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Event:
CEFC 205
Date: Jul 30, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Hermansson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Still in the clinch, McGee scores with a nice short uppercut.
Hermansson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McGee gets the underhooks and prevents it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGee.
McGee goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#TD#
Hermansson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Hermansson preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
McGee working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hermansson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hermansson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
McGee has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hermansson has passed into side control.
#T1#
McGee is trying to improve his position.
McGee manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hermansson's best efforts.
McGee is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGee wants to get back to full guard but Hermansson has mounted him!#SU#
Hermansson stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.#T2##CL#
McGee tries to keep at a distance but Hermansson has taken the fight into the clinch.
McGee misses with a punch to the body.
McGee misses with some punches.
McGee tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGee goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McGee misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hermansson tries for a takedown but McGee manages to get underhooks.
McGee misses with a body punch.
McGee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hermansson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jan Olov Hermansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McGee goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McGee misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
McGee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGee pushes Hermansson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hermansson blocking some punches.
#TD#
McGee is fighting off a takedown attempt but Hermansson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip McGee to the mat. McGee regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
McGee pulls Hermansson in close to prevent any damage. #SU#
Hermansson gets to his feet. McGee looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL#
Hermansson closes the distance and clinches.
McGee throws a head punch that misses.
McGee lands a right hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hermansson.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McGee. #T4#
McGee tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from McGee fails to land.
McGee scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McGee can't find room to land a body shot as Hermansson controls the action.
McGee misses with a punch to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hermansson goes for a takedown in the clinch but McGee prevents it.
Hermansson prevents a body shot from McGee.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hermansson.
McGee lands a nice shot to the body.
McGee misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bonerz McGee will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
McGee connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McGee lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL#
Hermansson moves into range and clinches up with McGee.
McGee struggles to land a body shot inside as Hermansson controls his hands.
McGee swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McGee has a couple of punches blocked by Hermansson.
McGee tries to throw a body punch but Hermansson avoids it by throwing McGee back against the cage.
McGee swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hermansson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. McGee gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hermansson blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGee lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hermansson backwards.
McGee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonerz McGee seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
McGee can't find room to land a body shot as Hermansson controls the action.
McGee tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hermansson's elbow. #T1#
McGee struggles to land a body shot inside as Hermansson controls his hands.
McGee tries a body shot but Hermansson blocks it.
McGee throws a punch but it's blocked by Hermansson.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGee.
McGee prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hermansson blocking some punches.
McGee tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGee lands an uppercut.
McGee working aggressively here.
McGee gets through Hermansson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
McGee misses with a punch on the inside.
McGee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hermansson goes for a takedown in the clinch but McGee prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jan Olov Hermansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hermansson prevents a body shot from McGee.
McGee scores with a shot to the side of Hermansson's head.
Hermansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but McGee is defending well.
McGee misses with the head strike.
McGee working aggressively here.
McGee misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGee struggles to land a body shot inside as Hermansson controls his hands.
#T3#
Nice body punch from McGee.
Hermansson prevents a body shot from McGee.
McGee misses with some punches.
McGee throws a punch but it's blocked by Hermansson.
McGee throws a punch but it's blocked by Hermansson.
McGee tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hermansson's elbow.
McGee stops a takedown attempt from Hermansson.
A head punch on the inside from McGee fails to land.
Hermansson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hermansson tries to score a body lock takedown but McGee shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
McGee scores with a shot to the side of Hermansson's head.
Hermansson can't get the takedown.
#T4#
Hermansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McGee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hermansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McGee lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC2#
Hermansson is rocked!
A head punch on the inside from McGee fails to land.
Oh Hermansson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hermansson.
McGee lands a hook that snaps the head of Hermansson backwards.
McGee lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hermansson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGee.
Hermansson blocks an uppercut.
Hermansson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McGee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGee misses with a body punch.
McGee tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hermansson's elbow.
McGee fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGee gets through Hermansson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hermansson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bonerz McGee 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##CL#
Hermansson gets a clinch.
McGee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McGee throws a punch but it's blocked by Hermansson.
McGee struggles to land a body shot inside as Hermansson controls his hands.
Hermansson seems to have got his legs back now.
McGee can't find room to land a body shot as Hermansson controls the action.
McGee throws a punch but it's blocked by Hermansson.
Hermansson looking for a takedown.
Good body shot from McGee.
Hermansson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGee misses with a punch to the body.
Hermansson takes a shot to the head.
McGee has a couple of punches blocked by Hermansson.
Hermansson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McGee gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T1#
Hermansson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McGee fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jan Olov Hermansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Hermansson has managed to clinch.
McGee swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hermansson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McGee after a bit of a struggle.
Hermansson tries for a takedown but McGee manages to get underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGee.
Hermansson blocks a body shot from McGee.
McGee misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jan Olov Hermansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bonerz McGee is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Hermansson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hermansson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McGee after a bit of a struggle.
