Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: DDCF Rising Power 2
Date: Nov 09, 2025

#R1#
Bond pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dalrymple is out of range and Bond settles back down.
Dalrymple throws a fast counter high kick but Bond manages to duck under it in time.
Matt Bond seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bond tries to land a leg kick but Dalrymple saw it coming and moves away.
It seemed like Dalrymple was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dalrymple on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bond. Bond obviously looking to wear him down.
We've been informed that Dalrymple has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Bond misses with an uppercut
enabling Dalrymple to counter with a crisp jab.
Bond throws a body shot but no joy.
Dalrymple is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bond lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dalrymple is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bond throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Dalrymple counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD#
Bond manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalrymple is looking to work some ground and pound but Bond has wrist control.
Bond working a defensive guard here.
Dalrymple trying to control but Bond is working from the bottom. #T1#
Bond looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Dalrymple puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Bond is trying to control but can't.
Bond might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dalrymple wants to take a breather but Bond is having none of it. #SUB#
Bond looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dalrymple passes into side control, despite Bond's attempt to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bond regains half guard.
Bond tries to get to full guard but Dalrymple has control of the leg. #T2#
Dalrymple throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Bond looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bond is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Bond with the active half guard here but Dalrymple passes nicely into side control.
Bond manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3#
Dalrymple is refusing to be controlled, as Bond sits in half guard.
Dalrymple is positioning himself well to prevent Bond advancing to mount. #SUB2#
Dalrymple looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dalrymple has his hands clasped together around Bond's back. He's all about the action.
Dalrymple moves into full guard.
Dalrymple 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.
Bond wants to control from the top but Dalrymple keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bond looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Bond thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Bond tries to free his leg and advance position but Dalrymple is retaining full guard.
Dalrymple is trying to keep Bond in close.
Bond trying to control the position from guard on top but Dalrymple is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bond pushes down on Dalrymple's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dalrymple works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bond postures up.
Dalrymple keeping moving, preventing Bond from controlling successfully.
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 Matt Bond will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Dalrymple just misses with a punch to the body.
Dalrymple keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Dalrymple tries a quick counter leg kick but Bond is wise to it.
Bond misses with a leg kick.
Bond pushes Dalrymple away with a front kick.
Bond tries to land a front kick but Dalrymple steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bond fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bond swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dalrymple throws a big counter head kick but Bond avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalrymple throws a low kick but Bond avoids it.
Bond throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bond misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bond looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Bond throws a head kick but Dalrymple moves out of range. #CL2#
Dalrymple closes the distance and clinches.
Dalrymple tries a knee to the head but Bond blocks it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dalrymple.
Dalrymple lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dalrymple with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bond tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dalrymple just stands there and leans against the cage.
Dalrymple with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Bond tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dalrymple smiles and moves away.
Bond thows a leg kick but Dalrymple checks it
and Dalrymple counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Bond scores with a head kick. Dalrymple tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dalrymple blocks a head kick by Bond. #T2#
Dalrymple takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bond.
Dalrymple avoids a kick to the body.
Matt Bond is winning the standup battle so far.
Bond misses with a kick to the body
and Dalrymple makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bond thows a leg kick but Dalrymple checks it
and Dalrymple counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bond lands a nice looking body kick.
Bond throws a head kick that misses
and Dalrymple cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#Bond is rocked!
Bond throws out a leg kick but Dalrymple moves out of range and Bond only half commits.
Dalrymple connects with an inside leg kick.
Bond throws a front kick that sends Dalrymple stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Dalrymple moves out of range of the body kick.
Bond looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bond pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dalrymple let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Dalrymple avoids the head kick by Bond.
Dalrymple throws a lazy right hand but Bond sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bond throws a leg kick that is checked#KD2#
and Dalrymple counters with a crisp one two that drops Bond! Dalrymple thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Bond to his feet! Bond is in big trouble!
Oh Bond is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bond wants to slow Dalrymple down by chopping away at his legs.
An inside leg kick from Bond misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bond.
Bond tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dalrymple doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bond lands a front kick.
Bond tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bond throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Dalrymple counters with a crisp right that sends Bond to the canvas! Dalrymple follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Teddy Dalrymple!
Teddy Dalrymple took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, 30th Century Beer Store for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Z14: Dangerfield vs. Zubayrov
Date: Oct 25, 2025

#R1#
Chambers fails with a takedown attempt.
Novikov has a takedown stuffed.
And Chambers tries to counter it with a takedown but Novikov pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Chambers looking to score a takedown here. Novikov is defending well but Chambers drives through and ends up in Novikov's guard.
Novikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Chambers is stalling in the full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Chambers working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chambers trying to control the position from guard on top but Novikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Novikov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chambers is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Novikov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Novikov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Chambers manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Novikov preventing the sweep. #T2#
Chambers keeping moving, preventing Novikov from controlling successfully.
Chambers manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Novikov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Chambers passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Novikov wants to control but Chambers postures up.
Novikov is looking to get back to his feet here but Chambers is keeping cool and he's managed to take Novikov's back.
Novikov is trying to get back to his feet but Chambers has full control of the position and if anything, Novikov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Chambers has good solid back control here. #T3#
Chambers controlling well, preventing Novikov from escaping the position.
Novikov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Chambers on the ground.#SUB2#
Chambers working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chambers is riding his opponent, not letting Novikov buck him off.
A lull in the action here. #T4##SUB2#
Chambers is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Novikov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Chambers is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Novikov staying busy and making it hard for Chambers to control. #SUB2#
Chambers is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Novikov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Novikov fending off the submission attempt from Chambers.
Chambers has the hooks in. Novikov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T5#
Novikov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Chambers gets his hands free as Novikov looks to control. #SUB2#
Chambers is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Novikov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Novikov rolls, trying to escape but Chambers keeps control of the position.
Novikov turns into Chambers and is now in his guard.
Novikov throws a big right hand that misses.
Chambers managing to control the position. #T6#
Novikov won't allow Chambers to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Chambers working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Novikov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Novikov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chambers looking to control.
Novikov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
We've been hearing that Novikov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Chambers looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Chambers wants to sweep but no luck. #T7#
Chambers keeping moving, preventing Novikov from controlling successfully.
Novikov throws an elbow that misses. Chambers uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Novikov's guard. Nice move by Chambers!#REVB#
Novikov working a defensive guard here.
Chambers wants to control from the top but Novikov keeps moving. #T8#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chambers preventing the sweep.
Chambers trying to control the position from guard on top but Novikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Chambers tries to score a power double leg takedown but Novikov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Chambers somewhat.
Chambers looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ipatiy Novikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nathan Chambers.
Chambers stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Chambers wants it to stay on the feet.
Chambers with the counter takedown but Novikov avoids it easily.#T9#
Chambers shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Novikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Chambers looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Novikov is fending him off so far but Chambers persists. Nope, Novikov circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Novikov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Chambers tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Novikov is in Chambers's guard.
Novikov chips away with some ground and pound.
Chambers is looking to sweep but instead, Novikov has passed into half guard.
Chambers is not content to let Novikov control the position.
Novikov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chambers trying to control but Novikov postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nathan Chambers dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R2#
Chambers swats away the attempt to clinch by Novikov.
Novikov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Chambers defends it nicely.
Nice sprawl there from Chambers as Novikov shoots in.
Chambers tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Chambers tries for a takedown but Novikov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Chambers has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Novikov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Chambers counters with a nice double leg into side control. Novikov won't be happy with that.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ipatiy Novikov. 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.#SUB2#
Chambers tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Chambers wants to control but Novikov is keeping him busy. #T1#
Chambers is staying tight to Novikov's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Novikov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Chambers is looking to take a break and control but Novikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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#
Chambers is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Novikov has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chambers trying to control the action but Novikov is working from the bottom.
Chambers working away.
Novikov trying to remain calm as Chambers controls from the top position.
Chambers trying to control the action but Novikov is working from the bottom. #T3#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Chambers working away.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Chambers trying to control the action but Novikov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Chambers fails with a takedown attempt.
Novikov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Novikov shoots for a double leg takedown but Chambers sprawls well. He's pushed Novikov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chambers.#TD#
Novikov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Chambers's guard.#T4##SUB#
Novikov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Chambers manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Novikov has Chambers in his guard.#REVB#
Novikov keeping moving, preventing Chambers from controlling successfully.
Chambers not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Chambers works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Novikov is trying to stand up here but Chambers is controlling him well. #T5#
Novikov is looking for a sweep. Chambers is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chambers works his foot free and advances to mount.
Novikov has given up his back. Will we see Chambers going for some submissions? #SUB2#
Chambers is persistently looking for the submission but Novikov is defending it well. #SUB2#
Chambers is cranking Novikov's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Novikov! He's tightened the choke and Novikov is tapping out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nathan Chambers!

