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Event:
Gladius #35
Date: Oct 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Smith shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McNulty as he avoids it easily.
Smith shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and McNulty finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Smith darts in looking for a takedown but McNulty gets double underhooks and turns Smith into the cage.
Jim McNulty has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Smith.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McNulty, as that shot connected.
Smith takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McNulty throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
McNulty bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A chopping leg kick lands by McNulty.
Smith sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Smith shoots for a double leg takedown but McNulty sprawls well. He's pushed Smith's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
McNulty fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McNulty scores with a nice right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McNulty stalks Smith and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Smith's face. Smith staggers backwards, shaken.
McNulty buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T1#
McNulty connects with a solid leg kick.
Smith shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McNulty defends it nicely.
McNulty feinted there with a counter leg kick.
McNulty is looking to slow Smith down with leg kicks. #TD2#
Smith shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Smith showed some decent athleticism there.
McNulty moves into full guard.
McNulty wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Smith throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McNulty has control of Smith's left arm, preventing Smith from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
McNulty has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McNulty with a nice cross.
McNulty throws a leg kick which misses Smith's front leg but catches the back leg as Smith tries to avoid it.
Smith walks into a left hand.
McNulty is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by McNulty.
McNulty darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T4#
McNulty lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McNulty throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Smith has his takedown stuffed
letting McNulty counter with a right hand.
Smith shoots and misses
and McNulty 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.
Smith misses with a takedown attempt - McNulty sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Smith shoots in looking for a takedown. McNulty tries to sprawl out of it but Smith keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McNulty manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
McNulty closes the distance and pushes Smith back into the cage.
Smith is trying to work for a single leg takedown but McNulty pulls him back up using the underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jim McNulty dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL#
McNulty clinches with his opponent.
A right handed body shot lands from McNulty.
McNulty lands a hook that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
McNulty lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for McNulty.
McNulty stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Smith tries for a takedown but McNulty manages to get underhooks.
McNulty lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
McNulty lands a body punch.
McNulty lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McNulty lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Smith wants to break the clinch but can't.
McNulty cracks Smith with a nice body shot.
McNulty lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Smith is breathing heavily.#T1#
McNulty lands with a right to the head.
Still in the clinch, McNulty scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from McNulty.
McNulty pushes Smith back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smith is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but McNulty is defending well.
McNulty lands a body punch in the clinch.
McNulty lands a shot to the body.
Smith goes for a takedown attempt but McNulty pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jim McNulty has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Smith.
McNulty clobbers Smith with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CL#
McNulty has closed the distance and engaged Smith in a clinch.
Smith wants a takedown.
McNulty working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
McNulty pushes Smith back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
McNulty lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice left hand lands by McNulty.
A right handed body shot lands from McNulty.
McNulty lands a body shot in the clinch.
McNulty lands with a light punch inside.
McNulty lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McNulty.
McNulty lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Smith.
Jim McNulty has scored more points in the clinch so far.
McNulty working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McNulty works on Smith's body with a couple of short punches.
McNulty presses Smith against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Smith's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McNulty lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smith backwards. #T3#
McNulty stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McNulty creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Still in the clinch, McNulty scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McNulty.
Nice body punch from McNulty - that landed with a thud.
Smith takes a shot to the head.
McNulty lands with a right to the head.
McNulty is working Smith over against the cage.
McNulty lands a shot to the body.
McNulty lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A body shot lands from McNulty.
Good body shot from McNulty.
Nice body punch from McNulty - that landed with a thud.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short left from McNulty. #T4#
McNulty scores with a shoulder strike.
McNulty throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smiths head.
McNulty gets through Smith's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McNulty lands a left hand.
#ROC#
Smith is rocked!
McNulty has Smith pressed against the cage, preventing Smith from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A short right from McNulty on the inside.
McNulty lands with a short shot to the head.
Smith is still on wobbly legs! Can McNulty finish him?