Still in the clinch, McGee scores with a nice short uppercut.
Hermansson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McGee fights it off and pushes away nicely.
McGee scores with a shot to the body.
McGee ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3##CL#
Hermansson has closed the distance and engaged McGee in a clinch.
McGee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hermansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hermansson wants to take the fight to the mat but McGee manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
McGee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hermansson wants to take the fight to the mat but McGee manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T4#
Hermansson has McGee pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. McGee manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hermansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hermansson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McGee misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from McGee fails to land.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hermansson trying to land knees to the body.
McGee avoiding damage as Hermansson throws knees to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bonerz McGee comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got McGee 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 26:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 26:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bonerz McGee!
Bonerz McGee thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
CEFC Live 2
Date: Jul 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Hermansson tries to clinch but Yakimyuk moves out of range.
Yakimyuk swats away the attempt to clinch by Hermansson.
Hermansson is looking to clinch but Yakimyuk is avoiding it.
Hermansson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Hermansson closes the distance and clinches.
A short body shot lands from Yakimyuk as the two fighters clinch.
Hermansson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Yakimyuk fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Yakimyuk connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hermansson. Hermansson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hermansson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Yakimyuk misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson tries to clinch up.#CL#
Hermansson has Yakimyuk up against the cage in a clinch.
Hermansson goes for a takedown attempt but Yakimyuk pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#T1#
Hermansson wants to clinch.
Yakimyuk scores with a spinning back kick!
Yakimyuk slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hermansson moves in looking to clinch but Yakimyuk pushes him off.
Yakimyuk scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hermansson doesn't seem bothered though.
Yakimyuk fails to land with a series of punches.
Jan Olov Hermansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hermansson moves out of range of the body kick from Yakimyuk.
Hermansson is looking to clinch but Yakimyuk is avoiding it.
Hermansson sets himself, and Yakimyuk steps forward looking for the clinch! Hermansson avoids it this time.
Hermansson looks to clinch
and Yakimyuk cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Yakimyuk ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Yakimyuk jabs Hermansson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Yakimyuk misses the target.
Hermansson is looking to clinch.
Yakimyuk avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Yakimyuk instigates a clinch. #T2#
Yakimyuk throws an elbow but it misses.
Yakimyuk has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hermansson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hermansson tries for a takedown but Yakimyuk manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jan Olov Hermansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hermansson is trying to drag Yakimyuk to the mat but Yakimyuk just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Yakimyuk misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hermansson.
Yakimyuk is stalling here.
#T3#
Yakimyuk tries to pull guard but Hermansson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Yakimyuk looking for a takedown.
Hermansson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Yakimyuk avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD2#
Yakimyuk jumps guard and drags Hermansson to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Hermansson tries to stand but Yakimyuk is controlling from the bottom.
Yakimyuk has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hermansson has passed into side control.
Yakimyuk is looking to reverse the position.#T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hermansson working away.
Yakimyuk wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Yakimyuk tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Hermansson easily slips into full mount!
Yakimyuk tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yakimyuk keeps trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roman Yakimyuk dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Hermansson is looking to clinch.
Yakimyuk has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Yakimyuk swats away the attempt to clinch by Hermansson.
Yakimyuk circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Yakimyuk is having none of it.
Yakimyuk scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Roman Yakimyuk is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Yakimyuk circles away from the clinch attempt.
Yakimyuk swats away the attempt to clinch by Hermansson.
Hermansson wants to stay close but Yakimyuk steps back to make room for something. Hermansson seems frozen to the spot and bam! huge swing of the leg from Yakimyuk and Hermansson drops like he has been shot! A huge head kick and it's all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Roman Yakimyuk!
A victorious Roman Yakimyuk thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
CEFC Fight Night 64
Date: Jun 27, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Hermansson closes the distance and clinches.
Hermansson is looking for a takedown.
Vegata misses with a knee strike.
Vegata tries a knee to the head but Hermansson blocks it.
#TD#
Hermansson has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Vegata is trying to keep an underhook but Hermansson manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Hermansson is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Hermansson prevents Vegata from improving his position.
Vegata controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vegata trying to control but Hermansson postures up.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hermansson tries to stand but can't do so whilst Vegata controls his leg. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Hermansson has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hermansson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vegata gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vegata tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hermansson avoids it.
Vegata misses with a knee strike.
Vegata throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Hermansson blocks it with crossed arms.
Hermansson managing to block the knees to the body from Vegata.
Hermansson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Vegata wants to stall.
Vegata tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Vegata trying to land knees to the body.
Vegata tries to land knees in the clinch but Hermansson avoids the damage to the body.
Vegata with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Vegata with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#T3#
Vegata misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hermansson.
Vegata using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Hermansson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Vegata is pushing Hermansson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #TD#
Hermansson wants the takedown. Vegata is fighting it off but Hermansson persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Vegata's guard against the cage.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Hermansson wants to get up but he can't break Vegata's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Vegata is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hermansson tries to stand but Vegata is controlling from the bottom. #T4#
Vegata manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hermansson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Vegata prevents Hermansson from getting back to his feet.