Event: Z12: Knight vs. Aoraki
Date: Oct 11, 2025

#R1#
Gusev misses with a takedown attempt - Karlson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jab from Gusev.
A big left from Karlson misses.
Gusev misses with an uppercut. Karlson saw that one coming.
Karlson leaves Gusev with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gusev staying out of range there.
A big left from Gusev misses.
Karlson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#TD#
Gusev looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Gusev slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T1##SUB2#
Karlson working for a triangle but Gusev defends it easily.
Karlson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Karlson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gusev knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Karlson on the ground.
Karlson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Karlson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gusev is aware though and is defending well.
Gusev stays in close to Karlson's body and controls the position.
Karlson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gusev manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T2##SUB#
Karlson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Karlson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Gusev throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Karlson throws a strike but Gusev rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T3#
Gusev postures up.
Karlson throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Gusev controlling from the top position.
Gusev wants to control from the top but Karlson keeps moving.
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.
Karlson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Gusev is controlling him. #SUB#
Gusev drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Karlson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gusev has Karlson in his guard.#REVB#
Karlson wants to stand and escape but instead Gusev has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##T4#
Gusev looking to pass the guard.
Karlson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Karlson is looking for a triangle but Gusev pushes his legs off easily.
Gusev preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Karlson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gusev gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gusev pushing down on Karlson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T5#
Nice strikes from Gusev there.
Gusev controlling the action here.
Karlson trying to hold on to Gusev's head to control him but Gusev postures up.
Gusev seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Karlson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Gusev looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Karlson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gusev perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T6#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Gusev is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Karlson is staying active underneath Gusev, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Karlson trying to hold on to Gusev's head to control him but Gusev postures up.
Gusev is looking to take a break and control but Karlson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gusev trying to mount his opponent but Karlson defends it.
Gusev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Karlson is looking to control Gusev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Karlson avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Gusev gets a clinch. #T7#
Karlson gets underhooks to prevent Gusev's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gavriil Gusev. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Gusev gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Our spies down at at Canucks Combat Club inform us that Karlson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Gusev not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Karlson working a defensive guard here.
Karlson keeping moving, preventing Gusev from controlling successfully.
Gusev scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Karlson looking for a guillotine here but Gusev defends easily.
Gusev trying to control but Karlson is working from the bottom. #T8#
Gusev stopping the sweep attempt from Karlson.
Gusev lands a couple of digs.
Gusev stands and throws Karlson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Gusev has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Karlson!
Karlson tries to reverse the position but Gusev maintains control.
Karlson wants to hold on but Gusev pushes him away.
Gusev controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Karlson is squirming around, avoiding Gusev's attempts to control the action.
Gusev raining down shots from the mount!#SUB#
Gusev has hold of Karlson's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Karlson manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #T9#
Gusev looking to control and managing it successfully.
Karlson throwing hammer fists to the chest of Gusev. What's that going to do exactly?
Karlson wants to hold on but Gusev pushes him away.
BOOM! Gusev connects with a massive shot to the dome!
The referee warns Karlson that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Karlson is working to get back to half guard.
Gusev wants to control the pace but Karlson is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gusev looking to finish Karlson with some ground and pound. This is bad for Karlson!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gavriil Gusev dominated that round.
That's time! Gusev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R2#
Karlson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gusev.
Gusev looks to throw the jab but Karlson is out of range.
Gusev shoots in and drives through. Karlson sprawls well.#CL#
Gusev instigates a clinch. #TD#
Gusev has picked Karlson up - he's going for a ride! Gusev dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Karlson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gusev is working away from the top position though.
Nice strikes from Gusev there.
Gavriil Gusev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gusev seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Karlson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karlson is pressing down on Gusev's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Karlson throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Gusev throws a big right hand that misses.
Karlson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gusev is one step ahead there. #T1#
Gusev scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Karlson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gusev trying to control the position from guard on top but Karlson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Karlson controls Gusev momentarily but Gusev frees himself.
Gusev throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Karlson works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Karlson is looking for a triangle but Gusev pushes his legs off easily.
Gusev wants to control from the top but Karlson keeps moving. #SUB#
Gusev drops back, looking for a kneebar! Karlson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Karlson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Karlson! #REVB#
Karlson creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Gusev sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Gusev is looking for a sweep.
Karlson tries to stand but Gusev is controlling his head. #T3#
Karlson scores with punches from side control.
Gusev is trying to control Karlson's posture but Karlson avoids it.
Gusev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Karlson can do to turn this around?
Gusev tries to buck Karlson off but Karlson is having none of it.
Gusev struggling a bit here.
Karlson throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Karlson fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Karlson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gusev keeps working. #SUB2#
Karlson has an Americana. Gusev didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Karlson is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Karlson hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Chase Karlson!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 05, 2025

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#CL#
Dalrymple clinches up against the cage.
Knees to the body from Dalrymple.
Kiang is working for takedown but Dalrymple is calmly controlling the position for now.
Our sources have told us that Dalrymple has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Still in the clinch, Dalrymple scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dalrymple lands with a right to the head.
Dalrymple working Kiang over with knees to the body.
Dalrymple lands with a right to the head. #KD#
Dalrymple drops Kiang with a big knee straight up the middle! Kiang is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC#Kiang is rocked!
Kiang looks winded!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kiang gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Dalrymple points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Kiang wakes up just in time to hear Dalrymple thank his coaches in the post fight interview.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Teddy Dalrymple!
Teddy Dalrymple made sure to mention his sponsor, 30th Century Beer Store in his post fight interview.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 05, 2025

