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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 12, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Heart moves into the clinch.
Heart is looking for a takedown.
James drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Heart gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Heart slows down the pace here.
James wants to take the fight to the mat but Heart manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heart controlling the action here for a moment.
#T1#
Heart stalls.
Heart stalling.
James wants a takedown but no success here.
Black Heart has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John James.
Heart slowing the pace effectively.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Black Heart.#CL#
Heart clinches up against the cage.
James tries for a takedown. No joy.
James is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Heart is pushing James up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T2#
Heart slowing the pace effectively.
James drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Heart gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Heart tries to land a knee to the head but James blocks with his arms.
Heart pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T3#
Heart prevents the takedown attempt.
Good body shot from Heart.
Heart pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
James wants a takedown but no success here.
James managing to block the knees to the body from Heart.
James wants a takedown.
Heart stalling.
Heart will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning James up against the cage.
James drops down looking for an ankle pick but Heart pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T4##CL#
Heart darts in and clinches James up against the cage.
Heart scores with a shoulder strike.
Heart has James pressed against the cage.
Heart is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Heart holding his opponent close, against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Black Heart dominated that round.
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.#R2##CL#
Heart gets a clinch.
James is working for takedown but Heart is calmly controlling the position for now.
The referee is keeping an eye on Heart - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
James is working for takedown but Heart is calmly controlling the position for now.
Heart dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short body shot lands from Heart as the two fighters clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Heart.
#T1#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Black Heart.
Some wild striking there from Heart.
#CL#
Heart gets in close and instigates a clinch.
James is looking for a takedown.
Black Heart has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John James.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Heart seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Heart controlling the action here for a moment.
#T2#
James has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Heart after a bit of a struggle.
Heart pushes James back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Heart lands a right hand.
Heart'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.#T3#
Heart content to slow the pace in the clinch.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Heart for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Heart just leaning against James, taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Black Heart.
Heart throws a quick inside leg kick.
Heart feints a jab promting James to slip. Heart then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. James slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#ROC#James is rocked!#CUT#It looks like John James has been cut.
Black Heart is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Heart shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts James as he jumps to the side.
James is still on wobbly legs! Can Heart finish him?#CL#
Heart rushes James and presses him up against the cage.
James seems to have recovered his senses.#T4#
Heart manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Heart is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that James can do to turn this around?
James being controlled against the cage.
Black Heart has scored more points in the clinch so far.
James is working for takedown but Heart is calmly controlling the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Heart has James pushed against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Black Heart dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on John James's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Heart bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps James's head backwards.#CL#
Heart gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Heart throws a knee to the head but misses.
#BC#
Heart manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
James tries to keep at a distance but Heart has taken the fight into the clinch.
Heart holding his opponent close, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heart stalling in the clinch.
#T1#
Heart leaning his opponent against the cage.
Heart tries to land a knee to the head but James blocks with his arms.
Heart lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Heart is struggling to control the position.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Black Heart.
Heart clobbers James with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CL#
Heart takes the fight into the clinch.
James letting Heart take a breather here.#T2#
Heart looking to throw knees to the head but James is blocking nicely.
James letting Heart take a breather here.
James takes a shot to the head.
Come on Heart - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Heart tries to land a knee to the head but James blocks with his arms.
#T3#
Heart tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and James avoids it.
Stalling in the clinch from Heart.
James is trying to drag Heart to the mat but Heart just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Heart throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Heart avoiding damage.
Heart throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but James blocks it with crossed arms. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Heart displaying some good clinch control by pressing James up against the cage.
Heart lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Come on Heart - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Black Heart.#CL#
Heart moves into range and clinches up with James.
John James has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Black Heart is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A head punch on the inside from James fails to land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Black Heart showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Heart has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:24
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:24
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Black Heart! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 30, 2024 |
#R1#
James on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Heart lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
James has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#ROC#James is rocked!
Heart scores with a three punch combo!
James is still on wobbly legs! Can Heart finish him?
Heart lands a head kick. James smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Heart lands a jab to James's midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
James tries to keep at a distance but Heart has taken the fight into the clinch.
James has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Heart after a bit of a struggle.
James seems to have recovered his senses.
Heart has James pushed against the cage.
Heart is pressed up against the cage. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Heart down to the mat. Heart avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T1##CL#
James gets tackled into the cage by Heart. Heart maintains the clinch.
Heart gets underhooks to prevent James's takedown attempt.
Black Heart has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John James.
James blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Heart is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Heart has James pressed against the cage.
Heart displaying some good clinch control by pressing James up against the cage.
Heart with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#T2#
James can't get the takedown.
James has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Heart avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Heart manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
James is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Heart gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from James.
#T3#
James wants a takedown but no success here.
James looking for a takedown.
Heart tries a knee to the head but James blocks it.
James goes for a takedown attempt but Heart pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Black Heart is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
James has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Heart finds it's way round the side to connect with James's head.
Heart throws a head kick that James semi-blocks.
#T4#
A jab from Heart finds it's way through James's defenses. #CL#
Heart gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
James drops down looking for an ankle pick but Heart pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Heart forces James back against the cage and clinches.
Heart is struggling to control the position.
Heart will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning James up against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Heart breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Black Heart 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#
Heart lands with a hook. James tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Black Heart seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Heart clinches up against the cage.
James goes for a takedown in the clinch but Heart prevents it.
Heart avoiding damage.
Heart controlling the action here for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heart looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T1#
Heart tries to land knees in the clinch but James avoids the damage to the body.
Heart with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#BC#
Heart escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Heart gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Heart is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Heart's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
James has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Heart.#CL#
Heart moves into the clinch successfully.
James tries to score a body lock takedown but Heart shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Black Heart has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John James.#T2#
James wants to take the fight to the mat but Heart manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
James looking for a takedown.
Heart is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that James can do to turn this around?
Heart throws an elbow that misses.
Heart displaying some good clinch control by pressing James up against the cage.
Heart stalls.
Heart seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.#BC#
Heart manages to break the clinch.
#T3##CL#
Heart closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
James tries for a takedown but Heart manages to get underhooks.
Heart misses with a knee to the head.
Heart stalling in the clinch.
James blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
James drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Heart prevents the takedown attempt.
#T4#
The referee calls for Heart to work.
Come on Heart - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Heart takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
James letting Heart take a breather here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Black Heart.#CL#
Heart closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Black Heart dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##CL#
Heart closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
James being controlled against the cage.
Heart is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Heart stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heart with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#T1#
Heart stalling in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Heart - that landed with a thud.