McNulty lands a nice shot to the body.
Smith has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McNulty avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Smith seems to have recovered his senses.
McNulty lands a hook that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
McNulty lands a left hand.
McNulty lands a nice uppercut.
McNulty is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smith can do to turn this around?
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice left hand lands by McNulty.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jim McNulty 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. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
McNulty has taken the fight to the clinch.
McNulty lands with a short shot to the head.
Smith takes a shot to the head.
Smith changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McNulty fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
McNulty has closed the distance and engaged Smith in a clinch.
McNulty is working Smith over against the cage.
McNulty works on Smith's body with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McNulty lands with a right to the head.
Smith is trying to drag McNulty to the mat but McNulty just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Smith takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Smith has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McNulty avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Jim McNulty has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Smith.#T1#
McNulty cracks Smith with a nice body shot.
McNulty lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Smith.
Smith is trying to drag McNulty to the mat but McNulty just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A short right from McNulty.
McNulty throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
McNulty lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smith or not.
McNulty lands with a right to the head.
Smith is trying to work for a single leg takedown but McNulty pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Smith has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McNulty is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
McNulty lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McNulty throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smiths head. #T2#
McNulty lands with a right to the head.
McNulty throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
McNulty presses Smith against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McNulty lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McNulty lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
McNulty lands a shoulder strike.
McNulty makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Smith is trying to drag McNulty to the mat but McNulty just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
McNulty lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from McNulty on the inside.
McNulty lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McNulty.#T3#
McNulty lands with a light punch inside.
Smith drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McNulty gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Still in the clinch, McNulty scores with a nice short uppercut.
Smith has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McNulty is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
McNulty scores with a shoulder strike.
McNulty lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by McNulty as Smith tries to tie him up.
Smith wants to take the fight to the mat but McNulty manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Smith's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A hook to the body from McNulty.
#T4#
McNulty lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
McNulty lands with a short punch from the clinch.
McNulty lands a body punch.
McNulty works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McNulty.
McNulty lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
A shot in the inside from McNulty.
McNulty is working Smith over against the cage.
McNulty lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McNulty lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Smith takes a shot to the head.
Smith is looking for a takedown.
James Smith has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Smith misses with a short punch on the inside.
McNulty lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jim McNulty showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McNulty, 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 30:25
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:25
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim McNulty!
After winning the bout, Jim McNulty 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:
Gladius Super Serie 2
Date: Sep 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Kassim throws a series of punches but Smith moves out of range.
Kassim throws a looping overhand right but Smith ducks down to avoid it.
Smith defending well as Kassim loads up on a big left hand.
Nice takedown defense from Kassim. No joy for Smith on that attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Kassim misses the target.
Kassim scores with a jab to the head.
Smith ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kassim scores with a jab.#CL#
Kassim takes the fight into the clinch.
Knees to the body from Kassim.
Kassim lands a left hand.
Smith tries for a takedown. No joy.
Smith is trying to drag Kassim to the mat but Kassim just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cheikh Kassim has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Smith.
Kassim scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kassim digs a right hand underneath Smith's ribcage. Smith let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T1#
Kassim lands with a right to the head.
Smith tries to score a body lock takedown but Kassim shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kassim lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Kassim.
Kassim lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Smith wants to take the fight to the mat but Kassim manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kassim lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Kassim is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Smith looks winded!
Kassim lands a shoulder strike.
Smith is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kassim lands a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kassim prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kassim lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Kassim scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kassim lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kassim as Smith tries to tie him up.
Smith looking to stall.
Kassim lands with a right to the head.
A short uppercut from Kassim.
Kassim lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kassim makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kassim lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Kassim unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Kassim lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Kassim gets through Smith's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC#
Smith is rocked!
Kassim lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Smith is still on wobbly legs! Can Kassim finish him?
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kassim.
