur Jnr's head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#T4#
Bolleke slips a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr lands with an uppercut that bounces Bolleke off the cage and back into range.
Bolleke takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bolleke ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bolleke's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bolleke moves in looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr pushes him off.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a lunging right hand
and Bolleke counters with a stiff right hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot. #TD2#
Bolleke shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Bolleke is looking for a kimura but MacArthur Jnr is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bolleke to get the leverage.
MacArthur Jnr has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bolleke is working away from the top position though.
MacArthur Jnr won't allow Bolleke to pass to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
MacArthur Jnr displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bolleke.
Bolleke takes one to the side of the head.
#CL2#
Bolleke takes the fight into the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr pushes Bolleke back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bolleke has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch on the inside.
Bolleke fails to pull guard.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Bolleke blocks it.
Bolleke misses with the head strike.
#TD2#
Bolleke has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics MacArthur Jnr uses from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolleke looking for a sweep. Not yet Bolleke, not yet.
MacArthur Jnr slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control but Bolleke is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Bolleke looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
MacArthur Jnr pushes down on Bolleke's leg and manages to get into half guard.
MacArthur Jnr is taking a breather. Bolleke says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Bolleke is looking for a sweep. MacArthur Jnr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
MacArthur Jnr perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bolleke tries to roll over but MacArthur Jnr keeps him under control.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
MacArthur Jnr tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bolleke knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Bolleke trying to control from the bottom.
MacArthur Jnr performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
MacArthur Jnr has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bolleke fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr feinted there with a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Bolleke's ribs.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
MacArthur Jnr looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bolleke has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Bolleke is just out of range.
Bolleke uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MacArthur Jnr has time to react.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Bolleke blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bolleke moves in looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr pushes him off.
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A lazy left from Bolleke finds it's target.
Bolleke tries to close the distance and clinch but MacArthur Jnr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Bolleke's shoulder, as Bolleke tries to avoid the shot.
Bolleke wants to counter the offense by MacArthur Jnr and move into the clinch position.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bolleke misses with a body shot.
Bolleke might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a hook. Bolleke tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by Bolleke.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bolleke's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MacArthur Jnr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bolleke scrambles back to his feet.
Bolleke lands with a cross.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Bolleke throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Bolleke forces MacArthur Jnr back against the cage and clinches.
Bolleke prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Bolleke lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD2#
Bolleke gets control of MacArthur Jnr's arms and successfully pulls guard. Bolleke will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Bolleke is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. MacArthur Jnr is aware though and is defending well.
Bolleke keeping full guard, as MacArthur Jnr tries to pass.
MacArthur Jnr slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Thomas Bolleke will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Nice body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bolleke circles away quickly and effectively.
Bolleke throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
Bolleke tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but MacArthur Jnr defends well and Bolleke ends up having to push MacArthur Jnr into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bolleke will feel that in the morning.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a head kick. Bolleke tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Bolleke is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolleke throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way through Bolleke's defenses.
MacArthur Jnr lands a lovely overhand right.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
Bolleke throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Bolleke is just out of range.
A big right from Bolleke misses.
MacArthur Jnr thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bolleke is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bolleke sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bolleke misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Bolleke avoids the punch easily.
Bolleke throws a lazy uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bolleke misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Bolleke misses with a hook.
Bolleke throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Thomas Bolleke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bolleke throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick.
Bolleke throws a sloppy body shot
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Bolleke throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Bolleke's ribcage but misses.
Bolleke with the counter takedown but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr ducks right into an uppercut from Bolleke.
Bolleke gets cracked there but stands up to it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
Bolleke missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bolleke swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bolleke misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Bolleke in the body. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Bolleke.
Bolleke misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter punch.
Bolleke throws a big shot that misses.
Bolleke throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
Good exchange - MacArthur Jnr coming out on top.
MacArthur Jnr lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bolleke will feel that in the morning.
Bolleke uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bolleke is out of range and MacArthur Jnr settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bolleke. That did some damage!
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to Bolleke's midsection.
Bolleke bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr swats away the attempt to clinch by Bolleke.
MacArthur Jnr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#T4#
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Bolleke saw that one coming.
Bolleke throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bolleke rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bolleke tries to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr circles away and keeps his distance.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bolleke gets cracked there but stands up to it.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Bolleke is just out of range.
Bolleke throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bolleke.
MacArthur Jnr throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot to the body.
#CL2#
Bolleke gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Thomas Bolleke seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bolleke has a couple of punches blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bolleke misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
I think MacArthur Jnr has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 49:46
Judge William Gold scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr retains his light heavyweight title!
Robert MacArthur Jnr seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
GAMMA#886 Falcone v Newton
Date: Mar 20, 2021 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr keeps the fight on the outside.
A telegraphed right hand from Enchãrya misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Enchãrya strikes.
Enchãrya looks to throw a body kick
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Enchãrya throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a low kick, right behind Enchãrya 's knee.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Enchãrya steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Enchãrya thinks about countering with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Enchãrya moves out of range.
Damagon Enchãrya seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Enchãrya throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Enchãrya swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr tries a quick counter leg kick but Enchãrya is wise to it.
MacArthur Jnr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A shot to the liver by MacArthur Jnr. Beautiful body shot.
Enchãrya loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Enchãrya misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Good work by Enchãrya as he checks the leg kick.
Enchãrya scores with a hook to the body. MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the kisser.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick.
Enchãrya throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Enchãrya is really struggling to find his range with his punches. MacArthur Jnr's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an overhand left.
Enchãrya connects with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as Enchãrya loads up on a big left hand.
Enchãrya wants to slow MacArthur Jnr down by chopping away at his legs.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
MacArthur Jnr drops his hands momentarily and Enchãrya takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T2#
Enchãrya moves out of range of the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Enchãrya scores with a push kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy uppercut
and Enchãrya counters with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Enchãrya.
Enchãrya thuds a left hand into MacArthur Jnr's body.
Enchãrya feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits MacArthur Jnrs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Enchãrya throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
A little feinted left hand from Enchãrya on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Enchãrya with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Enchãrya smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Enchãrya looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr jabs Enchãrya right on the nose. Enchãrya blinks but takes it well.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Enchãrya moves out of range.
It looked like Enchãrya wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Enchãrya strikes.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a jab.
A clash of legs there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the low kick.
Enchãrya misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Enchãrya misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Enchãrya misses with a looping right.
Enchãrya throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
Enchãrya checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Enchãrya avoids it.
Enchãrya moves out of range of the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Enchãrya's front leg with a kick but Enchãrya checks it.
Enchãrya throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Enchãrya throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr lands a head shot.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a thumping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Enchãrya connects with a single shot there.
Enchãrya throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Enchãrya moves out of range of the leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damagon Enchãrya dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Enchãrya pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Enchãrya takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Enchãrya has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Enchãrya avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Enchãrya was well out of range.
A slow jab from Enchãrya misses its intended target.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice shot by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a series of punches but Enchãrya avoids them all with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a body shot that misses
and Enchãrya counters with a body kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Enchãrya. MacArthur Jnr shrugs it off though.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with a low kick but Enchãrya moves his leg out of the way.
Enchãrya fires out a quick counter leg kick but MacArthur Jnr just manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a lunging right hand
and Enchãrya makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Enchãrya scores with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Enchãrya throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Enchãrya scores with a spinning back kick!
MacArthur Jnr takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
MacArthur Jnr connects with a jab.
Enchãrya lands with a hook. MacArthur Jnr tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Enchãrya.
Enchãrya misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Enchãrya connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between MacArthur Jnr's hands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Enchãrya tries to land a body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Enchãrya has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Enchãrya lands with a good body shot.
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Enchãrya sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for Enchãrya.
Enchãrya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a crisp jab.
A jab from Enchãrya finds it's way through MacArthur Jnr's defenses.
MacArthur Jnr takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
#T3#
Good standup being displayed there by Enchãrya as he connects with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Enchãrya missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Enchãryas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but MacArthur Jnr might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Enchãrya has got the better of the exchanges.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Enchãrya counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Enchãrya. Enchãrya obviously looking to wear him down.
Enchãrya chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Enchãrya lands a really nice looking cross but MacArthur Jnr seems unphased.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Enchãrya throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Enchãrya throws a front kick aimed at MacArthur Jnr's knee but MacArthur Jnr avoids it well.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Enchãrya misses the shot to the body.
Enchãrya throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Enchãrya uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Enchãrya counters with a straight right hand.
Enchãrya throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
MacArthur Jnr has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Enchãrya thows a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Enchãrya with a body shot.
Enchãrya tries to land a body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick from Enchãrya.
An inside leg kick lands from MacArthur Jnr.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damagon Enchãrya dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
Enchãrya throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Enchãrya just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to Enchãrya's midsection.
Enchãrya goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr tries a quick counter leg kick but Enchãrya is wise to it.
MacArthur Jnr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Enchãrya moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
Enchãrya lands with a good body shot.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Enchãrya's knee momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Enchãrya changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Enchãrya throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body kick from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Enchãrya.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr blocks the body kick.
Enchãrya wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Enchãrya's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Enchãrya misses with a kick to the body.
A swing and a miss from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
MacArthur Jnr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Enchãrya uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya digs a good body shot into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
Enchãrya is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MacArthur Jnr can do to turn this around?
Enchãrya dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Enchãrya fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacArthur Jnr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Jnr takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
MacArthur Jnr falls off balance throwing a combination
and Enchãrya counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
That kick from Enchãrya tenderised MacArthur Jnr's leg. MacArthur Jnr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Enchãrya throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr unleashes a big counter combination but Enchãrya bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
and Enchãrya counters with an inside leg kick.
Enchãrya scoring well with a low kick there.
Enchãrya connects with the punch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Enchãrya's shoulder, as Enchãrya tries to avoid the shot.
Enchãrya cracks MacArthur Jnr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Enchãrya throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MacArthur Jnr follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick. #T3#
Enchãrya stuns MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Enchãrya lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice body kick from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Enchãrya was well out of range.
Enchãrya throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
Enchãrya misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
Enchãrya misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to chop away at Enchãrya's legs.
An attempted straight right counter from Enchãrya misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to Enchãrya's midsection.
MacArthur Jnr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr punishes Enchãrya's body with a nice straight punch.
Enchãrya throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.#T4#
Enchãrya throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Enchãrya tried to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Enchãrya misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick that stops Enchãrya in his tracks momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking body kick.
MacArthur Jnr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr punishes Enchãrya's body with a nice straight punch.
Enchãrya throws a solid leg kick but MacArthur Jnr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Enchãrya.
Enchãrya changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Enchãrya swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Enchãrya tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damagon Enchãrya clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Enchãrya slips a jab and a cross from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacArthur Jnr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Jnr lands the left hand.
Enchãrya swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a right hand to the body.
Enchãrya fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on MacArthur Jnr if he has to take too many more of those.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Enchãrya keeps MacArthur Jnr at a distance using the push kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Enchãrya fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Enchãrya listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya takes one on the button.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the kisser.
Enchãrya throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
and Enchãrya counters with a good, hard body kick but MacArthur Jnr shrugs it off.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
It seemed like MacArthur Jnr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Enchãrya staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Enchãrya sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Enchãrya avoids the punch easily.
Enchãrya cracks MacArthur Jnr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Enchãrya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
And MacArthur Jnr responds with a good body kick, but Enchãrya manages to step out the way in time.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Enchãrya moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Enchãrya moves to clinch but MacArthur Jnr breaks away
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Enchãrya lets loose with a powerful body kick. MacArthur Jnr will feel that in the morning.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Enchãrya with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Enchãrya takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr feints and then cracks Enchãrya's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Enchãrya down.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Enchãrya is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
and Enchãrya counters with a body kick that stops MacArthur Jnr in his tracks momentarily. #T3#
Enchãrya misses the jab.
A lazy left from Enchãrya finds it's target.
MacArthur Jnr throws a predictable looking body shot
and Enchãrya connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Enchãrya throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Enchãrya gets off balance looking for a body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr wants to slow Enchãrya down by chopping away at his legs.
Enchãrya throws a sloppy head kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Enchãrya gets off balance looking for a body kick
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Enchãrya keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
MacArthur Jnr moves forwards but Enchãrya connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A jab from Enchãrya misses.
MacArthur Jnr works over Enchãrya's head and body with a nice combination.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr tries a low kick but Enchãrya avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr thinks about the counter body kick.
A big right from Enchãrya misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
and Enchãrya makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damagon Enchãrya had his way with Robert MacArthur Jnr in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
MacArthur Jnr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Enchãrya throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Enchãrya's knee momentarily.
Enchãrya throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Enchãrya takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Enchãrya checks it well.
Enchãrya tried to counter with a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr avoided it.
Damagon Enchãrya is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Enchãrya is out of range and MacArthur Jnr settles back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Enchãrya uses good head movement to avoid it.
Enchãrya on the wrong end of a nice jab.#ROC2#Enchãrya is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr and Enchãrya are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Enchãrya into next week! Ooooh that was huge! MacArthur Jnr knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 5, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr is the new light heavyweight champion!
After the fight, Robert MacArthur Jnr was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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GAMMA#883 Damagon v Bolleke
Date: Feb 27, 2021 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Turillo was well out of range.
Turillo is looking to counter with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
and Turillo counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Turillo.
Turillo takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Turillo throws a solid leg kick but MacArthur Jnr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Turillo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Turillo moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turillo tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and MacArthur Jnr is able to avoid easily.
Turillo tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and MacArthur Jnr is able to avoid easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Turillo uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Turillo with a good jab.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Turillo. That did some damage!
Turillo misses with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a head kick by Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Turillo throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to counter with his kicks.#T2#
Turillo ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Turillo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr takes one to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turillo moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
It looked like Turillo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Turillo moves out of range easily.
Turillo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A big right from Turillo misses.
MacArthur Jnr stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT2#It looks like Song Turillo has been cut.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr's coach down at Chakuriki LA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on MacArthur Jnr's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Turillo's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch
and Turillo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a leg kick but Turillo saw it coming and moves away.
Turillo throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
As MacArthur Jnr backs away, Turillo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
MacArthur Jnr has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Turillo is able to avoid easily.
Turillo jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Turillo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.#T4#
Turillo lands a nice looking body kick.
Turillo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches MacArthur Jnr on the side of the head.
Turillo drops his hands momentarily and MacArthur Jnr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turillo throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to clinch.
Turillo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a right hand
and Turillo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr scores with a crisp jab that stopped Turillo in his tracks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Turillo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
MacArthur Jnr wants to counter the offense by Turillo and move into the clinch position.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Turillo swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Turillo misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Turillo slips under a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
A quick step to the side and Turillo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turillo manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turillo moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
A shot to the body from Turillo misses
and Turillo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Turillo blocks a head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
#T1#
Turillo throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a slapping leg kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Turillo might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Turillo swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick.
Turillo connects with a jab.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Turillo slips a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Turillo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
MacArthur Jnr punishes Turillo's body with a nice straight punch.
Turillo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Turillo throws a predictable looking body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Turillo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr falls off balance throwing a combination
and Turillo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab and a cross from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Turillo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT2#Song Turillo's cut is getting worse.
Turillo throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Turillo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Turillo uses good head movement to avoid it.
An inside leg kick from Turillo misses.
Turillo throws a sloppy head kick and MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Turillo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Turillo sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
MacArthur Jnr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Turillo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr throws a solid leg kick but Turillo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way through Turillo's defenses.
Turillo misses with a leg kick.
Turillo misses with a kick to the body #CL2#
and MacArthur Jnr holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr prevents a body shot from Turillo.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turillo.
Turillo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Turillo working hard to break the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Turillo has had enough of the clinch but MacArthur Jnr keeps him there for the moment.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Turillo avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage. #BC#
Turillo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Turillo ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Turillo saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Turillo's front leg but catches the back leg as Turillo tries to avoid it.
A right-left combo lands from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
MacArthur Jnr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Turillo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turillo misses the shot to the body.
Turillo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr is looking to chop away at Turillo's legs.
Turillo just misses with a punch to the body.
Turillo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Turillo jabs MacArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Turillo misses with a combination
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#Song Turillo's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a straight right hand from Turillo.
A telegraphed right hand from Turillo misses the target.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Song Turillo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Turillo moves out of range of the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Turillo moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr tries a quick counter leg kick but Turillo is wise to it.#T3#
Turillo moves out of range of the strikes.
Turillo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Turillo misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A combination from Turillo does no damage.
MacArthur Jnr jabs Turillo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Turillo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Turillo misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice outside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy body kick
and Turillo counters with a stiff right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Turillo. MacArthur Jnr shrugs it off though.
Nice jab there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Turillo avoids the body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr dips to his left and cracks Turillo with an uppercut!
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well MacArthur Jnr 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
In his post fight interview, Robert MacArthur Jnr started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
GAMMA#878 Horse v Zola
Date: Jan 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Bolleke wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bolleke pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bolleke fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bolleke misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bolleke swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from MacArthur Jnr. Those never looked like landing.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses
and Bolleke counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Bolleke.
Bolleke was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bolleke wants to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr keeps it at a distance.
Bolleke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bolleke looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bolleke blocks a low kick nicely.
MacArthur Jnr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bolleke.
A countering left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from MacArthur Jnr there as he acknowledges the shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.
Bolleke feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits MacArthur Jnrs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Bolleke misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Bolleke takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a thumping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a leg kick but Bolleke moves out of range and MacArthur Jnr only half commits.
Jab by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
MacArthur Jnr stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a left hand but Bolleke moved out of range nicely.
Bolleke was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Bolleke avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Bolleke on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bolleke takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Bolleke slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A punch combination from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Bolleke on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice cross.
A telegraphed right hand from Bolleke misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Bolleke avoids it with no problem.#T2##CL#
Bolleke clinches up against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD#
Bolleke has MacArthur Jnr pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Bolleke pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending MacArthur Jnr tumbling to the mat - Bolleke dives into MacArthur Jnr's guard.
MacArthur Jnr keeping moving, preventing Bolleke from controlling successfully.
Bolleke scoring with punches to the head and body.
MacArthur Jnr is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
MacArthur Jnr wants to stand but Bolleke is controlling the position.
MacArthur Jnr wants to sweep but no luck.
Bolleke landing some decent shots from guard. #T3#
Bolleke trying to control but MacArthur Jnr is working from the bottom.
MacArthur Jnr is adopting a defensive guard.
MacArthur Jnr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bolleke loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
MacArthur Jnr is controlling Bolleke's posture.
Bolleke scoring with some ground and pound. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bolleke pushing down on MacArthur Jnr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control from the bottom.
Bolleke tries to pass the half guard into mount. MacArthur Jnr knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Bolleke is trying to control the action in half guard but MacArthur Jnr is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
MacArthur Jnr moves into full guard.
MacArthur Jnr has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bolleke is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
MacArthur Jnr wants to sweep but no luck.
MacArthur Jnr wants to improve his position but instead Bolleke has moved into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bolleke throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
Bolleke with a poor takedown
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
Bolleke misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bolleke digs a good body shot into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick but Bolleke moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bolleke checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bolleke avoids a kick to the body.
Bolleke is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolleke tries to clinch up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
Bolleke appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bolleke moves out of range of the strikes.
Bolleke feinted with a counter takedown.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bolleke is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bolleke fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bollekes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bolleke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bolleke fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches MacArthur Jnr on the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick but Bolleke moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Bolleke uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL#
Bolleke darts in and clinches MacArthur Jnr up against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bolleke.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Bolleke avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Bolleke fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Bolleke's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bolleke lands a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr gets underhooks to prevent Bolleke's takedown attempt.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a right to the head.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Bolleke avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Bolleke softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Bolleke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bolleke misses with some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Bolleke.
Bolleke tries to score a body lock takedown but MacArthur Jnr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
MacArthur Jnr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bolleke's elbow.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Bolleke lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Bolleke is looking to take a break and control but MacArthur Jnr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacArthur Jnr is trying is best to control the position here.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to maintain the position but Bolleke is very close to passing his half guard.
MacArthur Jnr wants to improve his position but Bolleke is controlling well.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr is controlling Bolleke's position as best he can from this difficult position.
MacArthur Jnr trying to hold on to Bolleke's head to control him but Bolleke postures up.
Bolleke seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bolleke working the head and body with strikes.
MacArthur Jnr blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bolleke.
MacArthur Jnr wants to get back to full guard.
MacArthur Jnr wants to control but Bolleke is keeping busy.
MacArthur Jnr is controlling Bolleke's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ground and pound from Bolleke.
Thomas Bolleke overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
MacArthur Jnr tries to get to full guard but Bolleke has control of the leg.
Bolleke passes to side control.
MacArthur Jnr tries to buck Bolleke off but Bolleke is having none of it.
Bolleke wants to lay and pray for a moment but MacArthur Jnr keeps working.
Bolleke lands a nice forearm strike.
MacArthur Jnr seems a little lost for a moment, as Bolleke dominates the positioning.
Bolleke cracks MacArthur Jnr with an elbow. That is naaassty.#SUB#
Bolleke working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Thomas Bolleke will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bolleke's corner calls for a 1-2. Bolleke obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
Bolleke appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bolleke tries to clinch up.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a few strikes there.
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Bolleke takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
Bolleke changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bolleke tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Bolleke.
Bolleke checks the leg kick nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr thows a body kick. Bolleke tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Bolleke steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bolleke attempts a counter takedown but MacArthur Jnr avoids it well and moves away.
Bolleke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Bolleke on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr keeps the fight on the outside.
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
#TD#
Bolleke shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
MacArthur Jnr trying to keep a closed guard but Bolleke is proving a slippery customer.
Bolleke prevents MacArthur Jnr from getting back to his feet.
MacArthur Jnr can't keep his opponent in guard - Bolleke advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bolleke passes the guard and advances to mount! #T2#
Bolleke controlling from mount.
Bolleke trying to control but MacArthur Jnr is having none of it.
Bolleke lands a heavy elbow.
Bolleke looking to control but MacArthur Jnr is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bolleke working MacArthur Jnr over with strikes here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T3#
Bolleke working over MacArthur Jnr with some ground and pound. MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bolleke missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
MacArthur Jnr is looking for a sweep. Bolleke is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to stand.
Bolleke is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Bolleke wants to work for an arm triangle but MacArthur Jnr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bolleke lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bolleke lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Bolleke is looking for a kimura but MacArthur Jnr is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bolleke to get the leverage. #T4#
Bolleke seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but MacArthur Jnr does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bolleke lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
MacArthur Jnr wants to control but Bolleke is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bolleke 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.
MacArthur Jnr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bolleke's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bolleke's back!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - MacArthur Jnr's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
I would not like to be Bolleke right now.
MacArthur Jnr is continuing to stall.
Bolleke tries to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Thomas Bolleke.
I think Bolleke has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Bolleke!
A victorious Thomas Bolleke thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
GAMMA#871 Grabber v Steel
Date: Dec 12, 2020 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping right hand.
A leg kick checked by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya moves out of range of the leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy uppercut
and Enchãrya counters with a slapping leg kick.
Enchãrya circles away from the clinch attempt.
Enchãrya throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Enchãrya uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MacArthur Jnr has time to react.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow Enchãrya down.
Enchãrya tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya has been working on his boxing with his coaches at []—The Zoo—[] in the buildup to the fight.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Enchãrya's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MacArthur Jnr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Enchãrya scrambles back to his feet.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Enchãrya steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Enchãrya works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
Enchãrya with a nice calf kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Enchãrya was well out of range.
Enchãrya throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Enchãrya just misses with a punch to the body.
Enchãrya throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr feints a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick.
Enchãrya thows a left - swing and a miss!
Enchãrya swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Enchãrya rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Enchãrya is really struggling to find his range with his punches. MacArthur Jnr's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
Damagon Enchãrya seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Enchãrya throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2#
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Enchãrya scores with a hook to the body. MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Enchãrya is just out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Enchãrya.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Enchãrya checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Enchãrya's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacArthur Jnr under the eye.
Enchãrya lands a nice looking body shot.
Enchãrya misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr takes one to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr tries to counter with a clinch but Enchãrya shakes him off and moves away.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping right hand.
MacArthur Jnr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Enchãrya missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr feints a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Enchãrya was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Enchãrya scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Enchãrya lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a body shot that misses
and Enchãrya counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Enchãrya moves out of range of the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
Enchãrya misses with a hook
and Enchãrya takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Enchãrya lands a really nice looking cross but MacArthur Jnr seems unphased.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Enchãrya moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Enchãrya ducked under it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice looking jab.
Enchãrya avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Enchãrya misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice body kick.
Enchãrya cracks MacArthur Jnr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A low kick from Enchãrya is predictable there
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a jab to the body
and Enchãrya counters with a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damagon Enchãrya dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Enchãrya looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
Enchãrya misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
Enchãrya tests MacArthur Jnr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Enchãrya throws the kick towards the body but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a decent looking hook.
Enchãrya slips a straight right by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed MacArthur Jnr momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Enchãrya throws a shot to the body.
Enchãrya throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Enchãrya throws a low kick but it's checked well by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
MacArthur Jnr tries a low kick but Enchãrya avoids it.
A counter left hand to the body from Enchãrya misses its target.
Enchãrya throws out a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range and Enchãrya only half commits. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Enchãrya avoids it.
Enchãrya was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Enchãrya scores with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Enchãrya misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Damagon Enchãrya is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr wants to slow Enchãrya down by chopping away at his legs.
Enchãrya swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but MacArthur Jnr might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Enchãrya has got the better of the exchanges.
Enchãrya slips under a jab.
Enchãrya throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T2#
Enchãrya misses with a hook.
Enchãrya thows a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it #KD2#
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp one two that drops Enchãrya! MacArthur Jnr thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Enchãrya to his feet! Enchãrya is in big trouble!#ROC2#Enchãrya is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
In his post fight interview, Robert MacArthur Jnr started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
GAMMA#867 Hiro v Grabber
Date: Nov 21, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A shot to the liver by MacArthur Jnr. Beautiful body shot.
Harley King seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
King misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
It appears MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter with a kick there.
King lunges at MacArthur Jnr with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by MacArthur Jnr's hand. #CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
King lands a nice shot that snaps MacArthur Jnr's head back.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at King's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
King gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
King goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
King fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#KD2#
King cracks MacArthur Jnr with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. King has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning MacArthur Jnr to stand back up!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
King throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
King throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
King rushes MacArthur Jnr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr controlling the action here for a moment.
A shot in the inside from King.
MacArthur Jnr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shoulder strike.
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with King's elbow. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but King blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr pushes King back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr - that landed with a thud.
King looks winded!
MacArthur Jnr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
King misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from King.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
King misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt King or not.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr.
King tries a body shot but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
King fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for King.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt King or not.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt King or not.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr - that landed with a thud.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. King is defending well for now.
I was talking to MacArthur Jnr's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
MacArthur Jnr lands an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but King avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
King goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shoulder strike.
King misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr pushes King back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr stalling in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr cracks King with a nice body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short shot to the head.
King misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice uppercut.
King swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacArthur Jnr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
MacArthur Jnr is leaning against King and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A nice left hand lands by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook that snaps the head of King backwards.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt King or not. #T3#
A right handed body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a light punch inside.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
A hook to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
King has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. MacArthur Jnr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if King can turn it around.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but King blocks it.
King doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #ROC#King is rocked!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr presses King against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with King's elbow.
King tries a body shot but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a left to the head.
King is still on wobbly legs! Can MacArthur Jnr finish him?#BC#
MacArthur Jnr manages to break the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr cracks King with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
After winning the bout, Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
GAMMA#863 Falcone v Merel
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
MacArthur Jnr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cole sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Cole was well out of range.
Cole uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Sloppy strikes from MacArthur Jnr. Those never looked like landing.
And Cole tries to counter it with a takedown but MacArthur Jnr pushes his down on his head and steps out.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a good cross that connects.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Cole blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr sets himself, and Cole steps forward looking for the clinch! MacArthur Jnr avoids it this time.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice strike.#T1#
Cole throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr avoids them all with ease.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Cole slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
MacArthur Jnr has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a powerful jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a right hand. Cole shakes it off.
MacArthur Jnr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Cole ducked under it nicely.
Cole changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Cole fails with a takedown attempt.#T2#
A nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cole's sensitive parts.
Cole uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
A punch combination from Cole misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr connects with a high kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cole manages to avoid it.
Cole tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Cole was well out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Cole sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T3#
Cole takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cole tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cole fails with the takedown.
MacArthur Jnr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cole feints the counter takedown.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr sets himself, and Cole steps forward looking for the clinch! MacArthur Jnr avoids it this time.
Cole defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
Cole tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Cole moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
Cole feints the counter takedown.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And Cole tries to counter it with a takedown but MacArthur Jnr pushes his down on his head and steps out.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice cross.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Cole counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cole missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Cole postures up in MacArthur Jnr's guard and throws a big left but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Cole works over MacArthur Jnr with some ground and pound from guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cole with a nice head shot there.
MacArthur Jnr wants to sweep but no luck.
Cole trying to control the position from guard on top but MacArthur Jnr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cole landing some decent shots from guard.
Cole trying to control but MacArthur Jnr is working from the bottom.
MacArthur Jnr wants to sweep but no luck.
Cole in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
MacArthur Jnr cracks Cole with an open hand slap.
Cole takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Cole tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
MacArthur Jnr throws a push kick but Cole slaps the foot to one side.
Cole is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Cole is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Cole ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Cole with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Cole defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
Cole throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way through Cole's defenses.
That kick from MacArthur Jnr tenderised Cole's leg. Cole is trying to keep his angry face on.
MacArthur Jnr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cole manages to avoid it.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
Donk. MacArthur Jnr catches Cole right on the button with a cross.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to score with low kicks.
Cole gets cracked there but stands up to it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cole.
Cole wants to counter the offense by MacArthur Jnr and move into the clinch position.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.#T2#
Cole on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Cole's ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cole shoots for a double leg takedown but MacArthur Jnr sprawls well. He's pushed Cole's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
Cole keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cole takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Cole feints the counter takedown.