James letting Heart take a breather here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Black Heart.
Heart jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Heart fails with a takedown attempt.
James walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Heart gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2#
James looking for a takedown.
Heart dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Come on Heart - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
James blocks an elbow strike.
James letting Heart take a breather here.
Heart misses with a knee to the head. #T3#
A nice right hand lands inside from Heart.
Heart is pressed up against the cage. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Heart down to the mat. Heart avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Heart moves into the clinch.
Heart gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from James.
Black Heart has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John James.
James is working for takedown but Heart is calmly controlling the position for now.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T4#
James wants a takedown but no success here.
James has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Heart avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Heart takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Heart displaying some good clinch control by pressing James up against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Heart is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. James is defending well for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Black Heart showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Heart has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:24
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:24
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Black Heart! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Horn looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
James looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nice strikes from Horn there.
Horn throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Horn sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. James defending well though.
Horn trying to control from half guard but James is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horn is looking to advance position but James won't allow it.
Horn wants to control but James is keeping him busy. #T1##SUB2#
Horn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. James doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Horn. #SUB#
James looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Horn thows an elbow strike that misses. James gets hold of full guard and has managed to get a loose guillotine attempt. Horn doesn't seem too bothered but James quickly shifts his position and has tightened the hold! Horn is in big trouble now - he's going a funny colour - he's tapping out! Nice finish there! Horn really should have spotted the danger earlier though... either incompetence or over-confidence has resulted in a big L on his record.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). John James! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 24, 2024 |
#R1#
World Citizen misses with a shot to the body
and James cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Nico World Citizen has been cut.
World Citizen swings away with a body shot that misses
letting James counter with a right hand.
World Citizen tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and James counters with a nice double leg into guard.
World Citizen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB2#
James is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! World Citizen is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! World Citizen has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
James can't keep his opponent in guard - World Citizen advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
World Citizen could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T1#
World Citizen is taking a breather. James says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
James looking for submissions off his back.
World Citizen sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
James won't allow World Citizen to pass to mount. #SUB2#
James looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
James actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
James looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
World Citizen is breathing heavily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with World Citizen in particular looking to stall.#T3#
World Citizen is keen to just control but James is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
James looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
James is refusing to be controlled, as World Citizen sits in half guard. #SUB2#
James is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but World Citizen pulls his head out easily. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
World Citizen misses with a hook to the body
and James counters with a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from World Citizen misses the target.
James tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
James keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
World Citizen misses with a body shot.
James bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
James feints the counter takedown.
World Citizen swings for the body but James moves out of range.
James drops down looking to force a counter takedown but World Citizen defends it well.
World Citizen misses with a hook to the body
and James counters with a nice uppercut.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
World Citizen misses with a left hand
letting James counter with a right hand.
World Citizen swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and James counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John James dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nico World Citizen's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
World Citizen misses with a hook
and James counters with a huge left! World Citizen is in big trouble! He's backing up but James isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save World Citizen from any more damage. A dominating finish by James!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John James! |
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Event:
RSE 70:
Date: Apr 20, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Chaiyachue scores with a takedown into James's guard.
Chaiyachue would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Chaiyachue not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Chaiyachue throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chaiyachue throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Chaiyachue controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
James looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Chaiyachue trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Chaiyachue lands a jab to the head.
#CL2#
Chaiyachue has managed to clinch.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD2#
Chaiyachue ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Chaiyachue no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
James drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and James jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
James passes Chaiyachue's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
James is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chaiyachue defends it well.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Chaiyachue can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
James is looking for a kimura here.
Chaiyachue controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T2##SUB#
James seems to be working for a kimura but Chaiyachue defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Chaiyachue is trying to stand up here but James is controlling him well. #SUB#
Chaiyachue is defending against the submission attempts here by James.
Chaiyachue is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
James is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Chaiyachue controlling the position for now.#T3#
Chaiyachue trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
James is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
James is thwarting Chaiyachue's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chaiyachue manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
James drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Chaiyachue manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now James has Chaiyachue in his guard.#REVB##SU2#
Chaiyachue gets to his feet. James looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Chaiyachue's coach down at Mighty MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Chaiyachue's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL2#
Chaiyachue darts in and clinches James up against the cage.#T4#
A right hand to the body from Chaiyachue.
Chaiyachue tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and James avoids it.
Chaiyachue tries to throw a body punch but James avoids it by throwing Chaiyachue back against the cage.
Chaiyachue trying to land knees to the body.
Chaiyachue is pressed up against the cage. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Chaiyachue down to the mat. Chaiyachue avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Chaiyachue closes the distance and clinches.
Chaiyachue lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down James.
Chaiyachue tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and James avoids it.
Chaiyachue tries to throw a body punch but James avoids it by throwing Chaiyachue back against the cage.
Chaiyachue missing with knees to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James is looking for a takedown.
Chaiyachue utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
James is breathing heavily.
James drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chaiyachue pulls his leg out and moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Naruesorn Chaiyachue dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Chaiyachue rushes James and presses him up against the cage.
Chaiyachue utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Chaiyachue trying to land knees to the body.
Chaiyachue misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from James.
James managing to block the knees to the body from Chaiyachue.
Chaiyachue stops a takedown attempt from James.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chaiyachue is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. James is defending well for now.
James is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Chaiyachue pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Chaiyachue tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and James avoids it.
Chaiyachue landing some nice looking knees to the body.
James drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Chaiyachue gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Chaiyachue trying to land knees to the body.
Chaiyachue landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Chaiyachue lands a body shot.
James prevents a body shot from Chaiyachue. #TD2#
Chaiyachue tightens his grip and picks James up, before dumping him to the ground. James manages to land in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Chaiyachue stands and steps away. James gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Knees to the body from Chaiyachue.
James is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Chaiyachue pulls him back up using the underhooks.
James managing to block the knees to the body from Chaiyachue.
#T2#
Chaiyachue misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from James.
James has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Chaiyachue avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Chaiyachue lands a body punch.
James on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Chaiyachue is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. James is defending well for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Chaiyachue manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
James has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Chaiyachue to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! James is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Chaiyachue pulls down on the head and he's put James to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Naruesorn Chaiyachue!
During a confident post fight interview, Naruesorn Chaiyachue thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
RSE 63: Poisonous Path
Date: Mar 27, 2024 |
Dana Black had a terrible time trying to make weight. After initially coming in at 153.2, he had two hours to make the official fight weight. Stepping on the scales for a second time, he still failed to make the required weight and after much deliberation, his fight with John James was cancelled. |
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Event:
RSE 53: Bafomet
Date: Feb 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Nice body kick from Sitsongrit.#TD#
Sitsongrit closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Well, if Sitsongrit 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.
