Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 21, 2021

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Inoue.#CL2#
Inoue clinches up with Clarke and pushes him back against the cage.
Clarke jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Inoue walks away with a smile on his face. Clarke gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Inoue tries to circle away but Clarke has him pinned against the cage.
Clarke tries to pull guard but Inoue won't allow it.
Inoue blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
Clarke pulls Inoue into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Clarke is working an open guard so Inoue takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Inoue looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Clarke is fending him off so far but Inoue persists. Nope, Clarke circles away and we're back to standing.#CL#
Clarke has taken the fight to the clinch.
Clarke fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Inoue.
Clarke jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Inoue walks away with a smile on his face. Clarke gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shamus Clarke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A clash of legs there as Clarke blocks the low kick.
Clarke tries to clinch but Inoue moves out of range.
Clarke tries to clinch
and Inoue connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Inoue scores with a takedown into Clarke's guard.#SUB#
Clarke is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Clarke is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Clarke working for a triangle but Inoue defends it easily. #SUB#
Clarke has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Inoue doesn't defend quickly enough and Clarke has managed to lock this one up! Can Inoue escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Clarke on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shamus Clarke!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 13, 2021

#R1#
Inoue pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Inoue fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hvidston changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Inoue tries to avoid it but Hvidston manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Inoue to the ground. Inoue escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Inoue tries to keep at a distance but Hvidston has taken the fight into the clinch.
Inoue is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hvidston to keep the fight standing.
Hvidston is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2#
Inoue ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Inoue no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Inoue has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inoue's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hvidston trying to control the position from guard on top but Inoue is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Inoue pulls Hvidston in close to prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Inoue is on top in guard. #REVB#
Inoue's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hvidston is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SU2#
Hvidston is working an open guard so Inoue takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Hvidston tries to clinch but Inoue moves out of range. #T2#
Inoue has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hvidston.
Inoue darts in looking for a takedown but Hvidston gets double underhooks and turns Inoue into the cage.
Evan Hvidston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nobuhito Inoue.
Inoue shoots for a takedown but Hvidston saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Hvidston changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Inoue looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.

Inoue bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hvidston connects with a high kick.
Inoue shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hvidston pinned against the cage. Hvidston gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL2#
Inoue gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T3#
Hvidston looking for a takedown.
Hvidston fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Hvidston tries to circle away but Inoue has him pinned against the cage.#TD2#
Inoue ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Inoue no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Hvidston knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Inoue on the ground.#SUB2#
Inoue has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hvidston can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Inoue throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Inoue wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #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.
Inoue 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.
Hvidston trying to control but Inoue is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Inoue looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nobuhito Inoue dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Inoue circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hvidston shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Inoue pinned against the cage. Inoue gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Inoue checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Inoue unleashes a big counter combination but Hvidston bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Inoue shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hvidston defends it nicely.
Inoue shoots for a takedown but Hvidston saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hvidston shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Inoue defends it nicely.
Inoue darts in looking for a takedown but Hvidston gets double underhooks and turns Inoue into the cage.
Evan Hvidston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nobuhito Inoue.
Hvidston dodges the punch combination from Inoue. #T1#
Hvidston misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hvidston shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Inoue as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Inoue fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hvidston, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Hvidston breaks the clinch.
Evan Hvidston is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hvidston throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Inoue counters with a left and a right that stings Hvidston.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hvidston or perhaps it was just good defense by Inoue, which made it look bad.
As Hvidston backs off Inoue throws a huge counter combo but Hvidston manages to avoid it all.
Inoue dives in and grabs Hvidston's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hvidston pushes down on Inoue's head and hops out.#CL2#
Inoue moves into range and clinches up with Hvidston.
Hvidston tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Inoue tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T2##BC#
Hvidston breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hvidston has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Inoue counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Hvidston prevents a takedown attempt there.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Inoue jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hvidston walks away with a smile on his face. Inoue gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hvidston fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Inoue holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD#
Hvidston decides to pull guard.
Inoue forces his way into half guard.
Inoue trying to control the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB#
Hvidston has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Inoue escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Inoue!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hvidston is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Inoue is controlling him well.
A control attempt from Hvidston but he's now mounted!#SUB2#
Inoue looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Inoue is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Hvidston has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Inoue takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hvidston tries to hold on but Inoue postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU2#
Inoue gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Horrible takedown attempt by Inoue or perhaps it was just good defense by Hvidston, which made it look bad.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nobuhito Inoue showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Inoue looks for a takedown but Hvidston sprawls well.#CL2#
Inoue clinches up with Hvidston and pushes him back against the cage.
Hvidston tries to pull guard but Inoue forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hvidston tries a body shot but Inoue blocks it.
Inoue holding his opponent close, against the cage. #BC#
Hvidston breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hvidston looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Inoue is fending him off so far but Hvidston persists. Nope, Inoue circles away and we're back to standing.
As Hvidston backs off Inoue throws a huge counter combo but Hvidston manages to avoid it all.
Inoue shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hvidston as he avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hvidston or perhaps it was just good defense by Inoue, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evan Hvidston. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Hvidston moves in looking to clinch but Inoue pushes him off.
Inoue has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Inoue slaps away a takedown attempt from Hvidston, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Evan Hvidston is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Inoue has managed to clinch.
Hvidston taking a breather. #BC2#
Inoue escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice sprawl there from Hvidston as Inoue shoots in.