Cole fails to land the takedown.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Cole. That did some damage!#TD2#
Cole is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in MacArthur Jnr's half guard.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr trying to control but Cole postures up.
Cole trying to control the action but MacArthur Jnr is working from the bottom.
Cole is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Cole working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
MacArthur Jnr wants to improve his position but Cole is controlling well.
MacArthur Jnr avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cole.
MacArthur Jnr works his way to full guard. Good work.
Cole distracts MacArthur Jnr with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Cole engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cole with a flurry of punches that miss.
MacArthur Jnr is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
MacArthur Jnr seems keen to control Cole's posture.
Cole throws a big right hand that misses.
Cole cracks MacArthur Jnr with a solid left hand.
Cole working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacArthur Jnr managing to control the position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Cole stopping the sweep attempt from MacArthur Jnr.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Cole. Cole circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CL#
MacArthur Jnr clinches up against the cage.
Cole's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Cole blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacArthur Jnr.
Cole lands a body shot in the clinch.
Cole is looking to take this one to the mat.
Cole is trying to stall.
MacArthur Jnr slows down the pace here.
Cole cracks MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cole lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cole scores with a nice hook to the head.
Cole struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a right to the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a right to the head. #T1#
Cole changes levels and goes for a takedown here. MacArthur Jnr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Cole is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A swing and a miss from MacArthur Jnr.
Cole changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Cole circles away quickly and effectively.
Cole with the counter takedown but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
Cole takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Cole steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from MacArthur Jnr.
We've been informed that Cole has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Cole.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Cole's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Cole uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Michael Cole has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Cole with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling MacArthur Jnr to score with a decent uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cole.
Cole wants to counter the offense by MacArthur Jnr and move into the clinch position.
Cole fails with the takedown
and Cole takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Cole.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cole misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Good work by MacArthur Jnr as he checks the leg kick.
Cole has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Cole has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacArthur Jnr stuffs the takedown attempt from Cole. Cole gets slowly back to his feet. #T3#
Cole walks into a stiff left hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Cole with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Cole slips a straight right by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Cole with a right hand to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Cole.#TD2#
Cole looking to score a takedown here. MacArthur Jnr is defending well but Cole drives through and ends up in MacArthur Jnr's guard.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cole tries to free his leg and advance position but MacArthur Jnr is retaining full guard. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr pulls Cole in close to his closed guard and prevents Cole from doing any damage or advancing position.
Cole postures up and lands a big shot to MacArthur Jnr's brow.
Cole lands a couple of decent looking shots.
MacArthur Jnr wants to sweep but no luck.
Cole connects with a couple of short punches.
Cole landing some decent shots from guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr working a defensive guard here.
Cole cracks MacArthur Jnr with a solid left hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for MacArthur Jnr, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
After winning the bout, Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
GAMMA#858 Bolleke v Newton
Date: Oct 10, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Zexi does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick but Zexi moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Zexi throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Zexi lands a glancing blow to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.#CUT2#It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zexi.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zexi thuds his right hand into MacArthur Jnr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Zexi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zexi.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zexi throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a front kick that sends Zexi stumbling back into the cage.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zexi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Zexi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
A cross from Zexi lands.
Zexi swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Zexi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
Zexi looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
Zexi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
MacArthur Jnr throws a predictable looking body shot
and Zexi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice looking jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a solid leg kick but Zexi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Zexi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Nice defenses there by Zexi.
Zexi takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
Zexi throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Zexi moves out of range.
Zexi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
#T2#
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Zexi.
A slow jab from MacArthur Jnr misses its intended target.
Zexi defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
Zexi misses with a looping left.
Zexi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zexi! But no joy.
Zexi cracks MacArthur Jnr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
MacArthur Jnr tries a head kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
Zexi clobbers MacArthur Jnr with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Zexi goes for a double leg but MacArthur Jnr avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as MacArthur Jnr continues to drive forward.
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Zexi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Zexi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Zexi lands a slapping body shot.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Zexi moves out of range.
#T3#
Zexi tries to move into range but MacArthur Jnr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as Zexi loads up on a big left hand.
Zexi misses with a looping left.
Zexi has his takedown stuffed
and MacArthur Jnr counters with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab. Zexi acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Zexi sizes up MacArthur Jnr with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr cracks a nice hook into Zexi's ribs.
Zexi misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zexi manages to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Zexi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A decent looking cross lands there for Zexi.#ROC2#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
Zexi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab.
Oh MacArthur Jnr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Zexi cracks MacArthur Jnr with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends MacArthur Jnr tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Zexi pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! MacArthur Jnr is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dai Zexi!
A relieved looking Dai Zexi 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:
GAMMA#853 Lohmus v MacArthur
Date: Sep 19, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lõhmus lands a nice shot to the body.
Lõhmus tries to land a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr saw it coming and moves away.
Lõhmus changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lõhmus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick, looking for Lõhmus's leg but Lõhmus calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lõhmus appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr jabs at Lõhmus's body.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lõhmus cracks a nice hook into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lõhmus misses with a hook to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lõhmus's knee momentarily.
Lõhmus clobbers MacArthur Jnr with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lõhmus fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacArthur Jnr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lõhmus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lõhmus attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lõhmus thuds his right hand into MacArthur Jnr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lõhmus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lõhmus fires out a quick counter leg kick but MacArthur Jnr just manages to avoid it.
Lõhmus turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws an off balance right hand
and Lõhmus counters with a one-two to the body.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
Lõhmus tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's front leg with a kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Lõhmus scores with a nice head shot.
MacArthur Jnr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lõhmus can pounce on him.
Lõhmus sizes up MacArthur Jnr with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Lõhmus in the body.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Joosep Lõhmus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Lõhmus lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
MacArthur Jnr has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Lõhmus jabs at MacArthur Jnr's body.
MacArthur Jnr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lõhmus throws a chopping leg kick but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Lõhmus avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
A nice side step and MacArthur Jnr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lõhmus is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lõhmus tries a head kick but it misses.
Lõhmus takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Lõhmus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
MacArthur Jnr moves into the clinch successfully.
MacArthur Jnr has a couple of punches blocked by Lõhmus.
#BC#
Lõhmus breaks from the clinch.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Lõhmus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a left hand
and Lõhmus counters with a low kick, right behind MacArthur Jnr 's knee.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
Lõhmus does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Lõhmus throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Lõhmus digs a good body shot into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus chopping away at his opponent's legs.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lõhmus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lõhmus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lõhmus connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Lõhmus moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
Lõhmus scores with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
Lõhmus jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lõhmus looks to throw a body kick
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lõhmus tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and MacArthur Jnr is able to avoid easily.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lõhmus throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lõhmus misses with a low kick as MacArthur Jnr jumps back.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lõhmus lands with an overhand left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joosep Lõhmus dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Lõhmus throws a half hearted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Lõhmus steps away.
Lõhmus looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
A jab lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Lõhmus sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lõhmus attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus checks the leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr works Lõhmus's body with a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lõhmus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus misses with the body kick
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr drops his hands momentarily and Lõhmus takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Lõhmus throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lõhmus throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lõhmus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Lõhmus throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MacArthur Jnr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
MacArthur Jnr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A big right from Lõhmus misses.
Lõhmus tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lõhmus slips under a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus lands a nice hook to MacArthur Jnr's body. MacArthur Jnr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr tries a quick counter leg kick but Lõhmus is wise to it.
Lõhmus fails to land with a series of punches.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to counter with his kicks.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the body.
Lõhmus darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lõhmus checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick. #T2#
Lõhmus throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body shot.
Lõhmus throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lõhmus tries to land a front kick but MacArthur Jnr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lõhmus throws a low kick but it's checked well by MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lõhmus scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lõhmus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lõhmus throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
Lõhmus with a nice calf kick.
Lõhmus throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lõhmus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MacArthur Jnr can do to turn this around?
Lõhmus slips under a jab.#T3#
Lõhmus misses with a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lõhmus just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a front kick aimed at Lõhmus's knee but Lõhmus avoids it well.
Lõhmus loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Lõhmus is out of range.
Lõhmus throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr moves forwards but Lõhmus connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lõhmus checks a leg kick nicely.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Lõhmus lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Lõhmus.
It seemed like MacArthur Jnr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lõhmus connects with a good right hand that stumbles MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lõhmus connects with a nice looking jab.
#T4#
Lõhmus scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lõhmus. Lõhmus obviously looking to wear him down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses the body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Joosep Lõhmus is winning the standup battle so far.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Lõhmus moves out of range easily.
Lõhmus has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
MacArthur Jnr ducks right into an uppercut from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lõhmus throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Lõhmus steps away.
Lõhmus takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lõhmus lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joosep Lõhmus dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr throws an off balance right hand
and Lõhmus counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lõhmus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr drops his hands momentarily and Lõhmus takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lõhmus throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
Lõhmus with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lõhmus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jab by Lõhmus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lõhmus throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lõhmus scores with a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lõhmus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Lõhmus moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr feints a counter leg kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch but Lõhmus moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice looking combination but Lõhmus bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lõhmus fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches MacArthur Jnr on the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lõhmus was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lõhmus throws out the jab.
Lõhmus slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Lõhmus chopping away at his opponent's legs.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lõhmus throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Lõhmus with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lõhmus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lõhmus dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacArthur Jnr. That did some damage!
Nice uppercut there from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's front leg with a kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Lõhmus misses with a kick to the body.
Lõhmus attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lõhmus tries to land a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr saw it coming and moves away.
Lõhmus thumps MacArthur Jnr with a low kick.
Lõhmus throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Good shot there by MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lõhmus plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Lõhmus is just out of range.
Lõhmus slips a straight right by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Lõhmus comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lõhmus manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a stiff left hand from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
MacArthur Jnr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
Lõhmus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Lõhmus moved out of range.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lõhmus manages to avoid it.
Lõhmus cracks MacArthur Jnr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lõhmus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
Lõhmus keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lõhmus tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lõhmus is looking to land body kicks.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Lõhmus moved out of range.#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr rushes Lõhmus and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
MacArthur Jnr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Lõhmus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joosep Lõhmus clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Lõhmus connects with a right hand. MacArthur Jnr shakes it off.
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch but Lõhmus moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab. Lõhmus acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Lõhmus's ribcage but misses.
Lõhmus feinted there with a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick as Lõhmus jumps back.
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
MacArthur Jnr thinks about the counter body kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lõhmus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Lõhmus's front leg but catches the back leg as Lõhmus tries to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lõhmus digs a good hook to MacArthur Jnr's body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Lõhmus ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot that sends Lõhmus's belly button to the back.
Lõhmus shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick.
The fighters circling - Lõhmus throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lõhmus gets cracked with a nice right hand there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
Lõhmus misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Lõhmus avoids it with no problem.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lõhmus takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lõhmus is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a left hand into Lõhmus's body.
Lõhmus tried to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Lõhmus punishes MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice straight punch.
Lõhmus scores with a hook to the body. MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice leg kick from Lõhmus, right into the meat of the thigh.
An inside leg kick lands from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lõhmus.
A countering left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses the body punch
and Lõhmus counters with a series of strikes. MacArthur Jnr will be more careful next time no doubt. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Lõhmus sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lõhmus fires out a quick counter leg kick but MacArthur Jnr just manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr misses the jab.
Lõhmus feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lõhmus will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
MacArthur Jnr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lõhmus misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lõhmus's hands.
Lõhmus throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lõhmus misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Lõhmus's ribcage but misses. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lõhmus misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a head kick by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Lõhmus's ribcage but misses.
Lõhmus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lõhmus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A punch lands to the side of MacArthur Jnr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice jab there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick as Lõhmus jumps back.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lõhmus.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joosep Lõhmus had his way with Robert MacArthur Jnr in that round.
That's time! Lõhmus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut.
Lõhmus connects with a jab.
Lõhmus tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lõhmus scores with a kick to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr motions for Lõhmus to come forward. MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It appears Lõhmus was looking to counter with a kick there.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Lõhmus with a good jab.
A left lands for Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a push kick but MacArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a head kick by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Lõhmus was well out of range.
A low kick from Lõhmus misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a low kick, right behind Lõhmus 's knee.
Lõhmus with a nice calf kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Lõhmus sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
MacArthur Jnr ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lõhmus slips a straight right by MacArthur Jnr.
As MacArthur Jnr backs away, Lõhmus returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lõhmus blocks a low kick nicely.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.
Lõhmus connects with a body shot.
Lõhmus checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
Lõhmus with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lõhmus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lõhmus scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lõhmus listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T2#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lõhmus - that will leave a mark!
Lõhmus gets cracked there but stands up to it.
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!
Lõhmus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus misses with a kick to the body.
A jab lands there for Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lõhmus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Lõhmus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lõhmus turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Lõhmus takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a left hand.
Joosep Lõhmus is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Lõhmus misses with a wild body shot.
Lõhmus throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Lõhmus works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
Lõhmus sizes up MacArthur Jnr with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lõhmus throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
Lõhmus gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Lõhmus with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch up.
Lõhmus attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr lunges at Lõhmus with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lõhmus's hand.
MacArthur Jnr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lõhmus to score with a decent uppercut.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Lõhmus's front leg with a kick but Lõhmus checks it.
Lõhmus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lõhmus.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lõhmus with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lõhmus throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lõhmus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lõhmus bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps MacArthur Jnr's head backwards.
Lõhmus fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lõhmus scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lõhmus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lõhmus misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice inside leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joosep Lõhmus showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lõhmus, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 50:45
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joosep Lõhmus!
Joosep Lõhmus retains his light heavyweight title!
Our winner, Joosep Lõhmus, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
GAMMA#849 Lohmus v Damagon
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice outside leg kick.
Turillo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Turillo throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Turillo misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Turillo moves out of range.
Turillo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Donk. MacArthur Jnr catches Turillo right on the button with a cross.
Turillo misses with a hook.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turillo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Turillo misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Turillo throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Turillo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Turillo ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
A little jabbing left from Turillo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Turillo checks a leg kick nicely.
Turillo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Turillo saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr half committed to a counter leg kick.
Turillo wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turillo manages to avoid it.
The fighters circle momentarily. MacArthur Jnr darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Turillo is looking to score with low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Turillo saw that one coming.
Turillo moves out of range of the strikes.
Turillo is looking for the big counter here.
Turillo misses with a kick to the body.
Turillo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MacArthur Jnr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Turillo throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and moves out of range.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Turillo.
Jab from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Turillo.
Turillo ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A punch lands to the side of Turillo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
MacArthur Jnr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Turillo throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Turillo throws a leg kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turillo manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Turillo.
Turillo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jab, jab by MacArthur Jnr - just one landing.
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Turillo tries to land a front kick but MacArthur Jnr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
MacArthur Jnr is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as Turillo loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Turillo checks a leg kick.
Turillo thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Turillo throws a push kick but MacArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
Turillo is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down MacArthur Jnr rather than just go for the knockout.
Turillo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from MacArthur Jnr - that will leave a mark!
Turillo moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Turillo is out of range.
Turillo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
MacArthur Jnr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Turillo misses with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a leg kick but Turillo moves out of range and MacArthur Jnr only half commits.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Turillo moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Turillo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Despite the aggression on Turillo's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Turillo throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A good leg kick by Turillo. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Turillo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Turillo throws a sloppy head kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turillo manages to avoid it.
Turillo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A punch combination from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Turillo wants to slow MacArthur Jnr down by chopping away at his legs.
Turillo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Turillo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turillo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Turillo throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from MacArthur Jnr. Turillo shrugs it off though.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Turillo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr pushes Turillo away with a front kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Turillo throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a straight right. Turillo didn't see that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Turillo on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A head kick misses from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Turillo.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Turillo's shoulder, as Turillo tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Turillo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
MacArthur Jnr tests Turillo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Turillo tries a head kick but it misses.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Turillo might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, MacArthur Jnr has got the better of the exchanges.
Turillo just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Turillo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Turillo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Turillo throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A cross from MacArthur Jnr lands.
Turillo tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick.
Turillo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Nice body punch from Turillo.
Nice straight punches there by Turillo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Turillo moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a jab.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Turillo can do to turn this around?
MacArthur Jnr thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Turillo if he has to take too many more of those.
#CL#
MacArthur Jnr pushes Turillo up against the cage in a clinch.
Turillo has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Turillo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Turillo.
Turillo has MacArthur Jnr pressed against the cage, preventing MacArthur Jnr from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Turillo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a body shot from Turillo. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
I was talking to MacArthur Jnr's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr controlling the action here for a moment.
Turillo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Turillo presses MacArthur Jnr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Turillo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacArthur Jnr's elbow.
Turillo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Turillo.
Turillo misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
MacArthur Jnr has a couple of punches blocked by Turillo.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Turillo avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage. #T3#
Turillo lands a hook that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
Good body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo is breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Turillo blocks it.
Turillo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr can't find room to land a body shot as Turillo controls the action.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr presses Turillo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Turillo with a nice body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Turillos head.
MacArthur Jnr is working Turillo over against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2#
Turillo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice uppercut there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot that snaps Turillo's head back.
Turillo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Turillo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Turillo is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Turillo.
Turillo misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a body kick but Turillo moved away.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Turillo on the wrong end of a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Turillo's head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
It seemed like Turillo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Turillo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Turillo throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr throws a chopping leg kick but Turillo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot that snaps Turillo's head back.
Turillo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
Turillo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Turillo lands with an uppercut that bounces MacArthur Jnr off the cage and back into range.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Turillo throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a crisp jab that stopped Turillo in his tracks.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick that knocks Turillo off balance momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Turillo moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
Turillo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow Turillo down. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Turillo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
Turillo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Turillo scores with a body shot.
Turillo connects with a good right hand that stumbles MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr moves forwards but Turillo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Turillo connects with a single shot there.
Turillo misses with a telegraphed body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Turillo tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
Song Turillo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
MacArthur Jnr delivers a nice body kick.
Turillo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Turillo misses with a looping right.
Turillo misses with the body kick
and Turillo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Turillo misses with the body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a left to the body.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Turillo's ribcage but misses.
Turillo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Turillo looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr jabs at Turillo's body.
Turillo walks forward, straight into a front kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr feints and then cracks Turillo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Turillo down.
Turillo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Turillo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way round the side to connect with Turillo's head. #CL#
MacArthur Jnr closes the distance and clinches.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with an uppercut but Turillo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turillo struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
Turillo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MacArthur Jnrs head.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shot to the side of Turillo's head.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr is leaning against Turillo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Turillo lands a body punch in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Turillo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Turillo backwards.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr can't find room to land a body shot as Turillo controls the action.
Turillo misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short shot to the head.
Turillo is leaning against MacArthur Jnr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Turillo with a nice body shot.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Turillo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacArthur Jnr blocks an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr presses Turillo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Turillo avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
Turillo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a left to the head.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Turillo lands a left hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short uppercut from MacArthur Jnr.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr blocking some punches.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a body shot from Turillo.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Turillo avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well MacArthur Jnr 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
GAMMA#845 MacArthur v Lohmus
Date: Aug 08, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick.
Lõhmus blocks a jab.
Lõhmus slips under a jab.
A head kick misses from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lõhmus thuds a left hand into McArthur Jnr's body.
McArthur Jnr throws a lazy uppercut
and Lõhmus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lõhmus lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Lõhmus lands with a cross.
Lõhmus's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McArthur Jnr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lõhmus scrambles back to his feet.
McArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Lõhmus's shoulder, as Lõhmus tries to avoid the shot.
Lõhmus misses with a wild body shot.
Lõhmus checks a leg kick.
Lõhmus jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick that is checked
and McArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
Lõhmus connects with a leg kick.
Lõhmus connects with a right hand. McArthur Jnr shakes it off.
McArthur Jnr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McArthur Jnr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
McArthur Jnr defending well as Lõhmus loads up on a big left hand.
Lõhmus connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Lõhmus is out of range.
Lõhmus steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from McArthur Jnr. That one must have hurt.
McArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick but McArthur Jnr moved away.
McArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
McArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Lõhmus moved out of range.
McArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lõhmus lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lõhmus misses the jab.
McArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lõhmus misses the shot to the body.
Lõhmus throws a quick head kick that skims the top of McArthur Jnr's head.
A decent looking cross lands there for McArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
McArthur Jnr checks a leg kick nicely.
McArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Lõhmus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
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!
McArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Lõhmus ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Lõhmus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
McArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
Lõhmus throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
McArthur Jnr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick that misses.
Lõhmus jabs McArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from McArthur Jnr. Lõhmus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut.
McArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
Lõhmus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lõhmus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McArthur Jnr scores with a jab. Lõhmus acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
McArthur Jnr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
and Lõhmus counters with a slapping leg kick.
McArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
Lõhmus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McArthur Jnr.
Joosep Lõhmus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lõhmus throws a hook but McArthur Jnr blocks it.
McArthur Jnr lands a nice looking body kick.
McArthur Jnr thows a body kick. Lõhmus tries to catch it but that hurt him.
McArthur Jnr gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T3#
McArthur Jnr works Lõhmus's body with a nice hook.
Lõhmus scores with a jab to the jaw.
A low kick from McArthur Jnr is predictable there
and Lõhmus counters with a body kick that stops McArthur Jnr in his tracks momentarily.
Lõhmus tries to land a leg kick but McArthur Jnr saw it coming and moves away.
McArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
McArthur Jnr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jab from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
McArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A chopping leg kick lands by McArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus lands a leg kick that knocks McArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
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!
Lõhmus thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lõhmus will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Lõhmus ducks down to avoid it.
McArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus walks into a straight right hand from McArthur Jnr.#T4#
McArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lõhmus was well out of range. Poor timing from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lõhmus in his tracks.
Lõhmus swings widly with a right hand
enabling McArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
McArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lõhmus takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lõhmus misses with a low kick as McArthur Jnr jumps back.
McArthur Jnr checks a low kick from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus tries to score with a low kick but McArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
McArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr throwing a counter right hand but Lõhmus manages to avoid it.
McArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
McArthur Jnr takes a swing at Lõhmus's ribcage but misses.
Lõhmus chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lõhmus.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lõhmus manages to avoid it.
McArthur Jnr misses the jab.
Lõhmus lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick.
Lõhmus now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Joosep Lõhmus will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lõhmus takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McArthur Jnr checks the leg kick.
McArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lõhmus was well out of range. Poor timing from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Lõhmus saw that one coming.
McArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the body kick from McArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut.
McArthur Jnr throws a nice outside leg kick.
McArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Lõhmus sees it coming and moves out of range.
McArthur Jnr scores with a jab.
Lõhmus dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McArthur Jnr. That did some damage!
McArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lõhmus connects with a solid leg kick.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the strikes.
McArthur Jnr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A clash of legs there as McArthur Jnr blocks the low kick.
Lõhmus takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
McArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
An inside leg kick from Lõhmus misses.
Lõhmus lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lõhmus doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lõhmus misses with a body punch
and Lõhmus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A head kick misses from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lõhmus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lõhmus lands a nice shot that snaps McArthur Jnr's head back.
McArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A low kick lands for Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
McArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus pivots, looking for a leg kick but McArthur Jnr is out of range and Lõhmus settles back down.
McArthur Jnr feinted there with a counter leg kick.
McArthur Jnr fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lõhmus is out of range.
McArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
#T2#
McArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Lõhmus avoids it.
Lõhmus was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McArthur Jnr ducks right into an uppercut from Lõhmus.
Nice shot lands for McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lõhmus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Lõhmus steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lõhmus thumps McArthur Jnr with a low kick.
Lõhmus will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lõhmus scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lõhmus throws a counter combo.
Lõhmus moves out of range as McArthur Jnr strikes.
McArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lõhmus throws a front kick aimed at McArthur Jnr's knee but McArthur Jnr avoids it well.
McArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Lõhmus avoids the punch easily.
It seemed like Lõhmus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut
and McArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lõhmus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
McArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lõhmus throws out the jab.
McArthur Jnr misses with a jab, cross combination.
McArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
A quick step to the side and McArthur Jnr tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Lõhmus throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lõhmus swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lõhmus throws out the jab.
Lõhmus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McArthur Jnr lands a nice looking body shot.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Lõhmus in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
McArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McArthur Jnr throws a shot to the body.
A jab from McArthur Jnr does it's job there.
Lõhmus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lõhmus.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lõhmus blocks a jab.#T4#
McArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
McArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
and Lõhmus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lõhmus misses the jab.
McArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Lõhmus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McArthur Jnr finds it's way round the side to connect with Lõhmus's head.
Lõhmus avoids a kick to the body.
Robert McArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
Lõhmus takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
McArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Lõhmus steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lõhmus feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McArthur Jnrs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
McArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McArthur Jnr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McArthur Jnr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
McArthur Jnr looks to land a body kick but Lõhmus moved away.
McArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McArthur Jnr cracks Lõhmus with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
A jab from McArthur Jnr misses.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the body kick.
Lõhmus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lõhmus lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McArthur Jnr looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Lõhmus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lõhmus takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Lõhmus saw that one coming.
McArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lõhmus is out of range and McArthur Jnr settles back down.
Lõhmus scores with a crisp jab that stopped McArthur Jnr in his tracks.
McArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lõhmus appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lõhmus has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McArthur Jnr is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lõhmus punishes McArthur Jnr's body with a nice straight punch.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot
and McArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lõhmus takes a swing at McArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
Lõhmus ducks right into an uppercut from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T1#
McArthur Jnr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lõhmus slips a jab from McArthur Jnr.
A big right from Lõhmus misses.
McArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lõhmus tried to score with a low kick but McArthur Jnr checks it.
Lõhmus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McArthur Jnr throws out the jab.
McArthur Jnr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lõhmus slips under a jab from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Lõhmus saw that one coming.
Lõhmus thows a left - swing and a miss!
McArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Lõhmus closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
McArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McArthur Jnr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nice body kick from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus avoids a kick to the body.
It seemed like Lõhmus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McArthur Jnr throws an off balance right hand
and Lõhmus counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
McArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2#
McArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Lõhmus is out of range.
Lõhmus throws a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lõhmus lands the left hand.
McArthur Jnr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lõhmus circles away quickly and effectively.
Some bone on bone action there as McArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McArthur Jnr looks to land a body kick but Lõhmus moved away.
Lõhmus throws a low kick but it's checked well by McArthur Jnr.
Nice defenses there by Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr throws a right and a left that Lõhmus avoids nicely.
McArthur Jnr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lõhmus tries a quick counter leg kick but McArthur Jnr is wise to it.
Lõhmus lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McArthur Jnr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lõhmus was well out of range. Poor timing from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lõhmus connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McArthur Jnr scrambles back to his feet.
Lõhmus uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McArthur Jnr has time to react.
McArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
#T3#
McArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
Lõhmus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A thudding body kick lands there by Lõhmus!
Lõhmus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus scores with a jab to the body.
Lõhmus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus throws a shot from downtown. McArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
Lõhmus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
Lõhmus connects with the punch.
McArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Lõhmus keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from McArthur Jnr. Lõhmus does a little dance to reset his feet.
McArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
Lõhmus throws a sloppy head kick and McArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
McArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Lõhmus.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McArthur Jnr. #T4#
McArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
McArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Lõhmus fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lõhmus throws a low kick but McArthur Jnr avoids it.
McArthur Jnr punishes Lõhmus's body with a nice straight punch.
Lõhmus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lõhmus lands with a kick to the ribs.
McArthur Jnr moves out of range as Lõhmus strikes.
McArthur Jnr was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lõhmus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Lõhmus swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lõhmus takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lõhmus throws a predictable looking body shot
and McArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lõhmus tries to work over McArthur Jnr's front leg with a kick but McArthur Jnr checks it.
A little feinted left hand from McArthur Jnr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lõhmus lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joosep Lõhmus really dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Lõhmus misses with a body shot.
A low kick from Lõhmus is predictable there
and McArthur Jnr counters with a left and a right that stings Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lõhmus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A quick step to the side and McArthur Jnr tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McArthur Jnr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lõhmus looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A jab from Lõhmus misses.
And McArthur Jnr counters with a quick kick to the body but Lõhmus blocks it.
Lõhmus will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
McArthur Jnr tries to clinch there but Lõhmus circles away.
Lõhmus lands a nice looking body shot.
Lõhmus lands with an uppercut that bounces McArthur Jnr off the cage and back into range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
McArthur Jnr thumps Lõhmus with a low kick.#T1#
McArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus avoids a kick to the body.
Lõhmus fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lõhmus jabs McArthur Jnr right on the nose. McArthur Jnr blinks but takes it well.
McArthur Jnr scores with a one two! Lõhmus had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Lõhmus pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the body kick.
McArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Lõhmus.
A swing and a miss from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
McArthur Jnr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lõhmus throws a leg kick that is checked
letting McArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
Lõhmus lands a jab.
McArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lõhmus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McArthur Jnr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.#T2#
McArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
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!
McArthur Jnr thumps Lõhmus with a low kick.
McArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Lõhmus scores with a jab. McArthur Jnr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
McArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Lõhmus misses with a low kick.
Lõhmus misses with a low kick.
McArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Lõhmus is out of range.
McArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
McArthur Jnr takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
McArthur Jnr cracks Lõhmus with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lõhmus chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
Lõhmus misses the shot to the body.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McArthur Jnr.
A counter left hand to the body from McArthur Jnr misses its target.
Lõhmus lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lõhmus.#T3#
McArthur Jnr checks the leg kick.
McArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Lõhmus avoids the punch easily.
McArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Lõhmus saw that one coming.
Lõhmus scores with a leg kick.
Lõhmus attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lõhmus throws a push kick but McArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
McArthur Jnr motions for Lõhmus to come forward. McArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lõhmus lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and McArthur Jnr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McArthur Jnr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lõhmus dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A nice leg kick from McArthur Jnr, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lõhmus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lõhmus throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lõhmus misses with a right hand
and McArthur Jnr counters with a nice body shot.
McArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Lõhmus moves out of range. #T4#
McArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Lõhmus scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.
Lõhmus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Lõhmus's front leg but catches the back leg as Lõhmus tries to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus thows a left - swing and a miss!
McArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lõhmus moves out of range of the body kick from McArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
Lõhmus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lõhmus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lõhmus loads up on a big right hand but McArthur Jnr slips the punch.
Lõhmus looks to throw the jab but McArthur Jnr is out of range.
McArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Joosep Lõhmus will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Lõhmus with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McArthur Jnr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lõhmus stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lõhmus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McArthur Jnr swings for the body but Lõhmus moves out of range.
McArthur Jnr backing away here, and Lõhmus unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Lõhmus throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and McArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McArthur Jnr fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lõhmus is out of range.
McArthur Jnr swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lõhmus throws a lazy right hand but McArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lõhmus throws a shot from downtown. McArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
McArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lõhmus with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lõhmus throws a jab when McArthur Jnr was well out of range.
McArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McArthur Jnr to score with a decent uppercut.
McArthur Jnr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lõhmus thuds his right hand into McArthur Jnr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lõhmus throws a hook but McArthur Jnr blocks it.#T1#
McArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Lõhmus ducked under it nicely.
McArthur Jnr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lõhmus looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lõhmus moves away from the strike by McArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lõhmus keeps McArthur Jnr at a distance using the push kick.
Lõhmus scores with a decent looking hook.
Lõhmus takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McArthur Jnr lands a two punch combo.
McArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Lõhmus is out of range.
Lõhmus throws out a loose jab but McArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice straight punches there by Lõhmus. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
McArthur Jnr clobbers Lõhmus with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Lõhmus ducks under a wild hook from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
McArthur Jnr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lõhmus will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McArthur Jnr appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lõhmus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lõhmus connects with an inside leg kick.
Lõhmus slips under a jab from McArthur Jnr.
McArthur Jnr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab from McArthur Jnr finds it's way through Lõhmus's defenses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McArthur Jnr, as that shot connected.
Lõhmus throws a low kick, looking for McArthur Jnr's leg but McArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range.
McArthur Jnr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McArthur Jnr lands a head shot.
McArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Lõhmus moves away and avoids it.
A low kick from Lõhmus is predictable there
enabling McArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lõhmus is able to avoid easily.
Joosep Lõhmus is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
McArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
Lõhmus throws out a counter right but McArthur Jnr avoids it with no problem.
McArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus cracks McArthur Jnr with a good jab.
Lõhmus lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lõhmus takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McArthur Jnr misses with a left hand
and Lõhmus counters with a nice uppercut.
Lõhmus buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lõhmus is looking to land body kicks.
Robert McArthur Jnr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McArthur Jnr checks the leg kick.
McArthur Jnr feinted there with a counter leg kick.
McArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a looping overhand right but McArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
McArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut
and Lõhmus counters with a nice kick to the body.
That kick from Lõhmus tenderised McArthur Jnr's leg. McArthur Jnr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lõhmus goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lõhmus scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T4#
McArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lõhmus.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McArthur Jnr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lõhmus checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lõhmus connects with a body shot.
McArthur Jnr thows a leg kick but Lõhmus checks it
and Lõhmus counters with an inside leg kick.
Lõhmus misses with a body kick.
McArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McArthur Jnr thinks about countering with a body kick.
McArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Lõhmus's front leg but catches the back leg as Lõhmus tries to avoid it.
McArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Lõhmus.
An inside leg kick lands from Lõhmus.
McArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Lõhmus is out of range.
Lõhmus keeps the fight on the outside.
Lõhmus cracks McArthur Jnr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lõhmus attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
McArthur Jnr is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McArthur Jnr connects with a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Joosep Lõhmus.
Well Lõhmus 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 46:49
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 47:48
Judge William Gold scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joosep Lõhmus!
Joosep Lõhmus is the new light heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Joosep Lõhmus thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GAMMA#840 Damagon v MacArthur
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Enchãrya lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Enchãrya moved out of range.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Enchãrya throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Enchãrya throws out a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range and Enchãrya only half commits.
A slow jab from Enchãrya misses its intended target.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
MacArthur Jnr tries a quick counter leg kick but Enchãrya is wise to it.
Enchãrya scoring well with a low kick there.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Enchãrya looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Enchãrya with a good jab.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Enchãrya.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr is predictable there
and Enchãrya counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
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!
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
Enchãrya throws a body shot but no joy.
Enchãrya backing away here, and MacArthur Jnr unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A lazy left from Enchãrya finds it's target.
MacArthur Jnr tries to bum rush Enchãrya with a series of wild strikes but Enchãrya uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a lunging right hand
and Enchãrya counters with a low kick, right behind MacArthur Jnr 's knee.
Nice straight punches there by MacArthur Jnr. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya lands with a shot to the body.
Enchãrya misses the jab.
Enchãrya takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy uppercut
and Enchãrya counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Enchãrya looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Enchãrya has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Wild Beasts Zoo in the buildup to the fight.
Enchãrya swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Enchãrya connects with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Enchãrya takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a left hand but Enchãrya moved out of range nicely.
Enchãrya throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Enchãrya strikes.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Enchãrya steps away.
Enchãrya lands the left hand.
Enchãrya throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr jabs at Enchãrya's body.
A slapping leg kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya takes a shot right to the bread basket.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Enchãrya's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Enchãrya uses good head movement to avoid it.
Enchãrya stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
That kick from Enchãrya tenderised MacArthur Jnr's leg. MacArthur Jnr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Enchãrya throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
Enchãrya tries to close the distance and clinch but MacArthur Jnr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Decent striking displayed by MacArthur Jnr there.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
Enchãrya fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the head.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Enchãrya is able to avoid easily.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Enchãrya's ribcage but misses.
Enchãrya takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Enchãrya throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Enchãrya misses with a wild body shot.
Enchãrya throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
MacArthur Jnr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Enchãrya fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Enchãrya throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Enchãrya swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Enchãrya. MacArthur Jnr shrugs it off though.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Enchãrya's front leg but catches the back leg as Enchãrya tries to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Enchãrya throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Enchãrya can pounce on him.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Enchãrya moves out of range.
Enchãrya throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T4#
Enchãrya misses with a straight right.
Enchãrya misses with a shot to the body
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Enchãrya misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a hook. Enchãrya tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Enchãrya checks a leg kick nicely.
Enchãrya buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Enchãrya throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Enchãrya misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Enchãrya quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Enchãrya lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the button.
Enchãrya blocks a low kick nicely.
Enchãrya misses with a looping left.
Enchãrya lands a leg kick that knocks MacArthur Jnr off balance momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice body kick.
A clash of legs there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the low kick.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Enchãrya steps away.
Enchãrya misses the jab.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Enchãrya just misses with a punch to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Enchãrya ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot that sends Enchãrya's belly button to the back.
Enchãrya misses with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a solid leg kick but Enchãrya takes the impact on his shin and smiles at MacArthur Jnr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses
and Enchãrya counters with an inside leg kick.
Enchãrya is looking to land body kicks.
Enchãrya swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
A big right from Enchãrya misses.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Enchãrya moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
Enchãrya throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Enchãrya fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Enchãrya's sensitive parts.
Enchãrya tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
MacArthur Jnr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Enchãrya throws a lazy body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Enchãrya counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Enchãrya avoids the body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from MacArthur Jnr there as he acknowledges the shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Enchãrya uses good head movement to avoid it.
Enchãrya looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
Enchãrya on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Enchãrya blocks a low kick nicely.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Enchãrya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Damagon Enchãrya is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Enchãrya thumps MacArthur Jnr with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Enchãrya moves out of range.
Enchãrya sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Enchãrya needs to keep his hands up - MacArthur Jnr had a free shot at his head there.
MacArthur Jnr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Enchãrya blocks the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Enchãrya sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Enchãrya swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut
and Enchãrya counters with a solid body kick.
Enchãrya looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Enchãrya is looking to land body kicks.
Nice body punch from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Enchãrya looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the leg kick from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Enchãrya swinging wildly here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr catches Enchãrya with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Enchãrya misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Enchãrya uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a really nice looking cross but Enchãrya seems unphased.
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!
Enchãrya waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Enchãrya throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Enchãrya is looking to clinch.
Enchãrya is looking to score with low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Enchãrya shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Enchãrya misses with a body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick.
Enchãrya misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Enchãrya walks into a jab.
A slow jab from Enchãrya misses its intended target.
MacArthur Jnr tries a quick counter leg kick but Enchãrya is wise to it.
Nice cross by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Enchãrya misses with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Enchãrya looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
Enchãrya checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya fires out a quick counter leg kick but MacArthur Jnr just manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a left hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
Enchãrya slips under a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya blocks a jab.
Enchãrya scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a combination but Enchãrya avoids it well.
MacArthur Jnr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a head kick by Enchãrya.
Enchãrya misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Enchãrya throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Enchãrya steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick from Enchãrya.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that is checked
and Enchãrya counters with a stiff right hand.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya jabs MacArthur Jnr right on the nose. MacArthur Jnr blinks but takes it well.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping right hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Enchãrya on the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
Enchãrya jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Enchãrya finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Enchãrya misses with a wild body shot.
Enchãrya lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Enchãrya steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Enchãrya throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
That kick from MacArthur Jnr tenderised Enchãrya's leg. Enchãrya is trying to keep his angry face on.
An inside leg kick lands from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Enchãrya counters with a nice leg kick. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr throws a push kick but Enchãrya slaps the foot to one side.
MacArthur Jnr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Enchãrya misses with a looping left.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a left hand into Enchãrya's body.
Enchãrya throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
Good work by Enchãrya as he checks the leg kick.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moved away.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Enchãrya misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
Enchãrya throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Enchãrya goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Enchãrya avoids it with no problem.
Enchãrya works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Enchãrya walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Enchãrya misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Enchãrya circles away quickly and effectively.
MacArthur Jnr delivers a nice body kick.
MacArthur Jnr swats away the attempt to clinch by Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
enabling Enchãrya to counter with a crisp jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Enchãrya checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Enchãrya moves out of range of the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
Enchãrya misses the shot to the body.
Enchãrya slips a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Enchãrya. #CL#
Enchãrya has taken the fight to the clinch.
Enchãrya misses with a hook to the ribs.
Enchãrya tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacArthur Jnr's elbow.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Enchãrya with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a body shot from Enchãrya. #T4#
Enchãrya blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Enchãrya backwards.
Enchãrya misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shoulder strike.
Enchãrya misses with a hook to the ribs.
Enchãrya misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Enchãrya backwards.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a body shot from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Enchãrya takes a shot to the head.
Enchãrya managing to block the knees to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya lands a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Enchãrya lands a body shot.
Enchãrya lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short left from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Damagon Enchãrya did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Enchãrya blocks a low kick nicely.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Enchãrya slips the punch.
Enchãrya misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya misses with a jab to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Enchãrya throws a head kick that misses.
Enchãrya checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a right hand that misses
and Enchãrya counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Enchãrya lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Enchãrya buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Enchãrya ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Enchãrya ducks down to avoid it.
Enchãrya throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr only half commits to the counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a kick to the body.
Enchãrya's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacArthur Jnr under the eye.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Enchãrya doesn't seem bothered though.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
Enchãrya half committed to a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a powerful jab.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick.
Enchãrya takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Jab from MacArthur Jnr.
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!
Enchãrya throws a front kick that sends MacArthur Jnr stumbling back into the cage.
Enchãrya misses the shot to the body.
A big right from Enchãrya misses.
Enchãrya throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
Enchãrya misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Enchãrya avoids it easily.
Enchãrya uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
A low kick lands for Enchãrya.
Enchãrya rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Enchãrya will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Enchãrya pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Enchãrya moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy right hand. Enchãrya should have avoided that one.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking kick to the body. Enchãrya takes a step back to recover. #T3#
Jab by MacArthur Jnr.
A big right from Enchãrya misses.
Enchãrya moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Enchãrya swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya misses the jab.
Enchãrya throws a nice outside leg kick.
Enchãrya takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Enchãrya slips a straight right by MacArthur Jnr.
A nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Enchãrya is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Enchãrya chopping away at his opponent's legs.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
Enchãrya is looking to counter punch.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr throws a chopping leg kick but Enchãrya manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Enchãrya takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Enchãrya throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Enchãrya moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Enchãrya tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Enchãrya misses the shot to the body.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr misses the jab.
Enchãrya lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Enchãrya swings away with a leg kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Enchãrya.
Enchãrya tried to counter with a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr avoided it.
Enchãrya throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya throws a sloppy head kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Enchãrya missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Enchãrya appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya misses with a jab to the body
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Enchãrya crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from MacArthur Jnr - the referee stops the clock and Enchãrya gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says MacArthur Jnr. Enchãrya manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts MacArthur Jnr, as that shot connected.
Enchãrya ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Enchãrya avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Enchãrya thinks about countering with a body kick.
Enchãrya comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a right hand.
A clash of legs there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the low kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Enchãrya.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Enchãrya under the eye.
Enchãrya takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr feints and then cracks Enchãrya's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Enchãrya down.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch
and Enchãrya counters with a straight right hand.
Enchãrya misses the jab.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
A slow jab from Enchãrya misses its intended target.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Enchãrya slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Enchãrya scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
MacArthur Jnr throws a series of punches but Enchãrya avoids them all with ease.
A left lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Damagon Enchãrya has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Enchãrya getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab when Enchãrya was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Enchãrya counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Enchãrya throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Enchãrya with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Enchãrya uses good head movement to avoid it.
Enchãrya lands with an overhand left.#CL#
Enchãrya clinches up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Enchãrya's elbow.
Enchãrya lands an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Enchãrya makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Enchãrya digs a right hand underneath MacArthur Jnr's ribcage. MacArthur Jnr let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MacArthur Jnr misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Enchãrya throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Damagon Enchãrya has scored more points in the clinch so far.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
Enchãrya lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Enchãrya lands with a light punch inside.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Enchãrya's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Enchãrya.
Enchãrya blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Enchãrya works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Enchãrya lands a hook that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Enchãrya.
Enchãrya misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Enchãrya misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr can't find room to land a body shot as Enchãrya controls the action.
MacArthur Jnr trying to stall but Enchãrya improves his position.
A nice left hand lands by Enchãrya.
Good body shot from Enchãrya.
#T4#
Enchãrya blocks a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Enchãrya lands a shoulder strike.
Enchãrya digs a right hand into MacArthur Jnr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MacArthur Jnr's gas tank.
Enchãrya lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#ROC#MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
Enchãrya gets through MacArthur Jnr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr is still on wobbly legs! Can Enchãrya finish him?
Enchãrya throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr blocks an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Enchãrya's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Enchãrya is working MacArthur Jnr over against the cage.
Enchãrya tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Enchãrya.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya lands a nice shot to the body.
Enchãrya working aggressively here.
Enchãrya misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr blocks an uppercut.
Enchãrya misses with the head strike.
Enchãrya throws a punch but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya misses with a short punch on the inside.
Enchãrya misses with some punches.
Enchãrya misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Enchãrya fails to land.
Enchãrya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Enchãrya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Enchãrya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Enchãrya fails to land.
Enchãrya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Enchãrya throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr seems to have recovered his senses.
Enchãrya throws a punch but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr. #BC2#
MacArthur Jnr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Enchãrya throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Enchãrya connects with the punch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Damagon Enchãrya showed his dominance in that final round.
I think MacArthur Jnr has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 46:49
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 46:49
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 48:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr is the new light heavyweight champion!
Robert MacArthur Jnr seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
GAMMA#835 Kodja v Viking
Date: Jun 20, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Enchãrya scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Enchãrya fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacArthur Jnr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Jnr has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Enchãrya throws a body kick.
Enchãrya tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice calf kick.
Enchãrya throws a wild body kick that MacArthur Jnr sees coming a mile off.
The crowd cheers as MacArthur Jnr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Enchãrya doesn't seem phased though.
MacArthur Jnr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Enchãrya is just out of range.
Enchãrya checks a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Enchãrya.
A decent looking body kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Enchãrya moves away.
Enchãrya jabs MacArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Enchãrya wants to land a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Enchãrya throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
Enchãrya slips under a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it well.
Enchãrya misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Enchãrya lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Enchãrya throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Enchãrya moves out of range.
Enchãrya pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Enchãrya throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr catches Enchãrya with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Enchãrya takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
Enchãrya tries to move into range but MacArthur Jnr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
MacArthur Jnr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nice body kick there by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Enchãrya just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Enchãrya keeps MacArthur Jnr at a distance using the push kick.
Enchãrya swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Enchãrya uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya is looking to wear down MacArthur Jnr with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by Enchãrya.
Enchãrya throws a body kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Enchãrya blocks a low kick nicely.
MacArthur Jnr's corner calls for a 1-2. MacArthur Jnr obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Enchãrya with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Enchãrya looks to land a body kick but MacArthur Jnr moved away.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Enchãrya is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr connects with the punch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Enchãrya moved away.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Enchãrya.#T3#
Enchãrya looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Enchãrya stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Enchãrya throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Enchãrya gets off balance looking for a body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good, hard body kick but Enchãrya shrugs it off.
A big right from Enchãrya misses.
Enchãrya moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
Enchãrya lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
MacArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Enchãrya is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Enchãrya saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Enchãrya avoids the punch easily.
Enchãrya on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Enchãrya tried to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Enchãrya throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Enchãrya avoids it with no problem.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice inside leg kick. #T4#
Enchãrya pushes MacArthur Jnr away with a front kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Enchãrya fails in his attempt to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Enchãrya's ribcage but misses.
Enchãrya misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Enchãrya saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jab from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Enchãrya chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Enchãrya keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Enchãrya avoids it easily.
Enchãrya swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses
and Enchãrya counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to score with low kicks.
Enchãrya swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Enchãrya moves away.
Enchãrya throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick.
Enchãrya throws the kick towards the body but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
A slapping leg kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya misses with a wild body shot.
Enchãrya thuds his right hand into MacArthur Jnr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Enchãrya fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A slow jab from MacArthur Jnr misses its intended target.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacArthur Jnr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Enchãrya was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Enchãrya appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Enchãrya defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
Enchãrya throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Enchãrya lands a really nice looking cross but MacArthur Jnr seems unphased.
#CL#
Enchãrya instigates a clinch. #T1#
Enchãrya stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Enchãrya's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Enchãrya blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Enchãrya tries to throw a body punch but MacArthur Jnr avoids it by throwing Enchãrya back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Enchãrya.
Good body shot from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr pushes Enchãrya back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short shot to the head.
A short uppercut from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Enchãrya has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr prevents a body shot from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr prevents a body shot from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Enchãrya is defending well for now.
Nice body punch from Enchãrya - that landed with a thud.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land knees in the clinch but Enchãrya avoids the damage to the body.
Enchãrya tries a body shot but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Enchãrya blocks a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacArthur Jnr's elbow.
Nice body punch from Enchãrya. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Enchãrya throws a punch but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Enchãrya controls his hands.
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!
Enchãrya lands a left hand that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr on the inside.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Enchãrya misses with a short punch on the inside.
Enchãrya gets through MacArthur Jnr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Enchãrya throws a head punch that misses.
Enchãrya misses with a punch on the inside.
Enchãrya lands with a short shot to the head.
Enchãrya lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Enchãrya tries to throw a body punch but MacArthur Jnr avoids it by throwing Enchãrya back against the cage.
Enchãrya lands a left hand.
A head punch on the inside from Enchãrya fails to land.
Enchãrya lands a shot to the body.
Enchãrya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Enchãrya lands a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Enchãrya blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Enchãrya tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Enchãrya or not. #T3#
A nice right hand lands inside from Enchãrya.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Enchãrya tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Enchãrya tries to throw a body punch but MacArthur Jnr avoids it by throwing Enchãrya back against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Enchãrya goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Enchãrya.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Enchãrya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Enchãrya has a couple of punches blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land knees in the clinch but Enchãrya avoids the damage to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Enchãrya prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
I was talking to Enchãrya's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Enchãrya goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T4#
MacArthur Jnr can't find room to land a body shot as Enchãrya controls the action.
Enchãrya stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya working aggressively here.
Enchãrya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Enchãrya on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook that snaps the head of Enchãrya backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya tries to stall but MacArthur Jnr uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr lands an uppercut.
Enchãrya misses with some punches.
Enchãrya's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right hook to the body lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Damagon Enchãrya has scored more points in the clinch so far.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Enchãrya tries to throw a body punch but MacArthur Jnr avoids it by throwing Enchãrya back against the cage.
Enchãrya misses with a punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Enchãrya.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Damagon Enchãrya will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
Enchãrya buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Enchãrya's front leg but catches the back leg as Enchãrya tries to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Enchãrya manages to avoid it.
Enchãrya checks a leg kick.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way through Enchãrya's defenses.
MacArthur Jnr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Enchãrya was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr works the jab nicely.
Enchãrya swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Enchãrya moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Enchãrya throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Enchãrya throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Enchãrya is just out of range.#T1#
Nice shot lands for Enchãrya.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow Enchãrya down.
Enchãrya misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Enchãrya steps away.
Enchãrya showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya jabs MacArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a cross.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Enchãrya misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook.
A low kick from Enchãrya is predictable there
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya connects with a single shot there.
Enchãrya gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Enchãrya's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A jab from Enchãrya misses.
A swing and a miss from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Enchãrya avoids it with no problem.
Enchãrya lands with a slapping head kick.
Enchãrya throws a nice head kick!
Enchãrya is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good body shot.
Nice jab there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya misses the jab.
Enchãrya bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Enchãrya dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Enchãrya throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Enchãrya takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T3#
A nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat of the thigh.
Enchãrya steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Enchãrya throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a body kick
and Enchãrya counters with a right hand to the body.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Enchãrya misses with a looping right.
Enchãrya scores with a nice strike.
Enchãrya throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Enchãrya misses with a kick to the body.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick that stops Enchãrya in his tracks momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the button.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Enchãrya takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T4#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Enchãrya lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and MacArthur Jnr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from MacArthur Jnr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as Enchãrya loads up on a big left hand.
MacArthur Jnr jabs Enchãrya right on the nose. Enchãrya blinks but takes it well.
Enchãrya connects with a solid leg kick.
Enchãrya looks for the body kick but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
Enchãrya scores with a jab. MacArthur Jnr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Enchãrya misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Enchãrya sees coming a mile off.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to Enchãrya's midsection.
Enchãrya fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr lunges at Enchãrya with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Enchãrya's hand.
Enchãrya is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr really dominated that round.
That's time! Enchãrya's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Enchãrya works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
Enchãrya connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Enchãrya is out of range.
Enchãrya is looking to counter punch.
Enchãrya takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands the left hand.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Enchãrya throws a lazy body kick
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Enchãrya.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice strike.
Enchãrya looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch up.
Enchãrya scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Enchãrya fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Enchãrya dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that misses.
Enchãrya with a nice calf kick.
Enchãrya misses with a body shot.
Enchãrya takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Enchãrya uses good head movement to avoid it.
Enchãrya half committed to a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
Enchãrya blocks a low kick nicely.
Enchãrya quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Enchãrya was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a few strikes there.
Good work by MacArthur Jnr as he checks the leg kick.
Enchãrya chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Enchãrya will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
MacArthur Jnr thows a leg kick but Enchãrya checks it
and Enchãrya makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Donk. Enchãrya catches MacArthur Jnr right on the button with a cross.
MacArthur Jnr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Enchãrya ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Enchãrya throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr avoids the head kick by Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Enchãrya checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A telegraphed right hand from Enchãrya misses the target.
Enchãrya bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Enchãrya avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Enchãrya moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a lunging right hand
and Enchãrya counters with a thumping low kick.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Enchãrya moves out of range easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Enchãrya looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of MacArthur Jnr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Enchãrya tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Enchãrya.#T4#
Enchãrya scores with a push kick.
Enchãrya throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Enchãrya.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Enchãrya lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and MacArthur Jnr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from MacArthur Jnr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Enchãrya throws a big shot that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Enchãrya uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Enchãrya throws a solid leg kick but MacArthur Jnr takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Enchãrya.
Enchãrya throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Enchãrya tries a head kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Enchãrya avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Damagon Enchãrya will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Enchãrya pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an attempted mid kick.
Enchãrya thumps MacArthur Jnr with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Enchãrya momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Enchãrya moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Enchãrya sees it coming and moves out of range.
Enchãrya throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Enchãrya tries to land a front kick but MacArthur Jnr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
MacArthur Jnr with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr walks forward, straight into a front kick from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
Enchãrya scores with the left hand. MacArthur Jnr knows he should have avoided that one.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Enchãrya crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from MacArthur Jnr - the referee stops the clock and Enchãrya gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says MacArthur Jnr. Enchãrya manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Enchãrya takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Enchãrya looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Enchãrya slips under a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Enchãrya looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jab by Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Enchãrya moves into range and clinches up with MacArthur Jnr.#BC#
Enchãrya breaks from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Enchãrya sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Enchãrya throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr tests Enchãrya's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Enchãrya misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Enchãrya throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like MacArthur Jnr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot that sends Enchãrya's belly button to the back.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Enchãrya moves out of range.
Enchãrya looks to throw a body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick but Enchãrya moves out of range.
Enchãrya with a nice cross.
Enchãrya misses with a low kick.
Enchãrya moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Enchãrya avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Enchãrya.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Enchãrya sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Enchãrya sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
A big left from Enchãrya misses.
MacArthur Jnr feints a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Enchãrya with a good jab.
Enchãrya steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from MacArthur Jnr. That one must have hurt.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Enchãrya strikes.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Enchãrya moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr ducks right into an uppercut from Enchãrya.
Enchãrya throws a low kick, looking for MacArthur Jnr's leg but MacArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Enchãrya displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab.
Enchãrya ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Enchãrya lands with a thumping leg kick.
Enchãrya misses with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick. #T4#
Enchãrya on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Enchãrya scores with a jab to the head.
Enchãrya lands a nice shot that snaps MacArthur Jnr's head back.
A swing and a miss from Enchãrya.
A telegraphed right hand from Enchãrya misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a cross.
A bone on bone clash there as MacArthur Jnr blocks the leg kick.
Crunch! MacArthur Jnr slams his shin into Enchãrya's torso.
Enchãrya misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to counter with his kicks.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Enchãrya is just out of range.
Enchãrya appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Enchãrya just misses with a punch to the body.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
MacArthur Jnr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think MacArthur Jnr has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 48:48
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 48:48
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
Damagon Enchãrya retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands! |
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Event:
GAMMA#830 Jesus v McArthur
Date: May 23, 2020 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Jesus blocks the leg kick.
Jesus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
Jesus checks the leg kick.
Jesus staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Jesus throws a right and a left that both miss.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
Jesus misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
MacArthur Jnr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jesus finds it's way round the side to connect with MacArthur Jnr's head.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jesus moves away.
Jesus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jesus blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Jesus.
Jesus loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Jesus with a nice cross.
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!
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
Jesus throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Evaristo Jesus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch combination from Jesus misses.
Jesus throws a leg kick which misses MacArthur Jnr's front leg but catches the back leg as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid it. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr ducks right into an uppercut from Jesus.
MacArthur Jnr pushes Jesus away with a front kick.
Jesus misses with a body shot.
Jesus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from MacArthur Jnr.
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jesus.
A swing and a miss from MacArthur Jnr.
Jesus throwing a counter right hand but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
A clash of legs there as Jesus blocks the low kick.
Jesus throws a right and a left that MacArthur Jnr avoids nicely.
Jesus tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Jesus.
Jesus shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping right hand.
Jesus looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
MacArthur Jnr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jesus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jesus misses with a body shot.
Jesus throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick nicely.
Jesus misses with a straight right.
Jesus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jesus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jesus.
Jesus's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MacArthur Jnr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jesus scrambles back to his feet.
Jesus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A cross from Jesus lands.
Jesus throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jesus lands a body shot.
Jesus looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
Jesus moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good body shot.
Jesus throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Jesus avoids it with no problem.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Jesus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
A jab from Jesus misses.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jesus momentarily.
Jesus scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a cross. #CL2#
MacArthur Jnr darts in and clinches Jesus up against the cage.
Jesus is trying to break the clinch but MacArthur Jnr has him pressed against the cage.
Jesus lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jesus.
Jesus lands a hook to the side of the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Jesus prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr. #BC2#
MacArthur Jnr manages to break the clinch.
A big right from Jesus misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Jesus moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
Jesus moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Jesus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Jesus.
Jesus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr feints a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to score with low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook. Jesus ducked under it nicely.
A big left from Jesus misses.
Jesus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Jesus defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jesus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
Jesus slips a straight right by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jesus.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jesus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jesus paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Jesus steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from MacArthur Jnr. That one must have hurt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Jesus's front leg with a kick but Jesus checks it.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Jesus.
No joy there for Jesus, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Jesus checks it.
Jesus tries to move into range but MacArthur Jnr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Jesus down with leg kicks.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jesus.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jesus checks a leg kick.
Jesus avoids a kick to the body.
Jesus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jesus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Jesus ducks down to avoid it.
Jesus slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jesus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Jesus looks to land a combination but MacArthur Jnr avoids it well.
A nice side step and MacArthur Jnr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Jesus misses the target.
Jesus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
No joy there for Jesus, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
Jesus takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jesus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jesus swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jesus.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking body kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Donk. MacArthur Jnr catches Jesus right on the button with a cross.
Jesus checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jesus misses with a wild combination.
Jesus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jesus scores with a punch to the head.
Jesus lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab.
Jesus looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Jesus blocks it well.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
A low kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jesus is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Jesus is just out of range.
