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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2016 |
#R1#
DiCaprio jabs DIaz right on the nose. DIaz blinks but takes it well.
DIaz looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
DIaz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by DiCaprio.#CL2#
DIaz darts in and clinches DiCaprio up against the cage.#TD2#
DIaz has DiCaprio pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. DIaz pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending DiCaprio tumbling to the mat - DIaz dives into DiCaprio's guard.
DIaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
DiCaprio has his foot on DIaz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. DIaz works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
DiCaprio has his foot on DIaz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. DIaz works his way back into a safe position though.
DiCaprio can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as DIaz controls the pace.#SUB#
DiCaprio has an active guard here but DIaz has managed to pass into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
DiCaprio looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1##SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
DiCaprio actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions off his back.
DIaz has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA London. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
DiCaprio actively working from the bottom here.
DIaz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
DiCaprio actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions off his back.
DIaz really doesn't want to stay on the ground with DiCaprio. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
DIaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
DIaz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
DiCaprio actively working from the bottom here.
DIaz sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
DiCaprio actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
DIaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DIaz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Neo DiCaprio will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
DiCaprio keeps the fight on the outside.
DIaz dives in and grabs DiCaprio's left leg, looking for a takedown. DiCaprio pushes down on DIaz's head and hops out.
DiCaprio clobbers DIaz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
DIaz shoots in but DiCaprio avoids the takedown attempt easily.
DiCaprio drops down looking for a counter takedown but DIaz sprawls and moves away.
DiCaprio throws a good cross that connects.
The fighters circle momentarily. DiCaprio darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
DIaz shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
DiCaprio drops down looking for a counter takedown but DIaz sprawls and moves away.
Neo DiCaprio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nucky DIaz.
DIaz misses with a double jab.
It looks like DiCaprio has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Neo DiCaprio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
DIaz closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
DIaz has picked DiCaprio up - he's going for a ride! DIaz dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
DiCaprio looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
DiCaprio actively working from the bottom here.
DiCaprio avoiding damage under a succession of punches from DIaz. #T1#
DIaz wants to stand but DiCaprio has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
DiCaprio is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but DIaz pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
DiCaprio is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but DIaz pulls his head out easily.
DiCaprio moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
DiCaprio throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
DIaz content to stall in guard here.
Let's hope that DIaz has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
DiCaprio is looking for a triangle but DIaz pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
DiCaprio has his foot on DIaz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. DIaz works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking for a guillotine here but DIaz defends easily.
DIaz is stalling in the full guard. #T3##SUB#
DiCaprio had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. DIaz defends it easily.#SUB#
DiCaprio working for a triangle but DIaz defends it easily.
#SUB#
DiCaprio escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. DIaz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions from the bottom but instead DIaz passes into half guard.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
DIaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking for a kimura from the bottom but DIaz passes into side control!
DiCaprio tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DIaz is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from DIaz.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Neo DiCaprio will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
DIaz tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but DiCaprio defends well and DIaz ends up having to push DiCaprio into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
DiCaprio lands a head shot.
DiCaprio dips to his left and cracks DIaz with an uppercut!
DiCaprio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
DIaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A jab lands there for DiCaprio.
DIaz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
DIaz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
DiCaprio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
DiCaprio bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice uppercut there from DiCaprio.#TD2#
DiCaprio tries to sprawl but DIaz drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
DiCaprio actively working from the bottom here.
DiCaprio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DIaz can do to turn this around?#SUB#
DiCaprio looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nucky DIaz has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
DIaz is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
DiCaprio is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but DIaz pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions off his back.
DiCaprio wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
DiCaprio looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
DIaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
DiCaprio actively working from the bottom here.#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.
DIaz tries to pass to full mount but DiCaprio defends it.
DIaz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
DiCaprio is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but DIaz pulls his head out easily.
DIaz controlling the pace. #SUB#
DiCaprio looking for submissions off his back.
DiCaprio slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3##SUB#
DiCaprio has his foot on DIaz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. DIaz works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
DiCaprio has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but DIaz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
DIaz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
DiCaprio has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but DIaz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
DIaz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
DIaz looking to pass the guard.
DiCaprio will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
DIaz won't allow DiCaprio to sweep him here. #SUB#
DiCaprio is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and DIaz defends well.
DIaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
DIaz got a little sloppy there for a moment and DiCaprio has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, DIaz has managed to get both his arms back between DiCaprio's legs - danger averted.
DiCaprio being controlled here, momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
Neo DiCaprio showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for DiCaprio, 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Neo DiCaprio!
Our winner, Neo DiCaprio, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 28, 2016 |
#R1#
DIaz has a takedown stuffed.
Seth lands with a kick to the ribs.
Seth with a poor takedown #TD2#
and DIaz counters with a takedown into side control.
DIaz takes a little break here. Seth wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Seth is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DIaz fails to land a wild elbow strike.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T1#
Seth is trying to improve his position.
DIaz scores with punches from side control.
DIaz controls the position.
Seth is trying to control DIaz's posture but DIaz avoids it. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
DIaz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Seth is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Seth wants to control but DIaz postures up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
DIaz fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Seth, pushing him back against the cage.
DIaz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Seth avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T3#
DIaz wants a takedown.
Josh Seth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nucky DIaz.
Seth is trying to push DIaz away but DIaz has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Seth prevents a takedown attempt there.
Seth wants to break the clinch but can't.
A frustrated look appears on Seth's face as he tries to break the clinch.
DIaz goes for a takedown in the clinch but Seth prevents it.
Seth goes for a takedown attempt but DIaz pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#TD2#
DIaz shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Seth's guard.#SUB#
Seth throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! DIaz escapes and throws Seth's legs to the side, diving into side control!
You can see the frustration on Seth's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Seth is looking for a sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nucky DIaz dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
DIaz tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Seth defends well and DIaz ends up having to push Seth into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
DIaz shoots in looking for a takedown. Seth tries to sprawl out of it but DIaz keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Seth manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Seth lands a straight punch to the body, keeping DIaz at a distance.
DIaz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Seth bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Seth scores with a head kick.
DIaz is trying hard to land a takedown here. Seth sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Josh Seth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nucky DIaz.
Seth stalks DIaz and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into DIaz's face. DIaz staggers backwards, shaken.
Seth scores with a head kick. DIaz tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#TD2#
DIaz closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
DIaz is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Seth's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Seth regains half guard.
DIaz stalling.
Seth wants to improve his position but DIaz is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
DIaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Let's hope that DIaz has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Seth plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Seth throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#TD2#
DIaz looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Seth is wriggling around but DIaz manages to pass to half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3##REVR#
DIaz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
DIaz is continuing to stall.
DIaz landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Seth trying to hold on to DIaz's head to control him but DIaz postures up.
DIaz is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T4#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Seth wants to control but DIaz passes into side.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Josh Seth 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#
DIaz shoots in for a takedown but Seth shows good takedown defense.
Seth fails with a takedown attempt.
DIaz throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Seth's waist but Seth gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing DIaz off to one side. #TD2#
DIaz feints and as Seth raises his hands in defense, DIaz changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
DIaz advances to half guard.
DIaz trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Seth is trying to maintain the position but DIaz is very close to passing his half guard.
DIaz trying to control the pace.
Seth wants to control but DIaz is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Seth wants to improve his position but DIaz is controlling well.
Seth trying to control from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A head kick misses from Seth. #TD2#
DIaz looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Seth!
DIaz happy to just control the position for now.
More stalling from DIaz.#T3#
DIaz fails to land a wild elbow strike.
DIaz staying calm.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#CL2#
DIaz clinches up with Seth and pushes him back against the cage.
Seth gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from DIaz.
Josh Seth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nucky DIaz.#TD2#
DIaz turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and DIaz manages to end up in side control.
Seth tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Seth keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nucky DIaz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think DIaz 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nucky DIaz!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 609 Round 4
Date: Mar 25, 2016 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#CL#
DIaz moves into the clinch successfully.
Poonan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. DIaz just stands there and leans against the cage.
DIaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Poonan's elbow.
Poonan is trying to pull guard but DIaz has him pressed against the cage.
Poonan fails to pull guard.
Nucky DIaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sev Poonan.
DIaz tries a body shot but Poonan blocks it.
DIaz misses with a punch to the body.
Poonan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Poonan jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DIaz walks away with a smile on his face. Poonan gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DIaz misses with a head kick.
#CL#
DIaz clinches up against the cage.#T1#
DIaz lands a nice shot to the body.
Poonan fails to pull guard.