#SUB#
James is defending against the submission attempts here by Sitsongrit.
#SUB2#
James looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sitsongrit seems to be working for a kimura but James defends the submission attempt.#T1##SUB2#
James looking for subs from the bottom but Sitsongrit mounts him!
Sitsongrit controlling from mount.
Sitsongrit thowing shots but they're missing.
Sitsongrit looking to control and managing it successfully. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
James has left one of his arms exposed and Sitsongrit doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. James screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kaewfah Sitsongrit!
Kaewfah Sitsongrit bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
RSE 43: Out Of The Abyss
Date: Jan 27, 2024 |
#R1#
Bess lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CUT#It looks like John James has been cut.
James takes one to the chin there.#ROC#James is rocked!
A combination from Bess does no damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from James! But no joy.
Bess swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by James.
James is still on wobbly legs! Can Bess finish him?
Bess scores with a hook.
Bess throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
James tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bess lands a jab.
Bess looks to score with a jab to the body but James is just out of range.
James seems to have recovered his senses.#KD#
Bess sends James crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Bess is motioning to the referee to let James up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#T1#
Bess wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#KD#
Bess sends James crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Bess is motioning to the referee to let James up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Bess throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2#
and James counters with a nice double leg into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#ES#
Bess has his feet on James's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Bess throws a shot to the body.
Bess throws a right and a left that James avoids nicely.
And James tries to counter it with a takedown but Bess pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bess swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
Bess connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between James's hands.#KD#
Bess drops James with a beautiful combination! James stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Bess is looking for the KO!
Bess fails to land with a series of punches.
James changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bess misses with a combination
enabling James to counter with a crisp jab.
Bess lands a nice looking body shot.
Bess scores with a shot to the body.
Bess throws a series of punches but James avoids them all with ease.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from James! But no joy.#T3#
Bess wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bess swings for the body but James moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from James on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bess lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Bess definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#KD#
Bess lands a left and a right that send James crashing to the mat, dazed. Bess thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT#That has opened up John James's cut even more.
Dominick Bess seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bess rushes James with punches - James moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, James goes down! Bess follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dominick Bess!
Our winner, Dominick Bess, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
RSE 35: Dawn No More Rises
Date: Dec 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Stack looks to land a combination. James sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT#It looks like John James has been cut.
Stack lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#ROC#James is rocked!
Stack looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Stack works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
James is still on wobbly legs! Can Stack finish him?
James takes a shot right to the bread basket.
James seems to have recovered his senses.
Stack jabs James right on the nose. James blinks but takes it well.
James takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A decent looking cross lands there for Stack.
This has been an exciting period of action!#KD#
Stack lands a left and a right that send James crashing to the mat, dazed. Stack thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Stack looks to land a combination but James avoids it well. #T1#
James on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A jab from Stack finds it's way through James's defenses.
James on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
James takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Stack uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Stack looks to land a combination. James sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
James takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Stack definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Joe Stack seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stack smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stack with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Stack lands with an overhand left.#T2#
Nice uppercut there from Stack.
James tries to move into range but Stack moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
James takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Stack throws a nice looking combination but James bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
James takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Stack smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nice shot lands for Stack.
A cross from Stack lands.
Stack dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
James is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T3#
Stack jabs James right on the nose. James blinks but takes it well.
James backs away from a small jab... but Stack lunges forward with a huge superman punch! James crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Stack with a spectacular finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Joe Stack!
Joe Stack took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, 30th Century Beer Store for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
RSE 29: Nightbringer
Date: Dec 09, 2023 |
#R1#
Araujo connects with a body shot.
James takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#It looks like John James has been cut.
Araujo lands with a cross.
Araujo darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! James's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Araujo before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ramiro Araujo!
Ramiro Araujo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 06, 2023 |
#R1#
Draganov lands an overhand right.
Draganov lands a two punch combo.
Draganov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#ROC2#James is rocked!
James takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Oh James is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Draganov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of James's head.
James seems to have got his legs back now.
Draganov scores with a crisp jab that stopped James in his tracks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Draganov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Draganov throws a head kick that James semi-blocks.
Ivan Draganov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Draganov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A good leg kick by Draganov.
Draganov scores with a decent looking hook.
James takes a kick to the side of the head.
Draganov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
James takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Draganov lands a nice hook to James's body. James takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
James sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Draganov connects with a looping right hand.
James shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
James takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Danga de danga de dang - Draganov scores with a four punch combination!
Draganov lands with a nice body kick.
Draganov cracks James with a right hand to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Draganov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
James takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Draganov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
James has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Draganov.
Draganov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Draganov lands a jab to James's midsection.
Draganov feints and then cracks James's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow James down.
James tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Draganov plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Draganov scores with a shot to the body.
Draganov scores with a jab. James acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Draganov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping James at a distance.
Draganov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Draganov stalks James and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into James's face. James staggers backwards, shaken.
James shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A good leg kick by Draganov. #T3#
Left hook, right uppercut from Draganov.
Draganov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ivan Draganov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Draganov scores with a three punch combo!
James stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Draganov.#KD2#
Draganov lands a left and a right that send James crashing to the mat, dazed. Draganov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
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!
James takes one on the button.
The fighters circle, before Draganov throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into James's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Draganov lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Ivan Draganov!
In his post fight interview, Ivan Draganov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Black misses with a takedown attempt
and James counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Dana Black has been cut.
Black tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but James defends well and Black ends up having to push James into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
James looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Black is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dana Black . That's going to take a lot out of him.
James prevents a takedown attempt there.
Black is looking for a takedown up against the cage. James gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
James has clasped his hands together around Black 's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
James tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Black throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
#SUB2#
James tries for a kimura but Black is defending well.
Black might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
James is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Black has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
James tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no James has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
James is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Black throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land. #SUB2#
James tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Black throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
James looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Black throws up a few punches.
Black manages to work his way to half guard, despite James's best efforts.
Black scores with a few weak punches. #SUB2#
James seems to be working for a kimura but Black defends the submission attempt.
James wants to pass to mount but Black is defending the position. #SUB2#
James is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Black doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time James. #SUB2#
James is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Black doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time James.
Black punching from the bottom.
#T3#
Black tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #SUB2#
Black is defending against the submission attempts here by James.