Vegata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hermansson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vegata prevents Hermansson from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Antonio Vegata dominated that round.
That's time! Hermansson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Hermansson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hermansson managing to block the knees to the body from Vegata.
Vegata leaning against his opponent.
Hermansson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Vegata is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hermansson is defending well for now.
Vegata throws a knee to the head but misses.
Hermansson has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Hermansson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vegata tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Vegata gets underhooks to prevent Hermansson's takedown attempt.
Vegata with an attempt at a knee that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vegata tries to land a knee to the head but Hermansson blocks with his arms.
Vegata tries to stall but Hermansson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#TD#
Hermansson is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Vegata can't fight it off and eventually Hermansson manages to take the fight to the floor. Vegata looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Vegata looking for a sweep. Not yet Vegata, not yet. #T1#
Vegata has his hands on Hermansson's head, controlling the position.
Vegata looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hermansson wanted to stand there but Vegata had control of the position.
Vegata wants to sweep here but Hermansson controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Vegata has control of Hermansson's left arm, preventing Hermansson from doing any damage.
Hermansson postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL#
Hermansson closes the distance and pushes Vegata back into the cage.
Hermansson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jan Olov Hermansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vegata displaying some good clinch control by pressing Hermansson up against the cage.
Vegata trying to control the position but instead, Hermansson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Vegata into the cage.#T3#
Vegata with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Vegata tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hermansson avoids it.
Hermansson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vegata pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hermansson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#CL#
Hermansson rushes Vegata and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Vegata misses with a knee strike.
Vegata throws a knee to the head but misses.
Vegata missing with knees to the body.
Vegata is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T4#
Hermansson avoiding damage as Vegata throws knees to the body.
Vegata tries a knee to the head but Hermansson blocks it.
Hermansson managing to block the knees to the body from Vegata.
Vegata misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hermansson.
Vegata missing with knees to the body.
Vegata is breathing heavily.
Vegata tries to land knees in the clinch but Hermansson avoids the damage to the body.
Vegata tries to land knees in the clinch but Hermansson avoids the damage to the body.
Vegata is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Hermansson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vegata with an attempt at a knee that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Antonio Vegata showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Hermansson closes the distance and pushes Vegata back into the cage.
Vegata tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hermansson avoids it.
Vegata tries a knee to the head but Hermansson blocks it.
Vegata looking to throw knees to the head but Hermansson is blocking nicely.
Vegata misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hermansson.
#TD#
Hermansson has Vegata pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Hermansson pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Vegata tumbling to the mat - Hermansson dives into Vegata's guard.
Vegata looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson wants to get up but he can't break Vegata's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T1##SU#
Hermansson gets to his feet - Vegata follows without any prompting. #CL#
Hermansson clinches.
Vegata throws a knee to the head but misses.
Hermansson wants to take the fight to the mat but Vegata manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vegata throws a knee to the head but misses.
Vegata has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vegata takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Hermansson gets a trip takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Vegata kicks off Hermansson and gets to his feet. #CL#
Hermansson has taken the fight to the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vegata looking to throw knees to the head but Hermansson is blocking nicely.
Vegata is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hermansson is defending well for now.#TD#
Hermansson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SU#
Hermansson gets to his feet - Vegata follows without any prompting.
Jan Olov Hermansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vegata is trying to maintain a safe position but Hermansson gets an underhook and turns Vegata into the cage.
Vegata tries a knee to the head but Hermansson blocks it.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Vegata is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Vegata throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Hermansson blocks it with crossed arms.
We've been informed that Vegata has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Vegata misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hermansson.
Hermansson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vegata pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vegata tries a knee to the head but Hermansson blocks it.
#T3#
Vegata trying to land knees to the body.
Hermansson can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jan Olov Hermansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hermansson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vegata avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vegata taking a breather.
Vegata misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hermansson.
Hermansson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vegata pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Antonio Vegata seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vegata tries to land knees in the clinch but Hermansson avoids the damage to the body.
Vegata is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hermansson is defending well for now.
Vegata throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Hermansson blocks it with crossed arms. #TD#
Hermansson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Vegata has a closed guard, preventing Hermansson from standing up. #T4#
Hermansson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Vegata is looking to stand back up but Hermansson counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Vegata.
Hermansson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Antonio Vegata.
I've got Vegata 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Antonio Vegata!
Antonio Vegata took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Real Fighters Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
CEFC 199
Date: Jun 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Hermansson is looking to clinch but Rua is avoiding it.
Hermansson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hermansson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hermansson checks a low kick from Rua.
Rua throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hermansson checks a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Rua. #CL#
Hermansson drives through and clinches with Rua against the cage.
Hermansson blocks an elbow strike.
Rua stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Rua lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Rua has a couple of punches blocked by Hermansson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua pushes off an throws an elbow but Hermansson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Rua swings wildly with an uppercut but Hermansson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rua throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#T1#
Nice body punch from Rua - that landed with a thud.