#R1#
Maksim shoots and misses
and Smif counters with a one-two to the body. #CL#
Smif gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Smif tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Smif is stalling here.
Smif is trying to pull guard but Maksim has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
Maksim decides to pull guard.
Maksim looking to hit a scissor sweep but Smif is one step ahead there.
Smif trying to stand up but can't free himself from Maksim's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maksim not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
Smif engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Maksim keeping moving, preventing Smif from controlling successfully.
Maksim is trying to control the position but Smif postures up.
Maksim 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.
Maksim throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Smif.#CL#
Smif has closed the distance and engaged Maksim in a clinch. #T2##TD#
Smif decides to pull guard.
Maksim working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Maksim drops back, looking for a kneebar! Smif looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Smif looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Smif! #REVR#
Maksim can't do much from the bottom here.
Maksim gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Smif in particular looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Smif is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Smif with the ground and pound but Maksim uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Smif is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Smif trying to stand up but can't free himself from Maksim's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Maksim looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #ES2#
Maksim has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Smif is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T4#
Smif is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Maksim to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tre Smif. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smif fails to pull guard. #BC2#
Maksim manages to break the clinch.
Smif tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Maksim defends well and Smif ends up having to push Maksim into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Smif pulls guard.
Smif looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Smif on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Smif tries to get out of the position.
Maksim working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Maksim wants to control from the top but Smif keeps moving.
Smif is looking to stand back up but Maksim counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Smif.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maksim working the head and body with strikes.
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 Tre Smif will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Maksim fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hiroto Maksim seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smif circles away from the clinch attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smif looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Smif fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Maksim is looking for the big counter here.
Smif throws a sloppy head kick and Maksim moves out of range easily.
Maksim shoots for a double leg takedown but Smif sprawls well. He's pushed Maksim's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Smif has a takedown stuffed.
A countering left hand to the body from Maksim misses.
Maksim dives in for a single leg takedown but Smif sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tre Smif has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hiroto Maksim.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maksim shoots for a takedown but Smif saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Maksim shoots in and drives through. Smif sprawls well.
Maksim tries to clinch but Smif is having none of it.
Smif half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL#
Smif darts in and clinches Maksim up against the cage.#T1#
Maksim is trying to break the clinch but Smif is controlling him.#BC#
Smif escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Maksim takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Smif is trying hard to land a takedown here. Maksim sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tre Smif is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Smif dives in for a single leg takedown but Maksim sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#BC#
Smif breaks from the clinch.
Smif fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Smif scores with a three punch combo!
Smif closes this distance looking for a takedown but Maksim circles away.
Tre Smif is winning the standup battle so far.
Smif tries to clinch up.
Maksim fails with a takedown attempt. #T2#
Maksim moves to clinch but Smif breaks away
and Smif counters with a low kick, right behind Maksim 's knee.
Maksim stuffs the takedown attempt from Smif. Smif gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Smif moves into the clinch.
Maksim drops down looking for an ankle pick but Smif pulls his leg out and moves away. #TD2#
Maksim darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Maksim is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smif preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T3#
Smif missing with punches from the bottom.
Smif looks like he's trying to stand up.
Smif has his hands clasped together around Maksim's back. He's all about the action.
Smif pushes Maksim off looking to stand but Maksim dives back in and keeps control.
Smif tries to roll over but Maksim keeps him under control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Smif wants to control but Maksim is keeping busy.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Smif is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Maksim can do to turn this around?
Smif wants to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Maksim shoots in looking for a takedown. Smif tries to sprawl out of it but Maksim keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Smif manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Smif thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Maksim if he has to take too many more of those.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maksim fails with an attempt to clinch.
Smif shoots in looking for a takedown. Maksim tries to sprawl out of it but Smif keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Maksim manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tre Smif dominated that second round.
That's time! Smif's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
A jab from Smif finds it's way through Maksim's defenses.
Smif misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Maksim to counter with a crisp jab.
Smif displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Smif looks to land a combination but Maksim avoids it well.
Maksim throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Smif's waist but Smif gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Maksim off to one side.
Smif tries to score a power double leg takedown but Maksim sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Smif somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Smif closes the distance and pushes Maksim back into the cage.
Smif misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Maksim stops a takedown attempt from Smif.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tre Smif. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Maksim wants to break free but Smif has control.
Maksim drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smif trying to land knees to the body.
Maksim tries to score a body lock takedown but Smif shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Smif wants a takedown but no success here. #TD#
Smif pulls guard effortlessly.
Maksim missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Smif looking to control. #T2#
Maksim trying to control the position from guard on top but Smif is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maksim missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Maksim distracts Smif with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Smif is adopting a defensive guard.
Smif tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Maksim landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Smif looking for a guillotine here but Maksim defends easily.
Smif keeping moving, preventing Maksim from controlling successfully. #T3#
Smif looking for a sweep. Not yet Smif, not yet.
Maksim works over Smif with some ground and pound from guard.
Hiroto Maksim has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Smif looking for a guillotine here but Maksim defends easily.
Smif looking to control. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Maksim working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Smif's head.
Maksim stands up over Smif, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Smif knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Maksim on the ground.
Maksim working some strikes from top position.
Smif is trying to keep Maksim in close.
Maksim trying to control but Smif is working from the bottom.
Smif looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smif swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Maksim shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Smif defends it nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tre Smif showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Smif, 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tre Smif!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 30, 2025

#R1##TD2#
Maksim feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Maksim slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Raymond takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Maksim controlling from side mount.
Raymond is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Maksim is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Maksim connects with a nice short shot to Raymond's temple.
Maksim is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Maksim is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T1#
Raymond taking some punishment here, with Maksim in his half guard.
Maksim is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Maksim is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Raymond defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Maksim is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Raymond is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hiroto Maksim!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 28, 2025

#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.
No luck for Salvacion with that takedown attempt.
Dalrymple is looking for the big counter here.
Dalrymple lunges at Salvacion with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Salvacion's hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalrymple bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Salvacion's head backwards.
Dalrymple bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Salvacion has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Dalrymple.
Dalrymple cracks Salvacion with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Salvacion tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Dalrymple pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Salvacion is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Teddy Dalrymple!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Teddy Dalrymple waved his t-shirt featuring 30th Century Beer Store's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 24, 2025

#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.
Dalrymple turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Mibangon has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Dalrymple holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Dalrymple lands a body shot.
Dalrymple with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Minatay Mibangon has been cut.
Dalrymple lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #ROC#Mibangon is rocked!
Mibangon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mibangon is still on wobbly legs! Can Dalrymple finish him?
Mibangon looking for a takedown.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dalrymple.
Dalrymple really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dalrymple has the Thai clinch. He lands a big knee to the head that stumbles Mibangon - he's in trouble! Another big knee to the head from Dalrymple, and another! Mibangon is out on his feet - the ref jumps in to save him and ends the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Teddy Dalrymple!
After the big win, Teddy Dalrymple made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors 30th Century Beer Store and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 22, 2025