Inoue closes the distance and clinches up with Hvidston, looking for a takedown. Inoue pushes Hvidston against the cage but Hvidston circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Inoue gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hvidston is trying to drag Inoue to the mat but Inoue just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hvidston struggles to land a body shot inside as Inoue controls his hands. #T2##BC#
Hvidston pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Inoue drives through with a takedown into Hvidston's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hvidston can't keep his opponent in guard - Inoue advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Inoue controlling the action here.
Hvidston is looking for a sweep. Inoue is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Inoue passes into side control, despite Hvidston's attempt to control the position. #SU2#
Inoue decides to stand up, so the ref orders Hvidston to his feet. #TD#
Hvidston shoots in for a takedown and gets it.

Inoue has one foot on Hvidston's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hvidston wants to clinch.#T4##CL#
Hvidston fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Inoue, pushing him back against the cage.
Inoue has Hvidston pressed against the cage, preventing Hvidston from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hvidston is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Inoue jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hvidston walks away with a smile on his face. Inoue gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Inoue closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hvidston is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Inoue gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Inoue controlling the action here for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hvidston misses with the head strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nobuhito Inoue comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Inoue winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nobuhito Inoue!

Event: ACA 7: Stephenson vs Pope
Date: Dec 25, 2020

#R1#
Fast tries to clinch but Inoue is having none of it.
Inoue shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Inoue instigates a clinch. #BC#
Fast breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Inoue shoots in but Fast avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Fast misses with a hook. Inoue ducked under it nicely.
Inoue lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Inoue looks for a takedown but Fast sprawls well.
Tom Fast has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nobuhito Inoue.#CL2#
Inoue clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fast landing knees to the body.
Fast gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Inoue.
Inoue has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1##BC#
Fast's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fast pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Inoue throws a leg kick that misses. #CL#
Fast has taken the fight to the clinch.
Inoue is looking to control Fast's arms but Fast gets an underhook and turns him. Now Inoue has his back to the ropes.
Fast wants to break the clinch but can't.
Fast tries to pull guard but Inoue won't allow it.
Inoue can't get the takedown.
Fast stalling in the clinch but Inoue improves position.
Inoue tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Fast just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Inoue is trying to break the clinch but Fast is controlling him.#T2#
Fast misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Inoue wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Fast has him pressed against the ropes.
Inoue changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fast fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Inoue connects with a right hand. Fast shakes it off.
Inoue dives in for a single leg takedown but Fast sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Fast appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Inoue tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Inoue looks for a takedown but Fast sprawls well.
Inoue tries to score a power double leg takedown but Fast sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Inoue somewhat.#T3#
Inoue circles away from the clinch attempt
and Inoue counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Inoue throws a head kick but Fast moves out of range.
Inoue is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fast ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Inoue moves away.#CL#
Fast drives through and clinches with Inoue against the ropes.
Inoue tries to score a body lock takedown but Fast shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Fast prevents Inoue from breaking the clinch.
Inoue looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Fast is working for takedown but Inoue is calmly controlling the position for now.#T4##BC#
Fast breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Fast clinches up against the ropes.
Fast is struggling to control the position.#BC#
Fast breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Inoue looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Fast is fending him off so far but Inoue persists. Nope, Fast circles away and we're back to standing.
A quick step to the side and Fast tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL2#
Inoue closes the distance and pushes Fast back into the ropes.#BC#
Fast breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Fast moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Inoue working hard to break the clinch.
Fast can't get the takedown.
Fast is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Inoue tries for a takedown but Fast manages to get underhooks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Fast dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD#
Fast manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Inoue on his heels. He'll look to pass Inoue's guard now, I'm sure.

Inoue scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Inoue tries to score a power double leg takedown but Fast sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Inoue somewhat.
Fast wants to clinch but Inoue slips to the side
and Inoue counters with a two punch combo. #CL#
Fast has closed the distance and engaged Inoue in a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Inoue jumps guard but Fast stands there with Inoue around his waist. Inoue gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC#
Fast manages to break the clinch.
Inoue throws a head kick that misses.
Inoue is looking to land body kicks.
Inoue shoots in for a takedown but Fast shows good takedown defense.
Tom Fast has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nobuhito Inoue.#T1#
Fast fails with a takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Inoue on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've been told by Fast's head coaches at Deep waters that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Inoue shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Fast defends it nicely.
Fast is looking to counter the offense by Inoue and move into the clinch.
Inoue tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Inoue closes this distance looking for a takedown but Fast circles away.#CL2#
Inoue closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Fast obliges.
Fast trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Fast escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
Inoue changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fast tries to avoid it but Inoue manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fast to the ground. Fast escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Fast half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Fast with a poor takedown #CL2#
and Inoue counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Inoue lands a body shot.
Inoue tries for a takedown. No joy.
Inoue is trying to force a seperation but Fast has the dominant position.
Fast is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Fast fails to pull guard.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Inoue is trying to pull guard but Fast turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Fast is pressed up against the ropes. Inoue has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fast down to the mat. Fast avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T3#
Inoue shoots in looking for a takedown. Fast tries to sprawl out of it but Inoue keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Fast manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Fast half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Inoue tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Fast defends well and Inoue ends up having to push Fast into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Inoue takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Fast doesn't manage to clinch there - Inoue circles away.
Fast throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Inoue's head.
Inoue changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fast tries to avoid it but Inoue manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fast to the ground. Fast escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Inoue tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Fast is able to avoid easily.
Inoue tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Fast paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Inoue takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Fast is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Inoue can do to turn this around?#T4#
Inoue fails with a takedown attempt.