Rua is pushing Hermansson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Hermansson takes an elbow to the temple.
Hermansson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rua pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Rua pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Rua pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Rua just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hermansson's brow.
Rua looking to slow down the pace here.
Hermansson avoids a wild elbow strike from Rua.
Rua throws an elbow that misses.
#T2#
Rua pushes off an throws an elbow but Hermansson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Hermansson wants to take the fight to the mat but Rua manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rua.
Hermansson prevents a body shot from Rua.
Hermansson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Rua tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hermansson can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jan Olov Hermansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rua misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short left from Rua.
Hermansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Rua on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rua throws an elbow but it misses.
#T3#
Hermansson avoids the elbow strike from Rua, against the cage.
Rua gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Rua throws a head punch that misses.
Hermansson avoids the elbow strike from Rua, against the cage.
Rua tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rua comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Hermansson blocks a body shot from Rua.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rua.
Rua stalling against the cage.
Rua can't find room to land a body shot as Hermansson controls the action.
Rua looks to throw an elbow but misses. #TD#
Hermansson has clasped his hands together around Rua's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #T4#
Hermansson working away.
Rua might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hermansson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Rua is looking to reverse the position.
Rua is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hermansson tries to stand and escape but Rua is controlling the position.
Hermansson prevents Rua from improving his position.
Hermansson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Rua. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Rua dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
Hermansson clinches up against the cage.
Rua misses with an elbow over the top.
Rua looking to slow down the pace here.
Rua pushes off an throws an elbow but Hermansson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Rua creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Hermansson avoids the elbow strike from Rua, against the cage.
Nice elbow from Rua.
Hermansson blocks an elbow strike from Rua.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rua tries to throw a body punch but Hermansson avoids it by throwing Rua back against the cage.
Hermansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rua is defending well.
Rua pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T1#
Rua is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Hermansson tries to score a body lock takedown but Rua shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Rua tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rua gets underhooks to prevent Hermansson's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jan Olov Hermansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short left from Rua.
Rua swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rua lands a nice elbow.
Rua lands a body shot.
Hermansson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rua fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hermansson moves to clinch but Rua breaks away
and Rua counters with a left to the body.
Rua scoring well with a low kick there.
#T2##CL#
Hermansson moves into range and clinches up with Rua.
Rua tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rua tries to throw a body punch but Hermansson avoids it by throwing Rua back against the cage.
Rua throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Rua pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Hermansson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Rua avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Rua.
Rua can't find room to land a body shot as Hermansson controls the action.
Hermansson avoids the elbow strike from Rua, against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Rua.
Hermansson avoids the elbow strike from Rua, against the cage.
Hermansson wants to take the fight to the mat but Rua manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Rua throws an elbow but it misses.
#T3#
Rua misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rua lands a hook that snaps the head of Hermansson backwards.
Hermansson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rua is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Rua swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gabriel Rua seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rua misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rua has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice elbow from Rua.
Rua gets underhooks to prevent Hermansson's takedown attempt.
Rua throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Hermansson tries for a takedown but Rua manages to get underhooks.
Rua tries a body shot but Hermansson blocks it.
Rua creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Rua just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hermansson's brow. #T4#
Rua tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rua misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rua.
Hermansson blocks the elbow strike.
Rua misses with a punch on the inside.
Rua pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Rua doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rua lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Jan Olov Hermansson has been cut.
Rua lands an elbow inside that Hermansson shrugs off.
Hermansson goes for a takedown attempt but Rua pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Rua buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Rua showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jan Olov Hermansson's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Rua misses with a low kick.
It looked like Hermansson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jan Olov Hermansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hermansson fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Hermansson gets a clinch.
Rua throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Rua prevents the takedown attempt.
Rua pushes off an throws an elbow but Hermansson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Rua lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Rua misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rua lands an elbow that stopped Hermansson in his tracks for a moment.
Rua lands an elbow that stopped Hermansson in his tracks for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua stalling.
Hermansson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rua pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Rua lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hermansson or not.
Rua stalling against the cage.
#T1#
Rua throws an elbow but it misses.
Hermansson goes for a takedown attempt but Rua pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jan Olov Hermansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice cross by Rua.
Hermansson wants to clinch.
Rua fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hermansson.
Rua scores with a leg kick.
A solid body kick from Rua.
Hermansson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Hermansson clinches up with Rua and pushes him back against the cage.
Rua effectively controlling the action here.
Jan Olov Hermansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gabriel Rua is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The referee calls for Rua to work.
Rua pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Rua is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Hermansson is keeping busy.
Hermansson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Rua prevents it.
Rua tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Rua lands a damaging elbow.
Hermansson avoids a wild elbow strike from Rua.
Hermansson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rua pulls his leg out and moves away.
Rua throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hermansson misses with a hook.
Rua misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hermansson wants to clinch.
Nice body kick there by Rua.