#R1#
Maksim fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bennett manages to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Bennett. #CL#
Bennett closes the distance and pushes Maksim back into the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Maksim's face as he tries to break the clinch. #TD#
Bennett gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Maksim regains guard.
Maksim looking to control.
Maksim is looking to stand up but Bennett isn't so interested in that idea.
Bennett content to stall in guard here.
Bennett seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Maksim for as long as he can get away with.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bennett prevents Maksim from getting back to his feet. #T1#
Bennett seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Bennett continues to stall.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bennett tries to free his leg and advance position but Maksim is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Maksim shoots and misses #CL#
and Bennett counters by moving into the clinch. #TD#
Bennett tightens his grip and picks Maksim up, before dumping him to the ground. Maksim manages to land in guard.
Maksim keeping full guard, as Bennett tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bennett forces his way into half guard.
Bennett sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
Maksim taking some punishment here, with Bennett in his half guard.
Bennett controlling the action here.
Maksim is looking to control Bennett's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Maksim avoid being mounted?
Bennett has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T3#
Bennett looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bennett lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Bennett controlling the pace for now.
Bennett working Maksim over with strikes here. #T4#
Maksim trying desperately to get to his feet.
Bennett controlling the pace for now.
Bennett has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bennett landing strikes from the mount and Maksim is in trouble!
Bennett has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Maksim's face.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bennett controlling the pace for now.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Bennett.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Bennett dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Bennett scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bennett is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Maksim can do to turn this around?
Bennett stalling.
Bennett trying to mount his opponent but Maksim defends it.
Bennett works his way into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bennett controlling his opponent.
Bennett avoids the attempt from Maksim to control.#T1#
Bennett lands a nice shot to the head.
Bennett sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Thomas Bennett overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bennett lands a big elbow.
Bennett takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
Maksim takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Bennett is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Maksim is surviving well by controlling Bennett's body position as best he can.
Bennett controlling the pace for now.
Maksim is bucking up trying to escape but Bennett cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Bennett controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Bennett is landing with some decent strikes but Maksim is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Maksim tries to lock up and control but Bennett gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Bennett looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Bennett raining down hammerfists from mount.
Bennett looking to control and managing it successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Bennett cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #T4#
Bennett takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Bennett with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Bennett takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bennett is landing with some decent strikes but Maksim is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bennett sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Maksim in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Bennett 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##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Bennett jumps into guard, dragging Maksim to the mat.
Bennett wants to get back to his feet but Maksim is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Bennett on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bennett tries to get out of the position.
Bennett preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bennett 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.
Bennett wants to sweep but no luck.
Bennett wants to stand up but Maksim is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maksim trying to control the position from guard on top but Bennett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maksim won't allow Bennett to get back to his feet. #T1##SUB#
Bennett looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Maksim missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Maksim wants to pass the guard but Bennett is keeping the position.
Bennett wants to sweep but no luck.
Maksim trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Maksim trying to control the position from guard on top but Bennett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maksim slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Bennett clinches with his opponent. #T2##TD#
Bennett is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Maksim can't fight it off and eventually Bennett manages to take the fight to the floor. Maksim looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Bennett postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Bennett working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Maksim's head.
Bennett is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bennett lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Bennett prevents Maksim from getting back to his feet.
Bennett scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Maksim is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bennett pushing down on Maksim's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bennett seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hiroto Maksim has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bennett continues to hold on tight.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ground and pound from Bennett.
Bennett perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Nice strikes from Bennett there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Bennett 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.
Bennett is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.

And that's the end of the fight!
Thomas Bennett showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bennett 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:26
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:26
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Bennett!
A less than humble Thomas Bennett misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 15, 2025

#R1#
Gulati lands with a hook. Maksim tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT2#It looks like Hiroto Maksim has been cut.#CL#
Maksim moves into the clinch successfully.
Gulati pushes Maksim back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Maksim prevents Gulati from breaking the clinch.
Gulati is trying to break free.#BC2#
Gulati breaks from the clinch.
Gulati smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Gulati engages and cracks Maksim with a massive lead left hook - Maksim tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Gulati is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ranjay Gulati!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 12, 2025

#R1#
Bobas Neves darts in looking for a takedown but Kovalev gets double underhooks and turns Bobas Neves into the cage.
Kovalev drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Bobas Neves gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Kovalev goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bobas Neves prevents it.
Kovalev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Rolando Bobas Neves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gedeon Kovalev.
Stalling in the clinch from Bobas Neves. #TD#
Bobas Neves gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Bobas Neves content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bobas Neves missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bobas Neves tries to pass to full mount but Kovalev defends it. #T1#
Bobas Neves is thwarting Kovalev's attempts to control the position.
Bobas Neves trying to advance position but Kovalev counters by regaining guard. #SUB2#
Kovalev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bobas Neves defends it easily.
Bobas Neves throws a big elbow that misses.
Bobas Neves advances to half guard.
Kovalev wants to control but Bobas Neves is keeping busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bobas Neves sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kovalev defending well though.
Kovalev gets full guard.
Kovalev looking to control. #SU#
Bobas Neves stands up from Kovalev's guard - Bobas Neves perhaps looking for a knockout.
Kovalev takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kovalev throws a low kick but Bobas Neves moves out of range easily. #TD#
Bobas Neves closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T3#
Kovalev is letting Bobas Neves control him for a moment. #SUB#
Bobas Neves goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kovalev has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Bobas Neves but great work by Kovalev.
Bobas Neves trying to control but Kovalev flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Kovalev's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Bobas Neves turns into Kovalev and is now in his guard.
Kovalev keeping moving, preventing Bobas Neves from controlling successfully.
Kovalev will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Our spies down at at Cozad MMA St Petersburg inform us that Kovalev has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Bobas Neves trying to control the position from guard on top but Kovalev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Kovalev is trying to control the position but Bobas Neves postures up.
Bobas Neves trying to control but Kovalev is working from the bottom.
Kovalev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bobas Neves wants to pass the guard but Kovalev is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Kovalev has his foot on Bobas Neves's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bobas Neves works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kovalev trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Kovalev throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rolando Bobas Neves dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bobas Neves shoots in looking for a takedown. Kovalev tries to sprawl out of it but Bobas Neves keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kovalev manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Bobas Neves throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kovalev was covering up waiting for the punch and Bobas Neves finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bobas Neves trying to control the position from guard on top but Kovalev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bobas Neves trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kovalev's guard.#T1#
Kovalev trying to keep a closed guard but Bobas Neves is proving a slippery customer.
Kovalev tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Kovalev has his foot on Bobas Neves's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bobas Neves works his way back into a safe position though.
Kovalev is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Bobas Neves is refusing to be controlled, as Kovalev sits in half guard.
Bobas Neves works his way to full guard. Good work.#T2#
Bobas Neves working a defensive guard but Kovalev manages to pass into side control anyway.
Kovalev moves into full mount!
Bobas Neves is trying to escape the mount.
Kovalev landing punches.
Kovalev cracks Bobas Neves with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #SUB2#
Kovalev with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #T3#
Bobas Neves is working to get back to half guard.
Kovalev looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Kovalev working for a guillotine from mount but Bobas Neves is in no mood to give up.
Kovalev sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Kovalev has control of Bobas Neves's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Bobas Neves regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Bobas Neves sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kovalev not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gedeon Kovalev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Bobas Neves tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kovalev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bobas Neves stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bobas Neves wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Bobas Neves closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bobas Neves tries to pull guard but Kovalev forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A short right from Kovalev. #BC#
Bobas Neves's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kovalev closes the distance and clinches up with Bobas Neves, looking for a takedown. Kovalev pushes Bobas Neves against the cage but Bobas Neves circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kovalev shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bobas Neves sprawls well. Bobas Neves wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kovalev gets slowly back to his feet.
Bobas Neves is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rolando Bobas Neves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gedeon Kovalev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Kovalev gets tackled into the cage by Bobas Neves. Bobas Neves maintains the clinch. #T1#
Bobas Neves drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kovalev pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kovalev slaps away a takedown attempt from Bobas Neves, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Kovalev tries to sprawl but Bobas Neves drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Kovalev manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Bobas Neves keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #BC#
Bobas Neves breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Bobas Neves gets a clinch.
Bobas Neves is struggling to control the position.
Bobas Neves is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kovalev to keep the fight standing.#T2##TD2#
Kovalev jumps guard and drags Bobas Neves to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Kovalev escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bobas Neves gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kovalev holds on and takes a little breather.
Bobas Neves preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Kovalev working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bobas Neves doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bobas Neves manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bobas Neves won't allow Kovalev to sweep him here. #T3#
Bobas Neves postures up. #SU#
Kovalev is working an open guard so Bobas Neves takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Kovalev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nice body kick there by Bobas Neves.
Bobas Neves keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kovalev keeps the fight on the outside.
The crowd cheers as Bobas Neves lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kovalev doesn't seem phased though.#T4#
Bobas Neves fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Kovalev counters by moving into the clinch.
Bobas Neves really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kovalev taking a breather.#BC#
Bobas Neves pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kovalev avoids the head kick by Bobas Neves.
Kovalev is looking for the big counter here.
No luck for Kovalev with that takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bobas Neves throws a head kick but Kovalev moves out of range. #CL2#
Kovalev closes the distance and clinches.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Rolando Bobas Neves.
I think Bobas Neves has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 29:29
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Rolando Bobas Neves!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 02, 2025