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz won't allow it.
Poonan fails to pull guard.
DIaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Poonan's elbow.
Poonan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
DIaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Poonan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. DIaz smiles and moves away.
#CL#
DIaz moves into the clinch successfully.
#T2#
Poonan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. DIaz smiles and moves away.
#CL#
DIaz moves into the clinch.
Poonan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables DIaz to keep the fight standing.
DIaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Poonan is trying to pull guard but DIaz has him pressed against the cage.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz holds him up against the cage and eventually Poonan drops back down to his feet.
Poonan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. DIaz just stands there and leans against the cage.
DIaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DIaz using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Poonan has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz holds him up against the cage and eventually Poonan drops back down to his feet.
Poonan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Poonan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. DIaz just stands there and leans against the cage.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz holds him up against the cage and eventually Poonan drops back down to his feet.
#T4#
DIaz tries to work over Poonan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Poonan prevents a body shot from DIaz.
Poonan is trying to pull guard but DIaz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Poonan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables DIaz to keep the fight standing.
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz stands there with Poonan around his waist. Poonan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Poonan fails to pull guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Poonan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Poonan jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DIaz walks away with a smile on his face. Poonan gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
DIaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Poonan.
Poonan feints the counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nucky DIaz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL#
DIaz moves into range and clinches up with Poonan.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz stands there with Poonan around his waist. Poonan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Nucky DIaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sev Poonan.
DIaz tries to throw a body punch but Poonan avoids it by throwing DIaz back against the cage.
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poonan is trying to pull guard but DIaz has him pressed against the cage.
Poonan is trying to pull guard but DIaz has him pressed against the cage.
DIaz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Poonan tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T1#
Good body shot from DIaz.
DIaz misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Poonan.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Poonan managing to block the knees to the body from DIaz.
DIaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Poonan prevents a body shot from DIaz.
DIaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
DIaz can't find room to land a body shot as Poonan controls the action.
Poonan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Poonan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. DIaz smiles and moves away.
#T2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
DIaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Poonan prevents a body shot from DIaz.
DIaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Poonan controls his hands.
Poonan is a very stocky fighter. Infact he's such a weird shape that he's almost like some sort of comedy character - it's hard to believe he's real.
A head punch on the inside from DIaz fails to land.
DIaz throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
DIaz throws a head punch that misses.
DIaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Poonan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
DIaz trying to land knees to the body.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz holds him up against the cage and eventually Poonan drops back down to his feet.
DIaz is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Poonan is defending well for now.
DIaz tries a body shot but Poonan blocks it.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Poonan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T4#
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz stands there with Poonan around his waist. Poonan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Poonan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. DIaz smiles and moves away.
DIaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Poonan manages to avoid it.
Poonan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but DIaz defends it well.#CL#
DIaz moves into range and clinches up with Poonan.
Poonan is trying to pull guard but DIaz has him pressed against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
DIaz tries a body shot but Poonan blocks it.
DIaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nucky DIaz 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. And we move into the final round!
#R3##CL#
DIaz moves into the clinch.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz won't allow it.
DIaz misses with a punch to the body.
Poonan fails to pull guard.
Poonan is trying to pull guard but DIaz has him pressed against the cage.
Nucky DIaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sev Poonan.
DIaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz holds him up against the cage and eventually Poonan drops back down to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poonan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
DIaz digs a right hand underneath Poonan's ribcage. Poonan let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Poonan jumps guard but DIaz stands there with Poonan around his waist. Poonan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#T1#
Poonan is trying to pull guard but DIaz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Poonan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
DIaz tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz holds him up against the cage and eventually Poonan drops back down to his feet.
Poonan is trying to pull guard but DIaz has him pressed against the cage.
Poonan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. DIaz smiles and moves away.
#CL#
DIaz gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2#
DIaz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Poonan jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DIaz walks away with a smile on his face. Poonan gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
DIaz clinches.
Poonan blocks a body shot from DIaz.
Poonan managing to block the knees to the body from DIaz.
A right handed body shot lands from DIaz.
DIaz misses with a body punch.
Poonan tries to pull guard but DIaz forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T3#
DIaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Poonan avoiding damage as DIaz throws knees to the body.
DIaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DIaz misses with a body punch.
Poonan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. DIaz smiles and moves away.
#CL#
DIaz forces Poonan back against the cage and clinches.