Rua swats away the attempt to clinch by Hermansson.#T4#
Rua lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hermansson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Gabriel Rua seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hermansson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rua has time to react.
Hermansson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rua fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hermansson.
Hermansson tries to clinch there but Rua circles away.
Rua fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hermansson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rua connects with an inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rua scores with a head kick.
Rua throws a leg kick that misses. #CL#
Hermansson takes the fight into the clinch.
Hermansson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Hermansson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rua prevents a takedown attempt there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Rua comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Rua 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 26:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 26:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Rua!
Gabriel Rua opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
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Event:
CEFC Fight Night 60
Date: May 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Hermansson tries to move into range but Anderson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Anderson delivers a nice body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Anderson.
Hermansson tries to clinch up but Anderson circles away and keeps his distance.#KD2#
Anderson catches Hermansson napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Hermansson to the canvas!
#ROC2#
Hermansson is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anderson controlling from the top position.
Oh Hermansson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hermansson wants to stand up but Anderson is controlling him.
Anderson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Anderson is looking to advance position but Hermansson has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Anderson is desperately trying to improve his position but Hermansson has a good base and remains in mount.
Hermansson seems to have got his legs back now.
Hermansson wants to stand but Anderson is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Anderson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet but Anderson is holding on tight.
#T1#
Anderson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Anderson is trying to control but can't.
Hermansson passes into side control, despite Anderson's attempt to control the position.
Anderson gets back to half guard.
Hermansson prevents Anderson from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Anderson is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hermansson jumps into side control!
Anderson struggling a bit here.
Anderson is looking to regain half guard here but Hermansson keeps moving and retains side control. #SU#
Hermansson decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T3#
Hermansson tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hermansson tries to clinch up
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hermansson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Hermansson has Anderson up against the cage in a clinch.
Anderson pushes Hermansson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Anderson misses with some punches.
Anderson throws a head punch that misses.
Anderson misses with the head strike.
Hermansson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Anderson pulls his leg out and moves away.
Anderson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Anderson with a jab.#CL#
Hermansson drives through and clinches with Anderson against the cage.
#T4#
Hermansson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Anderson pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2#
Anderson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Hermansson drives through and clinches with Anderson against the cage.
Anderson tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hermansson blocks an uppercut.
Anderson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hermansson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hermansson wants to clinch
and Anderson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Anderson has Hermansson up against the cage in a clinch.
Anderson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Anderson lands a body punch.
Hermansson is looking to take this one to the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Hermansson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
Hermansson tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
Anderson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Anderson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hermansson tries to clinch up but Anderson circles away and keeps his distance.
It seemed like Anderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Anderson throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL#
Hermansson moves into the clinch.
Anderson misses with a punch on the inside.
Anderson tries to throw a body punch but Hermansson avoids it by throwing Anderson back against the cage.
Hermansson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Anderson prevents it.
A right hand to the body from Anderson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson wants a takedown.
#BC2#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
Anderson lands with a hook. Hermansson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hermansson tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
#T1#
Anderson lands an overhand right.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Anderson. Hermansson shrugs it off though.
A nice inside leg kick there by Anderson. That's going to slow Hermansson down.
Anderson fails to land with a series of punches.
A little feinted left hand from Hermansson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Anderson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson punishes Hermansson's body with a nice straight punch.
Anderson lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Hermansson falls backwards - clearly groggy! Anderson dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson is the new lightweight champion!
Sparky Anderson decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you.
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Event:
CEFC Fight Night 58
Date: May 16, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Hermansson closes the distance and pushes Diaz back into the cage.
Hermansson prevents Diaz from breaking the clinch.
Diaz is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Diaz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hermansson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hermansson prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Hermansson gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Diaz pushes Hermansson off but Hermansson dives into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hermansson wants to stand but Diaz has his arm trapped.
Diaz tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Hermansson presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson manages to capitalize on a mistake by Diaz to take his back!
Diaz trying to control the hands but Hermansson breaks the grip.
Diaz tries to roll but Hermansson sticks to his back.
#T1#
Diaz trying to control the hands but Hermansson breaks the grip.
Diaz tries to roll but Hermansson sticks to his back.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Diaz trying to control the position but Hermansson manages to sink in the hooks.
Diaz tries to roll but Hermansson sticks to his back.
Diaz prevents his opponent from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Hermansson avoiding Diaz 's attempts to control his hands.
Diaz tries to escape the position.
Diaz trying to control the hands but Hermansson breaks the grip.
Diaz can't escape the position.
#T3#
Diaz trying to get back to his feet but Hermansson is in full control for now.
Diaz tries to escape but Hermansson has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hermansson is looking to stand but he's in a difficult position to do so.
Hermansson controlling well, preventing Diaz from escaping the position.
Diaz trying to control the action but Hermansson just sinks the hooks in.
Diaz wants to escape the position.
Hermansson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Diaz.#T4#
Hermansson keeps control of the position as Diaz tries to break free.