Jesus blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a thumping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jesus has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Jesus.
MacArthur Jnr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Jesus.
Jesus misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jesus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jesus.
Jesus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr thumps Jesus with a low kick.
A big left from Jesus misses.
Jesus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Jesus looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
Jesus misses with a body shot.
A nice side step and MacArthur Jnr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jesus circles away quickly and effectively.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr tried to score with a low kick but Jesus checks it.
Jesus blocks a jab.
Jesus walks into a straight right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A big left from Jesus misses.
MacArthur Jnr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
MacArthur Jnr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jesus lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jesus.
A slapping body kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Donk. MacArthur Jnr catches Jesus right on the button with a cross.
Jesus slips a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
Jesus throws a big counter combination but MacArthur Jnr scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T4#
Jesus takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Jesus throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jesus misses with a hook
and Jesus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jesus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr with the inside leg kick.
Jesus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jesus is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jesus throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Jesus looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
MacArthur Jnr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
MacArthur Jnr is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jesus.
Jesus is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick, looking for Jesus's leg but Jesus calmly moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jesus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Jesus.
Jesus throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jesus takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jesus misses the jab.
Jesus misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jesus staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr lands a head shot.
Jesus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jesus's head backwards.
Jesus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Jesus looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jesus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Jesus sees coming a mile off.
Jesus checks the leg kick nicely there.
A cross from MacArthur Jnr lands.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Jesus moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Jesus sees coming a mile off.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Jesus moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Jesus blocks it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacArthur Jnr tests Jesus's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
Jesus moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
Jesus blocks a jab.#T1#
The fighters circling - Jesus throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Jesus avoids the punch easily.
Jesus showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Jesus throws a nice inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jesus throws a low kick, looking for MacArthur Jnr's leg but MacArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Jesus.
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jesus.
It seemed like MacArthur Jnr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jesus slips a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr clobbers Jesus with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Jesus with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
MacArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jesus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Evaristo Jesus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jesus misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jesus throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Jesus strikes.
Jesus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr only half commits to the counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jesus is really struggling to find his range with his punches. MacArthur Jnr's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice cross.
Jesus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr dodges the punch combination from Jesus.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a lovely overhand right.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch
and Jesus counters with a straight right hand.
Jesus looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
MacArthur Jnr with a jab.
Jesus lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T3#
Jesus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from MacArthur Jnr finds it's way round the side to connect with Jesus's head.
Jesus listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jesus, as that shot connected.
MacArthur Jnr lands a lovely overhand right.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Jesus appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jesus throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a combination. Jesus tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
MacArthur Jnr with the inside leg kick.
Jesus lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Jesus sees coming a mile off.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jesus takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a jab.
Jesus misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jesus walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jesus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jesus misses with the combination.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Jesus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Good shot there by MacArthur Jnr.
Jesus scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem bothered though.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow Jesus down.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Jesus.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body. Jesus takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jesus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
MacArthur Jnr keeps Jesus at a distance using the push kick.
Jesus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Jesus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A jab from Jesus misses.
MacArthur Jnr unleashes a big counter combination but Jesus bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
The fighters circling - Jesus throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got MacArthur Jnr 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
After winning the bout, Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Evaristo Jesus had this to say: 'WTF'.
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Event:
GAMMA#822 Fungus v MacArthur
Date: Apr 11, 2020 |
#R1#
Fungus staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr looks to throw the jab but Fungus is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick as Fungus jumps back.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fungus checks a leg kick nicely.
Fungus throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick.
A jab from Fungus finds it's way through MacArthur Jnr's defenses.
Fungus throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Fungus is just out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
A leg kick checked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Fungus is out of range. #T1#
Fungus paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A clash of legs there as Fungus blocks the low kick.
Fungus throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
We've been told by Fungus's head coaches at Save America! TRUMP 2020! that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Fungus thuds a left hand into MacArthur Jnr's body.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fungus tests MacArthur Jnr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fungus misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the side of Fungus's head but Fungus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Fungus is just out of range.
It looked like Fungus was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from MacArthur Jnr.
Fungus scores with a crisp jab that stopped MacArthur Jnr in his tracks.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Fungus moves out of range.
Fungus misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Foot Fungus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fungus throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his shin into the meat of Fungus's side.
Fungus throws a lazy body kick
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a body kick but Fungus moved away.
Fungus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fungus misses with a hook.
Fungus backing away here, and MacArthur Jnr unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Fungus fires out a quick counter leg kick but MacArthur Jnr just manages to avoid it.#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr closes the distance and pushes Fungus back into the cage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand.
#BC#
Fungus breaks from the clinch.
Fungus checks the leg kick nicely there.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fungus misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fungus misses the body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Fungus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fungus throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fungus counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps MacArthur Jnr thinking.
Fungus misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Fungus misses with a looping right.
It seemed like MacArthur Jnr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Fungus misses the target.
Fungus scores with a hook to the body. MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A big right from Fungus misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Fungus blocks it.#T4#
Fungus just misses with a punch to the body.
Fungus misses with a body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fungus throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a decent looking hook.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Fungus's sensitive parts.
MacArthur Jnr blocks the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to land body kicks.
Fungus throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Fungus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#
It looks like Foot Fungus has been cut.
Fungus throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr feints a counter leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fungus. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fungus backing away here, and MacArthur Jnr unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Fungus blocks a low kick nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Foot Fungus's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Fungus throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fungus misses with a looping right.
Fungus throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook
and Fungus counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps MacArthur Jnr thinking.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Fungus has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Fungus.
Fungus throws a body kick that misses
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
Fungus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
Fungus moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to chop away at Fungus's legs. #T1#
Fungus throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big left from Fungus misses.
Fungus lands with an uppercut that bounces MacArthur Jnr off the cage and back into range.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Fungus misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
Fungus throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
Fungus misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Fungus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
MacArthur Jnr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a low kick nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Fungus.
A chopping leg kick lands by Fungus.
Fungus connects with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fungus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a stiff left hand from Fungus.
Fungus lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.
Fungus throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MacArthur Jnr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T3#
Fungus stuns MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Fungus steps away.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
Fungus just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Fungus blocks it well.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy body kick
and Fungus counters with a body kick that stops MacArthur Jnr in his tracks momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Fungus thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fungus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Fungus throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Fungus buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
No joy there for MacArthur Jnr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T4#
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Fungus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fungus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fungus.
Fungus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fungus bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Fungus to score with a decent uppercut.
Fungus swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr tries to move into range but Fungus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fungus is looking to slow MacArthur Jnr down with leg kicks.
Fungus lands with a good body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Foot Fungus dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Foot Fungus's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Fungus lands a body shot.
Fungus throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fungus swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Fungus avoids it with no problem.
Fungus misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to counter with his kicks.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
Fungus misses with a hook to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
Fungus misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fungus throws out a loose jab but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fungus throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Fungus ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fungus fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it well.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Fungus avoids it with no problem.#T1#
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Fungus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fungus needs to keep his hands up - MacArthur Jnr had a free shot at his head there.
A shot to the liver by MacArthur Jnr. Beautiful body shot.
Fungus walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Fungus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fungus lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts.
Fungus takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fungus jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Fungus connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Fungus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice shot lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Fungus fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2#
Fungus connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fungus checks a leg kick nicely.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
Fungus misses with a hook to the body
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Fungus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fungus just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fungus finds it's way round the side to connect with MacArthur Jnr's head.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Fungus.
Fungus misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fungus misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
Fungus misses with a body shot.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacArthur Jnr throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Fungus misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr only half commits to the counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fungus takes a body punch but keeps moving.
MacArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Fungus is out of range.
Fungus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr wants to clinch up but Fungus keeps it at a distance.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. Fungus looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fungus. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fungus swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fungus's knee momentarily.#T4#
Fungus misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
Fungus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice uppercut there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr cracks the inside of Fungus's front leg.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fungus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
Fungus misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Fungus down with leg kicks.
Fungus lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts.
Fungus does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Fungus misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Fungus's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Robert MacArthur Jnr just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Foot Fungus's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fungus throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Fungus misses with a jab to the body
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
Fungus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Fungus thuds a left hand into MacArthur Jnr's body.
Fungus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#KD2#
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice right hand that sends Fungus toppling to the canvas! Fungus scrambles and gets back to his feet - can MacArthur Jnr finish him?!#ROC2#
Fungus is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Oh Fungus is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fungus misses with a wild body shot.
Fungus seems to have got his legs back now.
Fungus with a hook.
Nice uppercut there from Fungus.
Fungus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that misses.
Fungus thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on MacArthur Jnr if he has to take too many more of those.
Fungus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Fungus looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fungus looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fungus throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fungus throws a front kick aimed at MacArthur Jnr's knee but MacArthur Jnr avoids it well.
Fungus swings widly with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fungus wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Fungus ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick.
Fungus stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.#T2#
Fungus connects with a solid leg kick.
Fungus misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Jnr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Fungus fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacArthur Jnr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Fungus uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MacArthur Jnr has time to react.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fungus misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Fungus's knee momentarily.
Fungus swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a right hand
and Fungus counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fungus connects with a leg kick. MacArthur Jnr looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
Fungus jabs MacArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Jab from Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Fungus as he connects with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Fungus looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow Fungus down.
Fungus misses with a hook to the body
and Fungus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fungus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fungus scores with a body shot.
Fungus throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fungus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T4#
Fungus defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand.
An attempted straight right counter from Fungus misses the target.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fungus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Fungus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Fungus.
Fungus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fungus misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a left to the body.
Fungus works the jab nicely.
MacArthur Jnr tries to move into range but Fungus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fungus missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a low kick nicely.
MacArthur Jnr follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Foot Fungus had his way with Robert MacArthur Jnr in that round.
The cut man is working on Foot Fungus's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Fungus avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a right hand. Fungus shakes it off.
MacArthur Jnr takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Fungus fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacArthur Jnr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Fungus lands a lovely overhand right.
That kick from Fungus tenderised MacArthur Jnr's leg. MacArthur Jnr is trying to keep his angry face on.
MacArthur Jnr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fungus misses with the body kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy uppercut
and Fungus counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Fungus.
Fungus misses with an uppercut. #T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fungus.
Fungus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Fungus jabs MacArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A shot to the body from Fungus misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fungus throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fungus lands a nice looking body shot.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Fungus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fungus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
Fungus blocks the body kick.
Fungus lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr drops his hands momentarily and Fungus takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Fungus throws a predictable looking body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Fungus scores with a punch to the head.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
and Fungus counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Fungus's corner calls for a 1-2. Fungus obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fungus looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T3#
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Fungus.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fungus lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fungus.
Fungus just misses with a punch to the body.
Fungus looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
MacArthur Jnr throws a combination that misses
and Fungus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fungus throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fungus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
Fungus checks a leg kick.
A lazy left from MacArthur Jnr finds it's target.
Fungus cracks a nice hook into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr is predictable there
and Fungus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Fungus delivers a nice body kick.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Fungus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Fungus swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Foot Fungus showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Fungus has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:47
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 48:47
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Foot Fungus!
Foot Fungus retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Foot Fungus thanked Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
GAMMA#817 Spike v Manowaru
Date: Mar 21, 2020 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Krampus in the body.
Krampus misses with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
MacArthur Jnr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Krampus under the eye.#CUT2#
It looks like Dexter Krampus has been cut.
Krampus throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a left hand into Krampus's body.
Krampus is breathing heavily.
Krampus throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
Krampus with a lazy takedown attempt
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Krampus's knee momentarily.
We've been hearing reports that Krampus has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Krampus misses with a punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr digs a right hand underneath Krampus's ribcage. Krampus let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr blocking some punches.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Krampus backwards. #CUT2#
Dexter Krampus's cut is getting worse.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short shot to the head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Krampus's elbow.
Krampus drops down looking for an ankle pick but MacArthur Jnr pulls his leg out and moves away.
Krampus misses with a right hand #KD2#
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice right hand that sends Krampus toppling to the canvas! Krampus scrambles and gets back to his feet - can MacArthur Jnr finish him?!#T1#
Krampus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#KD2#
MacArthur Jnr sends Krampus crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! MacArthur Jnr is motioning to the referee to let Krampus up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#
Krampus is rocked!#CUT2#
Dexter Krampus's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Krampus is holding his hands too far apart here. MacArthur Jnr throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Krampus is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
A victorious Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
GAMMA#813 Spike v Saric
Date: Feb 22, 2020 |
#R1#
Al Din lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but MacArthur Jnr circles away quickly and effectively.
MacArthur Jnr replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Al Din blocks it well.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick that knocks Al Din off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Al Din.
Al Din scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
MacArthur Jnr has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Al Din.
Decent striking displayed by Al Din there.#CUT#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr wants to slow Al Din down by chopping away at his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Al Din avoids it easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Al Din, as that shot connected.
MacArthur Jnr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Al Din misses with a jab to the body
and MacArthur Jnr finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#
It looks like Badr Al Din has been cut.
Al Din has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Al Din throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
Al Din bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr misses.
No joy there for MacArthur Jnr, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Al Din was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from MacArthur Jnr.
Al Din throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Al Din.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the button.
Al Din stuns MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Al Din.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Al Din strikes.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Al Din momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
Al Din misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a right hand to the body.
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr takes the fight into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, MacArthur Jnr creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Al Din working aggressively here.
MacArthur Jnr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Al Din backwards. #T3##BC#
Al Din's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Al Din takes a jab right on the kisser.
A chopping leg kick lands by Al Din.
MacArthur Jnr steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Al Din. That one must have hurt.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Al Din down with leg kicks.
Al Din misses with a looping left.
Al Din lands with a hook. MacArthur Jnr tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
MacArthur Jnr takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A jab from Al Din misses.
MacArthur Jnr thinks about the counter body kick.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr keeps Al Din at a distance using the push kick.
MacArthur Jnr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Al Din throws a push kick but MacArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr moves into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Al Din backwards. #BC#
Al Din breaks the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Al Din.
Al Din chopping away at his opponent's legs.
MacArthur Jnr feints and then cracks Al Din's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Al Din down.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Al Din's hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Al Din.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
Al Din will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick.
Al Din is looking to slow MacArthur Jnr down with leg kicks.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Din moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
Al Din lands a front kick.
Al Din lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Al Din.
A low kick from Al Din misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body kick.
Al Din takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice shot by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Al Din throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
and Al Din counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr lands a really nice looking cross but Al Din seems unphased.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Al Din throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Al Din's ribcage but misses. #KD2#
MacArthur Jnr lands a big head kick that sends Al Din tumbling to the mat! MacArthur Jnr takes a step backwards and waves Al Din back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Al Din is rocked!#CUT2#
Badr Al Din's cut is getting worse.
Nice body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Oh Al Din is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Al Din misses with a lunging right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
An out of breath Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
GAMMA#809 Fungus v Tsuruta
Date: Feb 01, 2020 |
#R1#
Lõhmus throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr thows a body kick. Lõhmus tries to catch it but that hurt him.
MacArthur Jnr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lõhmus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lõhmus.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the head kick by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus looks like he wants to counter punch here.
MacArthur Jnr tests Lõhmus's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lõhmus circles away quickly and effectively.
Lõhmus replies with a solid counter kick to the body but MacArthur Jnr blocks it well.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lõhmus looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
As Lõhmus backs away, MacArthur Jnr returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a leg kick but Lõhmus saw it coming and moves away.
Lõhmus looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lõhmus has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A leg kick checked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to counter by clinching up but Lõhmus breaks away and moves out of range.
Nice body kick there by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
MacArthur Jnr throws a poor cross that misses
and Lõhmus counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lõhmus throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
Lõhmus throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Lõhmus scores with a spinning back kick!#T2#
Lõhmus fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lõhmus misses the jab.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A low kick from Lõhmus misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body kick.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his shin into the meat of Lõhmus's side.#T3#
Lõhmus misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter the offense by Lõhmus and move into the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus slips under a jab.
Lõhmus is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Lõhmus checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lõhmus. Lõhmus circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lõhmus thuds his shin into the meat of MacArthur Jnr's side.
Lõhmus takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lõhmus! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
Lõhmus doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lõhmus walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T4#
Lõhmus takes a body punch but keeps moving.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Lõhmus avoids the punch easily.
Lõhmus throws a good cross that connects.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr tries a low kick but Lõhmus avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Lõhmus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lõhmus throws a sloppy body shot
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Lõhmus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Lõhmus connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between MacArthur Jnr's hands.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus throws a sloppy head kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lõhmus lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts.
Lõhmus ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus throws out a counter right but MacArthur Jnr avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses
and Lõhmus counters with a stiff right hand.
Lõhmus misses with a head kick.
#T1#
Lõhmus throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lõhmus looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Lõhmus with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lõhmus scores with a head kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Lõhmus in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Lõhmus throws a push kick but MacArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lõhmus on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lõhmus takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lõhmus misses with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lõhmus just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shot to the body.
Lõhmus throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a thumping low kick. #T3#
Lõhmus moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lõhmus misses with a straight right.
A big left from Lõhmus misses.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lõhmus throws the kick towards the body but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lõhmus swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Lõhmus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lõhmus.
Lõhmus blocks a jab.#CL#
MacArthur Jnr darts in and clinches Lõhmus up against the cage.
Lõhmus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lõhmus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacArthur Jnr's elbow.
Nice body punch from Lõhmus - that landed with a thud.
MacArthur Jnr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
MacArthur Jnr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Lõhmus breaks from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr tries to clinch up.
A countering left hand to the body from Lõhmus misses.
Lõhmus fails to land with a series of punches.
MacArthur Jnr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's time! MacArthur Jnr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
and Lõhmus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lõhmus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Lõhmus.
A big left from Lõhmus misses.
Lõhmus throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lõhmus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lõhmus makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lõhmus.#T1#
A head kick misses from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Lõhmus avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lõhmus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
Lõhmus moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
Lõhmus connects with the punch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a solid leg kick but Lõhmus takes the impact on his shin and smiles at MacArthur Jnr.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lõhmus! But no joy.#T2#
A slow jab from Lõhmus misses its intended target.
Lõhmus throws a head kick that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lõhmus counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A head kick misses from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lõhmus's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lõhmus doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr lands with an overhand left.#T3#
Lõhmus checks a leg kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! MacArthur Jnr crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Lõhmus - the referee stops the clock and MacArthur Jnr gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Lõhmus. MacArthur Jnr manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Lõhmus lands a nice looking body shot.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Lõhmus slips the punch.
Lõhmus drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lõhmus drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Joosep Lõhmus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Lõhmus steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Good standup being displayed there by MacArthur Jnr as he connects with a hook.
Lõhmus just misses with a punch to the body.
Lõhmus looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a kick to the ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr throws a poor cross that misses
and Lõhmus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lõhmus on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well MacArthur Jnr 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
GAMMA#804 Conservative v Spike
Date: Dec 28, 2019 |
#R1#
The fighters circling - Sokolov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sokolov.
Sokolov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
Sokolov misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sokolov misses with a lunging right hand
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking body kick.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Sokolov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Sokolov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sokolov missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an overhand left.#CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Sokolov has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy right hand. Sokolov should have avoided that one.
MacArthur Jnr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sokolov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr lands a really nice looking cross but Sokolov seems unphased.
Sokolov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sokolov shoots and misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a huge left! Sokolov is in big trouble! He's backing up but MacArthur Jnr isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Sokolov from any more damage. A dominating finish by MacArthur Jnr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
A victorious Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
GAMMA#800 Conservative v Steel
Date: Nov 30, 2019 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Slider walks into a jab.
Slider misses with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Slider.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Slider doesn't seem bothered though.
Slider scores with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Slider checks it.
Slider appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Slider ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
We've been told by MacArthur Jnr's head coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A leg kick checked by MacArthur Jnr.
Slider tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL2#
Slider rushes MacArthur Jnr and presses him up against the cage.
Slider told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Slider lands a right hand.
Slider's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Slider controls his hands.
Slider lands with a left to the head.
A shot in the inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short shot to the head.
Slider pushes MacArthur Jnr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short right from Slider on the inside.
A body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr.
Slider struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Slider's elbow.
Slider's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Slider tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Slider tries a body shot but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook that snaps the head of Slider backwards.
Slider misses with a punch to the body.
Slider lands a right hand that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
Slider trying to land knees to the body.
MacArthur Jnr working hard to break the clinch.
Slider doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Slider tries to land a knee to the head but MacArthur Jnr blocks with his arms.
MacArthur Jnr blocks an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook that snaps the head of Slider backwards.
Slider lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#BC#
MacArthur Jnr manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Slider has taken the fight to the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Slider has him pressed against the cage.
Slider works on MacArthur Jnr's body with a couple of short punches.
Slider keeps the fight in the clinch, despite MacArthur Jnr's efforts to push away.
Slider struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
#T2#
A head punch on the inside from MacArthur Jnr fails to land.
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!
Slider with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
MacArthur Jnr tries to break free but Slider pushes him back against the cage.
Slider managing to block the knees to the body from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Slider avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
Slider swings wildly with an uppercut but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Slider blocks an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body.
Slider working aggressively here.
Slider lands a left hand.
Slider misses with some punches.
Slider misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Slider fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Slider avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
Slider scores with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to force a seperation but Slider has the dominant position.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Slider obliges.#BC#
MacArthur Jnr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Slider tries to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr circles away and keeps his distance.
MacArthur Jnr feinted there with a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr dips to his left and cracks Slider with an uppercut!
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the body shot from Slider.
MacArthur Jnr feinted there with a counter leg kick.
An inside leg kick from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a kick to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
Slider needs to keep his hands up - MacArthur Jnr had a free shot at his head there.
Slider throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his shin into the meat of Slider's side.#T4#
Slider throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Slider does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Slider.
A shot to the liver by Slider. Beautiful body shot.
Slider walks into a left hand.
MacArthur Jnr falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Slider to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Slider rushes MacArthur Jnr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Slider.
Slider misses with a punch to the body.
Slider looking to throw knees to the head but MacArthur Jnr is blocking nicely.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch on the inside from Slider fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sliders head.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Slider avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC#
MacArthur Jnr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Slider misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr sizes up Slider with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jab by MacArthur Jnr.
Slider tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. MacArthur Jnr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
MacArthur Jnr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Slider throws a body shot but no joy.
Slider throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the head.
Slider throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moved away.
Slider is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slider tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Slider.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a body kick but Slider moved away.#CL#
Slider tries to keep at a distance but MacArthur Jnr has taken the fight into the clinch.
Slider misses with a punch on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr blocking some punches.
#T1#
Slider tries to land knees in the clinch but MacArthur Jnr avoids the damage to the body.
MacArthur Jnr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Slider has MacArthur Jnr pressed against the cage, preventing MacArthur Jnr from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Slider swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Slider can't find room to land a body shot as MacArthur Jnr controls the action.
A nice right hand lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
Slider swings wildly with an uppercut but MacArthur Jnr uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Jnr wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Slider.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a left to the head.
Slider pushes MacArthur Jnr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Slider avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shoulder strike.
Slider lands a nice shot to the body.
Slider misses with some punches.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Slider avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
Slider lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Slider lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Slider tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Slider.
Slider throws a body shot but no joy.
As Slider backs away, MacArthur Jnr returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Slider pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range and Slider settles back down.
Slider takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Slider swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Slider misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
Slider scores with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick from Slider.
Slider fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Slider throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Slider's shoulder, as Slider tries to avoid the shot.
A low kick from Slider misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Slider blocks it.
Slider throws a low kick but it's checked well by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Slider throws a nice outside leg kick. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Slider moves out of range.
Slider misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Slider swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Slider throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Slider lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.
MacArthur Jnr pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Slider back to the cage. MacArthur Jnr follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Slider is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr jabs Slider right on the nose. Slider blinks but takes it well.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacArthur Jnr lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Slider has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Slider and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Slider strikes.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Slider on the side of the head.
Slider uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Slider.
MacArthur Jnr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Slider under the eye.
Slider walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. MacArthur Jnr checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Slider moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Slider.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Slider has time to react.
Slider throws a low kick, looking for MacArthur Jnr's leg but MacArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range.
A jab from Slider finds it's way through MacArthur Jnr's defenses.
MacArthur Jnr tries a head kick but it misses.
Slider moves out of range of the body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Slider. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Slider looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Slider lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and MacArthur Jnr has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from MacArthur Jnr and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Slider is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down MacArthur Jnr rather than just go for the knockout.
A kick lands to the mid section there for MacArthur Jnr.
Nice straight punches there by MacArthur Jnr. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
Slider moves forwards but MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice, crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Slider moves out of range.
#CL2#
Slider gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Slider can't find room to land a body shot as MacArthur Jnr controls the action.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr.
Slider misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slider lands a right hand that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
Slider tries a body shot but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
Slider works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Slider blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Slider tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Slider lands a hook that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards. #T1#
Slider tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
Slider has a couple of punches blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
#BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr lets loose with a powerful body kick. Slider will feel that in the morning.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Slider fails in his attempt to clinch.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Slider misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot.
Slider tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Slider missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Slider just manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Slider moves out of range.
Slider throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
#T2#
Slider just misses with a punch to the body.
Slider misses the body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Slider keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Slider if he has to take too many more of those.
Slider fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Slider misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Slider manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and connects with a jab.
Slider throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick that knocks Slider off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Slider connects with a jab.
Slider throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Slider.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T3#
Slider moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr strikes.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Slider has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Slider moves out of range easily.
Slider misses with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Slider jabs MacArthur Jnr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Slider lands with a right hand.
Slider throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Slider on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Slider tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Slider.
MacArthur Jnr tried to counter with a leg kick but Slider avoided it.
Slider throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Slider throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Slider doesn't manage to clinch there - MacArthur Jnr circles away.
Slider has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacArthur Jnr.
Slider lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
MacArthur Jnr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Slider was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
Slider lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circling - Slider throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a jab, cross combination.
Slider looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
Slider misses with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Slider ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Slider's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Slider.
Slider lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
MacArthur Jnr manages to break the clinch.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr does it's job there.
Lolipo Slider has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Slider throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for MacArthur Jnr, 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
GAMMA#795 Curry v Closet
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dassler tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but MacArthur Jnr swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Dassler has MacArthur Jnr up against the cage in a clinch.
MacArthur Jnr presses Dassler against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Dassler changes levels and goes for a takedown here. MacArthur Jnr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
MacArthur Jnr throws a right and a left that both miss.
MacArthur Jnr slaps away a takedown attempt from Dassler, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've been told by MacArthur Jnr's head coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudi Dassler.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
It seemed like Dassler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dassler shoots in but no luck this time. #T1#
Dassler shoots and misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like Rudi Dassler has been cut.
Dassler blocks the body kick.
Dassler tries to counter with a clinch but MacArthur Jnr shakes him off and moves away.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Dassler saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hook to the body.
Dassler looks to clinch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dassler's knee momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dassler.
Dassler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Dassler drops down looking to force a counter takedown but MacArthur Jnr defends it well.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
Dassler is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dassler darts in looking for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr gets double underhooks and turns Dassler into the cage. #T2#
Dassler darts in looking for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr gets double underhooks and turns Dassler into the cage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dassler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dassler.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dassler.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dassler or perhaps it was just good defense by MacArthur Jnr, which made it look bad.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dassler looks for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr sprawls well.#T3##CL#
MacArthur Jnr has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dassler blocks a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
#BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dassler looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? MacArthur Jnr is fending him off so far but Dassler persists. Nope, MacArthur Jnr circles away and we're back to standing.
A lazy left from MacArthur Jnr finds it's target.
Dassler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from MacArthur Jnr.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dassler! But no joy.
Dassler shoots for a double leg takedown but MacArthur Jnr sprawls well. He's pushed Dassler's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Dassler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr obviously looking to wear him down.
MacArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dassler is out of range and MacArthur Jnr settles back down. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
Dassler stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dassler was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
Dassler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr avoids it really well and circles away.
Dassler shoots in for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dassler.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rudi Dassler's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dassler takes one to the side of the head.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr is predictable there #TD2#
so Dassler counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
MacArthur Jnr pulls Dassler in to control the position.
MacArthur Jnr knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dassler on the ground.
Dassler throwing strikes from guard but MacArthur Jnr blocks nicely.
Dassler throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler connects with a couple of short punches.
Dassler throws a strike but MacArthur Jnr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
MacArthur Jnr sitting in guard, not really doing much.
MacArthur Jnr slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T1#
Dassler regains half guard.
MacArthur Jnr prevents Dassler from improving his position.#SUB2#
Dassler looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Dassler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
MacArthur Jnr tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Dassler.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to control the action in half guard but Dassler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dassler tries to get to full guard but MacArthur Jnr has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Dassler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
MacArthur Jnr controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Dassler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dassler wants to improve his position but MacArthur Jnr is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Dassler looking for submissions off his back.
Dassler is trying to get back to full guard.
Dassler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of MacArthur Jnr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take MacArthur Jnr's back!#SUB2#
MacArthur Jnr preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dassler. #SUB2#
Dassler is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to break free.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
MacArthur Jnr tries to get to full guard but Dassler has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Dassler is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dassler throwing shots but MacArthur Jnr is blocking nicely.
MacArthur Jnr is looking for a sweep. Dassler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rudi Dassler has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dassler missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
MacArthur Jnr has his hands clasped together around Dassler's back. He's all about the action.#SUB2#
Dassler is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, MacArthur Jnr has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
Dassler throwing shots but MacArthur Jnr is blocking nicely.
MacArthur Jnr tries to roll over but Dassler keeps him under control.
MacArthur Jnr manages to get to full guard.
MacArthur Jnr keeping full guard, as Dassler tries to pass.
MacArthur Jnr preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dassler stands and throws MacArthur Jnr's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Dassler looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rudi Dassler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Rudi Dassler's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Dassler shoots for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Dassler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dassler avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick, looking for Dassler's leg but Dassler calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice looking combination but Dassler bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dassler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr avoids it really well and circles away.
