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Event:
OFC 257: Ingram vs Rockin
Date: Feb 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Kozlov throws a jab when Reis was well out of range.
And Reis tries to counter it with a takedown but Kozlov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kozlov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Reis moves away from the strike by Kozlov.
Kozlov throws a jab but it's blocked by Reis.
Reis moves out of range as Kozlov strikes.
And Reis tries to counter it with a takedown but Kozlov pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL2#
Reis moves into range and clinches up with Kozlov.
Reis goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kozlov prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reis is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kozlov to keep the fight standing.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Reis tries for a takedown. No joy.
I was talking to Kozlov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ruban Kozlov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julian Reis.
Reis wants a takedown but no success here.
Kozlov lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
Reis is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kozlov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Reis goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kozlov prevents it.
Kozlov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kozlov pushes Reis back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kozlov lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT#
It looks like Julian Reis has been cut.
Reis is trying to maintain a safe position but Kozlov gets an underhook and turns Reis into the cage.#BC#
Kozlov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kozlov throws the left hand but Reis avoids the punch easily.
Kozlov misses with a looping left.
Reis slips under a jab from Kozlov.
Reis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kozlov just misses with a punch to the body.
Reis defending well as Kozlov loads up on a big left hand.
Reis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kozlov throws out a loose jab but Reis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Reis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
Kozlov misses with a straight left.
Reis tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Reis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kozlov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kozlov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kozlov throws a big shot that misses.
Kozlov lands a jab to the nose.
Reis has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
A jab from Kozlov does it's job there.#T3#
Kozlov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kozlov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#CL#
Kozlov closes the distance and clinches.
Good body shot from Kozlov.
Kozlov misses with the head strike.
Reis has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kozlov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kozlov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Reis's elbow.
Reis tries to score a body lock takedown but Kozlov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kozlov tries to throw a body punch but Reis avoids it by throwing Kozlov back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kozlov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Kozlov breaks from the clinch.
Reis ducks under a wild hook from Kozlov.
Reis steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kozlov.
Kozlov misses with a straight right.
Kozlov loads up on a big right hand but Reis slips the punch.#T4#
A jab from Kozlov misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Reis.
Reis avoids the body shot from Kozlov.
Kozlov digs a good body shot into Reis's ribs.
Kozlov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kozlov throws a hook to the side of Reis's head but Reis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Reis tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kozlov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Reis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Reis feints the counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruban Kozlov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Julian Reis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Kozlov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Reis tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Reis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kozlov throws out the jab.
Kozlov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Reis.
Kozlov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Reis feints the counter takedown.
Kozlov misses with a looping left.
Reis slips a jab from Kozlov.
Reis tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kozlov throws out the jab.
Kozlov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Reis throws out a counter right but Kozlov avoids it with no problem.
Kozlov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Kozlov digs a good hook to Reis's body.
Reis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kozlov.
Kozlov looks to land a left hand but Reis moved out of range nicely.
Kozlov misses with a hook. Reis ducked under it nicely.
Reis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kozlov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Reis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And Reis tries to counter it with a takedown but Kozlov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ruban Kozlov is winning the standup battle so far.
Reis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kozlov.
#CL#
Reis gets tackled into the cage by Kozlov. Kozlov maintains the clinch.
Kozlov lands a left hand.
Kozlov stalling.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kozlov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#T2#
Reis drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kozlov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Kozlov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kozlov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Reis tries to score a body lock takedown but Kozlov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ruban Kozlov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julian Reis.
Kozlov misses with some punches.
Kozlov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Reis can do to turn this around?
Kozlov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Reis takes a shot to the head.
Kozlov lands a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Reis goes for a takedown attempt but Kozlov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kozlov misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Reis counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Reis is looking for submissions but instead, Kozlov has regained full guard.
Kozlov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've been informed that Reis has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T3#
Kozlov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kozlov advances to half guard.
Kozlov trying to control the pace.
Kozlov passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB#
Kozlov looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Kozlov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Reis is looking to escape.
