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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 31, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Taylor dives in and scores a takedown into Roth's guard.
Roth has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Taylor scoring with some ground and pound.
Roth really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Taylor sitting in guard here, content to control.
Roth is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Taylor wants to stand but Roth is controlling his posture from full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roth is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Taylor controls from within his opponent's guard.
Taylor wants to stand and escape but instead Roth has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Taylor wants to stand and escape but Roth is having none of it.
Taylor bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Roth's guard. #REVB#
Roth trying to control the position.
Roth looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Roth looking to control.
Roth will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Taylor is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Roth looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Roth wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Taylor stays in close to Roth's body and controls the position.
Taylor looking to pass the guard.
Taylor controlling from the top position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Taylor wants to get up but he can't break Roth's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3##CL2#
Taylor gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Taylor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Taylor drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Taylor trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Roth is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Taylor is working Roth over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Taylor trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Roth is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Roth wants to sweep but no luck.
Roth trying to keep a closed guard but Taylor is proving a slippery customer.
Taylor landing some decent shots from guard.
Taylor sitting in guard here, content to control.
Taylor content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Taylor 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.
Taylor trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Justin Taylor dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Roth has his takedown stuffed
and Taylor counters with a three punch combo that has Roth backing up. Roth nods at Taylor to acknowledge the strikes.#ROC2#
Roth is rocked!#TD2#
Taylor shoots in for a takedown. Oh, that's a huge slam! Roth is on queer street and Taylor is pounding down on him with a barage of strikes. The ref is forced to step in and stop the fight. Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Justin Taylor!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 16, 2018 |
#R1#
Roth fails to land the takedown.
Roth tries to clinch there but Fiore circles away.
#CL#
Roth closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Fiore turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
You can see the frustration on Roth's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Fiore lands a nice forearm strike.
Fiore scoring with punches and elbows. #CUT2#
It looks like Riley Roth has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fiore working away.
Fiore tries to move to mount but Roth blocks the move with his legs.
Roth is working to avoid the ground and pound but Fiore connects with a decent elbow.
Roth is trying to control Fiore's posture but Fiore avoids it. #T1#
Fiore tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Roth can't do much from the bottom here.
Fiore scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Roth is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Fiore can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lorenzo Fiore!
After the fight, Lorenzo Fiore 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 05, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Morales has Roth up against the cage in a clinch.
Morales wants to break the clinch but can't.
Roth throws an elbow but it misses.
Roth displaying some good clinch control by pressing Morales up against the cage.
Morales fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Morales has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Roth after a bit of a struggle.
Morales blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Roth landing knees to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roth looking to stall.
Roth manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Roth creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T1#
Roth keeps control of Morales as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Roth manages to break the clinch.
Morales tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Roth swivels and escapes.
A quick step to the side and Roth tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Riley Roth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nicolas Morales.
Morales shoots in looking for a takedown. Roth tries to sprawl out of it but Morales keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Roth manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Roth is looking for a counter combo.
The fight stays on the outside here - Roth looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Roth has closed the distance and engaged Morales in a clinch.
Morales jumps guard but Roth stands there with Morales around his waist. Morales gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#T2#
Roth stalling.
#TD2#
Morales jumps guard.
Morales tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Roth throws a big right hand that misses.
Roth lands a couple of digs.
Roth's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Roth throwing strikes from guard but Morales blocks nicely.
Roth looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Morales working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Roth doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Roth manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Roth 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.
Morales utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Roth 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.
Roth chips away with some ground and pound.
Roth showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Roth works over Morales with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Morales looking to control but Roth passes into half guard.
Roth slips a nice elbow through Morales's hands, connecting with Morales's forehead.
Roth really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Morales manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Roth postures up.
Roth keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Morales's head.
Morales not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Roth is looking to work some ground and pound but Morales has wrist control.
Roth stays in close to Morales's body and controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morales preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Morales working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Roth.
Roth stands up over Morales, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Roth dominated that round.
That's time! Roth's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Morales drives through and clinches with Roth against the cage.
Morales looking for a takedown.
Morales letting Roth take a breather here.
Roth tries to stall but Morales uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Roth is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Morales can do to turn this around?
Morales takes a knee right on the jaw!
#BC#
Roth breaks from the clinch.
Morales tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Roth defends well and Morales ends up having to push Roth into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Morales just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRoth.