Hermansson wants to stand back up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Diaz is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Diaz is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hermansson biding his time, controlling Diaz.
Diaz trying to control the position but Hermansson manages to sink in the hooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Olov Hermansson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Hermansson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Diaz to score with a decent uppercut.#CL2#
Hermansson takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Diaz breaks the clinch.
Diaz shoots in for a double leg but Hermansson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Hermansson closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Diaz drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB#
Diaz looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hermansson passes into side control.
Diaz can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Hermansson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #CL2#
Hermansson clinches up against the cage.#T1#
Diaz looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Hermansson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Diaz gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Diaz is pressed up against the cage. Hermansson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Diaz down to the mat. Diaz avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Hermansson takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Diaz breaks the clinch.
Hermansson moves in looking to clinch but Diaz pushes him off.
Hermansson wants to clinch.#CL2#
Hermansson clinches up against the cage.
Diaz is trying to pull guard but Hermansson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T2#
Hermansson tries for a takedown but Diaz manages to get underhooks.
Nate Diaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jan Olov Hermansson.
Hermansson prevents Diaz from breaking the clinch.
Diaz working hard to break the clinch.
Diaz jumps guard but Hermansson stands there with Diaz around his waist. Diaz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
I was talking to Diaz's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC#
Diaz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Hermansson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Diaz wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Diaz is trying to break the clinch but Hermansson has him pressed against the cage.
Diaz is trying to break the clinch but Hermansson is controlling him.#TD2#
Hermansson gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Diaz regains guard.
#SUB#
Diaz working for submissions but it's allowed Hermansson to get to half guard.
#T3#
Diaz trying to hold on to Hermansson's head to control him but Hermansson postures up.
Diaz is looking for a sweep. Hermansson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Diaz gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Diaz has an active guard here but Hermansson has managed to pass into half guard.
Diaz gets back to full guard.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Diaz has a closed guard, preventing Hermansson from standing up. #SUB#
Diaz looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hermansson has picked Diaz up and slammed him! Diaz can't keep hold of the triangle and Hermansson manages to pass to side control!
Diaz wants to control but Hermansson postures up.
Diaz is trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Olov Hermansson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3##CL2#
Hermansson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Diaz, pushing him back against the cage.
Diaz wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hermansson has Diaz pressed against the cage, preventing Diaz from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hermansson keeps control of Diaz as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Diaz breaks from the clinch.
Hermansson is looking to clinch.
Diaz plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Diaz loads up on a big right hand but Hermansson slips the punch.
Diaz keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Hermansson clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson is looking for a takedown.
A frustrated look appears on Diaz's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Diaz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Hermansson darts in and clinches Diaz up against the cage.
Diaz is trying to break free.#T1#
Diaz is trying to push Hermansson away but Hermansson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Diaz is trying to pull guard but Hermansson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Hermansson prevents Diaz from breaking the clinch.
Diaz tries to circle away but Hermansson has him pinned against the cage.
Hermansson has Diaz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Diaz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Diaz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hermansson is looking to clinch.
Diaz misses with the combination.
Hermansson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Diaz throws a hook to the side of Hermansson's head but Hermansson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Diaz swats away the attempt to clinch by Hermansson.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Diaz moves away
and Diaz counters with a three punch combo that has Hermansson backing up. Hermansson nods at Diaz to acknowledge the strikes.
Hermansson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2##CL2#
Hermansson moves into the clinch.
Diaz is trying to break the clinch but Hermansson is controlling him.#TD#
Diaz has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Hermansson uses from the top position. #SUB#
Diaz working for submissions but it's allowed Hermansson to get to half guard.
Hermansson tries to stand but can't do so whilst Diaz controls his leg. #SUB#
Hermansson moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Diaz.
Diaz can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Diaz tries to buck Hermansson off but Hermansson is having none of it.
Jan Olov Hermansson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Diaz struggling a bit here.
Diaz is holding Hermansson down, trying to stall.
Diaz is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hermansson off and has taken his back!#T4##SUB#
Diaz is looking for the choke from the back position but Hermansson is controlling his hands well.
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet.
Diaz tries to get the hooks in deep but Hermansson pushed the leg off.
Diaz is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Hermansson is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Diaz gets his way!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hermansson trying to get back to his feet but Diaz is in full control for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nate Diaz clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4##CL2#
Hermansson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Diaz, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Diaz breaks the clinch.
Diaz missing with a left hand there. Hermansson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hermansson tries to clinch up
and Diaz counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL2#
Hermansson drives through and clinches with Diaz against the cage.
#TD#
Diaz manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Diaz has an active guard here but Hermansson has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Diaz looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Diaz has a hand on Hermansson's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hermansson takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#T1#
Diaz really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Diaz is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SU2#
Hermansson stands up from mount. Strange move.
A big left from Diaz misses. #CL2#
Hermansson has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Diaz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Diaz gets tackled into the cage by Hermansson. Hermansson maintains the clinch. #TD#
Diaz manages to pull guard.
