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Event:
ICE2: Establishing Class
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Crawford slips a jab and a cross from Bernard.
Bernard looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bernard tries for a takedown but Crawford circles away easily#TD2#
and Crawford counters with a takedown into side control.
Bernard can't do much from the bottom here.
Crawford taking a breather here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bernard is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Crawford tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Crawford working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Bernard pushes Crawford away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Crawford gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Crawford takes a little break here. Bernard wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB2#
Crawford tries for a kimura but Bernard is defending well.
Bernard tries to improve position but can't.
Crawford looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Crawford throws an elbow but Bernard slips to the side and avoids it well.
Bernard seems a little lost for a moment, as Crawford dominates the positioning.
Check out the look on Crawford's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#SUB2#
Crawford goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bernard has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Crawford but great work by Bernard.
Crawford is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Crawford is concentrating on defense, preventing Bernard from advancing position. #T2#
Crawford wants to improve his position but Bernard is controlling well.
#SUB#
Bernard is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Crawford is looking to improve his position.
Crawford has his hands clasped together around Bernard's back. He's all about the action.
Crawford won't allow Bernard to pass to mount. #T3#
Crawford is staying active underneath Bernard, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Crawford is pressing down on Bernard's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Bernard avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bernard tries to free his leg and advance position but Crawford is retaining full guard.
Crawford is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Crawford throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Crawford looking for a sweep. Not yet Crawford, not yet. #T4##SUB2#
Crawford is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bernard passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Crawford is looking to reverse the position.
Crawford is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Bernard tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bernard has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Bernard trying to control the position but Crawford is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Crawford regains half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eden Crawford dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bernard scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Crawford doesn't seem bothered though.
Luc Bernard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crawford ducks right into an uppercut from Bernard.
Bernard pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Crawford back to the cage. Bernard follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Bernard throws a right hand that Crawford ducks under and follows up with a left that Crawford also avoids with ease.
And Crawford tries to counter it with a takedown but Bernard pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Crawford scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bernard is looking for a sweep. Crawford is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Crawford is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Bernard tries to kick Crawford off but Crawford keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Crawford controlling the pace. #T1#
Let's hope that Crawford has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB#
Bernard is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crawford pulls his head out easily.
Crawford is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Crawford works his way into side control.
Crawford content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB2#
Crawford is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bernard is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Bernard is looking to regain half guard here but Crawford keeps moving and retains side control.
Crawford cracks Bernard with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Crawford moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #SUB2#
Crawford wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bernard, who protects the arm well.
Crawford controlling from side mount. #T3##SUB2#
Crawford has hold of Bernard's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Bernard seems comfortable defending it but Crawford has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Bernard is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Bernard is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Crawford couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Eden Crawford! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1073 Round 3
Date: Oct 08, 2021 |
#R1#
Crawford bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Johnathan misses with a body shot.
Johnathan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crawford manages to avoid it.
Johnathan throws a jab but it's blocked by Crawford.
Johnathan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Crawford stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Crawford bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Crawford changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Johnathan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Crawford steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Johnathan.
Crawford changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Crawford uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Johnathan.#TD#
Crawford shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Johnathan's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnathan can't keep his opponent in guard - Crawford advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Johnathan wants to improve his position but Crawford is controlling well.
Crawford wants to pass to mount but Johnathan is defending the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnathan tries to get to full guard but Crawford has control of the leg. #T1#
Johnathan trying to hold on to Crawford's head to control him but Crawford postures up.
#SUB#
Crawford is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Johnathan is just riding it out for now. Crawford eventually gives up the hold.
Johnathan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Crawford engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Crawford looking to pass the guard.
Crawford looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Johnathan wants to stand but Crawford is controlling the position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Crawford trying to control but Johnathan is working from the bottom.
Johnathan being controlled here, momentarily.
Crawford stopping the sweep attempt from Johnathan.
Crawford trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Johnathan wants to stand but Crawford is controlling the position.