Black misses with some strikes from the bottom.
#SUB2#
James is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Black has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Black is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of James's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take James's back!#SUB#
Black is working for a rear naked choke. James is not defending it well and Black has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! James refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of James's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dana Black ! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 01, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Inday fails with the takedown
letting James counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Inday gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
James looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
James is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Inday pulls his head out easily. #T1##SUB#
James actively working from the bottom here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
James looking for subs from the bottom but Inday mounts him!
Inday content just to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#T3#
James tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Inday controlling the pace for now.
BOOM! Inday connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Inday content just to control the position here.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
James is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Inday throwing strikes here but James is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
James can't escape the position.
Inday tries to control but James wriggling away.
James really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James is working hard here to advance position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zambosurian Inday dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Inday looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Inday has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Inday.
James throwing a counter right hand but Inday manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Inday bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inday just content to control the position.
James is trying to get back to half guard.
James gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
James looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
James looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zambosurian Inday has got the better of the ground game so far.#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.#SUB#
James looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Inday pushes past his half guard into mount!
James tries to reverse the position but Inday maintains control.#T3#
Inday controlling from mount.
James tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Inday tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
James on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if James tries to get out of the position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Inday is continuing to stall.
The adventures of Inday the control monster continue. Boring.
James is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zambosurian Inday showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Inday misses with a takedown attempt
enabling James to counter with a crisp jab.
Inday tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but James swivels and escapes.
Inday shoots in for a takedown but James shows good takedown defense.
James changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
John James has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zambosurian Inday.#TD2#
Inday closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Inday lands in his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inday postures up in James's guard and throws a big left but James blocks it. #T1##SUB#
James is looking for a triangle here but Inday uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
James is trying to improve his position.
Inday taking a breather here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
James tries to bench press Inday off him but Inday keeps the position.
Inday scores with punches from side control.
James being controlled for a moment. #T3#
Inday trying to control the position but James is working away.
James tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Inday wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
A lull in the action here.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Inday dives in for a single leg takedown but James sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Inday.
Zambosurian Inday is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
No luck for Inday with that takedown attempt.
James appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Zambosurian Inday.
I've got Inday 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 Hugh Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 27:30
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zambosurian Inday! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Lato lands with a cross.
Nice shot by Lato.
Jab from Lato.
Lato dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lato is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by James.
James is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Lato lands a straight punch to the body, keeping James at a distance.
Lato takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lato misses with a wild body shot.
Nice shot by Lato.
Lato scores with a hook to the body. James takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lato fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. James looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lato misses with a body shot.
James tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lato swings and misses with a hook to the body.
James with the counter takedown but Lato avoids it easily.#T1#
A cross from Lato lands.
Lato connects with a jab.
Lato swings for the body but James moves out of range.
James tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lato throws a body shot but no joy.
James feints the counter takedown.
Lato with a hook.
Nice cross by Lato.
Lato connects with a single shot there.
James ducks under a wild hook from Lato.
Lato digs a good body shot into James's ribs.
Ines Lato is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lato scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Lato's jab looks to have found its range, popping James under the eye.
James takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lato lunges at James with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by James's hand.
James keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A cross from Lato lands.
A slow jab from Lato misses its intended target.
Lato throws a sloppy body shot
#KD2#
and Lato is countered with a crisp right hand from James that sends him to the canvas! James follows him to the mat into side control. #ROC2#Lato is rocked!#SUB2#
James is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lato has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
James tries for a kimura but Lato is defending well. #SUB2#
James has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Lato is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. James yanks on the arm and Lato is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by James.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). John James! |
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Event:
ALLSTAR MMA
Date: Oct 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Bag throws a lazy head kick
and James counters with a stiff right hand.
Bag tries for a takedown but James circles away easily#TD2#
and James counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bag won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
James tries for a kimura but Bag is defending well. #SUB2#
James tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no James has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
James thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bag is looking to reverse the position.
James tries to move into full mount but can't pass Bag's legs. #T1#
James passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Bag! #SUB2#
James working for a guillotine from mount but Bag is in no mood to give up. #SUB2#
James goes for an armbar but Bag turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Bag. #SUB2#
James throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bag uses it to pass to side control.
James is trying to get back to half guard.
James keeps trying to improve his position.#T2##SUB#
Bag is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. James knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bag with the ground and pound but James regains half guard under the barage of strikes. #SUB2#
James looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
James looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bag wants to pass the guard but James is defending well.
Bag is breathing heavily.#T3##SUB2#
James actively working from the bottom here.
James is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
James actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
James is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bag pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
James actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
James actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
James actively working from the bottom here.
James is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
James is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bag pulls his head out easily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T5#
Bag tries to clinch up#TD2#
and James decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bag's guard.#SUB2#
James is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
James drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and James jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
James is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
James is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Bag is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Bag has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
James is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T6##SUB2#
James looking for a guillotine here but Bag defends easily.
#SUB2#
James is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bag is aware though and is defending well.#T7#
James keeping moving, preventing Bag from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Bag got a little sloppy there for a moment and James has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bag has managed to get both his arms back between James's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
James is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
James is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bag defends well.#SUB2#
James is looking for a triangle but Bag pushes his legs off easily.
#T8#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
James keeping moving, preventing Bag from controlling successfully.
James is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
James had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bag defends it easily.#SUB2#
James escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bag gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
James working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bag doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but James is tightening it up a little... Bag has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Bag reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Bag taps out! Nice BJJ there by James!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). John James! |
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Event:
ALLSTAR MMA: Yamasaki Vs Jones
Date: Oct 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Zakrzewski moves to clinch but James breaks away
letting James counter with a right hand.
Zakrzewski fails with the takedown
and James counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Krzysztof Zakrzewski has been cut.
Zakrzewski closes the distance and clinches up with James, looking for a takedown. Zakrzewski pushes James against the cage but James circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
James tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
James avoids the body shot from Zakrzewski.
James with the counter takedown but Zakrzewski avoids it easily.
Zakrzewski misses with a takedown
and James counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zakrzewski throws a quick head kick that skims the top of James's head.
Zakrzewski shoots in but James avoids the takedown attempt easily.
James looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
James is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1##TD#
Zakrzewski shoots in and gets a takedown into James's guard.#SUB2#
James working for submissions but it's allowed Zakrzewski to get to half guard.
James is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zakrzewski wants to control but James is keeping him busy. #T2##SUB#
Zakrzewski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
James is looking for a sweep. Zakrzewski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
James looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Zakrzewski throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing James to regain full guard. #SUB2#
James is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
James is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T3##SUB2#
James is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zakrzewski is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
James looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
James is looking for a triangle but Zakrzewski pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
James has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Zakrzewski 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 James.
