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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Johnson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL#
Thomas clinches.
Johnson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Thomas is keeping busy.
Thomas wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Johnson.
Thomas blocks a body shot from Johnson. #BC#
Thomas breaks from the clinch.
Thomas scores with a shot to the body.
Johnson fails with an attempt to clinch.
A low kick from Johnson is predictable there
enabling Thomas to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Thomas takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#
It looks like Andrew Johnson has been cut.#CL2#
Johnson pushes Thomas up against the cage in a clinch.#T1#
Thomas pressing his opponent against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thomas.
Johnson landing knees to the body.
Johnson trying to control the position but instead, Thomas has worked for underhooks and has pushed Johnson into the cage.
Johnson leaning his opponent against the cage.
Thomas wants to break free but Johnson has control.
Thomas managing to block the knees to the body from Johnson.
Johnson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Thomas seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Johnson can turn it around.
Johnson working aggressively here.
Johnson throws an elbow that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Thomas.
Johnson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Johnson misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Johnson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Johnson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thomas on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Thomas avoiding damage as Johnson throws knees to the body.
#TD#
Thomas pulls guard.
Johnson won't allow Thomas to sweep him here.
Thomas knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Johnson on the ground.
Thomas is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Johnson is controlling him.
Johnson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Johnson wants to pass the guard but Thomas is keeping the position.
Johnson trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Thomas manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T3#
Thomas throws a strike but Johnson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Thomas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Johnson is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johnson looking to pass the guard.
Thomas has Johnson pulled in close to control his posture.
Thomas continues to stall.
Thomas wants to sweep here but Johnson controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Thomas has control of Johnson's left arm, preventing Johnson from doing any damage.
Thomas wants to sweep but no luck.
Johnson throwing strikes but missing.
Thomas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Johnson is one step ahead there.
Johnson wants to pass the guard but Thomas is keeping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson being controlled here momentarily.
Thomas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Johnson is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
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 Nathan Thomas will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Andrew Johnson's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown but Johnson shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Thomas closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Johnson's guard.
Johnson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Thomas.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thomas trying to control but Johnson is working from the bottom.
Johnson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Thomas's guard. #REVB#
Thomas avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Thomas on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Thomas tries to get out of the position.
Thomas tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is fighting to break Thomas's control of his arms but Thomas is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Johnson pushing down on Thomas's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Johnson prevents Thomas from standing back up.
#T1#
Thomas works his way to full guard. Good work.#ES#
Thomas is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Johnson presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Johnson misses with the head strike.
Thomas tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Johnson tries a body shot but Thomas blocks it.
Johnson lands with a right to the head.
Johnson wants to stall.
Thomas on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Thomas avoids the elbow strike from Johnson, against the cage.
#BC#
Thomas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Johnson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Johnson is looking to control Thomas's arms but Thomas gets an underhook and turns him. Now Johnson has his back to the cage.
Johnson tries to stall but Thomas uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Johnson misses with a punch to the body.
Johnson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T2#
Johnson struggles to land a body shot inside as Thomas controls his hands.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Thomas as Johnson tries to tie him up.
Thomas dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Thomas is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nathan Thomas. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Johnson is trying to stall.
Thomas blocking some punches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Johnson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Thomas's brow.
Johnson pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Johnson prevents Thomas from breaking the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Thomas on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T3##TD#
Thomas jumps guard and drags Johnson to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Johnson looking to pass the guard.
Johnson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Johnson is in close to Thomas's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Thomas trying to keep a closed guard but Johnson is proving a slippery customer.
Johnson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Johnson throwing strikes from guard but Thomas blocks nicely.
Johnson stopping the sweep attempt from Thomas.#SUB2#
Johnson is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #ES#
Thomas wriggles free and stands up. #T4##TD#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Thomas from controlling successfully.
Johnson seems keen to control Thomas's posture.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thomas trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thomas engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
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 Nathan Thomas will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Andrew Johnson's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Thomas has a takedown stuffed.#CL#
Thomas moves into the clinch successfully.
Johnson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Thomas's efforts to push away.