Johnathan wants to sweep here but Crawford controlling him for the moment.
Crawford showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Crawford might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Crawford won't allow Johnathan to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Johnathan looks to throw the jab but Crawford is out of range.
Crawford changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A jab from Johnathan misses. #T3#
Nice uppercut there from Johnathan.
Crawford slips a straight right by Johnathan.
Crawford looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Johnathan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Crawford moves away.
Crawford drops down looking for a counter takedown but Johnathan sprawls and moves away.
Johnathan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Crawford drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Johnathan looks to throw the jab but Crawford is out of range.
Crawford slips a jab from Johnathan.
Crawford slips a jab from Johnathan.#T4#
Johnathan clobbers Crawford with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Johnathan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Johnathan throws a body shot but no joy.
Johnathan lands an overhand right.
A big left from Johnathan misses.
Crawford keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Johnathan.
Crawford attempts a counter takedown but Johnathan avoids it well and moves away.
Crawford takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#TD#
Crawford shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnathan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Crawford is one step ahead there.
Crawford trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnathan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnathan is pulling down on Crawford's head. It's preventing any offense from Crawford, at least for the moment.
Crawford is stalling in the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jim Johnathan dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A jab from Johnathan finds it's way through Crawford's defenses.
Crawford takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Johnathan scores with a hook.
Johnathan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Crawford looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Johnathan cracks Crawford with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnathan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Johnathan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Crawford appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Johnathan with a nice cross.#T1#
Johnathan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Johnathan cracks Crawford with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Crawford moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Johnathan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Crawford defending well as Johnathan loads up on a big left hand.
Crawford takes a jab right on the kisser.
Crawford moves out of range as Johnathan strikes.
Crawford attempts a counter takedown but Johnathan avoids it well and moves away.
Johnathan takes a swing at Crawford's ribcage but misses.
Johnathan swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
so Crawford counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Johnathan trying to control the position.
Johnathan looking for a sweep. Not yet Johnathan, not yet.
Crawford is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Johnathan can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Johnathan keeping moving, preventing Crawford from controlling successfully.
Johnathan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Johnathan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Johnathan doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Crawford trying to control but Johnathan is working from the bottom.
Eden Crawford overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Johnathan trying to control the position.
Crawford preventing the sweep.
Johnathan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Johnathan can't keep his opponent in guard - Crawford advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Crawford is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Johnathan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Crawford.
Crawford is looking to advance position but Johnathan won't allow it. #T3##SUB#
Crawford is looking for a kimura but Johnathan is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Crawford to get the leverage. #SUB#
Crawford is trying to work for a kimura but Johnathan is defending well.
Johnathan avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Crawford.
Johnathan won't allow Crawford to pass to mount.
Johnathan works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Crawford drops back looking for a leg! Johnathan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Johnathan manages to kick Crawford off! Crawford jumps back into Johnathan's guard.
Johnathan keeping full guard, as Crawford tries to pass.
Crawford trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnathan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Crawford is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Crawford trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnathan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnathan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Johnathan keeping moving, preventing Crawford from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jim Johnathan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Johnathan missing with a left hand there. Crawford was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Crawford shoots in and drives through. Johnathan sprawls well.
Crawford is trying hard to land a takedown here. Johnathan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Johnathan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Johnathan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Johnathan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Johnathan uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Crawford has time to react.
Good shot there by Johnathan.
Johnathan keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jim Johnathan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnathan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A punch lands to the side of Crawford 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Crawford staying out of range there.
Crawford feinted with a counter takedown.
Johnathan stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Johnathan wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eden Crawford. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Crawford shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Johnathan sprawls well. Johnathan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Crawford gets slowly back to his feet.
Crawford keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jim Johnathan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Crawford manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Johnathan on his heels. He'll look to pass Johnathan's guard now, I'm sure.
Crawford won't allow Johnathan to sweep him here.
Johnathan keeping moving, preventing Crawford from controlling successfully.
Crawford stopping the sweep attempt from Johnathan.