Kassim dips a shoulder and cracks Smith with a mighty uppercut! Smith falls back against the cage and Kassim unloads with a barrage of strikes! Smith 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 - Kassim screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cheikh Kassim!
Cheikh Kassim decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
Gladius #28
Date: Sep 15, 2018 |
#R1#
Vazzappo swinging wildly here.
Smith takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Vazzappo throws a combination. Smith tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Tony Vazzappo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vazzappo scores with a hook to the body. Smith takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Vazzappo scores with a decent looking hook.
Vazzappo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Smith circles away quickly and effectively.
Smith shoots in looking for a takedown but Vazzappo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Smith's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vazzappo went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#CL#
Vazzappo clinches with his opponent.
Smith is looking for a takedown.
A right handed body shot lands from Vazzappo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vazzappo lands a shot to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Vazzappo.
Vazzappo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vazzappo digs a right hand underneath Smith's ribcage. Smith let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Vazzappo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T1#
Vazzappo pushes Smith back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Vazzappo.
A left hand lands to the body for Vazzappo.
Smith looks winded!#BC#
Vazzappo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tony Vazzappo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Smith has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#
It looks like James Smith has been cut.#CL#
Vazzappo forces Smith back against the cage and clinches.
Vazzappo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Smith is trying to drag Vazzappo to the mat but Vazzappo just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Tony Vazzappo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Smith.
Smith drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vazzappo gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vazzappo is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Vazzappo scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
A hook to the body from Vazzappo.
Vazzappo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Vazzappo lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smith or not.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vazzappo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Smith looking for a takedown. #BC#
Vazzappo breaks the clinch.
Vazzappo shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Smith eats them both and turns towards Vazzappo to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Vazzappo lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Vazzappo.#CL#
Vazzappo has Smith up against the cage in a clinch.
Vazzappo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Smith is trying to force a seperation but Vazzappo has the dominant position.
Vazzappo scores with a hook to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vazzappo. #T3#
Vazzappo scores with a shoulder strike.
Vazzappo'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.
Vazzappo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Smith misses with a hook to the ribs.
Smith is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vazzappo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vazzappo works on Smith's body with a couple of short punches.
Vazzappo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Smith throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smith wants a takedown but no success here.
Smith wants to break free but Vazzappo has control.
Vazzappo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Vazzappo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smiths head.
Vazzappo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vazzappo dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Vazzappo lands a body shot.
Vazzappo is struggling to control the position.
Smith trying to land knees to the body.
A short right from Vazzappo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Vazzappo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A left and a right from Vazzappo both land. Nice combination.
Vazzappo lands a jab to the head.
#TD2#
Smith fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Vazzappo to the ground. Smith is now in Vazzappo's guard.
Smith slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Vazzappo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on James Smith'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#
Smith goes for a double leg but Vazzappo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Vazzappo continues to drive forward.
A punch combination from Vazzappo misses.
Vazzappo falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD2#
and Smith counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vazzappo tries to kick Smith off but Smith keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Smith missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Smith not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Vazzappo is refusing to be controlled, as Smith sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vazzappo tries to kick Smith off but Smith keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Vazzappo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smith can do to turn this around?
Vazzappo is trying to control but Smith manages to pass to mount!
#T1#
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Smith cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Smith wants to control the pace but Vazzappo is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Smith working for a submission but Vazzappo is keeping him at bay. #SUB2#
Vazzappo tries to buck Smith off so he can stand up but Smith has got his back now - this could be big trouble! He's slapped on a rear naked choke that looks really tight! Vazzappo falls backwards, slamming Smith to the mat but Smith holds on tight! Vazzappo is forced to tap and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). James Smith!
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Event:
Gladius #24
Date: Sep 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Luke thuds his shin into the meat of Smith's side.
Luke bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Smith shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Luke as he jumps to the side.
A nice leg kick lands there from Luke.
Cool Luke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Luke throws a low kick but Smith avoids it.
Smith looks for a takedown but Luke sprawls well.