It appears MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter with a kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Robert MacArthur Jnr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rudi Dassler.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from MacArthur Jnr. No joy for Dassler on that attempt. #TD2#
Dassler shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
MacArthur Jnr keeping hold of Dassler's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Dassler is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dassler throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
MacArthur Jnr desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Dassler wants to work for an arm triangle but MacArthur Jnr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr wants to get back to full guard.
Dassler tries to pass to full mount but MacArthur Jnr defends it.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to control but can't.
MacArthur Jnr keeping hold of Dassler's head, controlling as best he can.
Dassler with the ground and pound but MacArthur Jnr uses the opportunity to regain guard.
MacArthur Jnr has control of Dassler's left arm, preventing Dassler from doing any damage.
Dassler wants to pass the guard but MacArthur Jnr is keeping the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dassler accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
MacArthur Jnr trying to keep a closed guard but Dassler is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Dassler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. MacArthur Jnr is keeping the position for now.
Dassler in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dassler throws a big elbow that misses.
Dassler wants to pass the guard but MacArthur Jnr is keeping the position.
Dassler postures up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
MacArthur Jnr fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dassler wants to counter the offense by MacArthur Jnr and move into the clinch position.#TD2#
Dassler shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Dassler was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Dassler tries for a kimura but MacArthur Jnr is defending well. #SUB2#
Dassler goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, MacArthur Jnr rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dassler's guard! Nice work there by MacArthur Jnr!
Dassler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Dassler has his foot on MacArthur Jnr's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. MacArthur Jnr works his way back into a safe position though.
Dassler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as MacArthur Jnr controls the pace.#SUB2#
Dassler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacArthur Jnr defends well.
MacArthur Jnr looking to pass the guard.
MacArthur Jnr trying to control the position from guard on top but Dassler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacArthur Jnr slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Dassler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Robert MacArthur Jnr.
I think MacArthur Jnr has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
GAMMA#791 Jernit v Ricard
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
Nicu thuds his shin into the meat of MacArthur Jnr's side.
MacArthur Jnr throws a right and a left that Nicu avoids nicely.
MacArthur Jnr lands a two punch combo.
#CUT#
It looks like Iosue Nicu has been cut.
Nicu throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and MacArthur Jnr counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Nicu misses with some punches.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicu controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nicu misses with some punches.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Nicu avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nicu looking to slow down the pace here.
MacArthur Jnr throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Nicu blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2#
Nicu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A telegraphed right hand from Nicu misses the target. #T1#
Nicu misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Nicu just manages to avoid it.
Nicu misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CUT2#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Nicu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little feinted left hand from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr takes a kick to the side of the head.
Nicu throws a poor cross that misses
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a series of wild punches.
Nicu throws a right hand that misses
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A punch lands to the side of Nicu 's head but he takes it in his stride.
MacArthur Jnr looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
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 circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nicu scores with a push kick.
Nicu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts MacArthur Jnr, as that shot connected.
#ROC#
Nicu is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Iosue Nicu's cut even more.
Nicu throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nicu is still on wobbly legs! Can MacArthur Jnr finish him?
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nicu. That did some damage!
Nicu tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nicu throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
Nicu seems to have recovered his senses.#T3#
An inside leg kick lands from MacArthur Jnr.
Nicu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Nicu scores with a jab to the body.
Nicu checks a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Nicu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the body.
Nicu takes a jab right on the kisser.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nicu.
Nicu misses with a right hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Nicu's ribcage but misses.
Nicu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
The cut above Iosue Nicu's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T4#
Nicu lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a front kick aimed at Nicu's knee but Nicu avoids it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nicu throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Nicu scores with a nice strike.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Nicu moves out of range easily.
Nicu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from MacArthur Jnr with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands the left hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body
and Nicu counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicu.#KD#
MacArthur Jnr lands a big right hand that sends Nicu crashing to the mat! MacArthur Jnr stays standing though and waves Nicu back to his feet!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr drops his hands momentarily and Nicu takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nicu throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
MacArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Nicu in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Nicu throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nicu wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nicu scores with a jab.
Nicu ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
Nicu misses with a body kick.#T1#
Nicu pushes MacArthur Jnr away with a front kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
Nicu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nicu moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
The fighters circling - Nicu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but Nicu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#KD2#
Nicu cracks MacArthur Jnr with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! MacArthur Jnr looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Nicu finish him?
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!
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
BOOM! Nicu lands a beautiful left hook that drops MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr tries to recover but Nicu is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and MacArthur Jnr lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Iosue Nicu!
Iosue Nicu seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
GAMMA#788 Ricard v Kane
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Cole checks a leg kick nicely.
Cole tries to counter with a takedown but MacArthur Jnr is quick to defend against it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cole.
We've been informed that MacArthur Jnr has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A kick lands to the mid section there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Cole tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Cole.
Jab from Cole.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cole shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as MacArthur Jnr sprawls well. MacArthur Jnr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Cole gets slowly back to his feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Cole.#T1#
Cole ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
A little jabbing left from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've been told by Cole's head coaches at Brotherhood MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Cole rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cole throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Cole closes the distance and clinches up with MacArthur Jnr, looking for a takedown. Cole pushes MacArthur Jnr against the cage but MacArthur Jnr circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Cole. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A good leg kick by Cole.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Cole in the body.
Cole tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. MacArthur Jnr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Cole misses with a wild body shot.
Cole misses with a jab, cross combination.
MacArthur Jnr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#CUT2#
It looks like Michael Cole has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a head kick.
Cole shoots for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cole doesn't seem bothered though.
Michael Cole seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as Cole loads up on a big left hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Cole avoids it with no problem.
MacArthur Jnr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Cole's calf.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cole misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Cole just misses with a punch to the body.
Cole shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has MacArthur Jnr pinned against the cage. MacArthur Jnr gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Cole takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T3#
Cole throws a right and a left that MacArthur Jnr avoids nicely.
MacArthur Jnr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cole tries to clinch but MacArthur Jnr moves away #KD2#
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp right hand that drops Cole! MacArthur Jnr lets Cole back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#
Cole is rocked!
Cole misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
letting Cole counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cole moves away from the strike by MacArthur Jnr.
Cole tries for a takedown but MacArthur Jnr circles away easily
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Cole is able to avoid easily.#T4#
Cole's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Cole duly obliges. #TD#
MacArthur Jnr gets caught flat footed, as Cole shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacArthur Jnr pulls Cole in to control the position.
Cole might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Cole loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
MacArthur Jnr seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Cole lands a couple of decent looking shots.
MacArthur Jnr controlling the position.
MacArthur Jnr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
MacArthur Jnr has control of Cole's left arm, preventing Cole from doing any damage.
Cole trying to control but MacArthur Jnr is working from the bottom.
MacArthur Jnr seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michael Cole's cut.
That's time! Cole's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cole manages to avoid it.
Cole is looking to counter punch.
Cole misses with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and Cole counters with a shoot takedown. MacArthur Jnr fights it but they end up in guard.
MacArthur Jnr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cole postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
MacArthur Jnr has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Cole throwing strikes from guard but MacArthur Jnr blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as MacArthur Jnr holds on and takes a little breather.
Cole chips away with some ground and pound.
Cole working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head.#T1#
Cole cracks MacArthur Jnr with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
MacArthur Jnr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
MacArthur Jnr working a defensive guard but Cole manages to pass into side control anyway.
Cole scoring with punches from side control.
MacArthur Jnr wants to control but Cole postures up.
Cole lands an elbow.
MacArthur Jnr manages to work his way to half guard, despite Cole's best efforts.
Cole throwing shots but MacArthur Jnr is blocking nicely.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Cole scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB2#
MacArthur Jnr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cole pulls his head out easily.
MacArthur Jnr tries to get to full guard but Cole has control of the leg. #T2#
Cole throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Cole scores with a couple of nice shots.
Cole throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Cole 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.
Cole not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
MacArthur Jnr is concentrating on defense, preventing Cole from advancing position.
Cole looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Cole throwing shots but MacArthur Jnr is blocking nicely.
MacArthur Jnr gets back to full guard.
MacArthur Jnr seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Cole trying to control the position from guard on top but MacArthur Jnr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Cole manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
MacArthur Jnr showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cole pulls MacArthur Jnr in close to his closed guard and prevents MacArthur Jnr from doing any damage or advancing position.
Cole looking to hit a scissor sweep but MacArthur Jnr is one step ahead there.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Cole holds on and takes a little breather. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Cole preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Cole wants to sweep but no luck.
MacArthur Jnr is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cole misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
Cole misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cole swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Cole takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Cole dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Michael Cole's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Cole takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cole.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
Cole fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacArthur Jnr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Cole.
Cole lands a lovely overhand right.
MacArthur Jnr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cole throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Cole bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
MacArthur Jnr can't do much from the bottom here.
MacArthur Jnr really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Cole. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cole working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T1#
Cole scoring with punches and elbows.
MacArthur Jnr can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cole lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Cole working the ground and pound.
Cole in side control lands a decent elbow.
Cole lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Cole is looking to take a break and control but MacArthur Jnr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
MacArthur Jnr is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Cole cracks MacArthur Jnr with an elbow. That is naaassty.
MacArthur Jnr is looking for a sweep.
I wouldn't like to be where MacArthur Jnr is right now.
You can see the frustration on MacArthur Jnr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Cole trying to control the position but MacArthur Jnr is working away.
You can see the frustration on MacArthur Jnr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Cole working the head and body with strikes.
Cole working the ground and pound from side control.#ROC#
MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr wants to control but Cole postures up.
MacArthur Jnr is still in real trouble! Can Cole finish him?
Check out the look on Cole's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
MacArthur Jnr tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Cole presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
MacArthur Jnr is trying to escape the mount.
Cole postures up and throws a massive shot that knocks MacArthur Jnr out cold! Two more strikes to his unconscious opponent for good luck and this one is all over! Cole goes absolutely crazy with his corner! Wow, you can see how much that win means to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Michael Cole!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Michael Cole waved his t-shirt featuring Urban Fighter's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
GAMMA#785 Verbeek v Ricard
Date: Aug 17, 2019 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr throwing a counter right hand but Andersson manages to avoid it.
Andersson misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Andersson.
That kick from MacArthur Jnr tenderised Andersson's leg. Andersson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Andersson throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with an inside leg kick.
Andersson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Andersson connects with a good right hand that stumbles MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Andersson lands with an uppercut that bounces MacArthur Jnr off the cage and back into range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from MacArthur Jnr - that will leave a mark!
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Andersson in the body.
Andersson looks winded!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andersson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T1##KD#
MacArthur Jnr feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Andersson sprawling to the canvas! Andersson rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can MacArthur Jnr finish him?!
#ROC#
Andersson is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr and Andersson are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Andersson into next week! Ooooh that was huge! MacArthur Jnr knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
GC 304
Date: Jul 13, 2019 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick.
Crawford shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Crawford scores with a nice head shot.
Crawford misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick.
Crawford throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Crawford on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Crawford thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on MacArthur Jnr if he has to take too many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Crawford.
Crawford lands a slapping body shot.
Crawford throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Crawford thinking.
Crawford dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacArthur Jnr. That did some damage!
Crawford misses with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses the jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Crawford misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Crawford with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Crawford.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice body punch. #T1#
Crawford bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Crawford slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a low kick nicely.
Crawford throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick from Crawford.
Crawford looks to score with a jab to the body but MacArthur Jnr is just out of range.
MacArthur Jnr half committed to a counter leg kick.
Crawford misses with a right hand
and Crawford takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A leg kick checked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Crawford throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moved away.
Crawford jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Crawford pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Crawford throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
Crawford sizes up MacArthur Jnr with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Crawford blocks a jab.#T2#
Crawford throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Crawford misses with a kick to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An inside leg kick lands from Crawford.
Crawford listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Crawford avoids the punch easily.
Crawford connects with a high kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Crawford.
Crawford only half commits to the counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Crawford.
Crawford comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Crawford does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Some wild striking there from Crawford.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Nice uppercut there from MacArthur Jnr.#T3#
Crawford throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to score with low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Good standup being displayed there by Crawford as he connects with a hook.
Crawford works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
A nice leg kick lands there from Crawford.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Crawford with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Crawford throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
An inside leg kick lands from Crawford.
Crawford cracks MacArthur Jnr with a good jab.
Crawford scores with a hook to the body. MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Crawford connects with a leg kick. MacArthur Jnr looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Crawford takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
A counter left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses its target.
An inside leg kick lands from Crawford.
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!
Crawford slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Crawford dips to his left and cracks MacArthur Jnr with an uppercut!
Crawford pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
Crawford misses with a body shot.
Crawford misses with a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Crawford is looking to slow MacArthur Jnr down with leg kicks.
MacArthur Jnr feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Crawfords jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Crawford steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Crawford throws a good cross that connects.
Crawford gets cracked there but stands up to it.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Crawford moves out of range.
Crawford throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a low kick, right behind Crawford 's knee.
MacArthur Jnr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a low kick nicely.
Crawford lands a high kick!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Crawford thows a left - swing and a miss!
Crawford throws a front kick aimed at MacArthur Jnr's knee but MacArthur Jnr avoids it well.
Crawford with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jay Crawford dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Crawford connects with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Crawford checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a left hand but Crawford moved out of range nicely.
Crawford throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
Crawford throws a push kick but MacArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Crawford takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Crawford thuds his shin into the meat of MacArthur Jnr's side.
Crawford misses with a kick to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Crawford.
Crawford throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crawford throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Crawford blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a straight right hand from Crawford.
Crawford has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Crawford checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
MacArthur Jnr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
MacArthur Jnr showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Crawford.
MacArthur Jnr feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T1#
Crawford scores with a jab to the head.
Jay Crawford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crawford lands a nice hook to MacArthur Jnr's body. MacArthur Jnr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr blocks the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the head kick by Crawford.
A solid leg kick lands there for Crawford.
Jay Crawford seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Crawford throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr throwing a counter right hand but Crawford manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Crawford.
An inside leg kick lands from Crawford.
Crawford displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Crawford looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Crawford lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Crawford misses with a straight right.
A big right from Crawford misses.
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Crawford.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
Crawford swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Crawford throws a lazy body kick
and Crawford takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat.
Crawford misses the body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with an outside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Crawford is looking to score with low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Crawford just manages to avoid it.
Crawford avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Crawford throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Crawford throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Crawford lands an overhand right.
Crawford fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Crawford swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Crawford throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range. #T3#
A bone on bone clash there as Crawford blocks the leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Crawford.
Crawford pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A thudding body kick lands there by Crawford!
Crawford looks for the body kick but MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
MacArthur Jnr takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
Crawford throws a wild body kick that MacArthur Jnr sees coming a mile off.
A little feinted left hand from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Crawford scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Crawford scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice strike.
Decent striking displayed by Crawford there.
Crawford connects with a leg kick. MacArthur Jnr looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Crawford chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether MacArthur Jnr might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Crawford tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Crawford.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. Crawford looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Crawford takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Crawford moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Crawford.
Crawford looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
Crawford swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Crawford misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Crawford swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Crawford thumps MacArthur Jnr with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacArthur Jnr walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Crawford takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Crawford connects with a single shot there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jay Crawford showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Crawford misses with a kick to the body
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good, hard body kick but Crawford shrugs it off.
Crawford scores with a leg kick.
Crawford scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Crawford throws an off balance right hand
and Crawford takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Crawford scores with a decent looking hook.
A low kick from Crawford misses
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand. #ROC#
Crawford is rocked!
Crawford misses with a head kick.
Crawford throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Crawford avoids the body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Crawford. Crawford obviously looking to wear him down.
MacArthur Jnr will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
MacArthur Jnr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Crawford to score with a decent uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Crawford throws a half hearted mid kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! MacArthur Jnr crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Crawford - the referee stops the clock and MacArthur Jnr gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Crawford. MacArthur Jnr manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Crawford misses with an uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.#T1#
Crawford dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacArthur Jnr. That did some damage!
MacArthur Jnr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Crawford is still on wobbly legs! Can MacArthur Jnr finish him?
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by Crawford.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that misses.
Crawford seems to have recovered his senses.
Crawford thumps MacArthur Jnr with a low kick.
Crawford misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body kick.
Crawford takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Crawford's ribcage but misses.
And Crawford responds with a good body kick, but MacArthur Jnr manages to step out the way in time.#CL#
MacArthur Jnr closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC2#
Crawford manages to break the clinch.
Crawford fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Crawford bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Crawford throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Crawford lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.#KD#
MacArthur Jnr lands a big head kick that sends Crawford tumbling to the mat! MacArthur Jnr takes a step backwards and waves Crawford back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Crawford scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a right hand that misses
and Crawford counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Crawford misses with a wild body shot.
Crawford connects with an inside leg kick.
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Crawford doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Crawford lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Crawford tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Crawford avoids it.#KD#
MacArthur Jnr cracks Crawford with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. MacArthur Jnr has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Crawford to stand back up!
MacArthur Jnr connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Crawford out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Robert MacArthur Jnr rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
GC 301
Date: Jun 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Dembele misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dembele throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CUT2#
It looks like Mousa Dembele has been cut.
Nice body kick there by MacArthur Jnr.
Mousa Dembele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dembele swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Jnr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Dembele with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
MacArthur Jnr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Dembele steps away.
Dembele throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL#
Dembele fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with MacArthur Jnr, pushing him back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Dembele with a nice body shot.
MacArthur Jnr gets through Dembele's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for MacArthur Jnr.
Dembele is breathing heavily.
Dembele takes a shot to the head. #ROC2#
Dembele is rocked!
MacArthur Jnr creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Dembele with a big uppercut! Dembele tries to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Dembele to the mat! Dembele covers up and MacArthur Jnr unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr is the new light heavyweight champion!
Robert MacArthur Jnr spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
GC 296
Date: May 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Akharraz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to Akharraz's midsection.
Akharraz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Akharraz throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a head kick by Akharraz.
Akharraz blocks a low kick nicely.
Osama Akharraz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akharraz tries to clinch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Akharraz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akharraz misses with a jab to the body
and Akharraz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Akharraz displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akharraz wants to clinch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat.
#T1#
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Akharraz moves into the clinch successfully.
MacArthur Jnr looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Akharraz blocks an uppercut.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr on the inside.
MacArthur Jnr digs a right hand underneath Akharraz's ribcage. Akharraz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Akharraz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, MacArthur Jnr just misses with a elbow thrown towards Akharraz's brow.
Akharraz has had enough of the clinch but MacArthur Jnr keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Akharraz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Akharraz gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! MacArthur Jnr gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
GC 281
Date: Mar 15, 2019 |
#R1#
An inside leg kick from Mercy misses.
Mercy is looking to chop away at MacArthur Jnr's legs.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Mercy.
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a left hand but Mercy moved out of range nicely.
Mercy misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses the jab.
Mercy checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. Mercy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr thows a body kick. Mercy tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Mercy buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mercy takes one to the side of the head.
That kick from Mercy tenderised MacArthur Jnr's leg. MacArthur Jnr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mercy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Mercy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a leg kick but Mercy saw it coming and moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mercy scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot
and Mercy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Mercy avoids it.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mercy has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mercy throws a leg kick
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mercy.
Mercy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr lands a slapping body shot.
Mercy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacArthur Jnr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mercy thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mercy blocks the body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Mercy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mercy bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps MacArthur Jnr's head backwards.#CUT2#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Mercy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A punch lands to the side of Mercy 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Mercy moves out of range easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Mercy moves out of range.
Mercy only half commits to the counter leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mercy checks a leg kick.
Mercy moves into range and connects with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mercy was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.#T2#
A cross from Mercy lands.
Mercy misses with a leg kick
letting MacArthur Jnr counter with a right hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mercy counters with a thumping low kick.
Mercy misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
Mercy motions for MacArthur Jnr to come forward. Mercy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A head kick misses from MacArthur Jnr.
Nice shot by Mercy.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Mercy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Mercy sees coming a mile off.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Mercy's ribcage but misses.
Mercy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mercy misses with a hook.
Mercy throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mercy misses with a leg kick. #T3#
Mercy cracks MacArthur Jnr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mercy throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
Mercy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a kick to the body.
Mercy misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mercy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mercy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mercy.
MacArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Mercy is out of range and MacArthur Jnr settles back down.
Mercy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick.#CL2#
Mercy moves into the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a punch but it's blocked by Mercy.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Mercy misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Mercy avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the cage. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Mercy blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Mercy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mercy tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Mercy on the inside.
We've been informed that Mercy has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Mercy scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Mercy fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
Mercy looks winded!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hand.
Mercy takes an elbow to the forehead.
Mercy misses with a punch on the inside.
Mercy is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch in the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#CL#
MacArthur Jnr gets a clinch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr has Mercy pushed against the cage.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
Mercy with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Mercy pushes MacArthur Jnr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
MacArthur Jnr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mercys head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
Mercy landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Mercy misses with a knee strike.
Mercy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mercy can't find room to land a body shot as MacArthur Jnr controls the action.
#T1#
Mercy tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mercy trying to land knees to the body.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mercy throws a punch but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
A head punch on the inside from MacArthur Jnr fails to land.
Mercy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mercy tries to land knees in the clinch but MacArthur Jnr avoids the damage to the body.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mercy with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mercy. #BC2#
Mercy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice strike.
Mercy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Mercy swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mercy throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mercy manages to avoid it.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mercy.
MacArthur Jnr keeps Mercy at a distance using the push kick.
Mercy misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from MacArthur Jnr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mercy misses with a head kick.
Mercy tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and MacArthur Jnr is able to avoid easily.
Mercy moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mercy throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mercy throws a body shot but no joy.
Mercy pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range and Mercy settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Mercy throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Mercy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mercy drops his hands momentarily and MacArthur Jnr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a front kick but Mercy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mercy checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3#
Mercy misses the jab.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
Mercy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a good cross that connects.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Mercy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
MacArthur Jnr lands a head shot.
Mercy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mercy connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a right hand.
Mercy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
Mercy is looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr is avoiding it.
MacArthur Jnr feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Mercy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick nicely.#T4#
Mercy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr looks for the body kick but Mercy saw that one coming.
Mercy scores with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mercy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
MacArthur Jnr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mercy's head backwards.
Mercy moves out of range of the body kick.
Mercy thinks about the counter body kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a chopping leg kick but Mercy manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mercy.
Mercy throws out a powerful jab.
Mercy lands a body shot.
Mercy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr obviously looking to wear him down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Mercy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mercy avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Mercy appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mercy throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mercy thumps MacArthur Jnr with a low kick.
Mercy cracks the inside of MacArthur Jnr's front leg.
MacArthur Jnr moves forwards but Mercy connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mercy lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a double jab.
MacArthur Jnr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mercy checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Mercy throws out a counter right but MacArthur Jnr avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mercy scoring well with a low kick there.
Mercy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Mercy tries to clinch but fails miserably
and MacArthur Jnr makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mercy darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mercy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mercy feints a counter leg kick.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr walks into a jab.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a leg kick.
Mercy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr lands a head shot.
Jab, jab by Mercy - just one landing.
MacArthur Jnr throws a sloppy head kick and Mercy moves out of range easily.
Mercy slips a straight right by MacArthur Jnr.
Mercy misses with a looping left.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow Mercy down.
MacArthur Jnr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a leg kick.
Mercy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Mercy throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mercy throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mercy missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Mercy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mercy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mercy.
Nice cross by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a straight right hand from Mercy.
Mercy takes one to the chin there.
MacArthur Jnr's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
MacArthur Jnr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr misses
and Mercy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Mercy avoids the punch easily.
Mercy flicks out a counter leg kick but MacArthur Jnr steps away.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mercy cracks MacArthur Jnr with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mercy throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moved away.
Mercy motions for MacArthur Jnr to come forward. Mercy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mercy.
MacArthur Jnr half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3#
A clash of legs there as Mercy blocks the low kick.
Mercy only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Mercy moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A leg kick checked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Mercy down with leg kicks.
Mercy misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A low kick from MacArthur Jnr misses
enabling Mercy to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Mercy scores with a nice head shot.#ROC2#
MacArthur Jnr is rocked!
An inside leg kick lands from Mercy.
Oh MacArthur Jnr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mercy circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops MacArthur Jnr to the canvas! MacArthur Jnr doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Mercy keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Waylon Mercy!
In his post fight interview, Waylon Mercy started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Openweight KT FINALS
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr cracks the inside of McRae's front leg.
McRae thumps MacArthur Jnr with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but McRae avoids it.
McRae throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that McRae sees coming a mile off.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McRae throws out the jab.
McRae takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
McRae is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
MacArthur Jnr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McRae was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
MacArthur Jnr throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McRae on the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
McRae misses the jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking body kick.
Jab, jab by MacArthur Jnr - just one landing.
McRae swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McRae throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
#T1#
McRae throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a push kick but McRae slaps the foot to one side.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
McRae misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by McRae.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the side of McRae's head but McRae sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It seemed like McRae was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McRae connects with a leg kick. MacArthur Jnr looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
McRae misses with a hook.
McRae avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but McRae avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
McRae connects with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat.
McRae pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range and McRae settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
#T2#
McRae throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr avoids them all with ease.
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!
McRae moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
Good standup being displayed there by MacArthur Jnr as he connects with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McRae lands with an overhand left.
MacArthur Jnr connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McRae takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
McRae looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by McRae.
Nice shot lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr thows a leg kick but McRae checks it
and McRae counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McRae connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed MacArthur Jnr momentarily.
A swing and a miss from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy right hand but McRae sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on McRae's shoulder, as McRae tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr thows a body kick. McRae tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T3#
McRae jabs MacArthur Jnr right on the nose. MacArthur Jnr blinks but takes it well.
McRae missing with a left hand there. MacArthur Jnr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McRae.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McRae.
The crowd cheers as MacArthur Jnr lands an impressive looking overhand right. McRae doesn't seem phased though.
MacArthur Jnr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McRae avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT2#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
McRae moves out of range of the leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. McRae was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McRae checks it well.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A nice side step and McRae releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
McRae moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McRae connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed MacArthur Jnr momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to score with low kicks.#T4#
A kick lands to the mid section there for MacArthur Jnr.
McRae scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem bothered though.
McRae throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
McRae throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck MacArthur Jnr on the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McRae with a nice cross.
MacArthur Jnr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A little jabbing left from McRae on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but McRae ducks down to avoid it.
McRae misses with an uppercut. MacArthur Jnr saw that one coming.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McRae throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McRae throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A slapping leg kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
The fighters circling - McRae throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but McRae moves out of range.
McRae ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McRae looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd cheers as McRae lands an impressive looking overhand right. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem phased though.
McRae throws a good cross that connects.
McRae fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
McRae chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
MacArthur Jnr throws a predictable looking body shot
and McRae cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McRae misses with a low kick.
As McRae backs away, MacArthur Jnr returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
McRae tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's front leg with a kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. McRae does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
McRae closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McRae. McRae obviously looking to wear him down.
McRae has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacArthur Jnr.#T1#
McRae misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
McRae misses with a straight left.
Good shot there by MacArthur Jnr.
McRae on the wrong end of a nice hook.
McRae misses with a hook
enabling MacArthur Jnr to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McRae misses with an uppercut.
McRae throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from MacArthur Jnr, right into the meat.
McRae takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that McRae sees coming a mile off.
McRae only half commits to the counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McRae's head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
McRae avoids a kick to the body.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr lands with an overhand left.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and connects with a jab.
McRae throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
MacArthur Jnr throws a front kick aimed at McRae's knee but McRae avoids it well.
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by McRae.
MacArthur Jnr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McRae looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McRae lands with a shot to the body.
McRae looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
MacArthur Jnr staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McRae thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McRae.
McRae blocks the body kick.
McRae throws a nice looking combination but MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McRae waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by McRae.
MacArthur Jnr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McRae on the wrong end of a nice jab.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
McRae is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McRae stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McRae looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
McRae scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
MacArthur Jnr jabs McRae right on the nose. McRae blinks but takes it well.
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow McRae down. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McRae.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the side of McRae's head but McRae sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McRae throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
McRae displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab.
McRae uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
McRae takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
McRae moves out of range of the body kick.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A swing and a miss from MacArthur Jnr.
McRae steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
McRae lands with an uppercut that bounces MacArthur Jnr off the ropes and back into range.
MacArthur Jnr defending well as McRae loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
letting McRae counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
McRae pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McRae has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacArthur Jnr.
McRae tests MacArthur Jnr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacArthur Jnr fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McRae on the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but McRae avoids it.
McRae takes a shot to the body in his stride.
MacArthur Jnr cracks the inside of McRae's front leg.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the head.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
A telegraphed right hand from McRae misses the target.
McRae's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McRae ducks right into an uppercut from MacArthur Jnr.
McRae takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a punch to the head.
MacArthur Jnr checks the leg kick nicely there.
McRae uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Some bone on bone action there as McRae checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T1#
McRae takes one on the chin but seems OK.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
Jab from MacArthur Jnr.
McRae tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McRae throws a right hand that MacArthur Jnr ducks under and follows up with a left that MacArthur Jnr also avoids with ease.
McRae just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McRae was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a decent looking hook.
A decent looking body kick lands there for McRae.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McRae.
McRae throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
MacArthur Jnr ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr cracks the inside of McRae's front leg.
Liam McRae has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McRae checks a leg kick.
McRae takes one to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr cracks McRae with a right hand to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a punch combination nicely.
McRae tries a head kick but it misses.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McRae can do to turn this around?
McRae falls off balance throwing a combination
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
McRae fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
McRae loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr missing with a left hand there. McRae was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A bone on bone clash there as McRae blocks the leg kick.
#T3#
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
McRae takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to McRae's midsection.
McRae moves forwards but MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McRae throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McRae misses with a low kick.
McRae avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McRae turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks McRae in the body.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from McRae.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy right hand. McRae should have avoided that one.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McRae has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but McRae ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
MacArthur Jnr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
McRae misses with a leg kick.