Reis tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Kozlov landing strikes, looking to finish!
Kozlov lands a big shot there that rocks Reis but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Kozlov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Reis looks a forlorn figure.
Kozlov looking to control but Reis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kozlov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
BOOM! Kozlov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kozlov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Kozlov avoids the attempt from Reis to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruban Kozlov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Julian Reis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kozlov misses the jab.
Reis wants to counter the offense by Kozlov and move into the clinch position.
Kozlov throws a hook but Reis avoids it easily.
Reis changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kozlov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kozlov misses with a hook to the body
#TD2#
and Reis counters with a single leg into guard. Kozlov didn't expect that.
Kozlov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Reis is one step ahead there.
Kozlov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Reis on the ground.
Reis is looking to work some ground and pound but Kozlov has wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kozlov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kozlov, not yet. #SUB2#
Reis drops back looking for a leg! Kozlov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kozlov manages to kick Reis off! Reis jumps back into Kozlov's guard. #T1#
Kozlov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Kozlov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Reis defends well.
Kozlov 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.#SUB#
Kozlov is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Reis frees his head nicely. Oh but Kozlov has switched to an armbar! Reis is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Ruban Kozlov!
An out of breath Ruban Kozlov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
OFC 244: Parlay
Date: Dec 28, 2016 |
#R1#
Stanfield misses with a combination
#TD2#
and Reis counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Stanfield's coaches at MM eh Academy have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Reis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Stanfield defends it well.
Stanfield looks like he's trying to stand up.
Stanfield avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Reis.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Stanfield manages to escape and get back to his feet!
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Reis has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stanfield misses with a looping left.
Stanfield misses with a wild combination.
#T1#
Stanfield moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Marlo Stanfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stanfield swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Reis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marlo Stanfield is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Reis slips a jab and a cross from Stanfield.
Stanfield loads up on a big right hand but Reis slips the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stanfield. Reis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reis changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Stanfield comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Stanfield throws a combination. Reis tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT#
It looks like Julian Reis has been cut.#T2#
Stanfield throws a jab but it's blocked by Reis.
Reis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stanfield lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #ROC#
Reis is rocked!
Stanfield throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Reis counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Stanfield! #ES#
Stanfield bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Stanfield fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Stanfield looks to land a right hand but Reis moved out of range.
Stanfield closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T3#
Stanfield fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Reis is still on wobbly legs! Can Stanfield finish him?
Stanfield clobbers Reis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Stanfield misses with a double jab.
Stanfield sets himself, and Reis steps forward looking for the clinch! Stanfield avoids it this time.
Stanfield looks to score with a jab to the body but Reis is just out of range.
Reis feints the counter takedown.
Reis has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Stanfield finds it's way round the side to connect with Reis's head.
Stanfield scores with a punch to the head.
Stanfield misses with a two punch combination.
And Reis tries to counter it with a takedown but Stanfield pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Reis get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Reis stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Stanfield runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Marlo Stanfield!
Marlo Stanfield thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
WEC 17: Parker vs Smith 2
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#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.#TD#
Khali drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SU#
Khali stands up. #TD#
Khali shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khali tries to stand but can't do so whilst Reis controls his leg. #SUB2#
Reis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Khali pulls his head out easily. #T1##SUB2#
Reis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Khali pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Reis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Reis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Khali wants to stand but Reis has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #SUB2#
Reis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Reis is looking for a sweep. Khali is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Reis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Khali pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Reis manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Reis has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Khali can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Khali wants to get up but he can't break Reis's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Reis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Reis looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Khali is defending well. Reis quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Khali has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Reis celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Julian Reis!
A less than humble Julian Reis misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Brij Khali spoke after the fight, saying 'Dissapointed to Lose'.
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Event:
WEC 15: Darrow vs Evansen
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
#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.
Reis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Reis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McGregor misses with a straight right.
Reis with the counter takedown but McGregor avoids it easily.
Reis shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McGregor defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGregor misses with a body kick.
Reis changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1##TD2#
Reis 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.