Morales looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Roth is fending him off so far but Morales persists. Nope, Roth circles away and we're back to standing.
Riley Roth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nicolas Morales.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Roth closes the distance and clinches.
Roth misses with a knee to the head.
Roth tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Roth slowing the pace effectively.#T1#
Morales tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Roth just stands there and leans against the cage.
Morales is trying to drag Roth to the mat but Roth just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Morales is working for takedown but Roth is calmly controlling the position for now.
Morales is breathing heavily.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Morales. #BC#
Roth breaks from the clinch.
Morales jabs Roth right on the nose. Roth blinks but takes it well.
Roth doesn't manage to clinch there - Morales circles away.
#CL2#
Morales moves into the clinch.#BC#
Roth breaks from the clinch.
Morales lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Roth circles away quickly and effectively.
Roth fires out a quick counter leg kick but Morales just manages to avoid it.#T2#
Roth doesn't manage to clinch there - Morales circles away.
Morales throws a right and a left that Roth avoids nicely. #CL2#
Morales closes the distance and clinches.
Roth with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Morales letting Roth take a breather here.#BC#
Roth's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Morales fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Roth appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Morales fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Roth moves to clinch but Morales breaks away
enabling Morales to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Roth closes the distance and clinches.#T3#
Morales is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Roth is keeping busy.
Roth with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Roth lands with a left to the head.
Morales looking to slow down the pace here.#BC#
Roth manages to break the clinch.
Roth moves in looking to clinch but Morales pushes him off.
Nicolas Morales is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Roth shoots in for a takedown but Morales shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Roth gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Roth throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
#BC#
Roth breaks the clinch.
#T4##CL2#
Morales moves into the clinch.
Morales is trying to force a seperation but Roth has the dominant position.
Morales avoids a wild elbow strike from Roth.
Roth with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #BC#
Roth escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Morales fails with a takedown attempt.
Roth was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Morales lands a glancing blow to the side of Roth's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Roth dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Morales fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Roth, pushing him back against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Roth.
Roth has Morales pushed against the cage.
Roth wants to stall.
#BC#
Roth's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Morales fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Roth, pushing him back against the cage.
Roth leaning against his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roth is looking to control Morales's arms but Morales gets an underhook and turns him. Now Roth has his back to the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Riley Roth.#TD#
Roth closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Morales quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Morales has one foot on Roth's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Nicolas Morales seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Morales shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Roth pinned against the cage. Roth gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Roth wants to clinch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Roth. #CL2#
Morales has closed the distance and engaged Roth in a clinch.
#TD2#
Morales jumps guard.
Roth with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2##SUB2#
Morales escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Roth gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Roth wants to get up but he can't break Morales's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Roth stands up over Morales, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Roth wants to control from the top but Morales keeps moving.
Roth 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.
Roth is looking to stand up but Morales won't let him.
Morales keeping moving, preventing Roth from controlling successfully.
Morales will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Roth slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Morales forces Roth back against the cage and clinches.
Riley Roth has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T3##TD2#
Morales jumps into guard, dragging Roth to the mat.
#SU#
Roth decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Morales takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Morales throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Morales shoots for a takedown but Roth saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Morales dives in for a single leg takedown but Roth sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Riley Roth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nicolas Morales.
Roth tries to close the distance and clinch but Morales swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Roth gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Roth will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Morales up against the cage.
Roth is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Roth seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.#T4#
Roth tries a knee to the head but Morales blocks it.
Morales is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Roth throws a knee to the head but misses.
Roth tries to land a knee to the head but Morales blocks with his arms.
Morales wants to get back to striking at distance but Roth won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Roth stalling the fight.
Morales lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Roth backwards.
Nicolas Morales has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Riley Roth is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Morales lands a shoulder strike.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nicolas Morales comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Roth 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 29:28
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Riley Roth!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 25, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Roth clinches up against the cage.
Roth pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#TD2#
Barcolar has Roth pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Barcolar pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Roth tumbling to the mat - Barcolar dives into Roth's guard.
Barcolar looking to pass the guard.
Barcolar 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Roth wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Barcolar is now in half guard.
Barcolar tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Roth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barcolar controlling the action here.
Roth tries to roll over but Barcolar keeps him under control.#T1#
Roth is refusing to be controlled, as Barcolar sits in half guard.
Barcolar throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Barcolar missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Barcolar throws a strike but Roth avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Barcolar stopping the sweep attempt from Roth.