#R1##TD#
Gusev shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Runner napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB#
Gusev is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Runner has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gusev working the ground and pound but Runner is defending the strikes.
Runner tries to improve position but can't.
Gusev 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.
Runner is trying to control Gusev's posture but Gusev avoids it.
Gusev cracks Runner with a big right hand but Runner just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Gusev controlling the position from side mount.
Runner is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gusev working away.
Gusev lands some shots froms side control.#T1#
Check out the look on Gusev's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Gusev working the head and body with strikes. #ROC#Runner is rocked!
Gusev scoring with punches from side control.
Runner is still in real trouble! Can Gusev finish him?
A big shot lands for Gusev! That's hurt Runner! Will he recover? Gusev fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gavriil Gusev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 02, 2025

#R1#
Graves misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Novikov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Novikov scores with a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Novikov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Graves regains guard immediately.
Graves knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Novikov on the ground.
Novikov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Graves looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Novikov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Graves tries to kick Novikov off but Novikov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Novikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Novikov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Graves with the active half guard here but Novikov passes nicely into side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Graves might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Novikov lands a few punches from side control.
Novikov taking a breather here.
Novikov scoring with punches and elbows.
Novikov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Graves's shoulder. That is not cool.
Graves tries to improve position but can't.
Graves is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Novikov is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Novikov controlling from the full mount. #T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Novikov looking to secure an arm triangle but Graves defends it well. #T3#
Novikov controlling his opponent.
Novikov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Novikov unloading with bombs!
A nice elbow there by Novikov.
Novikov with shots to the head and body - Graves looks very uncomfortable down there.
Graves working to try and regain half guard.
Novikov controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Novikov dominating with strikes here.
Novikov with good strikes from the mount here!
Graves tries to reverse the position but Novikov maintains control.
Novikov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Graves hang on?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Novikov controlling from mount.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Novikov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Graves looks a forlorn figure. #ROC2#Graves is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ipatiy Novikov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Novikov dives in and scores a takedown into Graves's guard.
Novikov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Novikov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Novikov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Novikov advances to half guard. #T1#
Novikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Novikov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Novikov lands a couple of good shots and Graves has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
What can Graves do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight! #T2#
Novikov is not going to allow Graves to sit and survive in this position.
Novikov has good solid back control here.
Graves trying to control the hands but Novikov won't let him. #T3#
Can Graves hold on?! Novikov is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Graves trying to control but not successfully.
Graves could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Novikov cracks Graves with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Graves from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Novikov really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Graves.
Novikov lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Graves. #T4#
Novikov is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Novikov is not going to allow Graves to sit and survive in this position.
Novikov controlling the position well here. Graves rolled but Novikov kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Novikov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Graves rolls, trying to escape but Novikov keeps control of the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ipatiy Novikov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD2#
Novikov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Graves striking from his own guard.
Novikov passes Graves's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Novikov working the head and body with strikes.
Graves trying to hold on to Novikov's head to control him but Novikov postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Graves is wriggling around trying to escape. #T1#
Novikov unloading with bombs!
Novikov looking to control and managing it successfully.
More stalling from Novikov.#SUB2#
Novikov is working for a guillotine from mount but Graves frees his head quite easily. #T2#
Novikov controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Novikov with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Ipatiy Novikov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Novikov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Graves can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Novikov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Novikov is continuing to stall.#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.
Let's hope that Novikov 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Novikov lands a couple of good shots and Graves has given up his back, trying to escape the position!

And that's the end of the fight!
Ipatiy Novikov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Novikov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 24:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 24:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ipatiy Novikov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 02, 2025

#R1##TD#
Kovalev gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Quinn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kovalev is keeping the position for now.
Quinn throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Quinn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kovalev is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Kovalev is looking to cinch up a triangle. Quinn throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Kovalev's body to avoid the submission. Kovalev has instead reached around Quinn's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Kovalev arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gedeon Kovalev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 19, 2025

#R1#
Gusev misses with the combination.
Gabriel swinging wildly here. #TD2#
Gusev gets the takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gabriel parries the strikes from Gusev easily there. Gusev is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Gabriel to escape.
Gabriel is trying to escape the position but Gusev is controlling the position.
Gusev working the head with strikes.
Gusev misses with the ground and pound.
Gusev in side control, throwing shots but Gabriel defends.
Gusev lands a decent elbow from side control.
Gabriel seems a little lost for a moment, as Gusev dominates the positioning.
Gusev working the head with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Gabriel's face as Gusev controls the position.
Gusev has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Gabriel knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gusev on the ground.
Gusev misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Gusev lands a decent elbow from side control.
Gabriel is being controlled here.
Gusev scoring with punches and elbows.
Gusev lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Gabriel down.
Gusev working the head with strikes.
Gusev is putting a hurting on Gabriel here, landing some big shots from side control. #T2#
Gabriel on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Gabriel is breathing heavily.
Gusev working the ground and pound from side control.
Gabriel avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Gusev.
Gabriel is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Gusev is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Gabriel is working to avoid the ground and pound but Gusev connects with a decent elbow. #T3#
Sloppy strikes there by Gusev.
Gusev working the head and body with strikes.
Gusev scores with punches from side control.
Gusev is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Gabriel's shoulder. That is not cool.
Gusev working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Gusev working the ground and pound.
Gusev in side control lands a decent elbow.
Gusev is putting a hurting on Gabriel here, landing some big shots from side control.
Gusev lands a strong strike to the head of Gabriel. That's dazed him! Gusev looking to finish here. Gabriel is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Gusev lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gavriil Gusev!
The defeated Joao Gabriel had this to say: 'Eu vou voltar melhor. Só tenho isso a dizer.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 19, 2025