Fast is looking to counter the offense by Inoue and move into the clinch.
Inoue ducks under a wild hook from Fast.
Inoue lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Fast circles away quickly and effectively.
Inoue takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Fast defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Inoue.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Fast lands with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Inoue bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Inoue lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Fast is looking to clinch but Inoue is avoiding it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Tom Fast will probably get the nod.
That's time! Fast's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Fast thows a body kick. Inoue tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Fast lands a jab-cross combination.
Inoue closes the distance and clinches up with Fast, looking for a takedown. Inoue pushes Fast against the ropes but Fast circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tom Fast is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A good leg kick by Fast.
Fast circles away from the clinch attempt.
Fast was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Inoue gets a clinch.
Inoue stalling in the clinch but Fast improves position. #BC#
Fast escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tom Fast is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inoue shoots in but Fast avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Fast throws a big counter combination but Inoue scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Inoue clinches with his opponent.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
A shot in the inside from Fast.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Inoue content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Fast tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Fast misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Fast breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Inoue has closed the distance and engaged Fast in a clinch. #TD2#
Inoue drags the fight down to the ground.
Inoue is looking to stand up but Fast isn't so interested in that idea.
Fast wanted to stand there but Inoue had control of the position. #T2#
Inoue lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Inoue loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Inoue missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Inoue sitting in guard here, content to control.
Inoue wants to pass the guard but Fast is keeping the position.
Inoue in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3##SU2#
Inoue gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Fast lands a head kick!
Inoue shoots for a takedown but Fast saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Fast misses the target.
Tom Fast has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nobuhito Inoue.
Inoue shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Fast sprawls well. Fast wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Inoue gets slowly back to his feet.
Inoue tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fast swivels and escapes.
Fast throws a quick counter head kick but Inoue was just out of range.
Fast shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Inoue as he avoids it easily.
Fast tries to clinch up.
Fast throws a half hearted mid kick.#T4#
Inoue shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Fast as he avoids it easily.
Inoue tries a low kick but Fast avoids it.
Inoue tries to score with a low kick but Fast moves his leg out of the way.
Fast half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2#
Inoue clinches with his opponent.
Fast throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Inoues head.
Inoue drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC#
Fast breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Inoue is looking to clinch but Fast is avoiding it.
Nobuhito Inoue has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tom Fast is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Inoue punishes Fast's body with a nice straight punch.

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 Tom Fast.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Fast, 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Fast!
Tom Fast bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: ACA 3: Stephenson vs Fast
Date: Nov 27, 2020

#R1#
Inoue shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Yakovenko as he avoids it easily.
Yakovenko circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Yakovenko moves into the clinch.
Yakovenko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Inoue tries to score a body lock takedown but Yakovenko shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Inoue tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nobuhito Inoue. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Inoue dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Inoue tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Inoue goes for a takedown attempt but Yakovenko pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yakovenko fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Inoue is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Yakovenko.
Yakovenko stuffs the takedown attempt from Inoue. Inoue gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Yakovenko closes the distance and pushes Inoue back into the cage.#T1##BC2#
Yakovenko's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Yakovenko slaps away a takedown attempt from Inoue, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Inoue dives in and grabs Yakovenko's left leg, looking for a takedown. Yakovenko pushes down on Inoue's head and hops out.
Despite the aggression on Yakovenko's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Yakovenko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Inoue moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Inoue fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Yakovenko lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Inoue looks for a takedown but Yakovenko sprawls well.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Yakovenko.
Yakovenko throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Yakovenko looks for the body kick but Inoue saw that one coming. #T2#
Yakovenko pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Inoue shoots in and drives through. Yakovenko sprawls well.
Inoue moves in looking to clinch but Yakovenko pushes him off.
Inoue fails with a takedown attempt.
Yakovenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Yakovenko misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Yakovenko darts in looking for a takedown but Inoue gets double underhooks and turns Yakovenko into the cage.
Inoue shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Yakovenko as he avoids it easily. #CL#
Inoue forces Yakovenko back against the cage and clinches.
Yakovenko is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Inoue is defending well.
Inoue jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Yakovenko walks away with a smile on his face. Inoue gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T3#
Yakovenko throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Inoue counters with a nice low kick that buckles Yakovenko's knee momentarily.
Inoue throws a sloppy head kick
and Yakovenko counters with a left and a right that stings Inoue.
Yakovenko misses with a takedown attempt - Inoue sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A combination from Inoue does no damage.
Inoue fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Yakovenko avoids it really well and circles away.
Inoue is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Yakovenko takes the fight into the clinch.
Yakovenko is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T4##BC#
Inoue escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Yakovenko finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Inoue really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Yakovenko shoots in looking for a takedown. Inoue tries to sprawl out of it but Yakovenko keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Inoue manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Inoue shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Yakovenko pinned against the cage. Yakovenko gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Inoue tries to keep at a distance but Yakovenko has taken the fight into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mykhailo Yakovenko dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Inoue tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Yakovenko counters with a three punch combo that has Inoue backing up. Inoue nods at Yakovenko to acknowledge the strikes.#CL#
Inoue moves into the clinch.
Yakovenko has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Inoue after a bit of a struggle.
Yakovenko tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Inoue just stands there and leans against the cage.
Yakovenko is looking to take this one to the mat.
Nobuhito Inoue has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mykhailo Yakovenko.#TD2#
Yakovenko successfully pulls guard.