Barcolar is fighting to break Roth's control of his arms but Roth is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Roth tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Barcolar showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Barcolar trying to control but Roth is working from the bottom.
Roth not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Marcellus Barcolar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Barcolar tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Roth smiles and moves away.
A big right from Barcolar misses.
Roth moves in looking to clinch but Barcolar pushes him off.#CL#
Roth fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Barcolar, pushing him back against the cage.
Roth is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC2#
Barcolar manages to break the clinch.
Roth really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3#
Roth defending well as Barcolar loads up on a big left hand.
Roth tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Barcolar counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL#
Roth clinches up with Barcolar and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Barcolar breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Roth fails with an attempt to clinch.
Barcolar lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL2#
Barcolar gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Roth misses with an elbow strike.
Roth missing with knees to the body.
#BC2#
Barcolar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Barcolar shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Roth as he avoids it easily.
Riley Roth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcellus Barcolar.#T4#
Barcolar circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
Roth rushes Barcolar and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Barcolar stalling in the clinch.
Barcolar is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Roth is defending well.#BC2#
Barcolar breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Barcolar pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Roth is looking to clinch but Barcolar is avoiding it.
Roth stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Roth wants it to stay on the feet.
Barcolar looks winded!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barcolar shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Roth sprawls well. Roth wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Barcolar gets slowly back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Marcellus Barcolar 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#
Roth tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Roth is looking to clinch but Barcolar is avoiding it.
Roth displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Barcolar.
Barcolar looks to land a combination but Roth avoids it well.
Roth tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Barcolar paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD#
Roth looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Roth postures up in Barcolar's guard and throws a big left but Barcolar blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Barcolar working for a triangle but Roth defends it easily.
#SU#
Barcolar is working an open guard so Roth takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T1##CL#
Roth moves into the clinch successfully.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Roth just misses with a elbow thrown towards Barcolar's brow.
Barcolar letting Roth take a breather here.
Roth is stalling here.
Barcolar is trying to drag Roth to the mat but Roth just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Barcolar tries for a takedown. No joy.
Riley Roth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcellus Barcolar.
Barcolar is breathing heavily.
Roth gets underhooks to prevent Barcolar's takedown attempt.
Roth stalling against the cage.
#T2#
Barcolar wants to break free but Roth has control.
#BC#
Roth escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Roth rushes Barcolar and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Roth pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Barcolar gets caught flat footed, as Roth shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Roth wants to control from the top but Barcolar keeps moving.
Barcolar managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Barcolar looking for a guillotine here but Roth defends easily.
#T3#
Roth scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Roth postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Roth is in close to Barcolar's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Riley Roth overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Roth would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Roth trying to control the position from guard on top but Barcolar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Roth won't allow Barcolar to sweep him here.
Roth postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Roth throws a big right hand that misses.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Roth trying to control the position from guard on top but Barcolar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Barcolar shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Roth manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Barcolar is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Roth pulls Barcolar in close to his closed guard and prevents Barcolar from doing any damage or advancing position.
Roth will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Barcolar slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Roth wants to stand but Barcolar is controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Roth dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Roth gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Roth as Barcolar tries to tie him up.
Roth is trying to break free.
Barcolar jumps guard but Roth turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Roth wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Roth working hard to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barcolar leaning against his opponent.
Riley Roth has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A bit of stalling here from Roth.
Barcolar drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Barcolar is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Roth to keep the fight standing.
Riley Roth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcellus Barcolar.#T1##BC2#
Barcolar's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The fight stays on the outside here - Roth looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Roth is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Roth moves in looking to clinch but Barcolar pushes him off.
Barcolar shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Roth sprawls well. Roth wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Barcolar gets slowly back to his feet.
Roth was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Barcolar throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD2#
Roth tries to sprawl but Barcolar drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Barcolar takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Roth trying to control but Barcolar postures up.
Roth desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Barcolar prevents Roth from improving his position.
Roth keeping hold of Barcolar's head, controlling as best he can.
Roth has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Barcolar trying to control the action but Roth is working from the bottom.
Barcolar slows the pace down in half guard.
Barcolar has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Barcolar throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Roth tries to lock up and control but Barcolar gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Roth keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Roth tries to hold on but Barcolar postures up.#SUB2#
Barcolar has hold of Roth's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Roth manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Roth tries to lock up and control but Barcolar gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Roth is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barcolar punching from mount but Roth doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Barcolar content just to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marcellus Barcolar comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Barcolar 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:29
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marcellus Barcolar!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 09, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Roth gets a takedown into half guard.