Johnson lands an elbow inside.
Johnson tries to stall but Thomas uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Thomas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Thomas looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Thomas lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Johnson circles away quickly and effectively.
Thomas shoots in but no luck this time. #T1##CL2#
Johnson clinches with his opponent.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Thomas as Johnson tries to tie him up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Johnson is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.#BC#
Thomas manages to break the clinch.
Thomas tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Johnson wants to counter the offense by Thomas and move into the clinch position.
Thomas cracks Johnson with an open hand slap.
Thomas shoots in for a takedown but Johnson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nathan Thomas. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thomas misses with a few strikes there.
Johnson tries to clinch up but Thomas circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Johnson moves into the clinch.#T2#
Thomas tries to break free but Johnson pushes him back against the cage.
Andrew Johnson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Thomas tries to pull guard but Johnson holds him up against the cage and eventually Thomas drops back down to his feet.
Johnson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Thomas tries to pull guard but Johnson won't allow it.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Johnson as Thomas tries to tie him up.
Johnson tries a knee to the head but Thomas blocks it.
Johnson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Johnson trying to land knees to the body.
Thomas managing to block the knees to the body from Johnson.
Johnson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Thomas is defending well for now.
Johnson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Thomas avoids it.
Thomas fails to pull guard.
Johnson lands an elbow just above Thomas 's eye. #T3#
Johnson has Thomas pressed against the cage, preventing Thomas from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Johnson misses with an elbow over the top.
Thomas tries to break free but Johnson pushes him back against the cage.
Johnson struggles to land a body shot inside as Thomas controls his hands.
Thomas has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Johnson after a bit of a struggle.
Andrew Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Johnson tries to throw a body punch but Thomas avoids it by throwing Johnson back against the cage.
Thomas just leaning against Johnson, taking a breather.
Johnson tries to work over Thomas's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Johnson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thomas's elbow.
Thomas tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Johnson misses with a knee strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Johnson.
Johnson is looking to control Thomas's arms but Thomas gets an underhook and turns him. Now Johnson has his back to the cage. #TD#
Thomas lands a takedown into guard.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Thomas manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Thomas seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Johnson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nathan Thomas is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Johnson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Johnson.
Thomas passes easily into side control. Nice work.
You can see the frustration on Johnson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Thomas is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Johnson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thomas works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Andrew Johnson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Thomas 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Andrew Johnson!
During a confident post fight interview, Andrew Johnson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Johnson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hunter lands a jab to Johnson's midsection.
Johnson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hunter.
A big left from Hunter misses.
Hunter misses with a straight left.
Johnson feinted with a counter takedown.
Hunter lands a nice hook to Johnson's body. Johnson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hunter throws out a loose jab but Johnson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hunter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#KD2#
and Hunter counters with a nice right hand that sends Johnson toppling to the canvas! Johnson scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Hunter finish him?!#ROC2#
Johnson is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Andrew Johnson has been cut.
Johnson is breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Hunter! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Deer Hunter!
After winning the bout, Deer Hunter thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 04, 2018 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Johnson.
A head kick misses from Johnson.
Johnson misses with the combination.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Johnson - that will leave a mark!
Jab from Johnson.
Johnson misses the body punch
and Turd counters with a left to the body.
Turd is breathing heavily.
Turd looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Turd loads up on a big right hand but Johnson slips the punch.
Turd takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Johnson tries to work over Turd's front leg with a kick but Turd checks it.
Turd is looking to counter the offense by Johnson and move into the clinch.
Turd lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Johnson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Turd's corner calls for a 1-2. Turd obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Johnson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Turd.
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!
Some wild striking there from Johnson.
Johnson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Johnson throws a leg kick but Turd moved away.#T1#
Turd cracks Johnson with a good jab.
Johnson throws out a loose jab but Turd uses good head movement to avoid it.
Johnson misses with a double jab
and Turd connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Johnson moves away from the strike by Turd.
Johnson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Turd avoids a punch combination nicely.
A swing and a miss from Johnson.
As Johnson tries to get set, Turd tries to push him back and clinch up but Johnson manages to avoid the attempt.