Smith shoots in but Luke avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Cool Luke has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Smith.
Smith stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Luke.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice takedown defense from Luke. No joy for Smith on that attempt.
Smith fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Luke throws a low kick, looking for Smith's leg but Smith calmly moves out of range.
A thudding body kick lands there by Luke!
#T1#
Luke turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Luke falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD2#
and Smith decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Luke's guard.
Luke is wriggling around but Smith manages to pass to half guard.
#REVR#
Smith misses with a head shot. Luke uses the momentum to regain guard.
Smith passes Luke's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Smith is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Luke sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
Smith thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Smith has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Luke defend it? Smith steps over the head and cranks it - Luke is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Smith!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). James Smith!
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Event:
Gladius #18
Date: Aug 18, 2018 |
#R1#
Raja throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Smith on the side of the head.
Raja swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Smith decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Raja's guard.
Smith throwing strikes from guard but Raja blocks nicely.
Smith wants to get up but he can't break Raja's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Smith 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.
Smith missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Smith throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Raja keeping full guard, as Smith tries to pass. #SUB#
Smith avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1#
Smith pushes down on Raja's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Smith not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Smith in particular looking to stall.
Raja has hold of Smith's hands but Smith slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Smith has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Smith looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#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.
Raja manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Raja is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Smith pushes down on Raja's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3#
Smith keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Raja on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Smith performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Smith wants to lay and pray for a moment but Raja keeps working.
Raja is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Smith scores with a couple of nice shots.
Raja is trying to maintain the position but Smith is very close to passing his half guard.#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.#SUB2#
Smith is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Smith thows a huge punch but Raja dodges it nicely.
Raja keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Smith is working for a submission of some sort.
Raja wants to control but Smith is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Smith 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#
Raja displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Smith.
Raja swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Raja scores with a nice right hand.
Smith shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Raja as he avoids it easily.
Raja scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Smith changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Raja tries to avoid it but Smith manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Raja to the ground. Raja escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Raja drops down looking for a counter takedown but Smith sprawls and moves away.
James Raja has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Smith.
Smith with a lazy takedown attempt
and Raja counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Smith drives through with a takedown into guard.
Smith throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Raja works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Raja can't keep his opponent in guard - Smith advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1#
Raja controlling the position for now.
Smith has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Raja wants to get back to full guard.
Raja is trying to control but Smith passes into side control!
Smith working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Raja gets back to half guard.
Smith not doing much here.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Raja is looking for a sweep. Smith is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Smith passes to full mount!
Raja tries to lock up and control but Smith gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Smith takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Smith lands a nice shot to the head.
Raja regains half guard.#T3#
Raja is trying to get back to full guard.
Smith uses his free foot to push down on Raja's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Raja. #SUB2#
Smith quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Smith but it's paid off an Raja is forced to tap! Nice work by Smith.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). James Smith!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Smith wants to clinch up but Motley keeps it at a distance.
Smith scores with a nice strike.#TD2#
Motley drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smith preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Motley prevents Smith from getting back to his feet.
Smith looking to hit a scissor sweep but Motley is one step ahead there.
Smith throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Motley won't allow Smith to get back to his feet.
Smith bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Motley's guard. #REVR#
Smith sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Smith wants to control from the top but Motley keeps moving. #T1##SU#
Smith decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Motley, up you get!
Motley looks winded!#TD#
Smith shoots in and gets a takedown into Motley's guard.
Motley utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Smith trying to control but Motley is working from the bottom.
Smith throwing strikes from guard but Motley blocks nicely.
Motley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Smith is one step ahead there. #T2#
Smith advances position into side control!#SUB#
Smith wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Motley, who protects the arm well.
Smith trying to control the position but Motley is working away.
Smith misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Motley wants to control but Smith postures up.#T3#
Smith throws a strike aimed at the side of Motley's head but Motley avoids it well.