Roth trying to control the action but Bruno is working from the bottom.
Bruno keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Roth thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Bruno actively working from the bottom here.
Roth performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Bruno is looking to control Roth's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bruno avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roth tries to stand and escape but Bruno is controlling the position.
Roth prevents Bruno from improving his position.
Bruno is still trying to improve position.
Roth really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Bruno is trying to maintain the position but Roth is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Bruno regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Bruno is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Roth has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bruno trying to control the position.
Bruno might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Roth haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Roth is working Bruno over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Bruno looking to control.
Bruno working a defensive guard but Roth passes into half guard.
Bruno on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bruno is trying to get back to full guard.
Bruno wants to control but Roth is keeping busy.
#T2#
Roth tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Bruno.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Roth connects with a nice short shot to Bruno's temple.
Bruno on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bruno is trying to stand up here but Roth is controlling him well.
Well, if Roth 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.
#SUB#
Roth is trying to work for a kimura but Bruno is defending well.
Roth working over Bruno with some ground and pound. Bruno looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bruno trying to hold on to Roth's head to control him but Roth postures up.
Bruno is looking to escape.#T3#
Ground and pound from Roth. #SUB2#
Bruno looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bruno looks winded!
Roth seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bruno does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ground and pound from Roth.
Roth will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Roth thows a huge punch but Bruno dodges it nicely.
Bruno is looking to improve his position.
Bruno is staying active underneath Roth, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Bruno looking for submissions off his back.
Roth is taking a breather. Bruno 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.
Roth throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4##SUB#
Roth is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bruno sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Bruno looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Roth tries to stand but can't do so whilst Bruno controls his leg.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bruno is looking for a sweep. Roth is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Roth seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bruno does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bruno is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Roth lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bruno is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Roth seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Roth 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#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bruno is defended easily by Roth.
Roth tries to clinch but Bruno moves out of range. #TD2#
Bruno closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Roth to the mat! Roth manages to get full guard.
Bruno tries to free his leg and advance position but Roth is retaining full guard.
Roth lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Bruno working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Roth.
Roth is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bruno can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Roth decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Bruno, up you get! #TD2#
Bruno drives through with a takedown into Roth's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Roth is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Bruno is breathing heavily.#T1#
Bruno wants to stand but Roth is controlling his posture from full guard.
Bruno passes Roth's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Roth is defending against the submission attempts here by Bruno.
Bruno thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Roth's head. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Roth is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Roth is trying to maintain the position but Bruno is very close to passing his half guard.
Roth is refusing to be controlled, as Bruno sits in half guard.
Roth keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Bruno clinches up with Roth and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Roth gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bruno.
Bruno tries for a takedown but Roth manages to get underhooks.
Riley Roth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Guigo Bruno.
Come on Roth - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A bit of stalling here from Roth.
Bruno is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Roth gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Roth is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Bruno wants to break free but Roth has control.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#BC2#
Bruno manages to break the clinch.
Bruno shoots in but Roth avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
Roth clinches up with Bruno and pushes him back against the cage.
Bruno tries to pull guard but Roth forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Roth blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#BC#
Roth breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Roth is looking to clinch but Bruno is avoiding it.
#CL2#
Bruno drives through and clinches with Roth against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Guigo Bruno showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Bruno changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Roth tries to avoid it but Bruno manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Roth to the ground. Roth escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Roth tried to counter with a leg kick but Bruno avoided it.#TD#
Roth shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bruno manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Roth scoring with punches to the head and body.
Roth lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Roth wants to control from the top but Bruno keeps moving.
Roth 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bruno is on top in guard.
#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roth keeping moving, preventing Bruno from controlling successfully.
Roth looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bruno is one step ahead there. #T1#
Roth controlling Bruno's posture.
Bruno postures up.
Roth has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bruno postures up.
Bruno lands a couple of digs.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Roth looking to control.
Roth keeping full guard, as Bruno tries to pass.
Riley Roth overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Roth is trying to keep Bruno in close.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bruno trying to control but Roth is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Roth is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bruno's half guard.
Bruno is looking to improve his position.
Bruno manages to get to full guard.
#T3##SUB2#
Bruno escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Roth gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Roth controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bruno is trying to control the position but Roth postures up.