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Novikov or perhaps it was just good defense by Susurkaev, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Novikov gets the takedown into side control.
Novikov working the ground and pound. #SU2#
Novikov decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Susurkaev tries to clinch there but Novikov circles away.
Susurkaev goes for a double leg but Novikov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Novikov continues to drive forward.
Novikov tries to land knees in the clinch but Susurkaev avoids the damage to the body. #TD2#
Novikov has hold of one of Susurkaev's legs. Susurkaev is fighting the takedown attempt but Novikov gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Novikov is standing up over Susurkaev. Susurkaev looks to escape but Novikov dives into side control. #REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Susurkaev is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Novikov just content to control the position.
Susurkaev is looking to regain half guard here but Novikov keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Novikov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Susurkaev manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Novikov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Novikov is trying to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB#
Susurkaev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Novikov sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Novikov is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Novikov wants to control but Susurkaev is keeping busy.
Novikov wants to get back to full guard.
Susurkaev trying to pass the guard but Novikov defending well. #T3#
Novikov is trying to get back to full guard.
Novikov manages to get to full guard.
Novikov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Novikov has Susurkaev pulled in close to control his posture.
Novikov keeping moving, preventing Susurkaev from controlling successfully.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Novikov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Novikov has his hands on Susurkaev's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Novikov closes the distance and clinches up with Susurkaev, looking for a takedown. Novikov pushes Susurkaev against the cage but Susurkaev circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Susurkaev misses with a body punch
and Susurkaev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Susurkaev crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Novikov - the referee stops the clock and Susurkaev gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Novikov. Susurkaev manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#TD2#
Novikov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Susurkaev's guard.
Novikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Novikov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Susurkaev wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ipatiy Novikov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Novikov.
Susurkaev seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kaisangur Susurkaev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Novikov tries for a takedown but Susurkaev circles away easily#CL#
and Susurkaev counters by clinching up.
Susurkaev tries to circle away but Novikov has him pinned against the cage.
Susurkaev is looking to control Novikov's arms but Novikov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Susurkaev has his back to the cage.
Susurkaev tries to pull guard but Novikov holds him up against the cage and eventually Susurkaev drops back down to his feet.
Novikov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Novikov breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Novikov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Susurkaev circles away.
Kaisangur Susurkaev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ipatiy Novikov.
Novikov shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Susurkaev eats them both and turns towards Novikov to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
A head kick misses from Susurkaev.
A head kick misses from Susurkaev. #T1#
Susurkaev wants to clinch.#TD2#
Novikov scores with a takedown into Susurkaev's guard.#ES#
Susurkaev pushes Novikov off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL2#
Novikov instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Novikov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Susurkaev shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Novikov pinned against the cage. Novikov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
Novikov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Susurkaev defends well and Novikov ends up having to push Susurkaev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Susurkaev gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Novikov. #BC2#
Novikov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Good work by Novikov as he checks the leg kick.
Novikov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Novikov leaves Susurkaev with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T3#
Novikov throws a head kick but Susurkaev moves out of range. #TD#
Novikov gets caught flat footed, as Susurkaev shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Novikov trying to control the position here.
Susurkaev trying to control but Novikov is working from the bottom.
Susurkaev stopping the sweep attempt from Novikov.#T4#
Novikov controlling the position.
Novikov working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Susurkaev tries to clinch but Novikov is having none of it.
Novikov looks to land a combination. Susurkaev sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Novikov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Novikov fails with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ipatiy Novikov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Susurkaev avoids the head kick by Novikov. #CL2#
Novikov gets a clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Novikov scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD2#
Novikov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Susurkaev can't fight it off and eventually Novikov manages to take the fight to the floor. Susurkaev looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Susurkaev controls Novikov momentarily but Novikov frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Susurkaev has momentary wrist control but Novikov slips an elbow through the middle.
Novikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Susurkaev is retaining full guard.
Susurkaev is trying to control the position but Novikov postures up. #T1##SUB#
Susurkaev is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Novikov defends well.
Novikov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Susurkaev is trying to keep Novikov in close.
Novikov stays in close to Susurkaev's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Novikov clinches up with Susurkaev and pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Novikov can't get the takedown. #TD#
Susurkaev has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Novikov regains guard immediately.
Novikov seems keen to control Susurkaev's posture.
Susurkaev won't allow Novikov to sweep him here.
Susurkaev has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Novikov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SU#
Novikov is working an open guard so Susurkaev takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#CL2#
Novikov moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Novikov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Susurkaev uses from the top position.
Susurkaev not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Susurkaev pushing down on Novikov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Novikov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Susurkaev jumps into side control!
The strikes coming from Susurkaev are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Novikov struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Susurkaev goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Novikov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Susurkaev but great work by Novikov.
Susurkaev tries to bench press Novikov off him but Novikov keeps the position.
Novikov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Susurkaev down.
Susurkaev seems a little lost for a moment, as Novikov dominates the positioning.
Novikov trying to control the action but Susurkaev is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ipatiy Novikov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Novikov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ipatiy Novikov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 19, 2025

#R1#
No luck for Kovalev with that takedown attempt. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kovalev enables Mursurkaev to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kovalev manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Mursurkaev tries to free his leg and advance position but Kovalev is retaining full guard.
Kovalev controls Mursurkaev momentarily but Mursurkaev frees himself. #ES2#
Kovalev scrambles and gets back to his feet. #TD#
Mursurkaev bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovalev can't do much from the bottom here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kovalev tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
A lull in the action here.
Kovalev can't do much from the bottom here.
Kovalev tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Kovalev's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Mursurkaev is looking to take a break and control but Kovalev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mursurkaev controlling the position from side mount.
Kovalev holding on.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kovalev fails with the takedown.#TD#
Mursurkaev drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#T3#
Mursurkaev seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kovalev not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mursurkaev trying to control but Kovalev is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mursurkaev is sitting in close to Kovalev's body. Kovalev has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Mursurkaev is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Mursurkaev is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Kovalev.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gedeon Kovalev!