Johnson wants to land a leg kick but Turd is out of range.
Turd looks to score with a jab to the body but Johnson is just out of range.
Turd looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Johnson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Turd.
Johnson throws a sloppy head kick
and Turd counters with a right hand to the body.
Johnson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Turd.
Johnson throws a right hand that Turd ducks under and follows up with a left that Turd also avoids with ease.
Turd connects with a jab.
Johnson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
Johnson takes a swing at Turd's ribcage but misses.
Turd seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Turd cracks a nice hook into Johnson's ribs.
Turd paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Johnson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Johnson scores with a jab to the head.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Johnson. Turd shrugs it off though.
A combination from Johnson does no damage.
Turd scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Johnson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Turd fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Johnson on the side of the head.
Johnson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Johnson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Turd tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Johnson manages to circle out of the way.
Turd with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Johnson looks to land a body kick but Turd moved away.
Andrew Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Donk. Turd catches Johnson right on the button with a cross.
Turd scores with a sloppy right hand. Johnson should have avoided that one.
Johnson throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Turd moves into the clinch.#T3#
Turd works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Turd looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Turd creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Turd prevents Johnson from breaking the clinch.
Johnson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice left hand lands by Turd.
Turd blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Johnson working aggressively here.
Johnson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Turd works on Johnson's body with a couple of short punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Turd.
Turd lands with a short shot to the head.
Turd lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Turd lands a nice uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Turd.
Turd lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson stalling in the clinch but Turd improves position.
Johnson missing with knees to the body.
#T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Turd.
Turd lands a left hand that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Turd softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Johnson tries to land knees in the clinch but Turd avoids the damage to the body.
Johnson wants to break free but Turd has control.
A short right from Turd on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Turd.
Johnson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Turd seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Johnson can turn it around.
Johnson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Turd has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Turd lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Johnson.
Turd lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Turd lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Turd lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Turd has Johnson pressed against the cage, preventing Johnson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Turd makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Turd is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Johnson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Turd has him pressed against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Good body shot from Turd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bug Turd dominated that round.
That's time! Turd's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Johnson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Turd slips under a jab from Johnson.
Johnson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Johnson just misses with a punch to the body.
Turd dodges the punch combination from Johnson.
Turd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Johnson can do to turn this around?
Johnson scores with a jab to the body.
Turd dodges the punch combination from Johnson.
Johnson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Turd bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Johnson's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turd avoids the head kick by Johnson.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Johnson throws a lazy head kick
and Turd counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Johnson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Turd cracks Johnson with a good jab.
Good shot there by Turd.
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!
Johnson misses with a straight left. #T1#
Johnson misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Turd moves into the clinch successfully.
Turd lands a right hand.
Johnson has a couple of punches blocked by Turd.
Turd scores with a hook to the body.
Turd working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Turd lands a left hand that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Turd lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Johnson looking to slow down the pace here.
A short right from Turd on the inside.
A short left from Turd.
Johnson wants to stall.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Turd lands a body shot in the clinch.
Turd lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Turd lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Turd lands a shot to the body.
Johnson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Turd scores with a shot to the side of Johnson's head.
Turd digs a right hand into Johnson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Johnson's gas tank.
A short left from Turd.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Turd. #ROC#
Johnson is rocked!
Turd lands with a left to the head.
Johnson is still on wobbly legs! Can Turd finish him?
Turd scores with a nice hook to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Still in the clinch, Turd scores with a nice short uppercut.
Turd lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Turd throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Turd works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Turd working some nice short punches in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Turd creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Turd.
Johnson tries to land knees in the clinch but Turd avoids the damage to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Turd working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Turd working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Johnson wants to stall.
Turd lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3#
Turd blocking some punches.
Turd keeps control of Johnson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bug Turd has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Johnson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Turd.
Turd avoiding damage as Johnson throws knees to the body.
Turd scores with a nice hook to the head.
Turd lands a right hand that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Turd lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Turd on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Turd blocks an elbow strike.