Bruno keeping moving, preventing Roth from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Roth got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bruno has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Roth has managed to get both his arms back between Bruno's legs - danger averted.
Roth distracts Bruno with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Roth trying to control but Bruno is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bruno is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Roth sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Roth working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Roth wants to control from the top but Bruno keeps moving.
Bruno 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Roth working some strikes from top 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 Riley Roth.
Well Roth 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:29
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 29:28
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Riley Roth!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Roth tries to clinch up but Silva circles away and keeps his distance.
Silva tries to counter by closing the distance.
Silva throws a head kick but Roth moves out of range.
#CL2#
Silva forces Roth back against the cage and clinches.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Stalling in the clinch from Roth.
Silva dodges an elbow strike from Roth.
Silva lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Silva blocks an elbow strike from Roth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Roth wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Silva has him pressed against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Roth throws an elbow but misses.
Roth has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Silva unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Roth lands an elbow inside. #BC2#
Silva's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Roth tries to clinch up but Silva circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Roth fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Silva, pushing him back against the cage.
Silva tries to work over Roth's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Roth avoiding damage as Silva throws knees to the body.
Roth leaning against his opponent.
#BC#
Roth breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Roth tries to close the distance and clinch up but Silva swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
Silva lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Roth circles away quickly and effectively.
Roth wants to clinch.
Silva shoots for a double leg takedown but Roth sprawls well. He's pushed Silva's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Silva lands a right hook to the body.
#TD2#
Silva gets a takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Silva is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Roth has managed to free his arm - good work.
Silva wants to stand up but Roth has a hold of him and won't allow it. #T3#
Roth is looking to control Silva's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Roth avoid being mounted?
Silva keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Roth is looking to control Silva's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Roth avoid being mounted?
Silva is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Roth trying to control but Silva postures up.
Roth looks like he's trying to stand up.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Roth really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD#
Roth looking to score a takedown here. Silva is defending well but Roth drives through and ends up in Silva's guard.#ES2#
Silva has his feet on Roth's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T4#
Roth wants to clinch up but Silva keeps it at a distance.
Silva pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL#
Roth darts in and clinches Silva up against the cage.
Roth tries to circle away but Silva has him pinned against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Roth.
Silva is trying to pull guard but Roth turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Javie Silva 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#
Silva fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Silva has Roth up against the cage in a clinch.
Roth effectively controlling the action here.
Roth wants to break free but Silva has control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roth tries to break free but Silva pushes him back against the cage.
Silva lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Silva misses with a punch to the body.
Roth stalls.
Roth stalling against the cage.
Roth seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Roth throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Roth with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC2#
Silva breaks from the clinch.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
No joy there for Silva, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Roth looks to clinch
and Silva counters with a left and a right that stings Roth. #TD#
Roth scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Silva wants to get back to his feet.
Roth is looking to take a break and control but Silva is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SU#
Roth decides to stand back up.
Silva shoots in for a takedown but Roth shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Silva is trying hard to land a takedown here. Roth sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Riley Roth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Javie Silva.#T3#
Silva stuffs the takedown.#CL2#
Silva clinches.
Silva has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Roth leaning his opponent against the cage.
Roth lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Silva is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Roth to keep the fight standing.
Silva wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Silva content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#T4#
Silva is looking to break free of the clinch but Roth has double underhooks.
Silva misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Roth.
Roth looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Roth trying to land knees to the body.
Silva fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Roth.
Roth is struggling to control the position.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Roth for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Roth throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva working hard to break the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Javie Silva will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Silva shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Silva was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silva is looking to take a break and control but Roth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Roth's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Roth is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Silva goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Roth has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Silva but great work by Roth.
The ground and pound from Roth seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Silva managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Roth.
Silva is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T1##SUB#
Roth is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Roth lands a nice short elbow.
Silva is looking to improve his position.
Silva is pressing down on Roth's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Roth got a little sloppy there for a moment and Silva has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Roth has managed to get both his arms back between Silva's legs - danger averted.#SU#
Silva is working an open guard so Roth takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Silva takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Silva misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
Silva pushes Roth up against the cage in a clinch.#T2##TD2#
Silva successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2#
Silva working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Roth doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Roth manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Roth landing some decent shots from guard.
Roth is in close to Silva's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Roth lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Roth throws a big elbow that misses. #SU#
Roth stands up from Silva's guard - Roth perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL#
Roth rushes Silva and presses him up against the cage.#T3#
Roth leaning against his opponent.