Reis is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Reis passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Reis tries for a kimura but McGregor is defending well. #SUB2#
Reis wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by McGregor , who protects the arm well.
Reis in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
McGregor tries to escape but Reis is in control. #T2#
McGregor parries the strikes from Reis easily there. Reis is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable McGregor to escape.
#SUB2#
Reis thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Reis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, McGregor has escaped the position, nice work there.
Reis throws an elbow but McGregor slips to the side and avoids it well.#SUB2#
Reis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Reis swings around for an armbar but McGregor sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Reis's guard.
McGregor knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Reis on the ground.#T3#
Reis has a closed guard, preventing McGregor from standing up. #SU#
Reis is working an open guard so McGregor takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Reis takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McGregor lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Reis circles away quickly and effectively.
Reis misses with a takedown
and McGregor counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Reis shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and McGregor counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Julian Reis has been cut.
Conor McGregor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Julian Reis.#T4#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from McGregor . Reis shrugs it off though.
McGregor misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGregor misses with a two punch combination.
McGregor throws the left hand but Reis avoids the punch easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Conor McGregor dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Julian Reis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
That kick from McGregor tenderised Reis's leg. Reis is trying to keep his angry face on.
McGregor throws a lazy right hand but Reis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McGregor misses with a straight left.
McGregor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Reis can do to turn this around?
McGregor throws a leg kick but Reis checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGregor throws a right hand that Reis ducks under and follows up with a left that Reis also avoids with ease.
McGregor throws out a powerful jab.#T1#
McGregor moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
McGregor listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Reis tries to score a power double leg takedown but McGregor sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Reis somewhat.#T2#
Reis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McGregor .
Conor McGregor is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Reis dodges the punch combination from McGregor .
#T3#
McGregor with a nice cross.
McGregor throws a right and a left that Reis avoids nicely.
Reis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McGregor throws the left hand but Reis avoids the punch easily.
Reis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McGregor scores with a punch to the head.
McGregor misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Reis counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for McGregor ! #T4##SUB2#
Reis is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McGregor knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Reis swings around for an armbar but McGregor sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Reis's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGregor wants to get up but he can't break Reis's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Reis has his foot on McGregor 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McGregor works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Reis working for a triangle but McGregor defends it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Reis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Conor McGregor dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Julian Reis's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McGregor misses with a series of wild punches.
Reis feints the counter takedown.
McGregor connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Reis momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reis takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McGregor missing with a left hand there. Reis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Reis is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
McGregor throws a leg kick that misses.
Reis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGregor misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reis.
Reis shoots and misses
letting McGregor counter with a right hand. #CUT#
That has opened up Julian Reis's cut even more.
A swing and a miss from McGregor .#T2#
Reis blocks the body kick.
Reis feints the counter takedown.
McGregor takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McGregor throws a hook but Reis blocks it.
Reis feints the counter takedown.
McGregor lands with a right hand. #TD2#
Reis scores with a takedown into McGregor 's guard.#T3#
Reis throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McGregor works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Reis drops back looking for a leg! McGregor is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and McGregor manages to kick Reis off! Reis jumps back into McGregor 's guard. #SUB2#
Reis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Reis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Reis drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Reis jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Reis throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Reis is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McGregor is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Conor McGregor is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Reis sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed McGregor 's guard. #SUB2#
McGregor is defending against the submission attempts here by Reis.
Julian Reis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Reis has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Reis works his way into full mount!
McGregor on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if McGregor tries to get out of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Reis won't let McGregor get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Conor McGregor showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McGregor , 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Conor McGregor !
An out of breath Conor McGregor thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
WEC 13: Champion vs Champion
Date: Sep 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Leningrada jabs Reis right on the nose. Reis blinks but takes it well.
Blokada Leningrada seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Leningrada scores with a takedown into Reis's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Reis has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Leningrada has passed into side control.
Reis gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Reis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Leningrada pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Reis manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Leningrada wants to control from the top but Reis keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Reis is looking for a triangle but Leningrada pushes his legs off easily.