McRae throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses McRae's front leg but catches the back leg as McRae tries to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr cracks McRae with a right hand to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from McRae.
McRae scores with a jab to the jaw.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McRae throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Jnr moves away and avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
Good shot there by MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McRae gets cracked with a nice right hand there by MacArthur Jnr.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well MacArthur Jnr 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
An out of breath Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Openweight KT Round 3
Date: Oct 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Ukkeli tries to bum rush MacArthur Jnr with a series of wild strikes but MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow Ukkeli down.
Ukkeli tries a low kick but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut
and Ukkeli counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
#CL2#
Ukkeli moves into the clinch successfully.
Ukkeli tries to land knees in the clinch but MacArthur Jnr avoids the damage to the body.
MacArthur Jnr digs a right hand underneath Ukkeli's ribcage. Ukkeli let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MacArthur Jnr misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from MacArthur Jnr.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
Ukkeli gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ukkeli with a knee to the head.
#CUT2#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr lands a shoulder strike.
Ukkeli tries to land a knee to the head but MacArthur Jnr blocks with his arms.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Ukkeli controls his hands.
Ukkeli throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Ukkeli told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.#T1#
Ukkeli is trying to push MacArthur Jnr away but MacArthur Jnr has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand.
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head punch that misses.
Ukkeli with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ukkeli prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr. #BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
MacArthur Jnr throws a push kick but Ukkeli slaps the foot to one side.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Ukkeli looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot to the body.
A shot to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses #KD2#
and Ukkeli counters with a perfectly timed counter left hook that drops MacArthur Jnr to the mat, face first! Ukkeli goes to the neutral corner and waits for the referee to start the count. MacArthur Jnr is back to hise feet already though and looking to continue the bout! Exciting stuff!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ukkeli moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
Ukkeli counters with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Ukkeli connects with a crushing straight, right on the bridge of MacArthur Jnr's nose, sending him crumpling to the mat! That's really rocked MacArthur Jnr - is he going to beat the count??? 4,5,6,7,8,9.....10 - he's not made it - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Maximus Ukkeli!
Maximus Ukkeli seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Openweight KT Tourney, R2
Date: Oct 10, 2018 |
#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - MacArthur Jnr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Delaney keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr tries to close the distance and clinch but Delaney swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Delaney checks the leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a looping overhand right but Delaney ducks down to avoid it.
Delaney is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Delaney buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Delaney will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
James Delaney seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Delaney's head backwards.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick that misses.
Delaney looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Delaney has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick as Delaney jumps back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Delaney throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and moves out of range.
Delaney is looking to clinch.
Delaney uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney is looking to land body kicks.
MacArthur Jnr has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Nice shot lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot to the body.
Delaney takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
Jab, jab by MacArthur Jnr - just one landing.
Delaney tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Delaney looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Delaney's front leg but catches the back leg as Delaney tries to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a body shot that sends Delaney's belly button to the back.
Delaney lands the left hand.
Delaney tries to clinch there but MacArthur Jnr circles away.
Delaney backing away here, and MacArthur Jnr unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Delaney throws a big shot that misses.
Delaney looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Delaney fails in his attempt to clinch.
Delaney moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Delaney throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Delaney has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Delaney's shoulder, as Delaney tries to avoid the shot.
Delaney scores with a punch to the head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
MacArthur Jnr wants to land a leg kick but Delaney is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Delaney manages to avoid it.
Delaney works MacArthur Jnr's body with a nice hook.
Delaney drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Delaney's head.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Delaney.
MacArthur Jnr misses with the body kick
and Delaney counters with a stiff right hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Delaney.
Delaney jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice defenses there by Delaney.
Delaney attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A kick lands to the mid section there for MacArthur Jnr.#T3#
Delaney throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr avoids them all with ease.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Delaney's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
Delaney misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
MacArthur Jnr throws the left hand but Delaney avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Delaney throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body shot.
Delaney is breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick, looking for Delaney's leg but Delaney calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick nicely.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
#CL2#
MacArthur Jnr closes the distance and clinches.
Delaney is trying to push MacArthur Jnr away but MacArthur Jnr has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Delaney misses with some punches.
Delaney is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
MacArthur Jnr working aggressively here.
Delaney tries a body shot but MacArthur Jnr blocks it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
Delaney lands a nice uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Delaney just misses with a elbow thrown towards MacArthur Jnr's brow.
A short body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr as the two fighters clinch.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to stall.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr can't find room to land a body shot as Delaney controls the action.
A right hook to the body lands for MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
MacArthur Jnr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Delaney backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney takes a shot to the head.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Delaney checks it.
MacArthur Jnr lands a head shot.
MacArthur Jnr is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Delaney sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Delaney misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nice straight punches there by Delaney. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Delaney.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
MacArthur Jnr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Delaney chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fight stays on the outside here - MacArthur Jnr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Delaney on the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Delaney has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Delaney there as he acknowledges the shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr jabs Delaney right on the nose. Delaney blinks but takes it well.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a jab to the body but Delaney is just out of range.
Delaney looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice defenses there by Delaney.
Delaney tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
Delaney on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr obviously looking to wear him down.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a kick to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that half lands.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Delaney's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Delaney sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
Delaney throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MacArthur Jnr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Delaney was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
An attempted straight right counter from Delaney misses the target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight right.
Delaney thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick which misses Delaney's front leg but catches the back leg as Delaney tries to avoid it. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr slips under a jab from Delaney.
Delaney bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
MacArthur Jnr throws a punch but it's blocked by Delaney.
MacArthur Jnr lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney tries to break the clinch but MacArthur Jnr is controlling the position.
A shot in the inside from MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand.
Delaney tries to work over MacArthur Jnr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Delaney escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Delaney gets cracked with a nice right hand there by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr cracks the inside of Delaney's front leg. #T3#
Delaney tries a low kick but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a body shot that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Delaney takes one to the side of the head.
Delaney is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Delaney swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Delaney misses the jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
MacArthur Jnr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Delaney's ribcage but misses.
Delaney just misses with a punch to the body.
Delaney throws a low kick but it's checked well by MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Delaney takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
MacArthur Jnr lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T4#
A jab from Delaney misses.
Delaney keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr blocks a low kick nicely.
MacArthur Jnr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Delaney throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Delaney moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
An attempted straight right counter from Delaney misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a good cross that connects.
MacArthur Jnr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Delaney misses with a low kick as MacArthur Jnr jumps back.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Delaney moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't manage to clinch there - Delaney circles away.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Delaney moves away and avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Delaney looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr flicks out a counter leg kick but Delaney steps away.
Delaney has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from MacArthur Jnr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Delaney's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Delaney ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
A punch combination from Delaney misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Delaney sees it coming and checks it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a left hand into Delaney's body.
Delaney swinging wildly here.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
MacArthur Jnr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Delaney shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Delaney moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the body kick from Delaney.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a crisp jab. #CL2#
MacArthur Jnr closes the distance and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short uppercut from MacArthur Jnr. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Delaney is trying to break the clinch but MacArthur Jnr has him pressed against the ropes.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Delaney controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
Delaney makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
MacArthur Jnr misses with some punches.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Delaney avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the ropes.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with an uppercut but Delaney uses good head movement to avoid it.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
MacArthur Jnr is leaning against Delaney and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for MacArthur Jnr.
A body shot lands from MacArthur Jnr.
A quick uppercut on the inside from MacArthur Jnr.
James Delaney has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Delaney blocks a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Delaney controls his hands.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A shot in the inside from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2#
MacArthur Jnr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr works Delaney's body with a nice hook.
A left lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Delaney throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
Delaney on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Delaney with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T3#
Delaney stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney misses with a body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a slapping leg kick.
Delaney gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Delaney's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
MacArthur Jnr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good hook to Delaney's body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Delaney will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Delaney takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A slapping leg kick lands for MacArthur Jnr.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Delaney fails in his attempt to clinch.
Delaney takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
Delaney tries to move into range but MacArthur Jnr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the head.
MacArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Delaney's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Delaney misses with a few strikes there.
MacArthur Jnr tests Delaney's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Delaney takes a shot to the body in his stride.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a powerful jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Delaney tries to clinch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Delaney's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Delaney looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Delaney tries to bum rush MacArthur Jnr with a series of wild strikes but MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
MacArthur Jnr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well MacArthur Jnr has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 26:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 26:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
James Delaney spoke after the fight, saying 'YOU WIN OR YOU LEARN.'.
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Event:
Openweight KT Tournament, R1
Date: Sep 26, 2018 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
enabling La Croix to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr catches La Croix with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
La Croix slips under a jab from MacArthur Jnr.
La Croix misses with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but La Croix moves away.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps La Croix's head backwards.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut
#KD#
and La Croix counters with a lead uppercut that lands right on the button! MacArthur Jnr goes down! Will MacArthur Jnr beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's up! No problem. Let's get back to the action!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
La Croix lands with a thumping leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
La Croix swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but La Croix moves away.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and La Croix counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks MacArthur Jnr out cold! What a finish! La Croix is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nero La Croix!
Nero La Croix decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Robert MacArthur Jnr was interviewed post fight and said 'She shouldn't even be able to fight. These transgender rules fucking suck!! Fuck you La Croix and fuck you UFC.....and fuck you Mike!'.
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Event:
K-1 37 Durand vs Bobby
Date: Jul 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Young swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses the jab.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Young.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to clinch.
A jab from Young misses.
Young swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Young blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a punch to the head.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Young.
A swing and a miss from Young.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Young swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Young listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice leg kick lands there from Young.
Young cracks a nice hook into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
A jab from MacArthur Jnr does it's job there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Young misses with a low kick as MacArthur Jnr jumps back.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Young sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Young lands a right hook to the body.
#T1#
Young shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Young fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big right hand but Young slips the punch.
Young displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Young moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Young was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Young looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
Young throws a big shot that misses.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little jabbing left from Young on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Young misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a stiff right hand.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Young stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacArthur Jnr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Young just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Ernst Young seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Young.
Young fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and MacArthur Jnr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Young throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr throws a big shot that misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick but Young moves out of range.
Young swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Some bone on bone action there as MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Young was well out of range. Poor timing from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hook to the body.
Young tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Young waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
MacArthur Jnr misses with the body kick
and Young counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Young throws a left and a right that both miss
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good low kick that Young was not able to check.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a thumping leg kick.
Young misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Young throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr throws a half hearted mid kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr looks to land a right hand but Young moved out of range.
Young misses with a body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a straight right hand.
Young shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. MacArthur Jnr eats them both and turns towards Young to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the body.
Young scores with a body shot.
Young throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Young throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Young blocks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Young. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Young misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Young looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice body punch.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Young.
Young misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Young's ribcage but misses.
Young thows a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Young tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Young.
Young fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it well.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses
and Young counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Young looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
It looked like MacArthur Jnr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Young avoids it.
Young looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Young lands a right hook to the body.
A jab lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
A looping hook to the body misses from Young. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Young just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Young sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Young moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Jnr.
A decent looking body kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the nose.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Young throws a leg kick that is checked
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr catches Young with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
MacArthur Jnr lands with a cross.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Young can do to turn this around?
MacArthur Jnr digs a good hook to Young's body.
MacArthur Jnr moves in looking to clinch but Young pushes him off.
Young is looking to chop away at MacArthur Jnr's legs.
MacArthur Jnr feinted there with a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Young throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moved away.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a jab.
Young throws a sloppy body shot
and MacArthur Jnr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Good shot there by Young.
Young connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Young crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from MacArthur Jnr - the referee stops the clock and Young gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says MacArthur Jnr. Young manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Young takes a kick to the side of the head.
Young misses with a hook. MacArthur Jnr ducked under it nicely.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
Ernst Young has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A slapping body kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Young.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Young stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Young misses with a body punch
and MacArthur Jnr makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Young really felt that one!
Young ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Young takes a swing at MacArthur Jnr's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Young looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Young scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Young lands with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr walks into a left hand.
Young checks a leg kick.#T1#
Young throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Young throws out a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range and Young only half commits.
Young misses the body punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a thumping low kick.
Young walks forward, straight into a front kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Young steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Young ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Young avoids it.
Young throws a lazy uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab but it's blocked by Young.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his right hand into Young's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Young is looking to slow MacArthur Jnr down with leg kicks.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice body kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr dodges the punch combination from Young.
MacArthur Jnr quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr throws an overhand right that lands on Young's shoulder, as Young tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
MacArthur Jnr tries to bum rush Young with a series of wild strikes but Young uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Young misses with a double jab
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Young moves out of range of the body kick.
Young looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick counter kick to the body but Young avoids it.
Young has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacArthur Jnr.
Young moves out of range of the body kick.
Young takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Young dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacArthur Jnr. That did some damage!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot that snaps Young's head back.
Nice body punch from Young.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Young misses with a few strikes there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well MacArthur Jnr 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
A pretty intense looking Robert MacArthur Jnr took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.
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Event:
K-1 31 Haller vs Monroe
Date: Jul 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Kowalski walks into a jab.
MacArthur Jnr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a straight right. Kowalski didn't see that one coming.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
A jab from Kowalski misses.
MacArthur Jnr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.
Kowalski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MacArthur Jnr connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kowalski scrambles back to his feet.
We've been informed that Kowalski has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kowalski.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Jnr.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range as Kowalski strikes.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a kick to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kowalski doesn't seem bothered though.
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kowalski.#T1#
Kowalski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kowalski ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Kowalski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
Kowalski takes one to the side of the head.
Kowalski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kowalski connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kowalski on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr throws a push kick but Kowalski slaps the foot to one side. #T2#
Kowalski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Kowalski.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kowalski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacArthur Jnr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kowalski connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kowalski scores with a body shot.
Kowalski on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kowalski falls off balance throwing a combination
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
MacArthur Jnr is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Kowalski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr throws the kick towards the body but Kowalski avoids it.
Kowalski let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Kowalski with a good jab.
A big left from Kowalski misses. #T3#
Kowalski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a leg kick but Kowalski moves out of range and MacArthur Jnr only half commits.
Kowalski throws a head kick that half lands.
MacArthur Jnr thuds his shin into the meat of Kowalski's side.
Kowalski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kowalski lands a head shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by MacArthur Jnr.
Kowalski misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kowalski ducks under a wild hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Kowalski takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kowalski fails to land with a series of punches.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kowalski.
MacArthur Jnr fakes the leg kick and cracks Kowalski in the body. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Kowalski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Kowalski.
Kowalski takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
Kowalski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
MacArthur Jnr keeps Kowalski at a distance using the push kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
Kowalski throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
Kowalski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kowalski connects with a body shot that sends MacArthur Jnr's belly button to the back.
Kowalski looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
Kowalski throws a body shot but no joy. #T5#
Kowalski lands with a shot to the body.
Jab, jab by Kowalski - just one landing.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a looping right hand.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Kowalski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. Kowalski looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
MacArthur Jnr's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Kowalski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kowalski with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice defenses there by Kowalski.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a left hand
and Kowalski counters with a nice uppercut.
Kowalski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T6#
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!
MacArthur Jnr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A leg kick checked by Kowalski.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Kowalski just misses with a punch to the body.
Kowalski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
It seemed like Kowalski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kowalski fails to land with a series of punches.
Kowalski on the wrong end of a nice jab.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kowalski crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from MacArthur Jnr - the referee stops the clock and Kowalski gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says MacArthur Jnr. Kowalski manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kowalski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
MacArthur Jnr listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kowalski defending well as MacArthur Jnr loads up on a big left hand. #T7#
MacArthur Jnr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A nice side step and Kowalski releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kowalski has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
Kowalski stuns MacArthur Jnr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kowalski throws a low kick, looking for MacArthur Jnr's leg but MacArthur Jnr calmly moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kowalski takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Jnr. Kowalski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kowalski only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kowalski getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
MacArthur Jnr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kowalski counters with a low kick, right behind MacArthur Jnr 's knee.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Kowalski. Beautiful body shot.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy right hand. Kowalski should have avoided that one. #T8#
MacArthur Jnr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kowalski to score with a decent uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Kowalski.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr slips a straight right by Kowalski.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr throws a wild body kick that Kowalski sees coming a mile off.
Kowalski throws a left and a right that both miss
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice body kick.
The crowd cheers as Kowalski lands an impressive looking overhand right. MacArthur Jnr doesn't seem phased though.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a series of punches but Kowalski moves out of range.
Kowalski throws a jab but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tests Kowalski's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T9#
Kowalski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kowalski chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an uppercut that bounces Kowalski off the ropes and back into range.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice outside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
MacArthur Jnr catches Kowalski with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a left hand
and Kowalski counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kowalski throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Kowalski with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kowalski.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kowalski.
Kowalski avoids a kick to the body.
Kowalski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Kowalski's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr lunges at Kowalski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kowalski's hand.
Kowalski throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr avoids them all with ease.
MacArthur Jnr scores with the left hand. Kowalski knows he should have avoided that one.
Kowalski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kowalski ducks right into an uppercut from MacArthur Jnr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kowalski just misses with a punch to the body.
Kowalski on the wrong end of a nice hook.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kowalski can do to turn this around?
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr thuds a left hand into Kowalski's body.#T1#
Kowalski is looking to score with low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a kick to the body
and Kowalski counters with a nice body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr digs a good body shot into Kowalski's ribs.
Kowalski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Kowalski.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by MacArthur Jnr.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
Kowalski throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kowalski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
Kowalski digs a good body shot into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.#T2#
A big left from Kowalski misses.
Kowalski throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr half committed to a counter leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A big left from MacArthur Jnr misses.
Kowalski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick, looking for Kowalski's leg but Kowalski calmly moves out of range.
Kowalski misses with a left hand
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
Kowalski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kowalski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
Kowalski throws a head kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr. #T3#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a hook.
Kowalski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that misses.
Kowalski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.
Kowalski throws a sloppy head kick and MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Kowalski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kowalski misses with a body shot.
Kowalski misses with a straight right.
A quick step to the side and MacArthur Jnr tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a punch combination nicely.
MacArthur Jnr lands a lovely overhand right.#T4#
A big left from Kowalski misses.
MacArthur Jnr half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kowalski finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kowalski throws a push kick but MacArthur Jnr slaps the foot to one side.
MacArthur Jnr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kowalski's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kowalski misses with a hook
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacArthur Jnr moves away from the strike by Kowalski.
MacArthur Jnr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kowalski's calf.
Kowalski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Crunch! MacArthur Jnr slams his shin into Kowalski's torso.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kowalski. MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab.#T5#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a head kick. Kowalski tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
MacArthur Jnr cracks the inside of Kowalski's front leg.
Kowalski takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kowalski takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kowalski misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kowalski looks to land a left hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range nicely.
Kowalski looks to land a right hand but MacArthur Jnr moved out of range.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a cross.
A jab lands there for MacArthur Jnr.#T6#
MacArthur Jnr lands a really nice looking cross but Kowalski seems unphased.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kowalski on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kowalski's head.#ROC#
Kowalski is rocked!
Kowalski walks into a jab.
Kowalski is still on wobbly legs! Can MacArthur Jnr finish him?
MacArthur Jnr cracks Kowalski with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Kowalski is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Kowalski is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Kowalski could not beat the count!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Robert MacArthur Jnr!
After winning the bout, Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
K-1 25 Haller vs Jafar
Date: Jun 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Saint-Perrilloux tries to move into range but MacArthur Jnr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Jnr with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick that knocks Saint-Perrilloux off balance momentarily.
Saint-Perrilloux lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Saint-Perrilloux. That did some damage!
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Saint-Perrilloux throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
MacArthur Jnr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook
and Saint-Perrilloux counters with a low kick, right behind MacArthur Jnr 's knee.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to score with low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Saint-Perrilloux looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Saint-Perrilloux smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Saint-Perrilloux walks into a jab.
Saint-Perrilloux checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.#CL2#
Saint-Perrilloux moves into the clinch.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Saint-Perrilloux misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Saint-Perrilloux tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacArthur Jnr's elbow.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Saint-Perrilloux avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the ropes.
I was talking to MacArthur Jnr's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A nice left hand lands by Saint-Perrilloux.
MacArthur Jnr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
Saint-Perrilloux throws a punch but it's blocked by MacArthur Jnr.
Saint-Perrilloux doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Saint-Perrilloux doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Saint-Perrilloux misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
Saint-Perrilloux digs a right hand into MacArthur Jnr's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MacArthur Jnr's gas tank.
Saint-Perrilloux can't find room to land a body shot as MacArthur Jnr controls the action.
Saint-Perrilloux struggles to land a body shot inside as MacArthur Jnr controls his hands.
Saint-Perrilloux tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saint-Perrilloux misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Saint-Perrilloux backwards. #T2#
Saint-Perrilloux lands a nice uppercut.
Saint-Perrilloux is trying to maintain a safe position but MacArthur Jnr gets an underhook and turns Saint-Perrilloux into the ropes.
Saint-Perrilloux blocks a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
A head punch on the inside from MacArthur Jnr fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr can't find room to land a body shot as Saint-Perrilloux controls the action.
Saint-Perrilloux trying to stall but MacArthur Jnr improves his position.
Saint-Perrilloux is trying to maintain a safe position but MacArthur Jnr gets an underhook and turns Saint-Perrilloux into the ropes.
Saint-Perrilloux scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
A short left from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Saint-Perrilloux avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the ropes.
Saint-Perrilloux misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Saint-Perrilloux backwards.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacArthur Jnr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Saint-Perrilloux lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of MacArthur Jnr backwards.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a body shot from Saint-Perrilloux.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Saint-Perrilloux controls his hands.
Saint-Perrilloux makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Saint-Perrilloux throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A big right from Saint-Perrilloux misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Saint-Perrilloux tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
MacArthur Jnr slips a jab from Saint-Perrilloux.
MacArthur Jnr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Saint-Perrilloux throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
Saint-Perrilloux throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A big left from Saint-Perrilloux misses.
MacArthur Jnr tests Saint-Perrilloux's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saint-Perrilloux tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr lets loose with a powerful body kick. Saint-Perrilloux will feel that in the morning.
Saint-Perrilloux blocks a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Saint-Perrilloux looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1##CL#
MacArthur Jnr gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to break free of the clinch but Saint-Perrilloux has double underhooks.
MacArthur Jnr tries to work over Saint-Perrilloux's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
MacArthur Jnr struggles to land a body shot inside as Saint-Perrilloux controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Saint-Perrilloux.
Saint-Perrilloux prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
Saint-Perrilloux tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacArthur Jnr's elbow.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Saint-Perrilloux lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacArthur Jnr.
Saint-Perrilloux is trying to maintain a safe position but MacArthur Jnr gets an underhook and turns Saint-Perrilloux into the ropes.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
MacArthur Jnr breaks the clinch.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is winning the standup battle so far.
Saint-Perrilloux avoids a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot that snaps Saint-Perrilloux's head back.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Saint-Perrilloux down with leg kicks. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice body punch.
Saint-Perrilloux tries to clinch up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice head shot.
Saint-Perrilloux takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Saint-Perrilloux uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Jnr.
Saint-Perrilloux throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by MacArthur Jnr.#CUT2#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Saint-Perrilloux takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick.
Saint-Perrilloux scores with a jab to the head.
Saint-Perrilloux waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
MacArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Saint-Perrilloux is out of range and MacArthur Jnr settles back down.
Saint-Perrilloux lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Saint-Perrilloux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid it.
Jacques Saint-Perrilloux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Saint-Perrilloux.
MacArthur Jnr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a low kick as Saint-Perrilloux jumps back.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot from downtown. Saint-Perrilloux moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Saint-Perrilloux was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A slapping body kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
Saint-Perrilloux keeps MacArthur Jnr at a distance using the push kick.
MacArthur Jnr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A left lands for MacArthur Jnr.#CL#
MacArthur Jnr has managed to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right hand to the side of the head by MacArthur Jnr.
A head punch on the inside from MacArthur Jnr fails to land.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Saint-Perrilloux.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr letting Saint-Perrilloux take a breather here.#T1#
A short right from MacArthur Jnr.
Saint-Perrilloux misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacArthur Jnr blocks an uppercut.
Saint-Perrilloux fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Saint-Perrilloux.
Saint-Perrilloux misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr working aggressively here.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
MacArthur Jnr can't find room to land a body shot as Saint-Perrilloux controls the action.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a short punch from the clinch.
MacArthur Jnr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saint-Perrilloux letting MacArthur Jnr take a breather here.
MacArthur Jnr tries a body shot but Saint-Perrilloux blocks it.
Still in the clinch, MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Saint-Perrilloux prevents a body shot from MacArthur Jnr.
A short right hand to the side of the head by MacArthur Jnr.#T2#
Still in the clinch, MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Saint-Perrilloux misses with a body punch.
Saint-Perrilloux presses MacArthur Jnr against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Saint-Perrilloux swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Saint-Perrilloux trying to stall but MacArthur Jnr improves his position.
Saint-Perrilloux misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Jnr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Saint-Perrilloux can do to turn this around?
MacArthur Jnr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
MacArthur Jnr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Saint-Perrilloux throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr moved away.
MacArthur Jnr lands a lovely overhand right.
Saint-Perrilloux lands a slapping body shot.
Saint-Perrilloux misses with an attempted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Jnr misses the target.
MacArthur Jnr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Saint-Perrilloux looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a punch to the head.
MacArthur Jnr delivers a nice body kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well MacArthur Jnr 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 30:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Our winner, Robert MacArthur Jnr, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
K-1 20 Lee vs Hively
Date: May 26, 2018 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a hook. Fredrick tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Fredrick moves out of range.
Fredrick tries to close the distance and clinch up but MacArthur Jnr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Fredrick wants to clinch.
A head kick by Fredrick misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fredrick is on the wrong end of a nice combination from MacArthur Jnr.#CUT2#
It looks like Ronald Fredrick has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Fredrick down with leg kicks.
Fredrick tries to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr circles away and keeps his distance.
Fredrick chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Jnr can pounce on him.
Fredrick wants to clinch but MacArthur Jnr slips to the side
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fredrick doesn't manage to clinch there - MacArthur Jnr circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
Fredrick misses with a body kick.#T1#
Fredrick throws a head kick that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice outside leg kick.
Fredrick takes one on the button.
Fredrick on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Fredrick throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacArthur Jnr tries a quick counter leg kick but Fredrick is wise to it.
Fredrick ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr moves away.
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice shot to the body.
Fredrick is looking to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacArthur Jnr! But no joy.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fredrick pulls out of a head kick attempt.
MacArthur Jnr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Fredrick.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A punch combination from Fredrick misses.
Fredrick on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. MacArthur Jnr obviously looking to wear him down.
MacArthur Jnr sizes up Fredrick with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Fredrick moves out of range as MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick.
Fredrick is looking to clinch but MacArthur Jnr is avoiding it.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Fredrick is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fredrick has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Fredrick there as he acknowledges the shot.
MacArthur Jnr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Fredrick takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
MacArthur Jnr is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Fredrick had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Fredrick clinches up against the ropes.
MacArthur Jnr tries to throw a body punch but Fredrick avoids it by throwing MacArthur Jnr back against the ropes.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body punch.
Fredrick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ronald Fredrick's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Fredrick throws a lazy head kick
and Fredrick takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fredrick throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a left hand into Fredrick's body.
MacArthur Jnr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fredrick takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a head kick. Fredrick tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab to the head.
MacArthur Jnr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's 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!
MacArthur Jnr jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
MacArthur Jnr throws a shot to the body.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacArthur Jnr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Fredrick throws a right and a left that both miss.
MacArthur Jnr looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Fredrick loads up on a big right hand but MacArthur Jnr slips the punch.
MacArthur Jnr lets loose with a powerful body kick. Fredrick will feel that in the morning.
Fredrick avoids the head kick by MacArthur Jnr.
As MacArthur Jnr tries to get set, Fredrick tries to push him back and clinch up but MacArthur Jnr manages to avoid the attempt.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fredrick tries to close the distance and clinch up but MacArthur Jnr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Fredrick rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
MacArthur Jnr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fredrick misses with a body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. Fredrick looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good body shot.
Fredrick tries a head kick but it misses.
#T2#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab. Fredrick acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good standup being displayed there by MacArthur Jnr as he connects with a hook.
Fredrick on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Fredrick fails with an attempt to clinch.
MacArthur Jnr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fredrick throws a head kick that misses.
MacArthur Jnr cracks a nice hook into Fredrick's ribs.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr dips to his left and cracks Fredrick with an uppercut!
Fredrick tries to clinch up but MacArthur Jnr circles away and keeps his distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacArthur Jnr.
Fredrick tries to clinch up
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a body kick that stops Fredrick in his tracks momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ronald Fredrick's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
MacArthur Jnr lands with a shot to the body.
Fredrick is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by MacArthur Jnr.
Fredrick lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but MacArthur Jnr circles away quickly and effectively.
MacArthur Jnr lands an overhand right.
Fredrick is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr jabs at Fredrick's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a straight right. Fredrick didn't see that one coming.
Fredrick takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an uppercut that bounces Fredrick off the ropes and back into range.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacArthur Jnr. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nice shot lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Fredrick throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Fredrick gets a clinch.
A short right from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fredrick's elbow.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#BC#
Fredrick pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
MacArthur Jnr getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ronald Fredrick is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fredrick tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Fredrick takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a single shot there.
MacArthur Jnr lands a lovely overhand right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fredrick throws a sloppy head kick and MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Fredrick tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but MacArthur Jnr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
MacArthur Jnr tries a quick counter leg kick but Fredrick is wise to it.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking body kick.
Fredrick on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Fredrick misses with a jab, cross combination.
MacArthur Jnr was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr stuns Fredrick with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A left lands for MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Fredrick looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The fighters circle momentarily. MacArthur Jnr darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
MacArthur Jnr thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Fredrick if he has to take too many more of those.
MacArthur Jnr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Crunch! MacArthur Jnr slams his shin into Fredrick's torso.