Turd lands with a short shot to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Turd creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Turd lands a nice uppercut.
Johnson working hard to break the clinch.
A body shot lands from Turd.
Turd digs a right hand into Johnson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Johnson's gas tank.
Johnson seems to have recovered his senses.
Turd lands a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Turd working aggressively here.
Johnson trying to stall but Turd improves his position.
A right hand to the body from Turd.
Turd lands a shot to the body.
Turd blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Johnson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Turd's elbow. #T4#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Johnson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Turd.
Johnson tries to land knees in the clinch but Turd avoids the damage to the body.
Johnson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Turd lands a nice uppercut.
Turd throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Johnsons head.
Turd lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Johnson or not.
Good body shot from Turd.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Turd lands a right hand.
Turd lands with a left to the head.
Turd presses Johnson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Turd lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Johnson.
Turd lands a right hand.
Turd keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Johnson's efforts to push away.
A nice left hand lands by Turd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bug Turd dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Turd thuds his right hand into Johnson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Johnson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Johnson tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Turd throws a body punch but Johnson moves out of range.
Johnson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Johnson.
A counter left hand to the body from Turd misses its target.
Turd misses with a jab, cross combination.
Johnson slips a straight right by Turd.
Johnson misses with a body kick.
Nice defenses there by Johnson.
Johnson misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throws a right and a left that Turd avoids nicely.
Johnson misses with a wild combination.
Andrew Johnson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Turd throws a right hand that Johnson ducks under and follows up with a left that Johnson also avoids with ease.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Johnson dodges the punch combination from Turd.
#T1#
Johnson throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Johnson tries to keep at a distance but Turd has taken the fight into the clinch.
Johnson misses with a punch on the inside.
Turd lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Johnson has had enough of the clinch but Turd keeps him there for the moment.
Johnson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Turd lands a shot to the body.
Turd digs a right hand underneath Johnson's ribcage. Johnson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Johnson is trying to stall.
Johnson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Turd working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A hook to the body from Turd.
Turd lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Turd.
Turd lands with a right to the head.
Turd lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Turd lands an 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!
Johnson is trying to push Turd away but Turd has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Turd lands with a right to the head.
Johnson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Johnson working aggressively here.
Turd is leaning against Johnson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Johnson can't find room to land a body shot as Turd controls the action.
Turd lands a right hand.
Turd lands a right hand that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Turd working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Turd as Johnson tries to tie him up.
Johnson misses with a knee to the head.
Turd lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Turd lands a right hand.
Turd lands a body punch.
Turd pushes Johnson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Johnson tries to break the clinch but Turd is controlling the position.
Andrew Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Johnson is looking to break free of the clinch but Turd has double underhooks.
Turd lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Turd.
Johnson stalling in the clinch but Turd improves position.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Turd creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Turd unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Johnson! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Turd is unloading with more strikes now! Johnson drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bug Turd!
Our winner, Bug Turd, 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:
WCI 11 - Young - Booey
Date: Mar 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Fon stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Fon wants it to stay on the feet.
Johnson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt.
Fon throws a quick counter kick to the body but Johnson avoids it.#CL#
Fon fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Johnson, pushing him back against the cage.
Johnson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Fon prevents the takedown attempt.
Rae Fon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andrew Johnson.
Stalling in the clinch from Fon.
Johnson fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fon is struggling to control the position.
Fon stalling the fight.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Fon for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Johnson takes a shot to the head.
Fon stalls.
Johnson avoids a wild elbow strike from Fon.#T1#
Johnson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Johnson wants to break free but Fon has control.
Fon utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Johnson misses with a body punch.
Fon is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Johnson is defending well for now.
Fon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fon leaning against his opponent.
The referee calls for Johnson to work.
Johnson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fon lands a damaging elbow.
Johnson slows down the pace here.
Johnson avoiding damage as Fon throws knees to the body.
#T2#
Fon missing with knees to the body.
Johnson managing to block the knees to the body from Fon.
Johnson wants to stall.
Fon stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Fon is pushing Johnson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Johnson takes a knee to the side of the body.