Our spies down at at Cozad MMA Tokyo inform us that Reis has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Leningrada got a little sloppy there for a moment and Reis has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Leningrada has managed to get both his arms back between Reis's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Reis wants to sweep here but Leningrada controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Reis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Leningrada gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Leningrada avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Leningrada pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Reis is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Reis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Reis has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Leningrada can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Leningrada trying to stand up but can't free himself from Reis's guard.#T2##SUB2#
Reis had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Leningrada defends it easily.#SUB2#
Reis looking for a guillotine here but Leningrada defends easily.
#SUB2#
Reis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Leningrada doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Reis is tightening it up a little... Leningrada has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Leningrada reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Leningrada taps out! Nice BJJ there by Reis!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Julian Reis!
Julian Reis tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
WEC 7: Vurny vs Tavares
Date: Aug 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Westbrook misses the shot to the body.
Reis feinted with a counter takedown.
Westbrook misses with a double jab
#TD#
and Reis counters with a single leg into guard. Westbrook didn't expect that.
Westbrook looking to hit a scissor sweep but Reis is one step ahead there.
Reis works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Westbrook is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Reis is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Reis has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Westbrook defend it? Reis steps over the head and cranks it - Westbrook is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Reis!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Julian Reis!
Julian Reis tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
WEC 5: La Grande vs Centura
Date: Jul 30, 2016 |
#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.#TD2#
Reis gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Reis seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Reis looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Levasseur slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Reis is looking for a sweep.
Reis is working hard here to advance position.
Levasseur working the head with strikes.
Reis tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Levasseur scores with punches from side control.
Reis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Levasseur wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Levasseur landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Levasseur creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Levasseur working the head with strikes.
Reis is trying to improve his position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reis is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T1#
Levasseur lands strikes from half guard.
Levasseur lands strikes from half guard.
Levasseur working over Reis with some ground and pound. Reis looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Reis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Levasseur 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.
#SUB#
Levasseur moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Reis.#SUB2#
Levasseur wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Reis, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Levasseur thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Reis is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Levasseur is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Reis knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Reis manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Levasseur wants to improve his position but Reis is controlling well.
Levasseur is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Reis is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Levasseur sees it coming and defends easily.
Levasseur has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Reis 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.
Levasseur moves into full guard.
#T3#
Levasseur looking to hit a scissor sweep but Reis is one step ahead there.
Levasseur lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Levasseur distracts Reis with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Reis keeping moving, preventing Levasseur from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Levasseur drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Levasseur jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Reis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Levasseur doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Levasseur manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Levasseur scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Reis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
My spies in Fight Factory inform me that Levasseur has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Levasseur works over Reis with some ground and pound from guard.
Reis keeping moving, preventing Levasseur from controlling successfully.
Levasseur is in close to Reis's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Reis looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Reis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Levasseur gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Levasseur controlling from the top position.
Levasseur working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Olivier Levasseur dominated that round.
That's time! Reis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Reis shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Levasseur is trying to defend but Reis finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Reis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Levasseur defends it well. #SUB2#
Levasseur is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Reis pulls his head out easily.
Levasseur controlling the position well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Reis is trying to work for a kimura but Levasseur is defending well.
#SUB#
Levasseur is defending against the submission attempts here by Reis.
#T1##SUB#
Reis wants to work for an arm triangle but Levasseur is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Levasseur works his way to full guard. Good work.
Levasseur working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Reis. #SUB2#
Levasseur throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Reis's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Levasseur lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Levasseur lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Levasseur postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Levasseur works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Reis moves into full guard.
Levasseur pushing down on Reis's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Levasseur drops an elbow to the side of Reis's head.
Levasseur lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Levasseur working Reis over with strikes.
Reis tries to roll over but Levasseur keeps him under control.
Levasseur working over Reis with some ground and pound. Reis looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Levasseur has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Levasseur is looking for a kimura but Reis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Levasseur to get the leverage.