Roth pressing his opponent against the cage.
Roth is trying to break the clinch but Silva is controlling him.
Riley Roth has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD2#
Silva pulls Roth into guard.
#SUB2#
Silva throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Roth escapes and throws Silva's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Roth throws a strike aimed at the side of Silva's head but Silva avoids it well.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Silva's face as Roth controls the position.
Silva tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Roth wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Roth tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Roth is staying tight to Silva's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Roth seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Silva for as long as he can get away with.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Roth working away.
Riley Roth has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Javie Silva is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Silva tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Riley Roth showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Silva 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:29
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Javie Silva!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Sharma pivots, looking for a leg kick but Roth is out of range and Sharma settles back down.
Roth fires out a quick counter leg kick but Sharma just manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Roth gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Sharma to score an easy takedown into full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Roth holds on and takes a little breather.
Sharma sitting in guard here, content to control.
Roth is pulling down on Sharma's head to control his posture.
Roth 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.
Sharma is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Roth is controlling Sharma's posture.
Roth throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#T1#
Roth throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Roth lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Roth working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Roth with a flurry of punches that miss.
Roth missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Roth trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sharma is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Roth is controlling him.
Sharma preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Roth connects with a couple of short punches.
Roth trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Roth really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
Sharma is looking to stand up but Roth isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Roth drives through and clinches with Sharma against the cage.
Roth wants to break free but Sharma has control.
Roth has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Roth pressing his opponent against the cage.
Roth is pushing Sharma up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Stalling in the clinch from Roth.
Roth gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#T3#
A head punch on the inside from Sharma fails to land.
Roth avoiding damage.
Roth working hard to break the clinch.#TD2#
Sharma manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Roth sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Roth has gone for a leg lock! Sharma slips out almost immediately though and dives into Roth's guard.#REVB#
Sharma stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Roth swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Sharma showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Sharma passes Roth's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Roth trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Roth is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sharma wants to free his trapped foot but Roth is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sharma not doing much here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Abhishek Sharma will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sharma misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Roth looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Roth throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Roth is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Roth throwing strikes from guard but Sharma blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roth stops Sharma from standing up.
Roth trying to control but Sharma is working from the bottom. #T1#
Roth controls from within his opponent's guard.
Roth loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Roth 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. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Roth rushes Sharma and presses him up against the cage.
Roth is struggling to control the position.
Sharma is trying to drag Roth to the mat but Roth just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Roth tries to land a knee to the head but Sharma blocks with his arms.
Roth pressing his opponent against the cage.
Roth with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Roth is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
#TD2#
Sharma has clasped his hands together around Roth's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #T3#
Roth tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sharma wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sharma staying calm.
Roth is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sharma works his way into full mount!
Sharma looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Roth gets back to half guard.
Sharma wants to take a breather but Roth is having none of it.
Roth is looking for a sweep. Sharma is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sharma content to control rather than advance.
Sharma wants to get back to his feet.
Sharma works his way into full mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Sharma working for a guillotine from mount but Roth is in no mood to give up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Roth dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sharma.
Riley Roth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A frustrated look appears on Sharma's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Roth stops a takedown attempt from Sharma.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roth taking a breather.
Roth leaning his opponent against the cage.
Sharma jumps guard but Roth stands there with Sharma around his waist. Sharma gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Riley Roth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abhishek Sharma.#T1#
Roth leaning against his opponent.
Roth throws a knee to the head but misses.
Sharma has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Roth after a bit of a struggle.
Sharma being controlled against the cage.
Roth holding his opponent close, against the cage.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Roth for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Roth has had enough of the clinch but Sharma keeps him there for the moment.
Roth working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sharma looking for a takedown. #BC#
Roth manages to break the clinch.
#TD2#
Sharma closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Roth did well to prevent Sharma getting side control.
Roth has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sharma is working away from the top position though.
Sharma wants to pass to mount but Roth is defending the position. #T3#
Sharma seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Roth does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sharma content to control rather than advance.
Roth is trying to control but can't.
Roth desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Sharma passes to full mount!
Sharma looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sharma tries to control but Roth wriggling away.
Roth wants to hold on but Sharma pushes him away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sharma controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sharma's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Roth tries to hold on but Sharma postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Abhishek Sharma.
I think Sharma 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:29
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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