Johnson looks winded!
Fon misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Johnson.
Johnson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fon stalling in the clinch.
Fon is stalling here.
A short uppercut from Fon. #T3#
Johnson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Fon avoids it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fon.
Fon tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Johnson avoids it.
Fon looking to throw knees to the head but Johnson is blocking nicely.
Fon leaning against his opponent.
Fon content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Fon.
Fon tries a knee to the head but Johnson blocks it.
Fon working Johnson over with knees to the body.
Fon gets through Johnson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Fon tries to land knees in the clinch but Johnson avoids the damage to the body. #T4#
Fon using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Fon.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Fon obliges.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fon lands with a light punch inside.
Fon landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Fon lands a nice elbow.
Fon trying to land knees to the body.
Johnson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fon lands a left hand that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Nice elbow from Fon.
Johnson is trying to stall.
#TD2#
Johnson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Johnson no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rae Fon dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Fon clinches up with Johnson and pushes him back against the cage.
Fon lands with a right to the head.
Fon taking a breather.
Fon crunches a lovely knee into Johnson's ribcage.
Fon is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Fon landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Johnson is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fon tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Johnson avoids it.
Fon tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Johnson avoids it.
Fon lands a hook that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Fon with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #T1#
Fon lands with a short shot to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Fon obliges.
Fon lands a nice knee to the body.
Fon misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Johnson.
Fon scores a nice knee to the body.
Fon will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Johnson up against the cage.
Fon landing knees to the body.
Johnson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fon landing knees to the body.
Fon pushes Johnson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The referee calls for Fon to work.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Fon takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Fon gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#T2#
Fon utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Fon stalling against the cage.
The referee calls for Fon to work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Johnson being controlled against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Rae Fon.
Johnson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Rae Fon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fon scores with a body shot.
#T3#
Fon turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fon looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A combination from Fon does no damage. #CL#
Fon closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Fon lands a left hand.
Still in the clinch, Fon scores with a nice short uppercut.
Johnson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fon missing with knees to the body.
Rae Fon has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Johnson wants to stall.
Fon has Johnson pressed against the cage.
Come on Fon - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Fon seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Fon blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T4#
Johnson has Fon pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Fon manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Fon trying to land knees to the body.
Fon lands a nice knee to the body.
Fon landing knees to the body.
Fon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fon lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fon pressing his opponent against the cage.
Fon landing knees to the body.
Fon taking a breather.
Fon is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Johnson is defending well for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rae Fon dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Fon misses with a head kick.
Fon avoids the head kick by Johnson.
Johnson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Fon clinches with his opponent.
Stalling in the clinch from Fon.
Fon lands with a light punch inside.
Fon lands with a light punch inside.
Fon missing with knees to the body.
Fon gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Andrew Johnson has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fon stalling.
Fon misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Johnson.
Fon is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Johnson is defending well for now.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Fon.
Johnson is trying to maintain a safe position but Fon gets an underhook and turns Johnson into the cage.
Fon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Johnson can do to turn this around?#T1#
Fon lands a shoulder strike.
Fon misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Johnson.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Fon obliges.
Johnson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fon lands a shoulder strike.
Fon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fon effectively controlling the action here.
Fon pushes Johnson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fon using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Johnson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fon tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Johnson avoids it.
Johnson blocks an elbow strike from Fon.
Johnson avoiding damage as Fon throws knees to the body.
#T2#
Johnson is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Fon tries to land knees in the clinch but Johnson avoids the damage to the body.
Johnson tries to throw a body punch but Fon avoids it by throwing Johnson back against the cage.
Johnson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Fon to keep the fight standing.
Fon will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Johnson up against the cage.
Johnson takes a shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fon misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Johnson.
Fon throws a knee to the head but misses.
Fon tries to land knees in the clinch but Johnson avoids the damage to the body.
A short right from Fon. #T3#
Johnson tries to pull guard but Fon won't allow it.
Fon misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Johnson.
Johnson working hard to break the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Fon obliges.
Andrew Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fon working Johnson over with knees to the body.