Ronald Fredrick has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacArthur Jnr works Fredrick's body with a nice hook.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got MacArthur Jnr 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Our winner, Robert MacArthur Jnr, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Ronald Fredrick was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll see you soon!!!'.
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Event:
K-1 11 Szczesny vs MacArthur J
Date: Apr 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Szczęsny throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Szczęsny thows a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it
and MacArthur Jnr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A good leg kick by Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Szczęsny throws the kick towards the body but MacArthur Jnr avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
MacArthur Jnr takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#CUT#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
Szczęsny has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Szczęsny throws a poor cross that misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Szczęsny motions for MacArthur Jnr to come forward. Szczęsny throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacArthur Jnr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from MacArthur Jnr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Szczęsny is looking to score with low kicks.
Szczęsny cracks the inside of MacArthur Jnr's front leg.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Szczęsny lands a right hook to the body.
Szczęsny lands with a right hand. #T1#
Szczęsny dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacArthur Jnr. That did some damage!
Szczęsny connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Szczęsny rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a right hand to the body.
Szczęsny will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Krzysztof Szczęsny seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Szczęsny tries to score with a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves his leg out of the way.
Szczęsny looks to land a body kick but MacArthur Jnr moved away.
And MacArthur Jnr responds with a good body kick, but Szczęsny manages to step out the way in time.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook but Szczęsny blocks it.
Szczęsny throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
MacArthur Jnr doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Szczęsny throws a body shot but no joy.
Szczęsny moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. Szczęsny looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice body kick.
#T2#
Good shot there by Szczęsny.
Szczęsny tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Szczęsny.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Szczęsny throws a nice inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a nice body kick.
Szczęsny just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr checks a leg kick.
A good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Szczęsny checks it.
A big right from Szczęsny misses.
MacArthur Jnr wants to slow Szczęsny down by chopping away at his legs.
MacArthur Jnr works the jab nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Krzysztof Szczęsny dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's time! Szczęsny's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Szczęsny throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Szczęsny takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Szczęsny lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacArthur Jnr's sensitive parts.
MacArthur Jnr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
MacArthur Jnr swings for the body but Szczęsny moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Szczęsny to score with a decent uppercut.
Szczęsny throws the left hand but MacArthur Jnr avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Jnr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr ducks under a wild hook from Szczęsny.
MacArthur Jnr tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
MacArthur Jnr moves out of range of the strikes.
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!
Szczęsny throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and moves out of range. #T1#
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice looking kick to the body. Szczęsny takes a step back to recover.
Szczęsny throws a low kick but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range easily.
Szczęsny is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Some bone on bone action there as Szczęsny checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A shot to the body from Szczęsny misses
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a thumping low kick.
MacArthur Jnr changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Szczęsny just misses with a punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a good cross that connects.
Nice straight punches there by Szczęsny. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a front kick aimed at MacArthur Jnr's knee but MacArthur Jnr avoids it well.
Szczęsny cracks MacArthur Jnr with a good jab.
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
Szczęsny throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr checks it.
Szczęsny throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck MacArthur Jnr on the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A clash of legs there as Szczęsny blocks the low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Szczęsny on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fighters circling - Szczęsny throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a counter right but Szczęsny avoids it with no problem.
Szczęsny takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick
letting Szczęsny counter with a right hand.
Szczęsny lands a straight punch to the body, keeping MacArthur Jnr at a distance.
Szczęsny fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr is trying to counter with his kicks.
Szczęsny swings widly with a right hand
and Szczęsny takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr with a jab.
Szczęsny keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Szczęsny rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Robert MacArthur Jnr will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Szczęsny lands with a kick to the temple. MacArthur Jnr shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
MacArthur Jnr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
MacArthur Jnr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a leg kick
and Szczęsny takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacArthur Jnr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Szczęsny stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a solid leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Szczęsny uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MacArthur Jnr has time to react.
A nice leg kick lands there from Szczęsny.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr throws a lazy uppercut
and Szczęsny connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacArthur Jnr walks straight into devastating uppercut and drops to the floor, clearly wobbled! Can he beat the count? 4,5,6,7... he's up! And he's down again! The ref steps in and calls an end to the fight! What a punch that was!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Krzysztof Szczęsny!
Krzysztof Szczęsny retains his light heavyweight title!
Krzysztof Szczęsny thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
DARE KT WINTER FINAL
Date: Mar 17, 2018 |
#R1#
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Pauwels staying out of range there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Jnr.
Pauwels appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
MacArthur Jnr has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacArthur Jnr was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
MacArthur Jnr scoring well with a low kick there.
Pauwels misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pauwels checks it well.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pauwels throws out the jab.
Pauwels tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacArthur Jnr was well out of range. Poor timing from Pauwels .
A big right from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pauwels has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacArthur Jnr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pauwels . MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pauwels darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to Pauwels 's midsection.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacArthur Jnr misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Pauwels misses with an uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Pauwels .
MacArthur Jnr was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Pauwels with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling MacArthur Jnr to score with a decent uppercut.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by MacArthur Jnr.
Pauwels takes a jab right on the kisser.
MacArthur Jnr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pauwels . MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Good standup being displayed there by MacArthur Jnr as he connects with a hook.
Pauwels shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Pauwels throws a hook but MacArthur Jnr avoids it easily.#T2#
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pauwels throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Jnr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice outside leg kick.
Pauwels looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pauwels swings for the body but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a nice looking jab.
MacArthur Jnr is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Pauwels scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
MacArthur Jnr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Pauwels takes a kick to the side of the head.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body punch but Pauwels moves out of range.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a body shot.
MacArthur Jnr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Pauwels scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr lands with an uppercut that bounces Pauwels off the ropes and back into range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Pauwels misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pauwels . That did some damage!
MacArthur Jnr motions for Pauwels to come forward. MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Some bone on bone action there as Pauwels checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Pauwels was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Robert MacArthur Jnr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacArthur Jnr takes a swing at Pauwels 's ribcage but misses.
MacArthur Jnr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Pauwels 's calf.
MacArthur Jnr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pauwels .
MacArthur Jnr takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Pauwels clobbers MacArthur Jnr with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Good leg kick by MacArthur Jnr there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pauwels misses with a looping left.
MacArthur Jnr throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Pauwels checks a leg kick nicely.
Pauwels checks a low kick from MacArthur Jnr.
Pauwels keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Pauwels steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Jnr.
Pauwels connects with a nice looking jab.
Pauwels misses with a wild body shot.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab to the head.
Pauwels drops his hands momentarily and MacArthur Jnr takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
MacArthur Jnr lands a body shot.
A big right from Pauwels misses.
MacArthur Jnr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
MacArthur Jnr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
MacArthur Jnr shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#
It looks like Robert MacArthur Jnr has been cut.
MacArthur Jnr throws a leg kick but Pauwels sees it coming and moves out of range.
Pauwels swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr sizes up Pauwels with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pauwels on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Pauwels throws a lazy uppercut
and MacArthur Jnr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Jnr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
MacArthur Jnr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pauwels .
MacArthur Jnr tries a low kick but Pauwels avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr throws a low kick but Pauwels avoids it.
MacArthur Jnr cracks Pauwels with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr feints and then cracks Pauwels 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pauwels down.
Pauwels throws a jab when MacArthur Jnr was well out of range.
Pauwels throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
MacArthur Jnr misses with a straight left.
MacArthur Jnr thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacArthur Jnr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pauwels keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pauwels is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Pauwels blocks a low kick nicely.
Pauwels was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and connects with a jab.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr misses the body punch
letting Pauwels counter with a right hand.
Pauwels blocks a jab.
MacArthur Jnr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Pauwels throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr throws out a loose jab but Pauwels uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pauwels was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Jnr!
MacArthur Jnr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pauwels takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A little feinted left hand from Pauwels on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
MacArthur Jnr moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
MacArthur Jnr lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by MacArthur Jnr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacArthur Jnr fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
MacArthur Jnr tried to score with a low kick but Pauwels checks it.#T1#
Pauwels staying out of range there.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Pauwels with a low kick.
Pauwels tests MacArthur Jnr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pauwels throws a series of punches but MacArthur Jnr avoids them all with ease.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Pauwels takes a shot to the body in his stride.
MacArthur Jnr moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacArthur Jnr. That's going to slow Pauwels down.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
MacArthur Jnr misses the shot to the body.
Pauwels looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr stuns Pauwels with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slapping body kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.#T2#
Pauwels throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Jnr's shoulder, as MacArthur Jnr tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pauwels .
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Pauwels down with leg kicks.
MacArthur Jnr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from MacArthur Jnr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Pauwels takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pauwels . MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice cross.
MacArthur Jnr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a push kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a spinning back kick!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice cross.#ROC2#
Pauwels is rocked!
Pauwels bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Pauwels was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from MacArthur Jnr.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
MacArthur Jnr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Pauwels 's sensitive parts.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pauwels .
MacArthur Jnr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pauwels .
MacArthur Jnr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
MacArthur Jnr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Pauwels is out of range and MacArthur Jnr settles back down.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pauwels throws a hook to the side of MacArthur Jnr's head but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacArthur Jnr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr keeps Pauwels at a distance using the push kick.
MacArthur Jnr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Pauwels 's calf.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pauwels ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pauwels throws a body punch but MacArthur Jnr moves out of range.
Pauwels looks to throw the jab but MacArthur Jnr is out of range.
Pauwels takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T1#
MacArthur Jnr lands a leg kick that knocks Pauwels off balance momentarily.
MacArthur Jnr throws a good cross that connects.
Pauwels walks into a straight right hand from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a decent looking hook.
Oh Pauwels is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
Pauwels digs a good body shot into MacArthur Jnr's ribs.
Pauwels seems to have got his legs back now.
Pauwels throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Jnr connects with an inside leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr misses with an uppercut.
MacArthur Jnr lands a front kick.
MacArthur Jnr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Pauwels . Pauwels circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
MacArthur Jnr throws a body shot but no joy.
Pauwels swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pauwels throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
MacArthur Jnr gets a clinch. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr takes a shot to the head.
MacArthur Jnr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pauwels misses with a punch on the inside.
Pauwels misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacArthur Jnr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
MacArthur Jnr prevents a body shot from Pauwels .
A short uppercut from Pauwels .
Pauwels pushes MacArthur Jnr back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch. #BC2#
MacArthur Jnr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pauwels takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Jnr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pauwels is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr is looking to slow Pauwels down with leg kicks.
MacArthur Jnr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
MacArthur Jnr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Jnr jabs Pauwels right on the nose. Pauwels blinks but takes it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacArthur Jnr dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacArthur Jnr's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Pauwels misses with a body shot.
Alexander Pauwels has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A looping hook to the body misses from Pauwels . MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
A cross from Pauwels lands.
MacArthur Jnr looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
An inside leg kick from MacArthur Jnr misses.
MacArthur Jnr drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Pauwels doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a good body shot.
MacArthur Jnr getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Pauwels will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
MacArthur Jnr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice cross by MacArthur Jnr.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Jnr explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Pauwels lands a jab to MacArthur Jnr's midsection.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Pauwels misses the target.
Pauwels uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Jnr.
Pauwels misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacArthur Jnr.
MacArthur Jnr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pauwels .
MacArthur Jnr ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a shot to the body.
Robert MacArthur Jnr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
MacArthur Jnr lands a right hook to the body.
MacArthur Jnr scores with a leg kick.
MacArthur Jnr dips to his left and cracks Pauwels with an uppercut!
A solid leg kick lands there for MacArthur Jnr.
Pauwels throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Jnr ducks down to avoid it.
Pauwels tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
MacArthur Jnr's corner calls for a 1-2. MacArthur Jnr obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T2#
MacArthur Jnr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Pauwels doesn't seem bothered though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pauwels scores with a jab. MacArthur Jnr acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pauwels . MacArthur Jnr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pauwels throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacArthur Jnr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Pauwels throws a lazy right hand but MacArthur Jnr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pauwels takes a jab right on the kisser.
MacArthur Jnr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
MacArthur Jnr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pauwels . That did some damage!
Pauwels keeps the fight on the outside.
MacArthur Jnr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pauwels throws out the jab.
MacArthur Jnr thumps Pauwels with a low kick.
Pauwels 's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
A jab from Pauwels misses.
Pauwels misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Jnr lands with a nice body punch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert MacArthur Jnr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got MacArthur Jnr 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight for Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Judge William Gold scores the fight for Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight for Robert MacArthur Jnr!
Robert MacArthur Jnr wins by unanimous decision!
During a confident post fight interview, Robert MacArthur Jnr thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Alexander Pauwels spoke after the fight, saying 'Damn. I tried to keep this on the feet but this guy is a very good grappler. I'm sorry to my fans and coaches, I promise I'll come back stronger than ever'.
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Event:
Gladiators 51 Silva v Perry 2
Date: Sep 29, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Ford tries to keep at a distance but MacIntyre has taken the fight into the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from MacIntyre.
Ford misses with some punches.
MacIntyre tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ford's elbow.
Ford tries to work over MacIntyre's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ford tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ford pushes MacIntyre back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacIntyre is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
MacIntyre misses with a punch to the body.
Ford lands a hook that snaps the head of MacIntyre backwards.
Ford blocks an uppercut.
Ford swings wildly with an uppercut but MacIntyre uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacIntyre has a couple of punches blocked by Ford.
Ford can't find room to land a body shot as MacIntyre controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ford lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt MacIntyre or not.
A right handed body shot lands from Ford.
MacIntyre is breathing heavily.
Ford misses with some punches.
Ford lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ford throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
MacIntyre working aggressively here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ford throws a head punch that misses.
Stalling in the clinch from MacIntyre.
#T1#
MacIntyre misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ford.
MacIntyre misses with a punch on the inside.
Ford presses MacIntyre against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ford creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ford lands a body shot.
Ford goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ford creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ford lands with a short head shot on the inside.
MacIntyre misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ford lands a shoulder strike.
MacIntyre misses with some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from MacIntyre.
Ford misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacIntyre misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ford creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ford lands with a left to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacIntyre blocks a punch to the side of the head.
MacIntyre lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ford backwards.
MacIntyre stalls.
MacIntyre content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Ford lands a right hand. #T2#
Ford misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacIntyre swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ford lands a left hand.
MacIntyre blocking some punches.
Ford working aggressively here.
Ford works on MacIntyre's body with a couple of short punches.
Ford working aggressively here.
Ford misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Ford.
A head punch on the inside from MacIntyre fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ford creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ford throws a punch but it's blocked by MacIntyre.
Ford lands a hook to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Ford scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ford blocking some punches.
Ford tries a body shot but MacIntyre blocks it.
Ford swings wildly with an uppercut but MacIntyre uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacIntyre has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
MacIntyre misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ford goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ford scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T3#
MacIntyre fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
MacIntyre stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ford lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacIntyre tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ford's elbow.
MacIntyre blocking some punches.
Ford cracks MacIntyre with a nice body shot.
MacIntyre lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ford tries to throw a body punch but MacIntyre avoids it by throwing Ford back against the cage.
Ford pushes MacIntyre back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacIntyre blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacIntyre working aggressively here.
Ford misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacIntyre lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ford throws a punch but it's blocked by MacIntyre.
MacIntyre struggles to land a body shot inside as Ford controls his hands.
MacIntyre swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ford.
Ford is working MacIntyre over against the cage.
Ford works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ford goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ford lands a shot to the body.#T4#
Ford working aggressively here.
Ford lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ford lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ford digs a right hand underneath MacIntyre's ribcage. MacIntyre let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Ford lands a right hand.
MacIntyre wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ford lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ford doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacIntyre.
A hook to the body from Ford.
Ford lands with a short shot to the head.
Ford lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ford gets through MacIntyre's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ford pushes MacIntyre back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
MacIntyre is rocked!
A head punch on the inside from Ford fails to land.
Oh MacIntyre is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ford fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ford swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ford.
Ford throws a head punch that misses.
MacIntyre seems to have got his legs back now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ford digs a right hand underneath MacIntyre's ribcage. MacIntyre let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Ford makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
MacIntyre blocks a body shot from Ford.
Ford lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of MacIntyre backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Ford.
Ford dips a shoulder and cracks MacIntyre with a mighty uppercut! MacIntyre falls back against the cage and Ford unloads with a barrage of strikes! MacIntyre is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Ford screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gnarls Ford!
Gnarls Ford thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Gladiators 46 Wills Jr v Zulu
Date: Sep 01, 2017 |
#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. MacIntyre darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hanagan misses with a takedown attempt
and MacIntyre counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hanagan fails with the takedown
and MacIntyre cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hanagan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but MacIntyre circles away quickly and effectively.
Hanagan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. MacIntyre defends it nicely.
Robert MacIntyre has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charley Hanagan.
Hanagan fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanagan shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as MacIntyre sprawls well. MacIntyre wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hanagan gets slowly back to his feet.
Nice takedown defense from MacIntyre. No joy for Hanagan on that attempt.
MacIntyre has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Hanagan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around MacIntyre's waist but MacIntyre gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hanagan off to one side. #T1##KD#
MacIntyre cracks Hanagan with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. MacIntyre has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Hanagan to stand back up!#ROC#
Hanagan is rocked!
MacIntyre defending well as Hanagan loads up on a big left hand.
Hanagan is still on wobbly legs! Can MacIntyre finish him?
MacIntyre moves in close and cracks Hanagan with a massive right hand! Hanagan, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by MacIntyre!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacIntyre!
A relieved looking Robert MacIntyre 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:
Gladiators 41 Khabib v Jack
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1#
MacIntyre cracks the inside of James's front leg.
James scores with a one two! MacIntyre had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT2#
It looks like Robert MacIntyre has been cut.
James tries to close the distance and clinch up but MacIntyre swats him away and circles back towards the center.
James throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
James doesn't manage to clinch there - MacIntyre circles away.
Good exchange - MacIntyre coming out on top.
James has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
James tries to clinch up but MacIntyre circles away and keeps his distance.
James pulls out of a head kick attempt.
James throws a head kick that misses.
We've been told by MacIntyre's head coaches at Urban Achievers that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Crunch! MacIntyre slams his shin into James's torso.
MacIntyre scores with a shot to the body.
#CL2#
James gets in close and instigates a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacIntyre blocking some punches.
MacIntyre managing to block the knees to the body from James.
James with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A short uppercut from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre lands a body shot in the clinch.
#BC#
MacIntyre breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
MacIntyre explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
James looks winded!
MacIntyre bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
James tries to clinch there but MacIntyre circles away.
#T1#
MacIntyre throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by James.#CUT#
It looks like David James has been cut.
MacIntyre buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
MacIntyre scores with a kick to the midsection.
David James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacIntyre thows a body kick. James tries to catch it but that hurt him.
MacIntyre throws a quick head kick that skims the top of James's head.
MacIntyre throws a nice outside leg kick.
MacIntyre cracks the inside of James's front leg.
James throws a combination but it was largely blocked by MacIntyre.
James steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from MacIntyre. That one must have hurt.
MacIntyre plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A thudding body kick lands there by MacIntyre!
MacIntyre connects with a good right hand that stumbles James. James circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
James has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacIntyre.
James takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
MacIntyre connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
MacIntyre bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
MacIntyre lands with a slapping head kick.
MacIntyre lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T2#
MacIntyre feints and then cracks James's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow James down.
MacIntyre throws a nice looking combination but James bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
MacIntyre works James's body with a nice hook.
James looks to score with a jab to the body but MacIntyre is just out of range.
MacIntyre throws a nice inside leg kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for MacIntyre.#CUT#
That has opened up David James's cut even more.
James steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from MacIntyre. That one must have hurt.
James moves in looking to clinch but MacIntyre pushes him off.
MacIntyre throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
MacIntyre fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt James.
MacIntyre lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
MacIntyre fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
James takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
MacIntyre scores with a jab to the body.
James takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
MacIntyre turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
MacIntyre tests James's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
James throws a lazy head kick
and MacIntyre counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MacIntyre connects with a high kick.
MacIntyre is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
James misses with a double jab.
James throws a body kick that misses.
MacIntyre throws a nice outside leg kick.
MacIntyre scores with a leg kick.
James misses with a head kick.
MacIntyre slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT#
The cut above David James's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
MacIntyre is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL2#
MacIntyre tries to keep at a distance but James has taken the fight into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
MacIntyre breaks the clinch.
MacIntyre lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
James wants to clinch.#T4#
James takes a kick to the side of the head.#CL2#
James drives through and clinches with MacIntyre against the ropes.
James tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and MacIntyre avoids it.
James lands a right hand that snaps the head of MacIntyre backwards.
James looking to throw knees to the head but MacIntyre is blocking nicely.
James trying to land knees to the body.
James misses with some punches.
James tries a knee to the head but MacIntyre blocks it.
James takes a shot to the head.
MacIntyre working some nice short punches in the clinch.
MacIntyre can't find room to land a body shot as James controls the action.
MacIntyre scores with a shot to the side of James's head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
James tries to land knees in the clinch but MacIntyre avoids the damage to the body. #BC#
MacIntyre's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
MacIntyre moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
#KD#
MacIntyre lands a big head kick that sends James tumbling to the mat! MacIntyre takes a step backwards and waves James back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
James is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacIntyre dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
James wants to clinch up but MacIntyre keeps it at a distance.
MacIntyre feints and then cracks James's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow James down.
A kick lands to the mid section there for MacIntyre.
MacIntyre lands a front kick.
MacIntyre scores with a kick to the body.
James fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacIntyre checks it well. #KD#
MacIntyre lands a big right hand that sends James crashing to the mat! MacIntyre stays standing though and waves James back to his feet!
James is still on wobbly legs! Can MacIntyre finish him?
David James is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacIntyre fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt James.
James seems to have recovered his senses.
MacIntyre lands a front kick.
MacIntyre is looking to slow James down with leg kicks.
James tries to clinch but MacIntyre is having none of it.
James has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from MacIntyre finds it's way round the side to connect with James's head. #CUT#
David James's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
A lazy left from MacIntyre finds it's target.
MacIntyre fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt James.
MacIntyre scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at David James's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Robert MacIntyre!
An out of breath Robert MacIntyre thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Gladiators 37 Khabib v Kass
Date: Jul 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Van Buren stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from MacIntyre.
Van Buren connects with an inside leg kick.
Van Buren lands a jab.
MacIntyre fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Van Buren.
MacIntyre tries to work over Van Buren's front leg with a kick but Van Buren checks it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Van Buren.
Robert MacIntyre seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Buren lands a right hook to the body.
MacIntyre misses with a head kick.
Van Buren scores with a sloppy right hand. MacIntyre should have avoided that one.
Van Buren scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Van Buren scores with a nice strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Van Buren lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Van Buren misses with a wild combination.
MacIntyre half committed to a counter leg kick.
MacIntyre lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
An inside leg kick from Van Buren misses.
Van Buren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Van Buren.#T1#
Van Buren throws a low kick but MacIntyre avoids it.
MacIntyre looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Van Buren throws a right hand that misses
and MacIntyre counters with a lovely shot to the body.
MacIntyre waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Van Buren.
Van Buren steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from MacIntyre. That one must have hurt.
Van Buren ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacIntyre moves away.
Van Buren blocks the body kick.
MacIntyre walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Van Buren checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
It seemed like Van Buren was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Van Buren connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
MacIntyre moves out of range of the strikes.
MacIntyre throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice body kick there by Van Buren.
Van Buren throws a leg kick but MacIntyre moved away.
A head kick from MacIntyre lands but Van Buren takes it in his stride.
Van Buren will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
It appears MacIntyre was looking to counter with a kick there.
MacIntyre moves out of range as Van Buren throws a body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacIntyre dodges the punch combination from Van Buren.
It appears MacIntyre was looking to counter with a kick there.#T2#
MacIntyre misses with a straight left.
Crunch! MacIntyre slams his shin into Van Buren's torso.
Van Buren blocks a jab.
MacIntyre lands a head kick!
Van Buren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacIntyre feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Van Burens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Van Buren throws a leg kick but MacIntyre sees it coming and moves out of range.
MacIntyre fires out a quick counter leg kick but Van Buren just manages to avoid it.
Van Buren misses with a double jab.
Nice cross by MacIntyre.
Van Buren avoids the head kick by MacIntyre.
We've been told by MacIntyre's head coaches at Urban Achievers that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Van Buren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre throws a body kick that misses
and Van Buren counters with a body kick that stops MacIntyre in his tracks momentarily.
MacIntyre fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Van Buren.
Van Buren throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Van Buren takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Van Buren tries to work over MacIntyre's front leg with a kick but MacIntyre checks it. #T3#
MacIntyre misses with a straight right.
MacIntyre misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Van Buren blocks the body kick.
MacIntyre misses with a kick to the body.
Van Buren checks a leg kick nicely.
MacIntyre throws a body punch but Van Buren moves out of range.
MacIntyre looks to land a body kick but Van Buren moved away.
Van Buren throws a wild body kick that MacIntyre sees coming a mile off.
MacIntyre looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
MacIntyre takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Van Buren scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. MacIntyre doesn't seem bothered though.
Van Buren throws a nice looking combination but MacIntyre bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Van Buren moves out of range of the body kick from MacIntyre.
A shot to the liver by Van Buren. Beautiful body shot.
MacIntyre throws a right hand that misses
and Van Buren counters with a stiff right hand.
MacIntyre misses with a wild body shot.
MacIntyre walks forward, straight into a front kick from Van Buren.#T4#
Van Buren feints and then cracks MacIntyre's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow MacIntyre down.
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!
MacIntyre throws a sloppy head kick
and Van Buren cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MacIntyre scores with a head kick.
A jab lands there for Van Buren.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacIntyre lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Van Buren has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Van Buren and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from MacIntyre lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Van Buren has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Van Buren and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Van Buren looks to land a combination but MacIntyre avoids it well.
Van Buren throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A low kick from MacIntyre misses
and Van Buren makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
MacIntyre blocks a head kick by Van Buren.
MacIntyre closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Van Buren fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Buren fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
MacIntyre uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Buren.
MacIntyre misses with an uppercut
and Van Buren counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacIntyre!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joost Van Buren dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Van Buren throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Van Buren attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
MacIntyre throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Van Buren throws a lazy right hand but MacIntyre sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacIntyre wants to land a leg kick but Van Buren is out of range.
Van Buren throws a hook but MacIntyre blocks it.
MacIntyre bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Van Buren's head backwards.
MacIntyre walks into a stiff left hand from Van Buren.
Van Buren throws a front kick that sends MacIntyre stumbling back into the cage.
MacIntyre misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Despite the aggression on Van Buren's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
MacIntyre is looking to land body kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacIntyre takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
MacIntyre looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacIntyre misses with a head kick.
Van Buren was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A big left from Van Buren misses.
MacIntyre on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Van Buren keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Van Buren looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
MacIntyre tries to land a front kick but Van Buren steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Left hook, right uppercut from Van Buren.
MacIntyre tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Van Buren defending well as MacIntyre loads up on a big left hand.
MacIntyre tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
MacIntyre throws a front kick that sends Van Buren stumbling back into the cage.
Van Buren dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacIntyre. That did some damage!
Van Buren just misses with a punch to the body.
Van Buren motions for MacIntyre to come forward. Van Buren throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
MacIntyre is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Van Buren scores with a nice head shot.
MacIntyre tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Van Buren lets loose with a powerful body kick. MacIntyre will feel that in the morning.
Van Buren dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on MacIntyre. That did some damage!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacIntyre on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Van Buren connects with the punch.
Van Buren misses the jab.#T2#
Van Buren misses with an uppercut.
MacIntyre keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacIntyre looks for the body kick but Van Buren saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Van Buren on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Van Buren on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Joost Van Buren seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Van Buren takes a swing at MacIntyre's ribcage but misses.
MacIntyre throws a head kick but Van Buren moves out of range.
MacIntyre will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
MacIntyre with a hook.
Van Buren blocks a head kick by MacIntyre.
Van Buren lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
MacIntyre slips under a jab.
Van Buren with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A telegraphed right hand from Van Buren misses the target.
Van Buren thumps MacIntyre with a low kick.
MacIntyre moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Van Buren throws out a powerful jab.
MacIntyre avoids the body shot from Van Buren.
#T3#
MacIntyre throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A decent looking body kick lands there for MacIntyre.
Van Buren pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacIntyre avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
MacIntyre looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Van Buren moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
MacIntyre takes a shot right to the bread basket.
MacIntyre avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Van Buren moves forwards but MacIntyre connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Van Buren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
MacIntyre displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Van Buren throws out the jab.
Van Buren scores with a jab to the jaw.
The crowd cheers as Van Buren lands an impressive looking overhand right. MacIntyre doesn't seem phased though.
MacIntyre misses with a leg kick.
MacIntyre blocks a jab.
MacIntyre throws a head kick but Van Buren moves out of range.
MacIntyre throws a half hearted mid kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Van Buren! But no joy.#T4#
Van Buren blocks a head kick by MacIntyre.
Van Buren is clearly trying to counter these attacks from MacIntyre with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Van Buren dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacIntyre throws a body kick that misses
and Van Buren counters with an outside leg kick.
Van Buren takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Van Buren misses with a looping left.
Van Buren misses with a double jab.
MacIntyre throws a lazy right hand but Van Buren sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MacIntyre throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Van Buren blocks a head kick by MacIntyre.
Van Buren lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Van Buren throws a right hand that MacIntyre ducks under and follows up with a left that MacIntyre also avoids with ease.
MacIntyre swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Van Buren rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but MacIntyre moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
MacIntyre throwing a counter right hand but Van Buren manages to avoid it.
Van Buren misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Buren throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joost Van Buren showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Van Buren lands with a hook. MacIntyre tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Van Buren misses with an uppercut. MacIntyre saw that one coming.
MacIntyre lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Van Buren swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Van Buren has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
MacIntyre throws a head kick that misses.
Van Buren looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Van Buren throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacIntyre is looking to chop away at Van Buren's legs.
MacIntyre looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
MacIntyre throws a head kick that misses.
Van Buren checks a leg kick nicely.
MacIntyre moves out of range of the strikes.