Inoue looking to sit in guard and control but Yakovenko gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Inoue manages to escape and get back to his feet. #CL2#
Yakovenko gets in close and instigates a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yakovenko looking to throw knees to the head but Inoue is blocking nicely. #T1#
Yakovenko is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Inoue pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Inoue throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Inoue stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Inoue stalling in the clinch.
Inoue tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Yakovenko smiles and moves away.
Inoue shoots in and drives through. Yakovenko sprawls well.
Inoue tries for a takedown but Yakovenko sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL#
Inoue moves into the clinch.
Yakovenko tries to pull guard but Inoue holds him up against the cage and eventually Yakovenko drops back down to his feet. #BC#
Inoue manages to break the clinch.
Inoue shoots in for a takedown but Yakovenko shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T2##CL2#
Yakovenko moves into the clinch successfully.
Yakovenko has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Yakovenko jumps guard but Inoue stands there with Yakovenko around his waist. Yakovenko gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Yakovenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Inoue controlling the action here for a moment. #BC2#
Yakovenko's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Inoue shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Yakovenko but Yakovenko pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Inoue throws a body punch but Yakovenko moves out of range. #T3#
Yakovenko shoots in and drives through. Inoue sprawls well.
Inoue swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yakovenko shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Inoue defends it nicely.
Yakovenko takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Inoue pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Inoue misses with a two punch combination.
Yakovenko looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL#
Inoue fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Yakovenko, pushing him back against the cage.
Yakovenko tries to pull guard but Inoue won't allow it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Inoue with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T4##BC#
Inoue's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Yakovenko.
Inoue tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mykhailo Yakovenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Yakovenko drops his hands momentarily and Inoue takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Inoue throws a sloppy head kick and Yakovenko moves out of range easily.
Inoue stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Inoue wants it to stay on the feet.
Yakovenko fails with the takedown
and Inoue counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Yakovenko thinking.
Yakovenko is breathing heavily.
Inoue tries to clinch up but Yakovenko circles away and keeps his distance.
Nobuhito Inoue is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yakovenko darts in looking for a takedown but Inoue gets double underhooks and turns Yakovenko into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nobuhito Inoue dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Yakovenko throws a head kick that misses.
Inoue fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Yakovenko misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Inoue fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Yakovenko, pushing him back against the cage.
Yakovenko is looking to take this one to the mat.
Inoue dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Inoue is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Yakovenko to keep the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inoue stalling.
Inoue dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Inoue is trying to pull guard but Yakovenko turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nobuhito Inoue. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Inoue wants to take the fight to the mat but Yakovenko manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
Yakovenko manages to pull guard.
Inoue wants to pass the guard but Yakovenko is keeping the position.#ES2#
Yakovenko is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Inoue presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Inoue is looking to take this one to the mat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Yakovenko pulls Inoue into guard.
Yakovenko wants to stand up but Inoue is controlling him.
Inoue trying to stand up but can't free himself from Yakovenko's guard.#T2#
Yakovenko is trying to control the position but Inoue postures up.
Inoue controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Inoue tries to free his leg and advance position but Yakovenko is retaining full guard.
Yakovenko trying to keep a closed guard but Inoue is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Yakovenko moves out of range as Inoue throws a body kick.
Yakovenko changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Inoue tries to avoid it but Yakovenko manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Inoue to the ground. Inoue escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Yakovenko swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and Inoue moves into the clinch.
Yakovenko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Yakovenko misses with a body punch. #T3#
Yakovenko is working for takedown but Inoue is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC#
Inoue breaks from the clinch.
Inoue goes for a double leg but Yakovenko avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Yakovenko continues to drive forward.
Inoue changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Yakovenko tries to avoid it but Inoue manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Yakovenko to the ground. Yakovenko escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Inoue shoots in and drives through. Yakovenko sprawls well.
Nice takedown defense from Inoue. No joy for Yakovenko on that attempt.
Yakovenko looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Yakovenko fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Inoue shoots for a takedown but Yakovenko saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Inoue throws a sloppy head kick and Yakovenko moves out of range easily.
And Yakovenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Inoue pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Inoue doesn't manage to clinch there - Yakovenko circles away. #T4#
Yakovenko fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Inoue wants to clinch up but Yakovenko keeps it at a distance.
Inoue wants to clinch up but Yakovenko keeps it at a distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Yakovenko.
Inoue tries to clinch but Yakovenko moves out of range. #CL#
Inoue gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Inoue lands with a short punch from the clinch. #TD#
Inoue manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Yakovenko looking to pass the guard.

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 Nobuhito Inoue.
I think Inoue 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Mykhailo Yakovenko!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lee misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lee stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lee wants it to stay on the feet.
Lee throws a left and a right that both miss #CL2#
and Inoue counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Lee is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Lee wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lee wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Inoue has him pressed against the cage.
Lee is trying to break free.
Inoue is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lee is defending well for now.
Lee is trying to break the clinch but Inoue has him pressed against the cage.
Lee is trying to force a seperation but Inoue has the dominant position.#TD2#
Inoue manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Inoue throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lee tries to stand but Inoue is controlling from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inoue has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lee trying to stand up but can't free himself from Inoue's guard.#T1#
Inoue tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Inoue has a closed guard, preventing Lee from standing up. #SU#
Lee gets to his feet. Inoue looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Lee looks to land a left hand but Inoue moved out of range nicely.
Inoue unleashes a big counter combination but Lee bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Inoue rushes Lee and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Inoue drags the fight down to the ground.