Crawford looking to pass the guard.
Crawford trying to control but Johnathan is working from the bottom.
Johnathan wants to sweep but no luck.
Eden Crawford has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jim Johnathan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Crawford loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Johnathan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Johnathan controls Crawford momentarily but Crawford frees himself.
Crawford throwing strikes but missing.
Crawford stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Johnathan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Crawford is working hard here to advance position.
Johnathan keeping moving, preventing Crawford from controlling successfully.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Johnathan is looking to stand up but Crawford isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Crawford on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Johnathan scores with a nice right hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Johnathan as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Crawford gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Crawford seems to be working for a kimura but Johnathan defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Crawford seems to be working for a kimura but Johnathan defends the submission attempt.
Johnathan is doing well to control the position and prevent Crawford from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Crawford is working for a submission of some sort.
Crawford throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
Johnathan wants to get back to his feet.
Johnathan tries to get to full guard but Crawford has control of the leg.
Johnathan is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Crawford is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Johnathan is just riding it out for now. Crawford eventually gives up the hold.
Johnathan is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Crawford is trying to work for a kimura but Johnathan is defending well.
Johnathan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jim Johnathan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Johnathan 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 Donald Grub scores the fight for Jim Johnathan!
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight for Jim Johnathan!
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight for Jim Johnathan!
Jim Johnathan wins by unanimous decision!
An out of breath Jim Johnathan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1073 Round 2
Date: Oct 07, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Crawford looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Milfort!
Milfort is not content to let Crawford control the position.
Milfort defending against the ground and pound.
Crawford controlling the position from side mount.
Crawford sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Milfort is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Milfort struggling a bit here.
Milfort is not content to let Crawford control the position.
Crawford tries to score with some ground and pound. Milfort controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Milfort is looking to regain half guard here but Crawford keeps moving and retains side control.
Milfort throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land. #SUB#
Crawford is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Milfort has escaped the position, nice work there.
Milfort is looking to regain half guard here but Crawford keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Milfort can't do much from the bottom here.
Crawford works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Milfort can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Crawford has an Americana. Milfort didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Crawford is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Crawford hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Eden Crawford! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1073 Round 1
Date: Oct 06, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Addai gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Crawford is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Addai lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Addai not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Addai prevents Crawford from improving his position.
Addai wants to control but Crawford is keeping him busy.
Crawford trying to control here.
Addai really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Crawford. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Crawford actively working from the bottom here.
Crawford wants to improve his position but Addai is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crawford controlling the position for now.#T1#
Crawford gets full guard.#SUB#
Crawford has his foot on Addai 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Addai works his way back into a safe position though.
Crawford throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Crawford wants to sweep here but Addai controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Crawford keeping moving, preventing Addai from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Crawford has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Addai can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Crawford escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Addai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Crawford pulls Addai in to control the position. #T2#
Crawford manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Addai manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Crawford pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Addai is keeping the position for now.
Crawford postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Addai avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Crawford stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Addai swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Crawford looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Addai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Crawford slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T3#
Addai preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Addai utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Crawford showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Crawford looking to pass the guard.
Crawford throws a big elbow that misses.
Crawford controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Crawford's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Crawford stuffs the takedown attempt from Addai . Addai gets slowly back to his feet. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Addai looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Addai fails with the takedown.
Eden Crawford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kofi Addai .#TD#
Crawford closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Addai did well to prevent Crawford getting side control.#SUB#
Crawford is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Addai has managed to free his arm - good work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Crawford performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eden Crawford dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Addai tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Crawford drops down looking for a counter takedown but Addai sprawls and moves away.
Addai shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Crawford defends it nicely.
Crawford appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Addai shoots for a takedown but Crawford saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kofi Addai is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Crawford drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Crawford controlling the position. #SUB#
Crawford is working to tighten his grip on Addai 's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Addai has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Crawford is really squeezing tight and eventually Addai passes out! Crawford breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Eden Crawford! |
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