James is looking to regain half guard here but Zakrzewski keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Zakrzewski wants to control but James is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Zakrzewski works over James's head and body with a nice combination.
Zakrzewski moves to clinch but James breaks away #TD2#
and James counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Zakrzewski!
Zakrzewski is breathing heavily.#T5##SUB2#
James goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Zakrzewski has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for James but great work by Zakrzewski.
James really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zakrzewski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
James manages to work his way to half guard, despite Zakrzewski's best efforts.
James is staying active underneath Zakrzewski, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Zakrzewski prevents James from improving his position.
James avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zakrzewski.
Zakrzewski is trying to control the action in half guard but James is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T6##SUB2#
James looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zakrzewski seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
James slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
James looking for a guillotine here but Zakrzewski defends easily.
#T7#
Zakrzewski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
James is looking for a triangle but Zakrzewski pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
James is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
James working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zakrzewski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zakrzewski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T8#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
James keeping moving, preventing Zakrzewski from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Zakrzewski wants to clinch.
James feints the counter takedown.
Zakrzewski tries to clinch but James is having none of it. #T9#
Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
James drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Zakrzewski defends it well.
Zakrzewski has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
so James counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
James drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. #SUB2#
James postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Zakrzewski is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of James, into his guard. #REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
James looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Zakrzewski passes into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Krzysztof Zakrzewski will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Krzysztof Zakrzewski's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R2#
Zakrzewski with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and James counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Zakrzewski! #SUB2#
James working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
James goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Zakrzewski rolls with the submission and now he's on top in James's guard! Nice work there by Zakrzewski!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zakrzewski wants to control from the top but James keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
James is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zakrzewski is aware though and is defending well.#T1##SUB#
Zakrzewski drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Zakrzewski jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if James can do anything to dispel that myth.
Zakrzewski wants to control from the top but James keeps moving. #SUB2#
James looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Zakrzewski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Zakrzewski got a little sloppy there for a moment and James has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zakrzewski has managed to get both his arms back between James's legs - danger averted.
Zakrzewski throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as James works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Zakrzewski tries to stand but James is controlling from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3##SUB2#
James working for a triangle but Zakrzewski defends it easily.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Zakrzewski is looking to clinch but James is avoiding it.
Zakrzewski misses the body punch
and Zakrzewski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zakrzewski misses with a takedown attempt - James sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
James circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2#
and James counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
James pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zakrzewski is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
James drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Zakrzewski dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Zakrzewski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
James is looking for a triangle but Zakrzewski pushes his legs off easily.
#T5##SUB2#
James has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zakrzewski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
James is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
James has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zakrzewski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zakrzewski trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
James 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.#SUB2#
James is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zakrzewski is aware though and is defending well.
Zakrzewski wants to control from the top but James keeps moving.
Zakrzewski looking to pass the guard. #T7##SUB2#
Zakrzewski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
James working for a triangle but Zakrzewski defends it easily.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
James swats away the attempt to clinch by Zakrzewski.
Zakrzewski doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2#
and James counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Zakrzewski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T8##SUB2#
James drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. #SUB2#
James is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
James drops back looking for a leg! Zakrzewski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zakrzewski manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Zakrzewski's guard. #SUB2#
James drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Zakrzewski manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now James has Zakrzewski in his guard.#REVR##T9##SU#
Zakrzewski stands up and waves to James to follow him.
Zakrzewski with a poor takedown
enabling James to counter with a crisp jab.
Zakrzewski with a poor takedown
and James counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zakrzewski wants to clinch#TD2#
and James counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by James.
And that's the end of the fight!
John James comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I have no idea who won that fight. Let's wait and see whether the judges are as confused as me! Time for a split decision perhaps?!. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight for John James!
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight for John James!
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight for John James!
John James wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
ALLSTAR MMA: DozerVsYamasaki 2
Date: Sep 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Bhate misses with an uppercut. James saw that one coming.
James half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bhate throws a body shot but no joy.
James swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bhate just misses with a punch to the body.
James appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
James slips under a jab from Bhate.
James drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bhate sprawls and moves away.
Bhate throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bhate throws a body shot but no joy.
A little feinted left hand from James on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A big left from Bhate misses.
Bhate throws a jab when James was well out of range.#T1#
Bhate lands with a shot to the body.
James uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bhate.
Dharya Bhate seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bhate misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from James.
James tries to counter with a takedown but Bhate is quick to defend against it.
Bhate scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. James doesn't seem bothered though.
Bhate throws a body punch but James moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bhate. James does a little dance to reset his feet.
James throwing a counter right hand but Bhate manages to avoid it.
Bhate throws the left hand but James avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Bhate throws a body shot but no joy.
Bhate misses with an uppercut. James saw that one coming.#TD2#
Bhate shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bhate was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
James is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Bhate has hold of James's arm. He's looking for a kimura. James seems comfortable defending it but Bhate has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! James is real pain and he's forced to tap out! James is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Bhate couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dharya Bhate! |
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Event:
ALLSTAR MMA: Hall Vs Locke
Date: Aug 12, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Zoerner darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Zoerner controlling the action here.
James is in trouble now - Zoerner has advanced to mount!
Zoerner looking to control and managing it successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
It looks like Zoerner might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Zoerner's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
James is trying to escape the mount.
#T3#
Zoerner controlling from the full mount.
More stalling from Zoerner.
We've been informed that Zoerner has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Let's hope that Zoerner has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Zoerner.
James tries to improve his position but instead Zoerner has taken his back!
Zoerner is riding his opponent, not letting James buck him off.
James is trying to break free.
#T5#
Zoerner controls the action.#T6#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Yet more stalling tactics from Zoerner.#T7#
Zoerner with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T8#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#T9#
Zoerner is continuing to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hubert Zoerner dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zoerner is defended easily by James.
James feinted with a counter takedown.#TD2#
Zoerner feints and as James raises his hands in defense, Zoerner changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zoerner is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hubert Zoerner has got the better of the ground game so far.
Zoerner slips nicely into half guard.
Zoerner is controlling the pace.
Zoerner has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1##SUB#
James is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zoerner pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
James looking for a kimura from the bottom but Zoerner passes into side control!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
James is being controlled here.
Zoerner moves into full mount!
Zoerner tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
James on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if James tries to get out of the position.#T3#
James is looking to improve his position but Zoerner isn't that keen on the idea.