Lee is looking to stand up but Inoue won't let him.
Lee is fighting to break Inoue's control of his arms but Inoue is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SU#
Lee stands and steps away. Inoue gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Seung Woo Lee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lee misses with a looping left.
Lee throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Inoue.
Inoue dodges the punch combination from Lee. #T2#
Some wild striking there from Lee.
Lee throws a right hand that Inoue ducks under and follows up with a left that Inoue also avoids with ease.
Lee swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lee slaps away a takedown attempt from Inoue, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD2#
Inoue shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lee napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Lee is breathing heavily.
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!#SU2#
Inoue stands up and beckons Lee to his feet.
Lee misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lee defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Inoue.
Seung Woo Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nobuhito Inoue.#CL2#
Inoue gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lee wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Lee has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A frustrated look appears on Inoue's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T3#
Inoue working hard to break the clinch.
Inoue wants a takedown but no success here.
Lee is trying to push Inoue away but Inoue has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD2#
Inoue pulls Lee into guard.
Inoue trying to strike off his back. #ES2#
Inoue pushes Lee off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL2#
Lee gets tackled into the cage by Inoue. Inoue maintains the clinch.
Lee has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lee is trying to break free.
Inoue keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lee's efforts to push away.
Lee is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Lee prevents Inoue from breaking the clinch.
Inoue lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Lee is trying to force a seperation but Inoue has the dominant position.
Inoue looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD2#
Inoue drags the fight down to the ground.
Inoue pulls Lee in to control the position. #ES2#
Inoue has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Lee has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lee tries to break the clinch but Inoue is controlling the position.
Lee wants to break the clinch but can't.
The referee is keeping an eye on Inoue - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A frustrated look appears on Lee's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lee wants to get back to striking at distance but Inoue won't allow it.
Lee blocks an elbow strike from Inoue.
Lee is trying to break the clinch but Inoue is controlling him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nobuhito Inoue dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Lee fails to land with a series of punches.
Inoue is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Lee misses with the combination.
Lee misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Inoue counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Inoue.
Lee wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Inoue can't get the takedown.
Lee wants to get back to striking at distance but Inoue won't allow it.
Lee tries to circle away but Inoue has him pinned against the cage.
Lee is trying to break the clinch but Inoue is controlling him.
Lee wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Inoue has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Lee regains guard immediately.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inoue tries to free his leg and advance position but Lee is retaining full guard.
Inoue controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Inoue with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lee wants to stand but Inoue is controlling the position.
Inoue controls from within his opponent's guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Lee wants to stand and escape but Inoue is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lee misses with a few strikes there.
Lee misses with a wild combination.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Inoue showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lee.
Inoue shoots in looking for a takedown but Lee manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Inoue's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Inoue slips a jab and a cross from Lee.
Inoue moves out of range of the strikes.#TD2#
Inoue throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lee was covering up waiting for the punch and Inoue finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Lee wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Inoue manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Inoue stalling. #T3#
Nobuhito Inoue has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Lee is defending against the submission attempts here by Inoue.
Inoue keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Inoue is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Inoue in particular looking to stall.
Inoue is continuing to stall.
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.

That was a close second round but I would say that Seung Woo Lee will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Inoue closes the distance and clinches.
Lee tries to break free but Inoue pushes him back against the cage.
Lee is trying to break the clinch but Inoue has him pressed against the cage.
Inoue has Lee pressed against the cage, preventing Lee from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lee looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Lee wants to break free but Inoue has control.
Inoue has Lee pressed against the cage, preventing Lee from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Inoue keeps control of Lee as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Lee looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Lee tries to break the clinch but Inoue is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee is trying to push Inoue away but Inoue has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD2#
Inoue pulls guard effortlessly.
Lee will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Inoue controlling the position.
Lee has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Inoue is proving hard to escape from. #T1#
Inoue is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #ES2#
Inoue is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD2#
Inoue pulls guard effortlessly.
Inoue has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lee wants to get up but he can't break Inoue's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU#
Lee stands up from Inoue's guard - Lee perhaps looking for a knockout.
A telegraphed right hand from Lee misses the target.
A punch combination from Inoue misses.
Seung Woo Lee is winning the standup battle so far.
Lee throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Lee tries to keep at a distance but Inoue has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lee tries to circle away but Inoue has him pinned against the cage.
Inoue is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lee is defending well.#T2##BC2#
Inoue escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Inoue slips a jab and a cross from Lee.
A punch combination from Inoue misses.
Lee misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Inoue counters by clinching up.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A frustrated look appears on Inoue's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lee wants to get back to striking at distance but Inoue won't allow it.
Lee on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Inoue wants to get back to striking at distance but Lee won't allow it.
Lee can't break the clinch. #TD2#
Inoue gets control of Lee's arms and successfully pulls guard. Inoue will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Lee wanted to stand there but Inoue had control of the position.
Lee wants to stand and escape but instead Inoue has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Inoue looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Inoue pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lee is keeping the position for now. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lee is looking to stand back up but Inoue counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Lee.
Inoue wants to pass to mount but Lee is defending the position.
Inoue controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Inoue throwing shots but Lee is blocking nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nobuhito Inoue comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Inoue 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nobuhito Inoue!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Inoue tries to clinch up.
No luck for Kondratuk with that takedown attempt.
Kondratuk tries for a takedown but Inoue circles away easily
and Inoue counters with a left to the body.
Inoue throws a sloppy head kick and Kondratuk moves out of range easily.