DIaz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T4#
DIaz misses with a body punch.
DIaz tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Poonan dodges an elbow strike from DIaz.
DIaz can't find room to land a body shot as Poonan controls the action.
Poonan fails to pull guard.
Poonan jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DIaz walks away with a smile on his face. Poonan gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
DIaz forces Poonan back against the cage and clinches.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Poonan tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
DIaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Poonan controls his hands.
Sev Poonan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nucky DIaz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
DIaz misses with a punch to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nucky DIaz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well DIaz 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Judge James Glass scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Nucky DIaz wins by unanimous decision!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 609 Round 3
Date: Mar 24, 2016 |
#R1#
DIaz fails with the takedown
and Diaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Diaz shoots for a double leg takedown but DIaz sprawls well. He's pushed Diaz's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Diaz clinches.
Diaz jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DIaz walks away with a smile on his face. Diaz gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Diaz shoots in for a double leg but DIaz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nucky DIaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nate Diaz.#TD#
DIaz throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Diaz was covering up waiting for the punch and DIaz finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Diaz is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and DIaz dives into side control.
Diaz is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, DIaz asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Diaz is being controlled here. #T1#
Diaz dodges the ground and pound from DIaz.
Diaz is being controlled here.
Diaz tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
DIaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
DIaz won't let Diaz get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DIaz content just to control the position here.
Diaz wants to try and get back to his feet.
DIaz content just to control the position here.
Diaz is trying to stand up.
Poor strikes thrown by DIaz there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
You get the feeling that Diaz really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#T3#
Diaz working to try and regain half guard.
DIaz content just to control the position here.
DIaz avoids the attempt from Diaz to control.
DIaz looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
DIaz seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Diaz for as long as he can get away with.
Diaz tries to hold on but DIaz pushes him away. #SUB#
DIaz is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Diaz has managed to escape the submission attempt.
DIaz looking to finish with strikes here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diaz is trying to stand up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nucky DIaz dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD#
DIaz looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Diaz is trying to control but can't.
DIaz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
DIaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Diaz can do to turn this around?
Diaz trying to hold on to DIaz's head to control him but DIaz postures up.
DIaz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DIaz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Diaz tries to kick DIaz off in order to stand up. DIaz Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
DIaz is staying tight to Diaz's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T1#
Diaz wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
DIaz is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Diaz throws a one two combo.
Horrible takedown attempt by Diaz or perhaps it was just good defense by DIaz, which made it look bad. #TD#
DIaz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Diaz looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES2#
Diaz explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #CL#
DIaz has taken the fight to the clinch.
Diaz tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. DIaz just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
DIaz has Diaz pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. DIaz pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Diaz tumbling to the mat - DIaz dives into Diaz's guard.
DIaz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Diaz wants to get back to his feet but DIaz is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
DIaz throws a big elbow that misses.
DIaz is pushing down on Diaz's leg trying to pass to half guard. Diaz is fighting to maintain full guard but DIaz has managed to sneak the leg through.
Diaz wants to control but DIaz is keeping busy.
Diaz is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
DIaz is trying to work for a kimura but Diaz is defending well.
DIaz missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
DIaz is controlling the pace.
Diaz scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but DIaz manages to mount him!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DIaz looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nucky DIaz dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Diaz scores with a body shot.
Diaz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts DIaz as he jumps to the side. #CL#
DIaz has taken the fight to the clinch.
DIaz keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Diaz's efforts to push away.
The referee calls for DIaz to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz can't get the takedown.
#TD#
DIaz pulls guard effortlessly. #T1#
Diaz is looking to stand up but DIaz won't let him.
DIaz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Diaz wants to get up but he can't break DIaz's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
DIaz 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.
Diaz wants to get up but he can't break DIaz'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.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
DIaz drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
DIaz misses with a head kick.
#TD#
DIaz scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
DIaz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
DIaz is pressing down on Diaz's thigh, looking to free his foot. Diaz is holding on for now.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Diaz is trying to stand up here but DIaz is controlling him well. #T3#
Diaz wants to stand back up but DIaz manages to pass into side control.
DIaz controlling from side mount.
Diaz prevents DIaz from improving position.
Diaz wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
DIaz controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#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.
Diaz lands a jab-cross combination.
DIaz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD#
DIaz fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Diaz to the ground. DIaz is now in Diaz's guard.
DIaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Nucky DIaz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for DIaz, 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 Paul Tew scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Judge James Atkins scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Nucky DIaz wins by unanimous decision!
Nate Diaz was interviewed post fight and said 'I think i did what i had to do but he was lucky, to my fans i promise to be back stronger and better'.
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Event:
QFC Tournament 609 Round 2
Date: Mar 23, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
DIaz forces Bunnyhubby back against the cage and clinches.
DIaz takes a knee right on the jaw!
Bunnyhubby wants to break free but DIaz has control.
Bunnyhubby is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD#
DIaz is trying to trip Bunnyhubby. He has hold of a leg but Bunnyhubby is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. DIaz persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#SUB#
DIaz has gone for a leg lock! Bunnyhubby slips out almost immediately though and dives into DIaz's guard.#REVB#
DIaz seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DIaz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
DIaz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bunnyhubby is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
DIaz is working hard here to advance position.
DIaz controlling Bunnyhubby's posture.
Bunnyhubby is a very stocky fighter. Infact he's such a weird shape that he's almost like some sort of comedy character - it's hard to believe he's real.
DIaz 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#
DIaz performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
DIaz prevents Bunnyhubby from standing back up.
#SUB#
DIaz wants to work for an arm triangle but Bunnyhubby is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DIaz takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bunnyhubby wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#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.#CL#
DIaz takes the fight into the clinch.
Bunnyhubby is trying to break free.
DIaz keeps control of Bunnyhubby as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2#
Bunnyhubby breaks the clinch.
DIaz misses with a leg kick
and Bunnyhubby counters with a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Bunnyhubby has taken the fight to the clinch.
DIaz keeps control of Bunnyhubby as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bunnyhubby wants to get back to striking at distance but DIaz won't allow it.
Bunnyhubby tries to break the clinch but DIaz is controlling the position.
Bunnyhubby wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but DIaz has him pressed against the cage.
DIaz goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bunnyhubby prevents it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
DIaz gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Bunnyhubby regains guard.
Bunnyhubby wants to stand but DIaz is controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Nucky DIaz will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Bunnyhubby fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with DIaz, pushing him back against the cage.
Bunnyhubby has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bunnyhubby is trying to break the clinch but DIaz has him pressed against the cage.
Bunnyhubby wants to get back to striking at distance but DIaz won't allow it.
Bunnyhubby has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bunnyhubby looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bunnyhubby looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bunnyhubby is trying to force a seperation but DIaz has the dominant position.
DIaz drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bunnyhubby pulls his leg out and moves away.
DIaz with a poor takedown
and Bunnyhubby makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Bunnyhubby forces DIaz back against the cage and clinches.
Bunnyhubby wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bunnyhubby putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has DIaz in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#TD#
DIaz gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
DIaz is standing up over Bunnyhubby. Bunnyhubby looks to escape but DIaz dives into side control.
#T1##REVB#
Bunnyhubby prevents DIaz from improving position.
DIaz controlling from side mount.
Bunnyhubby is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but DIaz has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
DIaz taking a breather here.
DIaz throws an elbow but Bunnyhubby slips to the side and avoids it well.#T3#
DIaz sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Bunnyhubby is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
DIaz just content to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
DIaz tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bunnyhubby swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nucky DIaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Bunnyhubby takes the fight into the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Bunnyhubby has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
DIaz has Bunnyhubby pressed against the cage, preventing Bunnyhubby from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Bunnyhubby has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bunnyhubby using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
DIaz blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD#
DIaz pulls guard successfully.
DIaz tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Bunnyhubby wants to stand and escape but instead DIaz has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
DIaz throws a strike but Bunnyhubby rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
DIaz tries to strike from the bottom.
DIaz wants to sweep but no luck.
DIaz is pulling down on Bunnyhubby's head. It's preventing any offense from Bunnyhubby, at least for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DIaz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Aaron Bunnyhubby will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Bunnyhubby clinches up against the cage.
Bunnyhubby has had enough of the clinch but DIaz keeps him there for the moment.
DIaz is trying to drag Bunnyhubby to the mat but Bunnyhubby just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Bunnyhubby is trying to break the clinch but DIaz has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
DIaz tightens his grip and picks Bunnyhubby up, before dumping him to the ground. Bunnyhubby manages to land in guard.