Event: RRFC Challengers 3
Date: Aug 09, 2019

#R1#
McCrae throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Johnson's waist but Johnson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McCrae off to one side. #TD#
Johnson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. McCrae tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Johnson is in McCrae's guard.#SUB2#
McCrae looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
McCrae looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Johnson is defending well. McCrae quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Johnson has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! McCrae celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Darius McCrae!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 09, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Hunt moves into range and clinches up with Hatfield.
Hatfield tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hunt smiles and moves away. #CL#
Hatfield clinches. #BC2#
Hunt breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hunt fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hatfield throws a big counter combination but Hunt scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Mike Hunt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hunt explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Hunt lands with a right hand. #CL2#
Hunt moves into range and clinches up with Hatfield.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Hunt decides to pull guard. #SU#
Hatfield gets to his feet - Hunt follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Hunt darts in and clinches Hatfield up against the cage.
Hatfield effectively controlling the action here.#T1#
Hatfield misses with the head strike.
Hatfield has Hunt pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hunt manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hunt lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hatfield really is a fat lump.
Hatfield landing knees to the body.
Hunt lands a left hand.
Hunt on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Hunt tries to pull guard but Hatfield won't allow it. #TD#
Hatfield decides to pull guard. #ES#
Hatfield scrambles and gets back to his feet. #CL#
Hatfield clinches up with Hunt and pushes him back against the cage.
Hatfield is pushing Hunt up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC2#
Hunt breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Some wild striking there from Hunt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Hunt shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Hunt trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hunt wants to stand but Hatfield has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Hatfield might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hunt trying to control but Hatfield is working from the bottom.
Hatfield working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Hunt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hatfield swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hunt trying to control but Hatfield is working from the bottom.
Hatfield is trying to keep Hunt in close.
Hunt would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hatfield tries to clinch up.
Hunt throws a right and a left that Hatfield avoids nicely. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
Hatfield shoots in and bounces Hunt off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Hunt working for a triangle but Hatfield defends it easily.
Hunt is adopting a defensive guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hatfield accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Hunt 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#
Hunt closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hatfield circles away.
Hatfield throws a big counter combination but Hunt scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Hunt bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Hatfield takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Hatfield can't do much from the bottom here.
Hatfield tries to buck Hunt off but Hunt is having none of it.#SU2#
Hunt stands up and beckons Hatfield to his feet.
Hunt fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hatfield avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield avoids the head kick by Hunt.
Hunt keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Hatfield doesn't manage to clinch there - Hunt circles away.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hunt but Hunt pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And Hunt tries to counter it with a takedown but Hatfield pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hatfield or perhaps it was just good defense by Hunt, which made it look bad.
Hunt circles away from the clinch attempt.
And Hunt tries to counter it with a takedown but Hatfield pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hunt darts in looking for a takedown but Hatfield gets double underhooks and turns Hunt into the cage.
Royce Hatfield has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike Hunt.#CL#
Hatfield fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hunt, pushing him back against the cage.
Hatfield has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hunt avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hatfield has a couple of punches blocked by Hunt.
Hatfield wants to break free but Hunt has control. #TD2#
Hunt manages to pull guard.
Hatfield wanted to stand there but Hunt had control of the position. #T2#
Hunt is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hunt throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Hatfield won't allow Hunt to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hatfield drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hatfield jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T3##SUB2#
Hunt working for a triangle but Hatfield defends it easily. #SU#
Hatfield decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Hunt, up you get!
Royce Hatfield is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hatfield tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hatfield tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hunt throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Hunt moves into the clinch.#T4#
Hatfield fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Hatfield prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hunt is breathing heavily.
Hatfield with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Hatfield jumps guard but Hunt turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Hunt prevents the takedown attempt. #TD2#
Hunt has picked Hatfield up - he's going for a ride! Hunt dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB2#
Hunt is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hatfield has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hatfield trying to hold on to Hunt's head to control him but Hunt postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hatfield avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hunt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Hunt showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hatfield tries to clinch up.
Hunt throws a counter combo.#CL#
Hatfield gets a clinch.
Hunt has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hatfield looking to stall.
Hatfield tries to land knees in the clinch but Hunt avoids the damage to the body.
Hatfield pushes Hunt back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Hatfield obliges.
Hatfield is trying to maintain a safe position but Hunt gets an underhook and turns Hatfield into the cage.
Hatfield has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hunt is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hunt is trying to pull guard but Hatfield turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield unloads a knee to the mid-section. Hunt lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Hatfield is trying to break the clinch but Hunt is controlling him.
A body shot lands from Hunt. #TD2#
Hunt jumps into guard, dragging Hatfield to the mat.
Hunt avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Hatfield stands up over Hunt, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Hatfield has gone for a leg lock! Hunt slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hatfield's guard.#REVB#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hunt trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hatfield looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hatfield is looking to stand up but Hunt isn't so interested in that idea.
Hunt postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hunt tries to free his leg and advance position but Hatfield is retaining full guard.
Hatfield not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SU2#
Hunt gets to his feet. Hatfield looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Hatfield fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hunt looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.#CL2#
Hunt clinches with his opponent.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Hunt. #CUT2#
It looks like Royce Hatfield has been cut.
Hunt is trying to drag Hatfield to the mat but Hatfield just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
Hunt pulls guard successfully. #T3#
Hatfield trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Hatfield drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hunt manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hatfield has Hunt in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Hatfield is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hunt is aware though and is defending well.
Hunt controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hatfield is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hatfield keeping moving, preventing Hunt from controlling successfully.
Mike Hunt has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hunt distracts Hatfield with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Hunt pushing down on Hatfield's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Hunt is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hatfield defends it well. #SUB2#
Hunt is looking for a kimura here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Hunt comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Hunt 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Hunt!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 09, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Johnson moves into range and clinches up with Wong.#TD#
Wong has picked Johnson up - he's going for a ride! Wong dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#ES2#
Johnson has one foot on Wong's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Wong dives in for a single leg takedown but Johnson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice sprawl there from Johnson as Wong shoots in.
Johnson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Wong's waist but Wong gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Johnson off to one side.
Wong tries to counter with a takedown but Johnson is quick to defend against it.
Johnson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Wong swivels and escapes.
Isreal Wong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Long Johnson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Johnson fails with the takedown
and Wong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Johnson cracks a nice hook into Wong's ribs.
Wong slaps away a takedown attempt from Johnson, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
Wong on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CUT2#
It looks like Isreal Wong has been cut.
Johnson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Wong.
Johnson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A punch combination from Johnson misses.
Wong appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Johnson has closed the distance and engaged Wong in a clinch.
Wong looking for a takedown.
Wong tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Johnson smiles and moves away.
Johnson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2#
Johnson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Johnson.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Wong.
Johnson throws a counter combo.
Johnson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wong paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Johnson fails with the takedown.
Wong doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Johnson counters with a two punch combo. #T3#
Johnson leaves Wong with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Wong shoots for a double leg takedown but Johnson sprawls well. He's pushed Wong's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Johnson closes the distance and clinches up with Wong, looking for a takedown. Johnson pushes Wong against the cage but Wong circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Johnson shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Johnson pushes Wong up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Johnson pulls guard effortlessly.
Johnson has a closed guard, preventing Wong from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Johnson seems keen to control Wong's posture.#SU#
Wong stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Long Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Johnson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Wong tries to stall but Johnson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Wong is pressed up against the cage. Johnson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Wong down to the mat. Wong avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Johnson misses with a head kick.
It looked like Wong was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Johnson.#CL2#
Wong gets tackled into the cage by Johnson. Johnson maintains the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Long Johnson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Isreal Wong's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Wong misses with a takedown attempt
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
Isreal Wong is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wong displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Johnson.
Johnson dives in and grabs Wong's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wong pushes down on Johnson's head and hops out.
Johnson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Wong shoots for a double leg takedown but Johnson sprawls well. He's pushed Wong's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Johnson gets tackled into the cage by Wong. Wong maintains the clinch.
Wong has Johnson pressed against the cage.
Johnson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Johnson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Wong.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Isreal Wong. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Johnson looking to stall. #T1#
Wong has Johnson pressed against the cage, preventing Johnson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wong.
Wong is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Johnson is defending well.
Wong looking for a takedown.
Johnson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Wong pulls his leg out and moves away.
Johnson scores with a nice strike.
Wong moves in looking to clinch but Johnson pushes him off.
The fight stays on the outside here - Johnson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2##CL2#
Johnson darts in and clinches Wong up against the cage.
Johnson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Johnson wants to take the fight to the mat but Wong manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Johnson tries to break free but Wong pushes him back against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Wong is looking for a takedown.
Wong is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Johnson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Johnson can't get the takedown. #TD#
Wong works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #ES2#
Johnson is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Wong presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T3#
Wong fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD2#
Johnson gets control of Wong's arms and successfully pulls guard. Johnson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Wong might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#ES2#
Johnson pushes Wong off and gets back to his feet.
Wong stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Wong wants it to stay on the feet.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt.
Wong shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Johnson but Johnson pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T4##CL2#
Johnson clinches.
Johnson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Wong wants a takedown. #TD2#
Johnson pulls guard successfully.
Johnson pulls Wong in close to prevent any damage.
Let's hope that Johnson 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wong trying to stand up but can't free himself from Johnson's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Long Johnson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Isreal Wong's cut.
That's time! Wong's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Wong misses the jab.
Wong blocks a head kick by Johnson.
Wong went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Johnson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Wong defends well and Johnson ends up having to push Wong into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Johnson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Wong shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Johnson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wong avoids a kick to the body.
Johnson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Johnson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Wong defends it nicely.
Johnson is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T1#
No joy there for Johnson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wong will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Johnson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but Wong shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Isreal Wong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Long Johnson.
Johnson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
Wong closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Johnson manages to pull guard.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing Wong from controlling successfully. #T2#
Wong tries to stand but Johnson is controlling from the bottom.
Wong looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Wong working some strikes from top position.
Wong trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Johnson holds on and takes a little breather. #SU#
Wong decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL2#
Johnson has closed the distance and engaged Wong in a clinch.
Wong is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Wong tries for a takedown but Johnson manages to get underhooks.
Wong landing knees to the head.
Wong tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Johnson just stands there and leans against the cage.
Johnson is looking for a takedown.
Johnson is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T4#
Wong is pressed up against the cage. Johnson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Wong down to the mat. Wong avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Johnson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Johnson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Wong goes for a takedown attempt but Johnson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wong as he jumps to the side.
Wong could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#CL2#
Johnson moves into range and clinches up with Wong.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Johnson taking a breather.
Isreal Wong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Long Johnson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wong drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Johnson gets the underhooks and prevents it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Long Johnson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Johnson has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Long Johnson!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 09, 2019