Kondratuk throws a head kick but Inoue moves out of range.
Kondratuk fails with a takedown attempt.
Inoue wants to counter the offense by Kondratuk and move into the clinch position.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dmitry Kondratuk. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kondratuk blocks a head kick by Inoue.
Kondratuk tries to counter by clinching up but Inoue breaks away and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Kondratuk looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Inoue!#ES2#
Inoue throws Kondratuk to one side and escapes!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fight stays on the outside here - Kondratuk looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Inoue tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1##TD#
Kondratuk shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Inoue is trying to defend but Kondratuk finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES2#
Inoue pushes Kondratuk off and gets back to his feet.
Kondratuk tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Inoue tries for a takedown but Kondratuk sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Inoue defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kondratuk.
Kondratuk takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kondratuk fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kondratuk shoots in for a takedown but Inoue shows good takedown defense. #T2#
Inoue keeps the fight on the outside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Inoue doesn't manage to clinch there - Kondratuk circles away. #CL2#
Inoue moves into the clinch successfully.
Kondratuk tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Inoue goes for a takedown attempt but Kondratuk pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kondratuk slaps away a takedown attempt from Inoue, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
Inoue clinches up against the cage.
Inoue holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Inoue changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kondratuk fights it off and pushes away nicely. #T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Inoue.
Inoue lands with a nice combination. Kondratuk backs away looking to recover.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Inoue enables Kondratuk to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Inoue manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Kondratuk postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Kondratuk got a little sloppy there for a moment and Inoue has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kondratuk has managed to get both his arms back between Inoue's legs - danger averted.
Inoue looks winded!
Kondratuk landing with the ground and pound.
Inoue is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kondratuk looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Kondratuk trying to control the position from guard on top but Inoue is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kondratuk landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Inoue escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kondratuk gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kondratuk makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nobuhito Inoue dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Kondratuk with a lazy takedown attempt
and Inoue counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Inoue does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #TD#
Kondratuk shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Inoue napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Kondratuk wants to stand but Inoue is controlling his arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kondratuk working away.
Inoue is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Kondratuk decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD#
Kondratuk shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kondratuk showed some decent athleticism there. #T1#
Inoue is not content to let Kondratuk control the position.
Inoue wants to get back to his feet.
Kondratuk will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Inoue trying to control from the bottom.
Kondratuk takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Inoue is controlling Kondratuk's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Kondratuk winds up and cracks Inoue with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kondratuk looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kondratuk in particular looking to stall.
Inoue trying to control from the bottom.
Kondratuk tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Kondratuk has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T3#
Kondratuk wants to control the pace but Inoue is squirming around nicely.
Inoue wants to control but Kondratuk is having none of it.
Inoue is desperately trying to improve his position but Kondratuk has a good base and remains in mount.
Inoue's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Inoue in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Inoue is in all sorts of trouble here. #T4##SUB#
Kondratuk goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Inoue is on top in guard. #SUB#
Kondratuk has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Inoue is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kondratuk.
Kondratuk is looking to reverse the position.
Kondratuk wants to control but Inoue postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Inoue working the ground and pound but Kondratuk is defending the strikes.
Kondratuk is not content to let Inoue control the position.
Kondratuk is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
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 Dmitry Kondratuk will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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#
Kondratuk takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Inoue shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kondratuk but Kondratuk pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Kondratuk scores with a takedown into Inoue's guard.
Kondratuk trying to control but Inoue is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kondratuk content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kondratuk has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kondratuk sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Inoue wants to stand and escape but Kondratuk is having none of it.
Kondratuk looking to pass the guard.
Inoue is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kondratuk stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Inoue swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kondratuk is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dmitry Kondratuk is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Inoue! #CUT2#It looks like Dmitry Kondratuk has been cut.#T2#
A head kick misses from Kondratuk.
Kondratuk tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Inoue swivels and escapes.
The fight stays on the outside here - Inoue looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kondratuk gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Inoue counters with a two punch combo.
Kondratuk fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Inoue avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dmitry Kondratuk. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Inoue is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kondratuk sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Horrible takedown attempt by Inoue or perhaps it was just good defense by Kondratuk, which made it look bad. #T3#
Inoue shoots in but Kondratuk avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kondratuk looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Inoue takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Kondratuk feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Kondratuk wants to control from the top but Inoue keeps moving.
Inoue working a defensive guard here.
Kondratuk controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kondratuk wants to control from the top but Inoue keeps moving. #T4##ES2#
Inoue is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Kondratuk presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Kondratuk fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Inoue's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Inoue wants to break free but Kondratuk has control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kondratuk is trying to pull guard but Inoue turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Inoue lands a right hand.
Kondratuk is trying to pull guard but Inoue turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nobuhito Inoue comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Inoue 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nobuhito Inoue!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 21, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Valencia shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Inoue is trying to defend but Valencia finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Inoue on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Valencia is looking to take a break and control but Inoue is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Valencia sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Inoue defending well though.
Valencia not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Inoue is trying to maintain the position but Valencia is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Valencia slows the pace down in half guard.
Valencia thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Valencia in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Valencia is looking for a kimura but Inoue is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Valencia to get the leverage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Valencia trying to pass the guard but Inoue defending well.
Valencia wants to lay and pray for a moment but Inoue keeps working.
Inoue is trying to stand up here but Valencia is controlling him well. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Valencia is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Inoue holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Inoue is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Valencia's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Valencia's back!
Valencia trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Valencia tries to break free.