DIaz sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DIaz with a flurry of punches that miss.
DIaz prevents Bunnyhubby from getting back to his feet.
DIaz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
DIaz trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
DIaz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Bunnyhubby. DIaz shrugs it off though.
Crunch! Bunnyhubby slams his shin into DIaz's torso.
Nice takedown defense from Bunnyhubby. No joy for DIaz on that attempt. #TD#
DIaz shoots in and bounces Bunnyhubby off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
DIaz looking to pass the guard.
DIaz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
DIaz wants to pass the guard but Bunnyhubby is keeping the position.
Nucky DIaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
DIaz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
DIaz's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DIaz gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bunnyhubby makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. DIaz really felt that one!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nucky DIaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DIaz goes for a double leg but Bunnyhubby avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bunnyhubby continues to drive forward.#TD#
DIaz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bunnyhubby can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bunnyhubby is trying to buck DIaz off.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DIaz throwing shots but missing, from side control.
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 Nucky DIaz.
I think DIaz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Nucky DIaz wins by unanimous decision!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 609 Round 1
Date: Mar 22, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Taumalolo looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
DIaz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
DIaz is pulling down on Taumalolo's head to control his posture.
DIaz 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.
DIaz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Taumalolo stands up over DIaz, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Taumalolo throwing strikes but missing.
DIaz looking for a sweep. Not yet DIaz, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taumalolo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now DIaz is on top in guard.
#REVB#
DIaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Taumalolo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst DIaz is controlling him.
Taumalolo seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
DIaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Taumalolo is wriggling around but DIaz manages to pass to half guard.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
DIaz throwing shots but Taumalolo is blocking nicely.
Well, if DIaz 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.
Taumalolo looks like he's trying to stand up.
DIaz slows the pace down in half guard.
DIaz passes into side control, despite Taumalolo's attempt to control the position.
#T3#
DIaz happy to just control the position for now.
Taumalolo tries to improve position but can't.
Taumalolo looking for a sweep but DIaz has passed into full mount! Oh no!
DIaz controlling the pace for now.
Let's hope that DIaz has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
DIaz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
DIaz throws some wild stikes that Taumalolo manages to avoid easily.
DIaz content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nucky DIaz dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
DIaz shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Taumalolo napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Taumalolo trying to remain calm as DIaz controls from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Taumalolo is trying to control DIaz's posture but DIaz avoids it.
DIaz gets to mount! Taumalolo was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taumalolo wants to hold on but DIaz pushes him away.
Taumalolo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T1#
DIaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Taumalolo wants to control but DIaz is having none of it.
DIaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Taumalolo is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Taumalolo is desperately trying to improve his position but DIaz has a good base and remains in mount.
Taumalolo tries to lock up and control but DIaz gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
DIaz controlling the pace for now.
Taumalolo is working to get back to half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
DIaz looking to control and managing it successfully.
Taumalolo wants to control but DIaz is having none of it.#T3#
DIaz thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
DIaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from DIaz.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Poor strikes thrown by DIaz there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
DIaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nucky DIaz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##CL2#
DIaz moves into the clinch successfully.
Taumalolo wants to break free but DIaz has control.
Taumalolo drops down looking for an ankle pick but DIaz pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD2#
DIaz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Taumalolo looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
A lull in the action here.#SUB2#
DIaz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Taumalolo knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DIaz controlling from side mount. #T1#
Taumalolo is trying to get back to his feet.
Taumalolo is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked DIaz off and has taken his back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Taumalolo misses with punches from the back.
DIaz is holding onto Taumalolo's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.
Taumalolo is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at DIaz. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
DIaz wants to escape the position.
#T2#
DIaz breaks Taumalolo's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
DIaz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
DIaz is continuing to stall.#T3#
DIaz preventing the sweep.
Taumalolo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
DIaz content to stall in guard here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as DIaz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
DIaz sitting in guard here, content to control.
DIaz passes Taumalolo's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
DIaz controlling the pace.
DIaz throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
DIaz is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Taumalolo has managed to free his arm - good work.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
DIaz not doing much here.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Taumalolo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
DIaz tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
DIaz closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Hale Taumalolo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nucky DIaz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
DIaz moves nicely into side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nucky DIaz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well DIaz has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight for Nucky DIaz!
Nucky DIaz wins by unanimous decision!
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