Fon has Johnson pushed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Johnson fails to land.
Fon is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Fon lands a left hand that snaps the head of Johnson backwards.
Fon stalling against the cage.
Fon lands a knee to the body.
Fon stalling the fight.
Stalling in the clinch from Fon.
Fon working Johnson over with knees to the body.
Fon lands a nice knee to the body. #T4#
Johnson letting Fon take a breather here.
Fon crunches a lovely knee into Johnson's ribcage.
Fon working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Johnson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fon lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Johnson lands with a short shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Fon holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Fon scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fon pressing his opponent against the cage.
Fon putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Johnson in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Rae Fon is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fon blocks an uppercut.
Johnson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rae Fon showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Fon, 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight for Rae Fon!
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Rae Fon!
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Rae Fon!
Rae Fon wins by unanimous decision!
Rae Fon tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
WorldClass Invitational 3
Date: Feb 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Johnson throws a head kick but Makela moves out of range.
Makela tries for a takedown but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Johnson tries to clinch but Makela is having none of it.
Johnson throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Makela counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Johnson!
Johnson is not content to let Makela control the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Makela is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Johnson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is not content to let Makela control the position. #T1#
Makela misses with the ground and pound.
Johnson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Makela on the ground.
Makela wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johnson keeps working. #SUB2#
Makela thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Johnson parries the strikes from Makela easily there. Makela is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Johnson to escape.
Makela wants to control but Johnson is keeping him busy.
Johnson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Dungeon Brawler Gym ($800/week) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Makela working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Makela cracks Johnson with a big right hand but Johnson just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Makela working the head and body with strikes.
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.
Makela landing strikes.
Makela has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Makela trying to control the position but Johnson is working away.
Makela controlling from side mount. #T3#
Johnson is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB2#
Makela is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Johnson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Johnson is trying to buck Makela off.#SUB2#
Makela is working to tighten his grip on Johnson's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Johnson has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Makela is really squeezing tight and eventually Johnson passes out! Makela breaks the hold and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Mikko Makela!
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Event:
EFA 11 Anderson vs Greene
Date: Jan 13, 2018 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Sechler.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Johnson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sechler shoots in but Johnson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sechler shoots in and drives through. Johnson sprawls well.#CL#
Johnson pushes Sechler up against the cage in a clinch.
Sechler is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Johnson to keep the fight standing.
Andrew Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zac Sechler.#TD#
Johnson manages to pull guard.
Johnson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Johnson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Johnson controls Sechler momentarily but Sechler frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sechler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Johnson holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Johnson looking for a guillotine here but Sechler defends easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Johnson is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Sechler is looking for a triangle but Johnson pushes his legs off easily.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sechler is looking to stand up but Johnson isn't so interested in that idea.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sechler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson wants to stand but Sechler has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Johnson has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Johnson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Sechler looking to control.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sechler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson stays in close to Sechler's body and controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson looking to sit in guard and control but Sechler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Sechler is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Sechler content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Sechler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Johnson is keeping the position for now.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Sechler from controlling successfully.
Johnson pulls Sechler in close to prevent any damage. #SU2#
Sechler decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL#
Johnson rushes Sechler and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Johnson has clasped his hands together around Sechler's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #ES2#
Sechler throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Sechler throws a head kick but Johnson moves out of range.
Sechler looks winded!#TD#
Johnson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Johnson is thwarting Sechler's attempts to control the position.
Johnson wants to stand but Sechler has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #SUB#
Johnson seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Johnson is looking for a kimura here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sechler's head.
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 Andrew Johnson will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sechler is looking to clinch.
Andrew Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Johnson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Johnson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Sechler manages to get back to half guard.
Johnson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sechler wants to improve his position but Johnson is controlling well.
Johnson not doing much here.
Sechler wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Sechler is refusing to be controlled, as Johnson sits in half guard.
Sechler is breathing heavily.#T1#
Johnson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Sechler with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Sechler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johnson is trying to control. Sechler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Johnson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sechler defends it well.
Sechler avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Johnson.