Zoerner controlling the pace 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.
Zoerner takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Zoerner slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T5##T6#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The adventures of Zoerner the control monster continue. Boring.#T7##SUB2#
Zoerner is working for a rear naked choke. James is not defending it well and Zoerner has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! James refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of James's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Hubert Zoerner! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 16, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Wilson instigates a clinch.
Wilson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Wilson stops a takedown attempt from James.
James changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wilson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Wilson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but James manages to avoid it.
James drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wilson defends it well.#TD#
Wilson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
James is trying to get back to half guard.
Wilson sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but James is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilson controls the position.
Wilson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1#
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Wilson in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Wilson tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Wilson takes a little break here. James wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Wilson trying to control the position but James is working away. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Wilson misses with a series of wild punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from James! But no joy.#CL#
Wilson moves into the clinch.
James is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Wilson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Mason Wilson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John James.#T3#
Wilson avoiding damage.
Wilson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. James fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Wilson closes the distance looking to clinch #TD2#
and James counters with a shoot takedown. Wilson fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB2#
James is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Wilson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Wilson has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Wilson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
Wilson advances to half guard.
James wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wilson slows the pace down in half guard.
Ground and pound from Wilson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mason Wilson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Wilson tries to clinch but James is having none of it.
James tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
James moves forwards but Wilson connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL#
Wilson darts in and clinches James up against the cage.
Wilson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
James has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Wilson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
James gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Wilson.
Wilson wants to break the clinch but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilson is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T1#
Wilson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but James has him pressed against the cage.
Wilson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that James can do to turn this around?
James tries for a takedown but Wilson manages to get underhooks.
Mason Wilson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John James.#TD#
Wilson pulls guard. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Wilson manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
James prevents a takedown attempt there.
James tries for a takedown but Wilson manages to get underhooks.
James tries to score a body lock takedown but Wilson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Wilson prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T2#
Wilson utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#TD#
Wilson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
James drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wilson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now James has Wilson in his guard.#REVR#
Wilson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3##SUB2#
James throws his legs up looking for a submission but Wilson uses it to pass to side control.
Wilson controls the position from side control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if James can do anything to dispel that myth.
Wilson is looking to take a break and control but James is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
James is looking for a sweep.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SU#
Wilson stands up.
Wilson tries to clinch #TD2#
and James counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
James is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Wilson manages to get to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wilson is on top in guard.
#REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wilson trying to control but James is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mason Wilson dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Wilson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but James swivels and escapes.#TD#
Wilson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging James to the ground. Wilson is now in James's guard.
Wilson is pushing down on James's leg trying to pass to half guard. James is fighting to maintain full guard but Wilson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wilson stalling.
Wilson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks James with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilson working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Wilson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T1##SUB2#
James looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Wilson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Wilson content to control rather than advance. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
James actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wilson working over James with some ground and pound. James looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Wilson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Wilson wants to take a breather but James is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Wilson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wilson misses with a jab, cross combination.
James with the counter takedown but Wilson avoids it easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Wilson.
It seemed like James was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wilson is looking to clinch.
Wilson throws a left and a right that both miss
and James counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Wilson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Wilson laying and praying for a moment but James takes advantage and regains half guard. #T4#
Wilson is keen to just control but James is a slippery customer.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
James is defending against the submission attempts here by Wilson.
James really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Wilson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
James is looking to improve his position.
John James has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mason Wilson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Mason Wilson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Wilson has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mason Wilson! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Bulken connects with a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Bulken.
Bulken connects with an inside leg kick.
Bulken with the inside leg kick.
Bulken fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt James.
Bulken throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by James.
Bulken lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Bulken lands a head kick. James smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Bulken tries to land a body kick#TD#
and James counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
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!#SUB#
James drops back looking for a leg! Bulken is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bulken manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Bulken's guard. #SUB#
James drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and James jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##SUB#
James thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
James drops back looking for a leg! Bulken is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bulken manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Bulken's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James advances to half guard. #SUB#
James has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Bulken defend it? James steps over the head and cranks it - Bulken is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for James!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). John James! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Aliot with a poor takedown
and James counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC2#Aliot is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Sir Randy Aliot has been cut.
Aliot wants to clinch
and James counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John James! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 06, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Subbin is looking to clinch but James is avoiding it.
James changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Subbin fails with an attempt to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from James on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL2#
Subbin has managed to clinch.
Subbin tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. James just stands there and leans against the cage.
Subbin tries to pull guard but James forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
James has picked Subbin up - he's going for a ride! James dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
James seems to be looking for submissions.
James is thwarting Subbin's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
James looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
James knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Subbin on the ground.#SUB#
James is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Subbin has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Subbin wants to control but James is keeping busy.
#SUB#
James seems to be looking for submissions.
James will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Subbin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Subbin looking for submissions off his back.
Subbin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of James's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take James's back!#SUB2#
Subbin is cranking James's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for James! He's tightened the choke and James is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Infernitio Subbin! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Vonsky connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed James momentarily.
Vonsky connects with a jab and follows up with a big overhand right! Oh that's hurt James! He's out on his feet! Vonsky rushes in and drops James with another big right hand, forcing the referee to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Vladimir Vonsky! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.#TD#
Williams closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming James to the mat! James manages to get full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Williams trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
James isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Williams stacks James on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Williams!#T1#
Williams trying to control the position but James is working away.
James is looking for a sweep.
James is not content to let Williams control the position. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
James looks to move to half guard but instead Williams has passed into mount! Damn!
Williams can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as James is looking to escape. #T3#
James is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Williams can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as James is looking to escape. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
James is trying to escape the mount.
Williams wants to control the pace but James is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Williams prevents James from getting the reversal.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Luke Williams 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#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Williams is defended easily by James.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
James looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Williams makes his way to full guard, as James worked for a kimura.
James is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
James trying to move into half guard but instead Williams has managed to sweep!#REVR##SUB2#
James is looking for a triangle but Williams pushes his legs off easily.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
James keeping moving, preventing Williams from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
James looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Williams has picked James up and slammed him! James can't keep hold of the triangle and Williams manages to pass to side control!
Williams controls the position from side control.
Williams wants to control but James is keeping him busy. #T3#
James is looking for a sweep.
Williams is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that James can do to turn this around?
James is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Williams gets to mount! James was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if James can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Williams tries to control but James wriggling away.
Williams controlling the position easily from mount.