Inoue doesn't have the hooks in and Valencia manages to turn into his guard. #SUB2#
Inoue had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Valencia defends it easily.
Valencia passes into half guard. #T3#
Valencia keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Inoue is trying to maintain the position but Valencia is very close to passing his half guard.
Valencia takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Valencia works his foot free and advances to mount.
Valencia can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Inoue is looking to escape.
Valencia 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.
Valencia thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Valencia looking to control but Inoue is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Valencia is stalling here but it's allowed Inoue to get half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Valencia thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Valencia has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carlos Valencia dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Valencia forces Inoue back against the cage and clinches.
Inoue gets underhooks to prevent Valencia's takedown attempt.
Valencia has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Inoue avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Inoue prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carlos Valencia. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Inoue gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Valencia regains guard. #SUB#
Valencia looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Valencia is striking off his back. Inoue thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard.
Valencia is looking to control Inoue's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Valencia avoid being mounted?#T1#
Valencia is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Inoue's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Inoue's back!
Inoue is in bad spot here.
Inoue wants to control his opponent's hands but Valencia gets his hands free.
Inoue is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Valencia keeps control of the position easily here as Inoue tries to buck him off.
Valencia trying to control.#T2#
Valencia not allowing Inoue to control his hands.
Valencia is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Inoue can do to turn this around?
Inoue looking very determined here, making life difficult for Valencia.
Valencia is hanging on to Inoue's back as he tries to escape.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Valencia controlling the positon.#SUB#
Inoue won't enjoy being in this position. Valencia looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Inoue is tapping - it's over boys! Valencia picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Carlos Valencia!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Inoue pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Temrezov tries to clinch up
and Inoue counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Temrezov shoots in for a takedown but Inoue shows good takedown defense.
Temrezov throws a head kick that misses #CL2#
and Inoue counters by clinching up.
Inoue is trying to break free.
Inoue has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Temrezov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Temrezov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Inoue.
Inoue stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temrezov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Inoue just stands there and leans against the cage.#T1#
Inoue tries to break the clinch but Temrezov is controlling the position. #TD2#
Inoue manages to pull guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Inoue is on top in guard. #REVB#
Inoue controls from within his opponent's guard.
Inoue in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Inoue stopping the sweep attempt from Temrezov.
Temrezov controls Inoue momentarily but Inoue frees himself. #T2##SU2#
Temrezov is working an open guard so Inoue takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Inoue fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Temrezov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Aslanbek Temrezov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nobuhito Inoue.
Inoue moves in looking to clinch but Temrezov pushes him off.
It looked like Temrezov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Temrezov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Inoue counters by moving into the clinch.
Temrezov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Inoue fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Temrezov moves in looking to clinch but Inoue pushes him off.
Temrezov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Inoue stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Inoue wants it to stay on the feet.#T3#
Temrezov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Inoue slaps away a takedown attempt from Temrezov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Temrezov is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Inoue looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Inoue passes Temrezov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Inoue sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Temrezov defending well though.
Inoue passes the guard and advances to mount!
Inoue takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Inoue's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SU2#
Inoue stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Inoue is looking to clinch but Temrezov is avoiding it.
Temrezov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Inoue.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Temrezov closes the distance and clinches up with Inoue, looking for a takedown. Temrezov pushes Inoue against the cage but Inoue circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Inoue goes for a double leg but Temrezov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Temrezov continues to drive forward.
Inoue swats away the attempt to clinch by Temrezov.
Temrezov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromInoue.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nobuhito Inoue dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Inoue fails with a takedown attempt.
Temrezov attempts a counter takedown but Inoue avoids it well and moves away.
Inoue fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Temrezov avoids it really well and circles away.#CL#
Temrezov forces Inoue back against the cage and clinches.
Inoue holding his opponent close, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inoue is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Temrezov to keep the fight standing.
Aslanbek Temrezov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nobuhito Inoue.
Inoue tries to pull guard but Temrezov holds him up against the cage and eventually Inoue drops back down to his feet.
A right handed body shot lands from Inoue. #T1#
Inoue is pressed up against the cage. Temrezov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Inoue down to the mat. Inoue avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Inoue doesn't manage to clinch there - Temrezov circles away.
Aslanbek Temrezov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Temrezov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
No joy there for Temrezov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Temrezov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Inoue fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Temrezov avoids it really well and circles away.
The fighters circling - Temrezov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Temrezov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Inoue counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Temrezov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Inoue looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Temrezov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Inoue as he jumps to the side.
Inoue shoots in looking for a takedown but Temrezov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Inoue's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
No luck for Temrezov with that takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Inoue shoots in but no luck this time.
Temrezov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Temrezov wants it to stay on the feet.
Temrezov tries for a takedown but Inoue circles away easily
and Inoue counters with a three punch combo that has Temrezov backing up. Temrezov nods at Inoue to acknowledge the strikes.#CL2#
Inoue drives through and clinches with Temrezov against the cage. #T3#
Inoue is trying to break the clinch but Temrezov is controlling him.
Inoue tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Temrezov smiles and moves away.
Inoue tries to clinch there but Temrezov circles away.
Temrezov tries to clinch there but Inoue circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Inoue.
Inoue tries a head kick but it misses.
Inoue circles away from the clinch attempt.
Inoue throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Inoue shoots in looking for a takedown but Temrezov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Inoue's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Temrezov. #T4#
Inoue tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Temrezov was well out of range. Poor timing from Inoue.
Nobuhito Inoue seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Inoue clinches up with Temrezov and pushes him back against the cage.