Van Buren thuds a left hand into MacIntyre's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacIntyre fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Van Buren on the side of the head.
Van Buren connects with a solid leg kick.
Van Buren works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
MacIntyre moves forwards but Van Buren connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Buren scores with a head kick. MacIntyre tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T1#
Van Buren throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Van Buren looks to score with a jab to the body but MacIntyre is just out of range.
MacIntyre misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacIntyre ducks under a wild hook from Van Buren.
Van Buren works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Van Buren lands with a good body shot.
MacIntyre uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Buren.
MacIntyre throws a sloppy head kick and Van Buren moves out of range easily.
Van Buren blocks a head kick by MacIntyre.
MacIntyre throws a body punch but Van Buren moves out of range.
MacIntyre uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Van Buren.
MacIntyre scores with a body shot.
Van Buren throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacIntyre sees it coming and avoids it easily.
MacIntyre fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Van Buren has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Van Buren throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Robert MacIntyre has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A clash of legs there as Van Buren blocks the low kick.
Van Buren lands a leg kick that knocks MacIntyre off balance momentarily.
Van Buren on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by MacIntyre. MacIntyre obviously looking to wear him down.
Some bone on bone action there as MacIntyre checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacIntyre goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Van Buren fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches MacIntyre on the side of the head.
MacIntyre's corner calls for a 1-2. MacIntyre obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
MacIntyre lands a head kick. Van Buren smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Van Buren throws out a loose jab but MacIntyre uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacIntyre lands a nice looking body shot.
A low kick from MacIntyre misses
and MacIntyre takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacIntyre looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Van Buren.
MacIntyre checks a low kick from Van Buren.
MacIntyre takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T3#
Van Buren takes one to the side of the head.
Van Buren moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
MacIntyre lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Van Buren circles away quickly and effectively.
Nice straight punches there by Van Buren. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Van Buren.
MacIntyre throws a leg kick but Van Buren checks it.
MacIntyre explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Van Buren takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Van Buren takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
MacIntyre lands with a slapping head kick.
MacIntyre lands a nice looking body kick.
MacIntyre fakes the leg kick and cracks Van Buren in the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacIntyre fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Van Buren.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Van Buren.
MacIntyre tries to work over Van Buren's front leg with a kick but Van Buren checks it.
MacIntyre misses with a body kick.
Van Buren throws out a counter right but MacIntyre avoids it with no problem.
Van Buren checks a leg kick. #T4#
Van Buren feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits MacIntyres jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A low kick from MacIntyre is predictable there
and Van Buren counters with a nice uppercut.
A clash of legs there as Van Buren blocks the low kick.
MacIntyre tries to land a body kick
and Van Buren counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Van Buren scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Van Buren lands with a slapping head kick.
Van Buren lands a two punch combo.
Van Buren takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Van Buren pivots, looking for a leg kick but MacIntyre is out of range and Van Buren settles back down.
Van Buren connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed MacIntyre momentarily.
MacIntyre has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Van Buren.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Van Buren avoids the body shot from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre throws a half hearted mid kick.
Joost Van Buren is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Van Buren throws a shot from downtown. MacIntyre moves away and avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Joost Van Buren.
Well Van Buren 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joost Van Buren!
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Event:
Gladiators 32 Simeonov v Kolov
Date: Jun 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Ivy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ivy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and MacIntyre counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacIntyre leaves Ivy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ivy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacIntyre throws out the jab.
Ivy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ivy with a poor takedown
and MacIntyre counters with a right hand to the body.
Robert MacIntyre has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wymond Ivy.
Ivy walks into a left hand.
Ivy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
MacIntyre is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ivy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as MacIntyre sprawls well. MacIntyre wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ivy gets slowly back to his feet.
It looked like MacIntyre wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacIntyre cracks Ivy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Ivy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. MacIntyre tries to avoid it but Ivy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag MacIntyre to the ground. MacIntyre escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from MacIntyre misses its target.
Ivy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with MacIntyre but MacIntyre pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ivy shoots for a double leg takedown but MacIntyre sprawls well. He's pushed Ivy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ivy goes for a double leg but MacIntyre avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as MacIntyre continues to drive forward.
Ivy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
MacIntyre scores with a jab to the head.
Nice uppercut lands for MacIntyre. That snapped Ivy's head back.
#ROC#
Ivy is rocked!
MacIntyre moves in close and cracks Ivy with a massive right hand! Ivy, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by MacIntyre!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert MacIntyre!
An out of breath Robert MacIntyre thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Gladiators 23 Power v Perry
Date: May 20, 2017 |
#R1#
Petrovs steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Petrovs blocks the body kick.
Petrovs lands with a shot to the body.
MacIntyre fakes the leg kick and cracks Petrovs in the body.
Petrovs avoids the body shot from MacIntyre.
Kaspars Petrovs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacIntyre uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Petrovs.
Petrovs lands a lovely overhand right.
Petrovs tries to clinch but MacIntyre moves away
enabling MacIntyre to counter with a crisp jab.
Petrovs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacIntyre manages to avoid it.
MacIntyre keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Petrovs.
MacIntyre is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
MacIntyre throws a nice inside leg kick.
MacIntyre connects with a solid leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petrovs tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T1#
Petrovs misses with a wild body shot.
Petrovs throws a series of strikes that have MacIntyre backpedaling.
#CUT2#
It looks like Robert MacIntyre has been cut.
MacIntyre drops his hands momentarily and Petrovs takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Petrovs looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
MacIntyre uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Petrovs.
Petrovs scores with a jab to the jaw.
MacIntyre on the wrong end of a nice hook.
MacIntyre bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A punch combination from Petrovs misses.
MacIntyre staying out of range there.
Petrovs moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petrovs looks to land a right hand but MacIntyre moved out of range.
Petrovs moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#T2#
Petrovs lands a right hook to the body.
MacIntyre throws out a loose jab but Petrovs uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacIntyre closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Petrovs looks to throw the jab but MacIntyre is out of range.
MacIntyre scores with a nice body kick.
Petrovs lands with a nice combination. MacIntyre backs away looking to recover.
MacIntyre fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Petrovs has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
MacIntyre staying out of range there.
Petrovs throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Petrovs throws a jab but it's blocked by MacIntyre.
Petrovs blocks the body kick.
Petrovs throws out a counter right but MacIntyre avoids it with no problem.
Petrovs ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Petrovs throws a looping overhand right but MacIntyre ducks down to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from MacIntyre misses the target.#T3#
MacIntyre lands a body shot.
MacIntyre takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Petrovs throws a big shot that misses.
Petrovs throws a hook but MacIntyre avoids it easily.
Petrovs scores with a nice strike.
MacIntyre moves out of range as Petrovs strikes.
MacIntyre tried to counter with a leg kick but Petrovs avoided it.
Petrovs lands a head shot.
MacIntyre ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Petrovs showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from MacIntyre.
Petrovs throws a lazy right hand but MacIntyre sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for MacIntyre.
MacIntyre moves out of range as Petrovs strikes.
MacIntyre lands a head shot.#T4#
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!
Petrovs scores with a nice right hand.
Petrovs comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Petrovs throws a left and a right that both miss
and MacIntyre counters with a nice kick to the body.
Petrovs looks to land a right hand but MacIntyre moved out of range.
Jab from Petrovs.
Petrovs throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Petrovs scores with a nice head shot.
Petrovs gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
MacIntyre throws a right hand that misses
#CL2#
and Petrovs counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Petrovs.
Petrovs struggles to land a body shot inside as MacIntyre controls his hands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Petrovs misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
MacIntyre breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Petrovs fails with an attempt to clinch.
Petrovs jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacIntyre was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kaspars Petrovs dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Robert MacIntyre's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Petrovs gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Petrovs with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling MacIntyre to score with a decent uppercut.
Petrovs throws a right and a left that MacIntyre avoids nicely.
MacIntyre misses with a body kick.
MacIntyre uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Petrovs.
Petrovs waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacIntyre.
Petrovs lands the left hand.
Petrovs moves out of range of the body kick.
Petrovs throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like MacIntyre wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrovs lands the left hand.
Petrovs swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good shot there by Petrovs.
MacIntyre throws a nice inside leg kick. #T1#
Petrovs swings widly with a right hand
and MacIntyre counters with a good low kick that Petrovs was not able to check.
MacIntyre attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
It looks like MacIntyre has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Petrovs might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
MacIntyre doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Petrovs uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacIntyre.
A slow jab from Petrovs misses its intended target.
Petrovs avoids the head kick by MacIntyre.
Petrovs looks to throw the jab but MacIntyre is out of range.
MacIntyre thinks about countering with a body kick.
The fighters circling - MacIntyre throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Petrovs thuds his right hand into MacIntyre's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
MacIntyre moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Petrovs pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacIntyre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Petrovs's corner calls for a 1-2. Petrovs obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Petrovs lands an uppercut out of nowhere! MacIntyre falls backwards - clearly groggy! Petrovs dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kaspars Petrovs!
Kaspars Petrovs is the new light heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Kaspars Petrovs thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Gladiators 16 Holton v Bravo
Date: Apr 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Petrovs is looking to clinch but MacIntyre is avoiding it.
An attempted straight right counter from MacIntyre misses the target.
Petrovs is looking to clinch but MacIntyre is avoiding it.
#CL2#
Petrovs gets a clinch.
MacIntyre blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petrovs manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
A shot in the inside from MacIntyre.
A shot in the inside from MacIntyre.
Petrovs misses with a knee to the head.
MacIntyre has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
MacIntyre lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Petrovs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacIntyre lands a nice uppercut.
Petrovs tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
MacIntyre misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacIntyre.
Petrovs letting MacIntyre take a breather here.
Petrovs landing knees to the head.
#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Petrovs.
Petrovs throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but MacIntyre blocks it with crossed arms.
MacIntyre lands a nice uppercut.
MacIntyre lands with a right to the head.
Come on MacIntyre - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#BC#
MacIntyre breaks from the clinch.
MacIntyre lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Petrovs checks a leg kick.
Petrovs tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. MacIntyre manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#KD#
MacIntyre lands a big right hand that sends Petrovs crashing to the mat! MacIntyre stays standing though and waves Petrovs back to his feet!#ROC#
Petrovs is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Kaspars Petrovs has been cut.
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!
Petrovs takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Petrovs is still on wobbly legs! Can MacIntyre finish him?
MacIntyre avoids the body shot from Petrovs.
MacIntyre connects with an inside leg kick.
Petrovs seems to have recovered his senses.
Petrovs tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. MacIntyre manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Petrovs throws a right and a left that both miss.
Petrovs keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Petrovs throws a body punch but MacIntyre moves out of range.
MacIntyre circles away from the clinch attempt.
MacIntyre throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Petrovs tries to close the distance and clinch up but MacIntyre swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Petrovs has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
MacIntyre looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Petrovs tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but MacIntyre paws at him with a jab and circles away.
MacIntyre fires out a quick counter leg kick but Petrovs just manages to avoid it.
MacIntyre swats away the attempt to clinch by Petrovs.#T3#
Petrovs connects with a single shot there.
The fight stays on the outside here - Petrovs looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
MacIntyre keeps the fight on the outside.
It appears MacIntyre was looking to counter with a kick there.
Kaspars Petrovs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheers as Petrovs lands an impressive looking overhand right. MacIntyre doesn't seem phased though.#CL2#
Petrovs forces MacIntyre back against the cage and clinches.
MacIntyre swings wildly with an uppercut but Petrovs uses good head movement to avoid it.
Petrovs using the Thai plumb to throw knees but MacIntyre has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Petrovs blocks a punch to the side of the head.
MacIntyre lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Petrovs backwards. #T4#
Petrovs looking to throw knees to the head but MacIntyre is blocking nicely.
Petrovs tries to land a knee to the head but MacIntyre blocks with his arms.
MacIntyre misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacIntyre scores with a nice hook to the head.
Petrovs looking to throw knees to the head but MacIntyre is blocking nicely.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Petrovs doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Petrovs using the Thai plumb to throw knees but MacIntyre has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Petrovs pushes MacIntyre back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacIntyre misses with a short punch on the inside.
Petrovs lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
MacIntyre will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Petrovs up against the cage.
Petrovs has a couple of punches blocked by MacIntyre.
Petrovs blocking some punches.
MacIntyre managing to block the knees to the body from Petrovs.
MacIntyre pushes Petrovs back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Petrovs misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacIntyre dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kaspars Petrovs's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
MacIntyre throws the kick towards the body but Petrovs avoids it.
Petrovs scores with a punch to the head.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
MacIntyre misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Petrovs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacIntyre.
MacIntyre avoiding damage as Petrovs throws knees to the body.
Petrovs lands a left hand that snaps the head of MacIntyre backwards.
MacIntyre blocking some punches.
Petrovs misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrovs pressing his opponent against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from MacIntyre fails to land.
Petrovs with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Petrovs in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
A short right from MacIntyre.
Petrovs blocks an uppercut.
#T1#
Petrovs digs a right hand into MacIntyre's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MacIntyre's gas tank.
A nice left hand lands by MacIntyre.
MacIntyre misses with a punch on the inside.
MacIntyre trying to stall but Petrovs improves his position.
Robert MacIntyre has scored more points in the clinch so far.
MacIntyre misses with some punches.
Petrovs goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacIntyre misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Petrovs throws a head punch that misses.
MacIntyre misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Petrovs tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Petrovs looking to throw knees to the head but MacIntyre is blocking nicely.
MacIntyre lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Petrovs prevents a body shot from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre working some nice short punches in the clinch.
MacIntyre working aggressively here.
MacIntyre cracks Petrovs with a nice body shot.
Petrovs is breathing heavily.
MacIntyre throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Petrovss head.
MacIntyre presses Petrovs against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for MacIntyre.
MacIntyre lands with a light punch inside.
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!
MacIntyre works on Petrovs's body with a couple of short punches.#T2#
MacIntyre lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Petrovs to his knees! MacIntyre keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacIntyre!
Robert MacIntyre seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Gladiators FN Bravo vs Cold
Date: Mar 13, 2017 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Van Buren.
MacIntyre lands with a thumping leg kick.
Van Buren pulls out of a head kick attempt.
MacIntyre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Van Buren scores with a head kick. MacIntyre tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
MacIntyre looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Van Buren fakes a jab and throws a low kick but MacIntyre checks it well.
Van Buren staying out of range there.
Van Buren sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Van Buren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Buren moves out of range of the body kick.
Van Buren moves out of range of the strikes.
MacIntyre checks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from MacIntyre misses the target.
Van Buren throws a head kick that misses.
Van Buren lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T1#
MacIntyre throws a solid leg kick but Van Buren takes the impact on his shin and smiles at MacIntyre.
MacIntyre throws a lazy uppercut
and Van Buren makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
MacIntyre avoids a kick to the body.
MacIntyre looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacIntyre walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Van Buren tries a low kick but MacIntyre avoids it.
Van Buren misses with a few strikes there.
MacIntyre checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Joost Van Buren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Buren sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
MacIntyre is looking to land body kicks.
A combination from Van Buren does no damage.
MacIntyre tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Van Buren throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Van Buren on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T2#
MacIntyre misses with an uppercut.
Van Buren scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
MacIntyre jabs Van Buren to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Van Buren ducks under a wild hook from MacIntyre.
Van Buren swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacIntyre ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Buren moves away.
Van Buren throws a lazy uppercut
and MacIntyre counters with a low kick, right behind Van Buren 's knee.
MacIntyre avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Van Buren just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMacIntyre.
MacIntyre is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
MacIntyre clobbers Van Buren with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Van Buren misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like MacIntyre wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacIntyre bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
MacIntyre is looking to slow Van Buren down with leg kicks.
Van Buren throws a leg kick that is checked
and Van Buren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
MacIntyre on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
MacIntyre scoring well with a low kick there.
Van Buren takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
MacIntyre misses with a low kick.
MacIntyre avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Van Buren tries to close the distance and clinch but MacIntyre swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
MacIntyre scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Van Buren throws a right hand that misses
and MacIntyre counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Buren walks forward, straight into a front kick from MacIntyre.
Van Buren connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
MacIntyre swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Van Buren just misses with a punch to the body.
Van Buren avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
A left lands for Van Buren.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from MacIntyre misses.
MacIntyre misses with a low kick.
Van Buren was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
MacIntyre lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Van Buren feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to MacIntyre's calf.
Van Buren misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Van Buren tries to close the distance and clinch up but MacIntyre swats him away and circles back towards the center.
MacIntyre tried to counter with a leg kick but Van Buren avoided it.
MacIntyre throws an overhand right that lands on Van Buren's shoulder, as Van Buren tries to avoid the shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by MacIntyre.
MacIntyre connects with a solid leg kick.
Van Buren lands with a straight right. MacIntyre didn't see that one coming.
Van Buren connects with a right hand. MacIntyre shakes it off.
Van Buren closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Good work by Van Buren as he checks the leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacIntyre dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Van Buren looks to land a combination but MacIntyre avoids it well.
Van Buren looks to throw the jab but MacIntyre is out of range.
MacIntyre misses with a body kick.
MacIntyre throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
MacIntyre takes a shot right to the bread basket.
An inside leg kick from MacIntyre misses.
A leg kick checked by MacIntyre.
MacIntyre moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Van Buren catches MacIntyre with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacIntyre takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
MacIntyre displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Van Buren throws out the jab.
Van Buren punishes MacIntyre's body with a nice straight punch.
Van Buren throws a body punch but MacIntyre moves out of range.
Van Buren moves in looking to clinch but MacIntyre pushes him off.#T1#
Van Buren misses with a leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacIntyre.
Van Buren slips under a jab.
Van Buren lands a nice leg kick that just misses MacIntyre's sensitive parts.
MacIntyre works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
MacIntyre throws a body punch but Van Buren moves out of range.
MacIntyre throws a front kick that sends Van Buren stumbling back into the cage.
MacIntyre tried to score with a low kick but Van Buren checks it.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from MacIntyre - that will leave a mark!
Van Buren closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Van Buren throws the kick towards the body but MacIntyre avoids it.
Van Buren thows a leg kick but MacIntyre checks it
and MacIntyre counters with a thumping low kick.
MacIntyre lands a nice shot to the body.
#T2#
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!
MacIntyre lets loose with a powerful body kick. Van Buren will feel that in the morning.
Van Buren is breathing heavily.
MacIntyre thumps Van Buren with a low kick.
MacIntyre feints and then cracks Van Buren's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Van Buren down.
Van Buren misses with an attempted mid kick.
MacIntyre lands with a thumping leg kick.
Van Buren's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
MacIntyre ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacIntyre.
Van Buren misses with a two punch combination.
MacIntyre connects with a jab.
MacIntyre misses with a jab, cross combination.
Van Buren has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
MacIntyre's jab looks to have found its range, popping Van Buren under the eye.
MacIntyre lands a leg kick that knocks Van Buren off balance momentarily.
Good shot there by MacIntyre.#ROC#
Van Buren is rocked!#T3#
Van Buren connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between MacIntyre's hands.
MacIntyre moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Van Buren is still on wobbly legs! Can MacIntyre finish him?
Van Buren has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre is looking to score with low kicks.
Van Buren seems to have recovered his senses.
MacIntyre swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Van Buren.
Van Buren throws the kick towards the body but MacIntyre avoids it.
Van Buren throws a leg kick
and MacIntyre counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
MacIntyre chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Van Buren can pounce on him.
Van Buren defending well as MacIntyre loads up on a big left hand.
Van Buren wants to clinch but MacIntyre slips to the side
and MacIntyre counters with a nice low kick that buckles Van Buren's knee momentarily.
Van Buren slips under a jab.
MacIntyre checks the leg kick.
MacIntyre tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Van Buren throws a low kick but MacIntyre moves out of range easily.
Jab, jab by MacIntyre - just one landing.
Van Buren misses with a low kick.
Robert MacIntyre is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacIntyre takes a swing at Van Buren's ribcage but misses.
MacIntyre's corner calls for a 1-2. MacIntyre obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
MacIntyre connects with a solid leg kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Van Buren might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, MacIntyre has got the better of the exchanges.
Van Buren misses with a head kick.
MacIntyre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
MacIntyre is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Van Buren takes a shot right to the bread basket.
MacIntyre lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Van Buren connects with an inside leg kick.
MacIntyre throws a hook but Van Buren avoids it easily.
MacIntyre scores with a jab to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert MacIntyre dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Van Buren throws a leg kick
and MacIntyre cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Van Buren throws a hook but MacIntyre avoids it easily.
Van Buren does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
MacIntyre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Van Buren lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
MacIntyre misses with a double jab.
MacIntyre feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Van Buren's calf.
Van Buren throws a solid leg kick but MacIntyre takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Van Buren.
Van Buren is looking to chop away at MacIntyre's legs.
Van Buren tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and MacIntyre is able to avoid easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacIntyre takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A swing and a miss from Van Buren.
MacIntyre throws a push kick but Van Buren slaps the foot to one side.
MacIntyre wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
MacIntyre moves out of range of the body kick.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Van Buren on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Van Buren takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Van Buren looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #KD#
MacIntyre sends Van Buren crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! MacIntyre is motioning to the referee to let Van Buren up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
MacIntyre lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Van Buren falls backwards - clearly groggy! MacIntyre dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacIntyre!
After winning the bout, Robert MacIntyre thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
RVFL 2 - MacIntyre vs Kaladze
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kaladze on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL#
MacIntyre closes the distance and pushes Kaladze back into the cage.
MacIntyre lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kaladze backwards.
MacIntyre lands with a short shot to the head.
Kaladze has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. MacIntyre is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
MacIntyre gets through Kaladze's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
MacIntyre lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
MacIntyre breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
MacIntyre drives through and clinches with Kaladze against the cage.
MacIntyre misses with some punches.
MacIntyre lands a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kaladze wants to take the fight to the mat but MacIntyre manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T1#
MacIntyre lands a nice uppercut.
MacIntyre taking a breather.
Still in the clinch, MacIntyre scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
MacIntyre's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Robert MacIntyre seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
BAM! MacIntyre delivers a spinning backfist that drops Kaladze like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Robert MacIntyre!
Robert MacIntyre is the new light heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Robert MacIntyre, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 04, 2016 |
#R1#
Crosier wants to clinch.
Crosier takes one to the chin there.#CUT2#
It looks like Larry Crosier has been cut.
MacIntyre paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
MacIntyre dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Crosier misses the jab.
Crosier throws a big shot that misses.
Decent striking displayed by Crosier there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by MacIntyre. #CL#
Crosier moves into range and clinches up with MacIntyre.
Crosier misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacIntyre taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
MacIntyre's coach down at London Top Tier was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on MacIntyre's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Crosier misses with a hook to the ribs.
Crosier lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Nice body punch from Crosier.
Crosier scores with a nice hook to the head.
MacIntyre's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
MacIntyre pushes Crosier back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacIntyre misses with a punch on the inside.
MacIntyre trying to control the position but instead, Crosier has worked for underhooks and has pushed MacIntyre into the cage.
MacIntyre lands a body shot.
Crosier fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Crosier tries a body shot but MacIntyre blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacIntyre.
Crosier lands with a right to the head.
Nice body punch from MacIntyre - that landed with a thud.
Crosier keeps control of MacIntyre as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
MacIntyre misses with some punches.
MacIntyre misses with the head strike.
#T2#
Crosier softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Crosier misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2#
MacIntyre pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Crosier missing with a left hand there. MacIntyre was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
MacIntyre moves into the clinch successfully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacIntyre.
MacIntyre misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacIntyre tries to break free but Crosier pushes him back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Crosier.
MacIntyre swings wildly with an uppercut but Crosier uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacIntyre lands a shoulder strike.
Crosier misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Still in the clinch, Crosier scores with a nice short uppercut.
Crosier takes a shot to the head. #T3#
Crosier swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacIntyre lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Crosier is rocked!#CUT2#
Larry Crosier's cut is getting worse.
Crosier blocking some punches.
Oh Crosier is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
MacIntyre lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Crosier fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MacIntyre.
Crosier swings wildly with an uppercut but MacIntyre uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacIntyre prevents a body shot from Crosier.
MacIntyre misses with the head strike.
MacIntyre misses with some punches.
Crosier blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from MacIntyre fails to land.
Crosier letting MacIntyre take a breather here.
Crosier blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacIntyre throws a punch but it's blocked by Crosier.
MacIntyre swings wildly with an uppercut but Crosier uses good head movement to avoid it.
Crosier blocking some punches.
MacIntyre misses with a short punch on the inside.
MacIntyre blocking some punches.
MacIntyre throws a head punch that misses.
Crosier blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Crosier blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Crosier doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacIntyre misses with a punch on the inside.
MacIntyre misses with some punches.
MacIntyre swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacIntyre misses with a punch on the inside.
Crosier blocking some punches.
MacIntyre creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Crosier's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Crosier drops to his knees and MacIntyre pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacIntyre!
Robert MacIntyre decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by MacIntyre.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from MacIntyre, right into the meat.
Budd swings for the body but MacIntyre moves out of range.
A nice side step and MacIntyre releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
MacIntyre swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Budd lands a nice shot to the body.
Budd misses with a looping right.
A jab from Budd misses.
MacIntyre ducks under a wild hook from Budd.
Budd misses with an uppercut.
Budd tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL#
Budd moves into the clinch.
Budd misses with a punch on the inside.
MacIntyre misses with a body punch.
Budd throws a head punch that misses.
Budd throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MacIntyres head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Budd creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
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!
MacIntyre lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Budd lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
MacIntyre tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacIntyre misses with a hook to the ribs.
Budd lands a right hand that snaps the head of MacIntyre backwards.
Budd scores with a nice hook to the head.
MacIntyre lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
MacIntyre takes a shot to the head.
MacIntyre misses with a punch on the inside.
MacIntyre looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
MacIntyre throws a punch but it's blocked by Budd.
MacIntyre lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Budd blocks an uppercut.
Budd misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from Budd.
MacIntyre scores with an uppercut up the middle.
MacIntyre misses with a punch to the body.
MacIntyre gets through Budd's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of 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!
MacIntyre looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Budd.
MacIntyre misses with a punch on the inside.
MacIntyre struggles to land a body shot inside as Budd controls his hands.
MacIntyre lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Budd backwards. #T2#
Budd fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
MacIntyre misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from MacIntyre fails to land.
Budd misses with a punch on the inside.
MacIntyre doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacIntyre doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Budd throws a head punch that misses.
MacIntyre misses with the head strike.
MacIntyre misses with the head strike.
Budd lands with a short punch from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Budd creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
MacIntyre lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Budd backwards.
Budd blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2#
MacIntyre's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
MacIntyre fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nice body kick from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre misses with a wild body shot.
MacIntyre connects with a leg kick. Budd looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T3#
Nice jab there from MacIntyre.
A nice leg kick lands there from MacIntyre.
MacIntyre fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Budd misses with a lunging right hand
and MacIntyre counters with an inside leg kick.
Budd is breathing heavily.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from MacIntyre, right into the meat.
MacIntyre moves away from the strike by Budd.
MacIntyre lands a nice looking kick to the body. Budd takes a step back to recover.
MacIntyre feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Budd's calf.
Budd throws a poor cross that misses
and MacIntyre counters with an outside leg kick.
MacIntyre connects with an inside leg kick.
A shot to the liver by MacIntyre. Beautiful body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacIntyre looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T4#
MacIntyre circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Budd to the canvas! Budd doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - MacIntyre keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert MacIntyre!
After winning the bout, Robert MacIntyre thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 19, 2016 |
#R1#
MacIntyre tries to score a power double leg takedown but Styles sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten MacIntyre somewhat.
MacIntyre shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Styles dives in and scores a takedown into MacIntyre's guard.
Styles is stalling in the full guard.
Styles advances position into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Styles is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. MacIntyre knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Styles scoring with punches from side control. #T1#
Styles controls the position.
MacIntyre tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Styles moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Styles has knee on belly and moves into mount. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Styles sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Styles is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. MacIntyre can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Styles working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Styles controlling his opponent.
MacIntyre wants to control but Styles is having none of it.
Styles content just to control the position here. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
MacIntyre tries to hold on but Styles pushes him away.
MacIntyre flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Styles controlling from the full mount.
Styles landing strikes from the mount.
MacIntyre is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T4##SUB2#
Styles has control of MacIntyre's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and MacIntyre regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Styles lands with some vicious ground and pound - can MacIntyre hang on?
MacIntyre is in a horrible position here. Styles smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Styles working for a guillotine from mount but MacIntyre is in no mood to give up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Styles lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dean Jericho Styles dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
MacIntyre tries to sprawl but Styles drives through with a takedown into half guard.
MacIntyre tries to get to full guard but Styles has control of the leg.
Well, if Styles is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
MacIntyre trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacIntyre on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Styles performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T1#
Styles blocks the strikes from MacIntyre.
Styles keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Styles moves nicely into side control.
Styles controlling from side mount. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
MacIntyre tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU2#
Styles decides to stand back up.
MacIntyre tries to score a power double leg takedown but Styles sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten MacIntyre somewhat.#T3##TD2#
Styles shoots in and bounces MacIntyre off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
MacIntyre wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Styles is now in half guard.
Styles is nestled in close to MacIntyre, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Styles is nestled in close to MacIntyre, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Styles sitting and controlling from the half guard.
MacIntyre flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
#T4#
MacIntyre scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Styles manages to mount him!
#SUB2#
Styles has control of MacIntyre's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and MacIntyre regains control of the situation pretty easily.
MacIntyre knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Styles on the ground.
MacIntyre is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Styles looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dean Jericho Styles showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! MacIntyre's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
MacIntyre throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Styles's waist but Styles gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing MacIntyre off to one side.
MacIntyre fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Styles bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
MacIntyre tries to control but Styles manages to take his back.
Styles has good solid back control here.
Styles is working the ground and pound. Can MacIntyre escape?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacIntyre covers up after that shot from Styles.
#SUB2#
MacIntyre is trying to defend against the choke here but Styles has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Styles Tightens the hold and MacIntyre taps out furiously! Styles displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dean Jericho Styles!
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