James is trying to reverse the position but instead Williams has taken his back - oops!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Luke Williams dominated that second round.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
Williams looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A little jabbing left from James on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD2#
James drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Williams scrambles and gets back to his feet.
#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams closes this distance looking for a takedown but James circles away.
James with the counter takedown but Williams avoids it easily.#TD2#
James shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. James showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
James seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
James is working for a kimura but Williams is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2##SUB2#
James is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Williams defends it well.
Williams tries to kick James off but James keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
James is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
James is working for a kimura but Williams is defending it quite comfortably.
Luke Williams overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#ES#
Williams has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but James is on him like a limpet, forcing Williams back against the cage.#T3##TD#
Williams jumps into guard, dragging James to the mat.
#SUB2#
James drops back, looking for a kneebar! Williams looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Williams looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Williams! #REVR#
Williams trying to control the action but James is working from the bottom. #T4#
James tries to improve position but can't.
James sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
James looking for submissions off his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Luke Williams showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Williams, 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luke Williams! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 20, 2023 |
#R1#
Wooten Jr throws a predictable looking body shot
letting James counter with a right hand.
Wooten Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and James connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
James blocks a jab.
Wooten Jr misses with a left hand
and James counters with a straight right hand.
Wooten Jr misses with a left hand
and James counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#Wooten Jr is rocked!
Wooten Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wooten Jr throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and James counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Wooten Jr is still in real trouble! Can James finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
James is working for a kimura but Wooten Jr is defending it quite comfortably.
Wooten Jr wants to control but James is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
James is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wooten Jr doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time James.
Wooten Jr wants to improve his position but James is controlling well.
Wooten Jr is still trying to improve position.
Wooten Jr seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB#
James seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1##SUB#
James wants to work for an arm triangle but Wooten Jr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
James is trying to work for a kimura but Wooten Jr is defending well.
#SUB#
James is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
James is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wooten Jr defends it well. #SUB#
James is looking for a kimura here.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
James is trying to work for a kimura but Wooten Jr is defending well.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Wooten Jr manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
James thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Wooten Jr has James pulled in close to control his posture.
Wooten Jr keeping full guard, as James tries to pass.
Wooten Jr seems keen to control James's posture.#SUB#
James is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
James is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Wooten Jr is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Wooten Jr has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T3#
Wooten Jr is stalling in the full guard.
Wooten Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but James is retaining full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wooten Jr content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
James is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wooten Jr defends well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
James is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wooten Jr defends well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John James dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Wooten Jr throws an overhand right that lands on James's shoulder, as James tries to avoid the shot.
James feinted with a counter takedown.
Wooten Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wooten Jr misses with a wild body shot.
James attempts a counter takedown but Wooten Jr avoids it well and moves away.
James moves out of range as Wooten Jr strikes.
It looked like James wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
James is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
James slips a straight right by Wooten Jr.
A swing and a miss from Wooten Jr.
James changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Wooten Jr closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Wooten Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but James uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooten Jr misses with the head strike.
#T1#
Wooten Jr tries a body shot but James blocks it.
Wooten Jr tries to work over James's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
James blocks an uppercut.
Wooten Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
James has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Wooten Jr avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by James.
Wooten Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Wooten Jr is struggling to control the position.
Wooten Jr scores with a shot to the side of James's head.
Wooten Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wooten Jr misses with a punch to the body.
#T2#
James is looking for a takedown.
Wooten Jr is pressed up against the cage. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Wooten Jr down to the mat. Wooten Jr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wooten Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
James appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Wooten Jr misses with a hook.
Wooten Jr swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling James to counter with a crisp jab.
James uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wooten Jr.
Wooten Jr throws an overhand right that lands on James's shoulder, as James tries to avoid the shot.
James uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wooten Jr.
Wooten Jr throws a body punch but James moves out of range.
Chad Wooten Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Wooten Jr swings for the body but James moves out of range.
Wooten Jr swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and James counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by James.
Wooten Jr controlling the position.#SUB#
James drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Wooten Jr dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Wooten Jr is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
John James overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
James working for a triangle but Wooten Jr defends it easily.
#T4#
Wooten Jr sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Chad Wooten Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Wooten Jr throws the left hand but James avoids the punch easily.
James drops down looking for a counter takedown but Wooten Jr sprawls and moves away.
Wooten Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
James tries to counter with a takedown but Wooten Jr is quick to defend against it.
Wooten Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but James was well out of range. Poor timing from Wooten Jr.
Wooten Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but James manages to avoid it.
James drops down looking for a counter takedown but Wooten Jr sprawls and moves away.
Wooten Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but James is just out of range.
James tries to counter with a takedown but Wooten Jr is quick to defend against it.
James ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Wooten Jr pushes James up against the cage in a clinch.
Wooten Jr can't find room to land a body shot as James controls the action.
Wooten Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by James. #T1#
Wooten Jr tries to work over James's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wooten Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wooten Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wooten Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wooten Jr is defending well against a takedown attempt.
James wants to take the fight to the mat but Wooten Jr manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Wooten Jr takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Wooten Jr tries a body shot but James blocks it.
Wooten Jr lands a right hand.
Wooten Jr misses with some punches.
Wooten Jr misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Wooten Jr stalling.
Wooten Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with James's elbow.
Wooten Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wooten Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
James has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Wooten Jr is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
James blocks an uppercut.
James blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Wooten Jr fails to land.
James goes for a takedown in the clinch but Wooten Jr prevents it.
Wooten Jr misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from Wooten Jr fails to land.
Wooten Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wooten Jr wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but James has him pressed against the cage.
James blocks an uppercut.
Wooten Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but James uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooten Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooten Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wooten Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
James blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wooten Jr misses with some punches.
#T4#
A head punch on the inside from Wooten Jr fails to land.
James drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Wooten Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wooten Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wooten Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chad Wooten Jr seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Wooten Jr misses with some punches.
James tries for a takedown but Wooten Jr manages to get underhooks.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wooten Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wooten Jr gets underhooks to prevent James's takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chad Wooten Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wooten Jr 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 27:29
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 27:29
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chad Wooten Jr!
An out of breath Chad Wooten Jr 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:
NYF Fight Night 4
Date: Jun 17, 2023 |
#R1#
Bellavia misses with a right hand #TD2#
and James counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
James drops back looking for a leg! Bellavia is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bellavia manages to kick James off! James jumps back into Bellavia's guard. #SUB#
Bellavia looking for a triangle here. James is fighting it but it looks tight! Bellavia pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, James is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Antonio Bellavia! |
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Event:
NYF 18: Mendez vs Simons
Date: May 06, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
James shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Ferreira has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but James is on him like a limpet, forcing Ferreira back against the cage.#BC2#
James breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ferreira scores with a body shot.