#T2#
Hermansson stopping the sweep attempt from Diaz.
Hermansson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Diaz's guard.
Diaz controls Hermansson momentarily but Hermansson frees himself. #SU2#
Hermansson gets to his feet. Diaz looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Diaz circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL2#
Hermansson closes the distance and clinches.
Diaz tries to pull guard but Hermansson holds him up against the cage and eventually Diaz drops back down to his feet.
#TD2#
Hermansson is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Diaz can't fight it off and eventually Hermansson manages to take the fight to the floor. Diaz looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Diaz wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Hermansson manages to pass to side control. #T3##REVR#
Diaz wants to get back to full guard.
Hermansson wants to stand up but Diaz is controlling the position.
#SUB#
Diaz looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Diaz trying to control but Hermansson postures up.
#SUB#
Diaz actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Diaz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hermansson pulls his head out easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Diaz wants to control but Hermansson is keeping busy.
Hermansson wants to stand but Diaz has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Olov Hermansson dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - 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.
#R5#
Hermansson fails in his attempt to clinch.
It looked like Diaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL2#
Hermansson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Diaz's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Diaz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Diaz throws the kick towards the body but Hermansson avoids it.#CL2#
Hermansson closes the distance and pushes Diaz back into the cage.
Diaz is looking to break free of the clinch but Hermansson has double underhooks.
Diaz wants to get back to striking at distance but Hermansson won't allow it.
Hermansson looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Diaz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Hermansson clinches up with Diaz and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Hermansson has picked Diaz up - he's going for a ride! Hermansson dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Diaz wants to control but Hermansson is keeping busy.
#T1#
Diaz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hermansson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hermansson seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Diaz trying to control from the bottom.
Hermansson wants to stand up but Diaz has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Diaz is looking to improve his position.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Hermansson pushes Diaz up against the cage in a clinch.
Jan Olov Hermansson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
Diaz jumps into guard, dragging Hermansson to the mat.
Diaz looking to control but Hermansson passes into half guard.
Hermansson passes into side control, despite Diaz's attempt to control the position.
#SU2#
Hermansson stands up and beckons Diaz to his feet. #CL2#
Hermansson has managed to clinch.
Diaz prevents the takedown attempt.
Diaz tries to circle away but Hermansson has him pinned against the cage.
Diaz jumps guard but Hermansson stands there with Diaz around his waist. Diaz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Nate Diaz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Diaz tries to circle away but Hermansson has him pinned against the cage.
Diaz jumps guard but Hermansson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Diaz pulls guard.
Diaz has a closed guard, preventing Hermansson from standing up. #SUB#
Diaz working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hermansson has passed into half guard!
Diaz has a hand on Hermansson's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hermansson takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#T4#
Diaz wants to control but Hermansson is having none of it.
Diaz is looking to get to half guard.
Hermansson wants to stand but Diaz is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Diaz wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Diaz wants to control his opponent's hands but Hermansson gets his hands free.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hermansson keeps control of the position as Diaz tries to break free.
Diaz trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jan Olov Hermansson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hermansson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 46:49
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 46:49
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jan Olov Hermansson!
Jan Olov Hermansson is the new lightweight champion!
Jan Olov Hermansson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Nate Diaz had this to say: 'Fuckoff, Ive got nothing to say to you. You fucking twat!!!'.
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Event:
CEFC 193
Date: May 06, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Face gets tackled into the cage by Hermansson. Hermansson maintains the clinch.
Face is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hermansson is defending well.
Face is looking to take this one to the mat.
Face prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hermansson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Face gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hermansson.
Shit Face has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jan Olov Hermansson.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hermansson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Face gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Face drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Face is pressed up against the cage. Hermansson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Face down to the mat. Face avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hermansson tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Face counters with a single leg into guard. Hermansson didn't expect that.
Face tries to free his leg and advance position but Hermansson is retaining full guard.
Face looking to sit in guard and control but Hermansson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Hermansson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Face is proving hard to escape from.
Face looking to control.
#T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Face holds on and takes a little breather.
Face looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hermansson is one step ahead there.
Hermansson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Face is proving hard to escape from. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Face looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hermansson is one step ahead there.
Hermansson is looking to stand up but Face won't let him. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Hermansson rushes Face and presses him up against the cage.
Hermansson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Face prevents it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hermansson prevents the takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jan Olov Hermansson will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL2#
Hermansson has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Hermansson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Face is looking to improve his position.
#SU2#
Hermansson gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hermansson circles away.#CL2#
Hermansson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Face has Hermansson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Face pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Hermansson tumbling to the mat - Face dives into Hermansson's guard.#T1#
Hermansson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Face. #SUB#
Face drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hermansson dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Jan Olov Hermansson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Face looking to control.
Face wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Face looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hermansson passes into half guard.
Face makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Face.#T2#
Hermansson postures up.
Hermansson wants to stand but Face is controlling his posture from full guard.
Hermansson preventing the sweep.