Come on Temrezov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Inoue jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Temrezov walks away with a smile on his face. Inoue gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Temrezov goes for a double leg but Inoue avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Inoue continues to drive forward.
Inoue fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Temrezov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Inoue shoots in but Temrezov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nobuhito Inoue showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Temrezov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Temrezov prevents Inoue from improving his position.
Inoue has his hands clasped together around Temrezov's back. He's all about the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temrezov is keen to just control but Inoue is a slippery customer.#T1#
Temrezov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Inoue wants to control but Temrezov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Temrezov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Temrezov wants to free his trapped foot but Inoue is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Inoue makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Inoue.#SUB2#
Inoue throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Inoue takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Temrezov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Inoue is keeping the position for now. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Temrezov trying to control the position from guard on top but Inoue is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Inoue wants to stand and escape but Temrezov is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Inoue showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Temrezov.
No joy there for Temrezov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Inoue scores with a three punch combo! #TD#
Inoue gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Temrezov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Inoue is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB2#
Inoue is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Inoue keeping moving, preventing Temrezov from controlling successfully.
Temrezov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Inoue looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Inoue working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Temrezov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Temrezov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Inoue wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Inoue fails to land the takedown.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Inoue displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Temrezov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Aslanbek Temrezov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Inoue 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nobuhito Inoue!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 15, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Dos Santos closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dos Santos lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Dos Santos has gone for a leg lock! Inoue slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dos Santos's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Dos Santos has his foot on Inoue's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Inoue works his way back into a safe position though.
Inoue might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Dos Santos looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Dos Santos has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Inoue is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Dos Santos.#SU#
Inoue decides to stand back up. Inoue steps back and let's Dos Santos get back to his feet.
Dos Santos shoots in looking for a takedown but Inoue manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dos Santos's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Inoue appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Dos Santos closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dos Santos lands in his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Dos Santos thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Dos Santos drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dos Santos jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##SUB#
Inoue has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dos Santos can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Inoue trying to keep a closed guard but Dos Santos is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Dos Santos drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Inoue dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Inoue got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dos Santos has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Inoue has managed to get both his arms back between Dos Santos's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Dos Santos has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Inoue can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Dos Santos escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Inoue gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Dos Santos is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T2#
Inoue trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Inoue has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Dos Santos has his foot on Inoue's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Inoue works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Dos Santos had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Inoue defends it easily.
Dos Santos being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Dos Santos looking for subs off his back but Inoue has passed one foot through into half guard.
Inoue is controlling the pace.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Dos Santos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Inoue pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Dos Santos is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Inoue's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Inoue's back!#SUB2#
Dos Santos working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Dos Santos has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Inoue has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #SUB2#
Dos Santos looking for the choke from the back.
Inoue knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dos Santos on the ground.#SUB2#
Inoue fending off the submission attempt from Dos Santos.
Inoue trying to control but not successfully. #T4##SUB2#
Inoue defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dos Santos's arms.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Dos Santos is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Inoue has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Inoue fending off the submission attempt from Dos Santos. #SUB2#
Dos Santos is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Inoue has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Inoue tries to break free.
Well, with Dos Santos on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Inoue is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Inoue preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dos Santos. #SUB2#
Dos Santos tightening his grip on Inoue, looking for the choke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Adriano Jose Dos Santos dominated that round.
That's time! Inoue's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dos Santos dives in and grabs Inoue's left leg, looking for a takedown. Inoue pushes down on Dos Santos's head and hops out.
Dos Santos will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Adriano Jose Dos Santos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dos Santos with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Inoue holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Nobuhito Inoue has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Adriano Jose Dos Santos.
Dos Santos takes a shot to the head.
Dos Santos can't find room to land a body shot as Inoue controls the action. #TD2#
Dos Santos gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Inoue regains guard. #SUB2#
Dos Santos drops back, looking for a kneebar! Inoue looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Inoue looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Inoue! #REVR##SU#
Inoue stands up.
Inoue changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dos Santos with a poor takedown
and Inoue counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Inoue dives in and grabs Dos Santos's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dos Santos pushes down on Inoue's head and hops out.
Inoue scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Dos Santos shoots for a takedown but Inoue saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1#
Dos Santos misses with a takedown attempt - Inoue sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dos Santos is breathing heavily.
Inoue lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Inoue changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dos Santos tries to avoid it but Inoue manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dos Santos to the ground. Dos Santos escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Inoue gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Dos Santos has Inoue pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Inoue manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Inoue avoiding damage.
Inoue gets underhooks to prevent Dos Santos's takedown attempt.
Dos Santos being controlled against the cage.
Inoue stalling. #T2#
Inoue pressing his opponent against the cage.
Inoue is looking for a takedown.
Dos Santos stalling in the clinch but Inoue improves position.
Dos Santos tries to score a body lock takedown but Inoue shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Dos Santos drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD#
Inoue pulls Dos Santos into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dos Santos has gone for a leg lock! Inoue slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dos Santos's guard.#REVR##T3##SUB2#
Inoue got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dos Santos has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Inoue has managed to get both his arms back between Dos Santos's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Dos Santos throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Inoue pushing down on Dos Santos's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Inoue wants to control but Dos Santos is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Dos Santos actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Inoue is looking for a kimura but Dos Santos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Inoue to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Dos Santos looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dos Santos manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dos Santos looking for a triangle here. Inoue is fighting it but it looks tight! Dos Santos pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Inoue is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Adriano Jose Dos Santos!

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