Ferreira scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ferreira misses with a combination
#TD2#
and James counters with a takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ferreira tries to buck James off but James is having none of it.
Ferreira sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Ferreira is looking to control James's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ferreira avoid being mounted?
James trying to control from Ferreira's half guard. Ferreira has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
James got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ferreira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, James has managed to get both his arms back between Ferreira's legs - danger averted.
Ferreira keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
James is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ferreira is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ferreira has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Ferreira might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ferreira won't allow James to sweep him here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
James controls Ferreira momentarily but Ferreira frees himself.
James wants to improve his position but instead Ferreira has moved into half guard.
James is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Ferreira seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
James wants to control but Ferreira is keeping busy.
#T3##SUB2#
James has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ferreira escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ferreira!
James is not content to let Ferreira control the position.
Ferreira looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
James takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
James tries to bench press Ferreira off him but Ferreira keeps the position.
James struggling a bit here.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ferreira controlling the position from side mount.
James pushes Ferreira away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Ferreira gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Ferreira is looking to take a break and control but James is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ferreira misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
James shoots in looking for a takedown but Ferreira manages to keep the fight standing, pushing James's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ferreira swings for the body but James moves out of range.
James misses with a hook
and Ferreira counters with a one-two to the body.
James misses with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Romulo Ferreira dominated that round.
That's time! Ferreira's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ferreira sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
James gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CUT#It looks like John James has been cut.
James takes a shot to the body in his stride.
James misses with a hook to the body
#CL#
and Ferreira holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Ferreira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ferreira is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
James is trying to pull guard but Ferreira turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Ferreira is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that James can do to turn this around?
James will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ferreira up against the cage.
James fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James has Ferreira pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ferreira manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Romulo Ferreira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John James.#T1##TD2#
James has Ferreira pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. James pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Ferreira tumbling to the mat - James dives into Ferreira's guard.
Ferreira wants to get back to his feet but James passes into half guard.
#REVR##ES#
Ferreira has one foot on James's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
A lazy left from Ferreira finds it's target.
Ferreira throws a right hand that James ducks under and follows up with a left that James also avoids with ease.
James is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Ferreira lands a slapping body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
James shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ferreira as he avoids it easily.
James has a takedown stuffed.
Ferreira seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T2#
James shoots in looking for a takedown. Ferreira tries to sprawl out of it but James keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ferreira manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
James throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A shot to the liver by Ferreira. Beautiful body shot.
James with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Ferreira to counter with a crisp jab.
James is breathing heavily.#TD2#
James shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Ferreira kicks James off and gets to his feet.
Romulo Ferreira is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ferreira lands with a shot to the body.
Ferreira stuns James with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ferreira lands with a cross.
Ferreira is looking to wear down James with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ferreira connects with a looping right hand.
#ROC#James is rocked!
James misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
James is still on wobbly legs! Can Ferreira finish him?#T3#
Ferreira lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
James seems to have recovered his senses.
Ferreira stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ferreira wants it to stay on the feet.
James tries to clinch but Ferreira moves out of range.
Nice shot lands for Ferreira.#KD#
Ferreira drops James with a beautiful combination! James stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Ferreira is looking for the KO!
BOOM! Ferreira lands a beautiful left hook that drops James. James tries to recover but Ferreira is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and James lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Romulo Ferreira! |
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Event:
NYF:Fight Night 1
Date: Mar 10, 2023 |
#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Gonzalez there.
James shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gonzalez but Gonzalez pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Gonzalez tries to counter with a takedown but James is quick to defend against it.
Gonzalez lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as James backs up against the cage.
#ROC#James is rocked!#CUT#It looks like John James has been cut.
Gonzalez swings for the body but James moves out of range.
James is still on wobbly legs! Can Gonzalez finish him?
James misses with a kick to the body.
Gonzalez is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from James.
James seems to have recovered his senses.#CL2#
James has Gonzalez up against the cage in a clinch.
Gonzalez misses with an elbow strike.
#BC2#
James breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gonzalez lands a big head kick that sends James to the canvas! Gonzalez follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Albert Gonzalez! |
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Event:
NYF 9: St. Claire vs Silva
Date: Feb 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Silalahi looks to throw the jab but James is out of range.
James dives in for a single leg takedown but Silalahi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
James has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Silalahi finds it's way round the side to connect with James's head.
Silalahi scores with a decent looking hook.#ROC#James is rocked!#CUT#It looks like John James has been cut.
Silalahi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
James is still on wobbly legs! Can Silalahi finish him?
Are you kidding me?! Silalahi ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent James clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Greggory Silalahi!
Our winner, Greggory Silalahi, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 26, 2023 |
#R1#
James is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Morris.#CL#
James closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
James trying to land knees to the body.
#BC#
James breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
James gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
James decides to pull guard.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Morris trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morris is fighting to break James's control of his arms but James is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
James is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Morris presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC#
James breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
James looks to land a body kick but Morris moved away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
James connects with an inside leg kick.
Morris keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
John James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1##CL#
James instigates a clinch. #TD#
James tightens his grip and picks Morris up, before dumping him to the ground. Morris manages to land in guard.
Morris not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
James is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SU#
James gets to his feet. Morris looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Morris shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts James as he jumps to the side. #T2#
Morris moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CL#
James pushes Morris up against the cage in a clinch.
James keeps control of Morris as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD#
James lands a takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morris can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as James controls the pace.
Morris can't keep his opponent in guard - James advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
James is trying to work for a kimura but Morris is defending well.
#T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. James lands a nice short elbow.
James prevents Morris from improving his position.
James lands with a punch from half guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Morris is trying to get back to full guard.
James is controlling the pace.
James wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morris keeps working.
Morris trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John James dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Morris enables James to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Morris manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Morris wants to get back to his feet but James passes into half guard.
#REVB#
James wants to take a breather but Morris is having none of it.
James works his foot free and advances to mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
James cracks Morris with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James raining down hammerfists from mount.
Morris looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
James is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Morris can do to turn this around?#T1##SUB#
Morris is trying to defend against the choke here but James has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. James Tightens the hold and Morris taps out furiously! James displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). John James!
Fraser Morris spoke after the fight, saying 'Thank you all for the chance to show my skills in the cage.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 19, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
James drives through with a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
James throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
James is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but River has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. James is looking to defend but River has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for James! River pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, James taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). James River !
A relieved looking James River thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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