#R1#
Herman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Myson is fending him off so far but Herman persists. Nope, Myson circles away and we're back to standing.
Myson is looking to clinch but Herman is avoiding it.
Myson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Herman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Myson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Herman tries to counter by clinching up but Myson breaks away and moves out of range.
Myson fails with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Herman has closed the distance and engaged Myson in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Myson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC2#
Myson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Myson darts in and clinches Herman up against the cage.#T1##BC2#
Myson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Myson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Herman working hard to break the clinch.
Myson tries to pull guard but Herman forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Myson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Joaquin Herman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tike Myson .
Herman has had enough of the clinch but Myson keeps him there for the moment.
A bit of stalling here from Herman.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Herman really is a fat lump.
Myson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Myson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Herman pulls his leg out and moves away.
Myson moves in looking to clinch but Herman pushes him off.
Herman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Myson .
No luck for Herman with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Myson throws a series of punches but Herman avoids them all with ease. #TD#
Herman gets a takedown into half guard.
Herman drops an elbow to the side of Myson 's head.
Myson trying to control but Herman postures up.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Myson tries to roll over but Herman keeps him under control.
Myson is looking to escape.#T3#
Herman is looking to take a break and control but Myson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Myson tries to kick Herman off but Herman keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Myson is trying to control but Herman passes into side control!
Myson tries to bench press Herman off him but Herman keeps the position. #SU#
Herman decides to stand back up. Herman steps back and let's Myson get back to his feet.#CL2#
Myson clinches. #BC2#
Myson breaks the clinch.
Myson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Herman is fending him off so far but Myson persists. Nope, Herman circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Myson has Herman up against the cage in a clinch. #T4#
Herman tries to break the clinch but Myson is controlling the position.
Myson tries for a takedown but Herman manages to get underhooks.
Myson looks winded!
Herman slowing the pace effectively.
Herman gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Myson .
Herman stalling in the clinch.
Myson being controlled against the cage.
Myson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Herman prevents it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Herman is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Herman just leaning against Myson , taking a breather. #BC#
Herman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Joaquin Herman will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Herman shoots for a takedown but Myson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Herman slaps away a takedown attempt from Myson , before circling back to the center of the mat.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Herman.
Myson tries to counter with a clinch but Herman shakes him off and moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Myson . Herman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice sprawl there from Herman as Myson shoots in.
Tike Myson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice takedown defense from Myson . No joy for Herman on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joaquin Herman. 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.#CL2#
Herman gets tackled into the cage by Myson . Myson maintains the clinch.
Myson avoiding damage as Herman throws knees to the body.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Myson as Herman tries to tie him up. #BC2#
Myson 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1##TD#
Herman manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Myson on his heels. He'll look to pass Myson 's guard now, I'm sure.
Herman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Myson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Herman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Myson working a defensive guard here.
Myson can't keep his opponent in guard - Herman advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Myson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Herman is working away from the top position though.
Herman prevents Myson from standing back up. #T2#
Myson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Myson looks like he's trying to stand up.
Herman is nestled in close to Myson , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Herman is nestled in close to Myson , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Herman lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Myson has hold of Herman's hands but Herman slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
Myson controlling the position well.
Herman prevents Myson from improving his position.
Myson is breathing heavily.
Myson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Herman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Herman lands strikes from half guard.
Herman is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Herman lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
Herman is thwarting Myson 's attempts to control the position.
Herman prevents Myson from improving his position.
Herman 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.
Myson trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Herman manages to pass to mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Myson gets back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joaquin Herman dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Herman shoots for a double leg takedown but Myson sprawls well. He's pushed Herman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Herman.
Myson unleashes a big counter combination but Herman bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Myson throws a head kick that half lands.
Myson scoring well with a low kick there.
A slapping body kick lands there for Myson .
Myson shoots and misses #CL#
and Herman counters by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Herman gets underhooks to prevent Myson 's takedown attempt.
Myson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Herman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Joaquin Herman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tike Myson .
Herman is trying to force a seperation but Myson has the dominant position.
Myson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Myson fails to pull guard. #T1#
Myson tries to pull guard but Herman won't allow it.
Myson has Herman pressed against the cage, preventing Herman from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Herman.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Herman slowing the pace effectively.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Herman.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Joaquin Herman.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Myson .
Myson misses with a few strikes there. #T2##CL#
Herman clinches.
Joaquin Herman has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Herman is trying to push Myson away but Myson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Herman is trying to push Myson away but Myson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Herman avoiding damage.
Myson wants a takedown but no success here.
Myson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Myson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Herman is defending well.
Herman stalling against the cage.
Myson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Herman displaying some good clinch control by pressing Myson up against the cage.#BC#
Herman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
Herman shoots in for a double leg but Myson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Myson steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Herman.
Myson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Myson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Herman tries to avoid it but Myson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Herman to the ground. Herman escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Myson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CL#
Herman forces Myson back against the cage and clinches.
Herman tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Myson avoids it.
Come on Herman - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Myson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Herman fights it off and pushes away nicely.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Myson . #T4##TD#
Herman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Myson quickly recovers to half guard.
Herman lands with a punch from half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice strikes from Herman there.
Herman slips a nice elbow through Myson 's hands, connecting with Myson 's forehead.
Myson throws a sloppy strike from the bottom. He's now off balance and Herman manages to pass to side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Herman scoring with punches and elbows.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joaquin Herman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Herman, 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joaquin Herman!

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