Olivier Levasseur has got the better of the ground game so far.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Reis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Levasseur scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Reis wants to improve his position but Levasseur is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Reis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Levasseur advances to half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Levasseur lands a nice short elbow.
Reis wants to improve his position but Levasseur is controlling well.
Levasseur is nestled in close to Reis, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Levasseur looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Levasseur is pressing down on Reis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Reis is holding on for now.
Reis on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Levasseur working over Reis with some ground and pound. Reis looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Levasseur lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ROC2#
Reis is rocked!#SUB#
Reis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Oh Reis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Reis has hold of Levasseur's hands but Levasseur slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Levasseur is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Reis has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
Levasseur working over Reis with some ground and pound. Reis looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Levasseur is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Reis defends it well.
Levasseur lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Levasseur trying to control the action but Reis is working from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Levasseur seems content to control.
Reis seems to have got his legs back now.
Reis is looking for a sweep. Levasseur is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Reis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Levasseur pulls his head out easily.
Ground and pound from Levasseur.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Levasseur is working for a submission of some sort.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Levasseur passes to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Olivier Levasseur showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Reis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Reis looks for a takedown but Levasseur sprawls well.#TD#
Levasseur gets caught flat footed, as Reis shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Levasseur working a defensive guard here.
Levasseur 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.
Reis trying to control but Levasseur is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Reis has gone for a leg lock! Levasseur slips out almost immediately though and dives into Reis's guard.#REVB#
Levasseur working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Levasseur is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Levasseur controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Levasseur lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Reis looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Reis keeping moving, preventing Levasseur from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Reis looking for a guillotine here but Levasseur defends easily.
Levasseur with a nice head shot there.#T2##SUB#
Reis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Levasseur defends well.
Levasseur engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Levasseur working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Levasseur cracks Reis with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Reis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Levasseur is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Reis looking for a guillotine here but Levasseur defends easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Reis had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Levasseur defends it easily.
Levasseur lands a couple of digs.#T3##SUB#
Levasseur avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Levasseur is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Levasseur content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Levasseur postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Levasseur postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Levasseur with a nice head shot there.
Levasseur is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Levasseur is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Levasseur keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Reis's head.#SUB#
Reis is looking for a triangle but Levasseur pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Reis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Levasseur landing with the ground and pound. #T4##SUB2#
Levasseur is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Levasseur lands a couple of digs.
Levasseur is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Olivier Levasseur is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Levasseur trying to control the position from guard on top but Reis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Julian Reis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Reis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Levasseur gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Levasseur lands a couple of digs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Levasseur with a nice head shot there.
Levasseur's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Reis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Levasseur defends well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Olivier Levasseur comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Levasseur 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Olivier Levasseur!
After winning the bout, Olivier Levasseur thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Prestige Fight Night 9
Date: Apr 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Specter throws a jab but it's blocked by Reis.
Reis drops down looking for a counter takedown but Specter sprawls and moves away.
Specter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Harvey Specter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Specter moves into range and clinches up with Reis.#TD2#
Reis is fighting off a takedown attempt but Specter is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Reis to the mat. Reis regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Specter trying to control the position from guard on top but Reis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Specter advances to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Reis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Specter winds up and cracks Reis with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Specter scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Specter is nestled in close to Reis, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Reis tries to roll over but Specter keeps him under control.
Reis moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1#
Specter is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Reis working for a triangle but Specter defends it easily.
Reis bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Specter's guard. #REVR#
Reis stopping the sweep attempt from Specter.
Reis looking to pass the guard.
Reis wants to control from the top but Specter keeps moving. #SUB#
Reis postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Specter is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Reis, into his guard. #REVB#
Specter passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.#T2##SUB2#
Specter is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Specter is working for a kimura but Reis is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Reis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Reis's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Reis tries to get to full guard but Specter has control of the leg.
Specter takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3#
Specter prevents Reis from improving his position.#SUB#
Reis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Specter working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Reis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Reis wants to improve his position but Specter is controlling well.