Motley is letting Smith control him for a moment. #SU#
Smith decides to stand back up. Smith steps back and let's Motley get back to his feet.
Smith scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Smith tries to clinch there but Motley circles away.
Smith shoots in but no luck this time.
Motley swats away the attempt to clinch by Smith.
Motley unleashes a big counter combination but Smith bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Motley blocks a head kick by Smith.
Smith throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Motley's waist but Motley gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Smith off to one side. #TD#
Smith closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T4#
Smith trying to control from half guard but Motley is working away.
Smith is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Motley really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Smith. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Motley keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Motley wants to get back to full guard.
Smith tries to pass the half guard into mount. Motley knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Smith is looking to take a break and control but Motley is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Smith dominated that round.
That's time! Smith's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Smith stuffs the takedown attempt from Motley. Motley gets slowly back to his feet.
Smith closes the distance and clinches up with Motley, looking for a takedown. Smith pushes Motley against the cage but Motley circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Smith doesn't manage to clinch there - Motley circles away.
Smith tries a head kick but it misses.
Smith doesn't manage to clinch there - Motley circles away.
Smith lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Smith looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Motley slaps away a takedown attempt from Smith, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Motley with that takedown attempt.
Motley is breathing heavily.
Motley stuffs the takedown attempt from Smith. Smith gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Motley looks for a takedown but Smith sprawls well.
Smith scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Smith fails with a takedown attempt.
A left and a right from Smith both land. Nice combination.
Smith tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Motley counters with a shoot takedown. Smith fights it but they end up in guard. #T2#
Smith utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Smith controls Motley momentarily but Motley frees himself.
Smith is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Smith is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Smith throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Motley blocking the ground and pound attempt from Smith. #T3#
Smith wants to stand up but Motley is controlling the position.
Motley tries to roll over but Smith keeps him under control.#SUB#
Smith seems to be looking for submissions.
Smith trying to control from half guard but Motley is working away.
James Smith overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Smith is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Motley wants to improve his position but Smith is controlling well.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Motley moves into full guard.
Motley working a defensive guard here.
Motley keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smith forces his way into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Smith dominated that second round.
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#
Motley dives in and grabs Smith's left leg, looking for a takedown. Smith pushes down on Motley's head and hops out.
Smith misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
James Smith is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Smith shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Smith was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SU#
Smith decides to stand back up.
Smith pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Smith shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Motley pinned against the cage. Motley gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith fails in his attempt to clinch.
Smith shoots in for a takedown but Motley shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Motley takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Smith fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Motley sprawls well initially but Smith persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Motley has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Smith is on him like a limpet, forcing Motley back against the cage.#T1#
Motley is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smith is trying to force a seperation but Motley has the dominant position.
Motley tries for a takedown. No joy.
Smith is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Motley is keeping busy.#TD2#
Motley is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Smith can't fight it off and eventually Motley manages to take the fight to the floor. Smith looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Motley is fighting to break Smith's control of his arms but Smith is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Motley stops Smith from standing up. #ES#
Smith has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Motley is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#TD2#
Motley wants the takedown. Smith is fighting it off but Motley persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Smith's guard against the cage.#ES#
Smith pushes Motley off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Motley walks into a jab.
Smith fails with an attempt to clinch.
Smith scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T3#
Smith misses with a body kick.
Motley is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Smith tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Smith is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Motley can do to turn this around?#TD#
Smith shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Motley manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Smith sitting in guard here, content to control.
Motley can't keep his opponent in guard - Smith advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Smith looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Smith has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T4#
Motley is squirming around, avoiding Smith's attempts to control the action.
Smith is really struggling to control Motley but he's trying to hold on to the position.
A nice elbow there by Smith.
Smith wants to control the pace but Motley is squirming around nicely.
Davion Motley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
James Smith is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
And that's the end of the fight!
James Smith showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Smith, 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Smith!
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