Johnson seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Sechler is looking to control Johnson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sechler avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Johnson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sechler defends it well.
Johnson wants to pass the guard but Sechler is defending well. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Johnson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sechler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sechler controlling the position well. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Johnson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES2#
Sechler throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Johnson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sechler. #TD#
Johnson gets a double leg takedown into Sechler's guard.#T3#
Sechler wants to sweep but no luck.
Johnson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Sechler is proving hard to escape from.
Sechler trying to control the position.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sechler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Johnson drops back looking for a leg! Sechler is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sechler manages to kick Johnson off! Johnson jumps back into Sechler's guard. #SUB2#
Sechler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Johnson is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Johnson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Johnson is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Sechler keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Sechler is looking for a triangle but Johnson pushes his legs off easily.
Sechler working a defensive guard here.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Johnson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
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 Andrew Johnson will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sechler misses with a takedown attempt - Johnson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Johnson. #TD#
Sechler gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
Sechler manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Sechler fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sechler fails to land the takedown.
Sechler dives in and grabs Johnson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Johnson pushes down on Sechler's head and hops out.
Andrew Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zac Sechler.#TD#
Johnson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Johnson connects with a nice short shot to Sechler's temple.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Johnson is looking to take a break and control but Sechler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet.
Sechler has hold of Johnson's hands but Johnson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Sechler is staying active underneath Johnson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Johnson is thwarting Sechler's attempts to control the position.
Johnson tries to stand but can't do so whilst Sechler controls his leg.
Johnson controlling the pace.
Johnson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Sechler. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Johnson connects with a nice short shot to Sechler's temple.
Sechler tries to roll over but Johnson keeps him under control.
It looks like Johnson is going to stand back up.
Andrew Johnson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB#
Johnson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sechler is just riding it out for now. Johnson eventually gives up the hold.
Sechler tries to kick Johnson off but Johnson keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T3#
Johnson wants to free his trapped foot but Sechler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Johnson prevents Sechler from standing back up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Johnson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Sechler pushes Johnson off and gets back to his feet.
Zac Sechler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD#
Johnson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Sechler manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES2#
Sechler is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Johnson presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sechler can't get the takedown.
Sechler tries to land knees in the clinch but Johnson avoids the damage to the body.
Sechler misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4#
Johnson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sechler avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Johnson takes a shot to the head.
Sechler jumps guard but Johnson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Johnson jumps guard and drags Sechler to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Andrew Johnson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Johnson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sechler wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
Johnson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
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 Andrew Johnson.
Well Johnson 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 Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:28
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andrew Johnson!
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Event:
EFA 1
Date: Nov 30, 2017 |
#R1#
No luck for Sanchez with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Sanchez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Johnson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Sanchez just stands there and leans against the cage.
Johnson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sanchez gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC2#
Sanchez breaks from the clinch.
#TD#
Johnson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sanchez's half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Sanchez tries to get to full guard but Johnson has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson controlling the action here. #T1#
Sanchez is trying to control but Johnson passes into side control!
Sanchez is trying to control Johnson's posture but Johnson avoids it. #SUB#
Johnson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Johnson tries to advance to mount but can't. #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.
Johnson working away.
Johnson controls the position.
Johnson trying to control the position but Sanchez is working away.
Sanchez wants to control but Johnson postures up.
Sanchez is trying to improve his position.
Johnson working away.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Johnson is breathing heavily.#T3#
Sanchez goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Johnson doesn't manage to clinch there - Sanchez circles away.
Sanchez thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Johnson if he has to take too many more of those.
#TD2#
Sanchez feints and as Johnson raises his hands in defense, Sanchez changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#ES#
Johnson uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Sanchez throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD#
Johnson gets a takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sanchez wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Johnson tries to stand and escape but Sanchez is controlling the position.
Sanchez wants to control but Johnson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sanchez wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sanchez keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Sanchez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Johnson pulls his head out easily.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Sanchez pushes Johnson off, looking to escape but Johnson dives into side control. He's locked up a kimura now - that was fast! He's cranking on it and Sanchez is forced to tap! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Andrew Johnson!
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