#SUB#
Reis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Specter working the head and body with strikes.
Specter wants to lay and pray for a moment but Reis keeps working.
Specter working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
Specter seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Reis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
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. Specter connects with a nice short shot to Reis's temple.
Specter lands with a punch from half guard.
Specter working the head and body with strikes.
Specter looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Reis is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Reis actively working from the bottom here.
Specter is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Specter is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Specter trying to control from half guard but Reis is working away.
Specter is taking a breather. Reis says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harvey Specter dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Specter pushes Reis up against the ropes in a clinch.
Specter lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Reis goes for a takedown in the clinch but Specter prevents it.
Specter trying to stall but Reis improves his position.
Reis is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Specter pushes Reis back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Specter gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Reis.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Julian Reis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A right handed body shot lands from Specter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reis tries for a takedown but Specter manages to get underhooks.
Specter gets underhooks to prevent Reis's takedown attempt.
Specter lands a right hand that snaps the head of Reis backwards.
Specter throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Reiss head.
Reis tries for a takedown but Specter manages to get underhooks.
#T1#
Reis has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Specter avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Specter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Reis changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Specter fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Specter.
Reis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Specter cracks Reis with a right hand to the side of the head.
Specter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Reis changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Specter is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Reis's half guard.#SUB#
Reis looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Specter lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
Specter lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Reis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Specter drops an elbow to the side of Reis's head.
Ground and pound from Specter.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reis is trying to get back to full guard.
Reis is in trouble now - Specter has advanced to mount!
Specter is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Reis can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
#ROC2#
Reis is rocked!
Reis regains half guard.#SUB#
Reis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Specter with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Specter looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Reis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Specter pulls his head out easily.
Specter scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Specter seems to be looking for submissions.
Specter works his foot free and advances to mount.
Reis can't escape the position.
Specter controlling from mount.
Specter is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Reis can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
#T4#
Specter punishing his opponent with strikes.
Oh Reis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Reis wants to hold on but Specter pushes him away.
Reis really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Specter has his opponent pinned against the ropes, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Reis's face.
Reis is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Specter loads up with a big shot that hurts Reis! He's pulled Specter in close but Specter has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Reis survive? More strikes from Specter and Reis is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Harvey Specter!
Harvey Specter decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Prestige FC 58: London 5
Date: Mar 31, 2016 |
#R1#
Trasseli lands a high kick!
#CUT2#
It looks like Julian Reis has been cut.
Trasseli throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Reis changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Reis tries to score a power double leg takedown but Trasseli sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Reis somewhat.
Reis fails to land the takedown.
Trasseli throws a body shot but no joy.
Reis half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Trasseli throws a half hearted mid kick.
Reis definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trasseli looks for the body kick but Reis saw that one coming.
Reis tries to counter by clinching up but Trasseli breaks away and moves out of range.
Reis moves out of range as Trasseli strikes.
Reis moves out of range of the strikes.
Trasseli misses with a combination
#TD#
and Reis counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Trasseli throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Pena Trasseli is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Trasseli looks winded!#T1#
Trasseli connects with a single shot there.
Trasseli misses with a leg kick.
Trasseli lands with a nice body punch.
Trasseli throws a hook but Reis blocks it.
Reis drops down looking for a counter takedown but Trasseli sprawls and moves away.
Trasseli throws a leg kick but Reis checks it.
Reis half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Reis walks into a straight right hand from Trasseli.
Trasseli looks to land a combination but Reis avoids it well. #TD#
Reis manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Trasseli on his heels. He'll look to pass Trasseli's guard now, I'm sure.
Reis is standing up over Trasseli. Trasseli looks to escape but Reis dives into side control.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#REVB##SUB#
Reis wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Trasseli, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Reis swings around for an armbar but Trasseli sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Reis's guard.#SUB#
Reis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Trasseli defends well.#SUB#
Reis looking for a triangle here. Trasseli is fighting it but it looks tight! Reis pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Trasseli is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Julian Reis!
Julian Reis was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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