Face managing to control the position.
Face wants to sweep here but Hermansson controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Face is trying to control the position but Hermansson postures up. #SUB#
Face looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hermansson passes into half guard.
It looks like Hermansson is going to stand back up.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Face tries to get to full guard but Hermansson has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Hermansson drives through and clinches with Face against the cage.
Hermansson is trying to drag Face to the mat but Face just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Face lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Olov Hermansson 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! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Hermansson tries to clinch there but Face circles away.
Hermansson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Face swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Face.#CL2#
Hermansson closes the distance and clinches.
Hermansson tries to score a body lock takedown but Face shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hermansson prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Face gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Hermansson regains guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face looking to sit in guard and control but Hermansson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Hermansson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1##SUB#
Face has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hermansson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU2#
Hermansson stands up and waves to Face to follow him. #CL2#
Hermansson has managed to clinch.
Jan Olov Hermansson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hermansson goes for a takedown attempt but Face pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Hermansson darts in and clinches Face up against the cage.
Face has Hermansson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hermansson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shit Face. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Face wants a takedown but no success here.
Face is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hermansson pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD#
Face gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Hermansson regains guard.
Hermansson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Face controls the pace.#T3#
Face trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hermansson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Face throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Face trying to control but Hermansson is working from the bottom.
Face throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Face has gone for a leg lock! Hermansson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Face's guard.#REVB#
Hermansson wants to stand but Face is controlling his posture from full guard.
Face is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hermansson stopping the sweep attempt from Face.
Hermansson wanted to stand there but Face had control of the position.
Hermansson stopping the sweep attempt from Face.
Shit Face has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Face working for a triangle but Hermansson defends it easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jan Olov Hermansson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hermansson 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jan Olov Hermansson!
An out of breath Jan Olov Hermansson 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Rua looks for the body kick but Hermansson saw that one coming.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Rua is having none of it.
Rua uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hermansson has time to react.#CL2#
Hermansson takes the fight into the clinch.
Hermansson prevents a body shot from Rua.
Rua gets underhooks to prevent Hermansson's takedown attempt.
Rua misses with a body punch.
Hermansson takes an elbow to the temple. #TD2#
Hermansson tightens his grip and picks Rua up, before dumping him to the ground. Rua manages to land in guard.
Rua is trying to control the position but Hermansson postures up.
Rua wants to sweep here but Hermansson controlling him for the moment.
Rua has control of Hermansson's left arm, preventing Hermansson from doing any damage. #T1#
Rua is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rua controlling Hermansson's posture.
Rua not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hermansson is looking to stand up but Rua won't let him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#CL2#
Hermansson moves into range and clinches up with Rua.
Hermansson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rua pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Hermansson clinches.
Rua pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Rua lands a damaging elbow.
Rua throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Rua throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Hermansson takes an elbow to the forehead.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Rua takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Hermansson avoids the elbow strike from Rua, against the cage.
Rua creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Hermansson's defenses. #T3#
Rua gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hermansson.
Gabriel Rua has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jan Olov Hermansson.
A head punch on the inside from Rua fails to land.
Rua gets underhooks to prevent Hermansson's takedown attempt.
Rua throws an elbow but it misses.
Rua avoiding damage.
Hermansson tries to score a body lock takedown but Rua shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Rua lands a left hand.
Rua creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Rua gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Rua has Hermansson pressed against the cage.
#T4#
Rua lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hermansson or not.
Hermansson dodges an elbow strike from Rua.
Rua working aggressively here.
Rua tries to throw a body punch but Hermansson avoids it by throwing Rua back against the cage.
Hermansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rua looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Rua pushes off an throws an elbow but Hermansson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#TD2#
Hermansson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rua is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rua working a defensive guard but Hermansson manages to pass into side control anyway.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Rua dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Hermansson has Rua up against the cage in a clinch.
Hermansson blocks an elbow strike.
Rua leaning against his opponent.
Rua can't find room to land a body shot as Hermansson controls the action.
Rua throws an elbow that misses.
Rua misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rua looking to slow down the pace here.
Rua misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson tries for a takedown but Rua manages to get underhooks.
With the fighters up against the cage, Rua throws an elbow but misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Rua. #T1#
Rua looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Rua misses with an elbow strike.
A head punch on the inside from Rua fails to land.
Hermansson dodges an elbow strike from Rua.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rua creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rua throws a punch but it's blocked by Hermansson.
Hermansson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rua pulls his leg out and moves away.
Rua throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T2#
Rua tries to land a leg kick but Hermansson saw it coming and moves away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hermansson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rua.
Rua lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rua lands a glancing blow to the side of Hermansson's head.#CL2#
Hermansson clinches up against the cage.
Rua struggles to land a body shot inside as Hermansson controls his hands.
Hermansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rua is defending well.
Gabriel Rua has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jan Olov Hermansson.
Rua gets through Hermansson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rua creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Hermansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rua is defending well.
Rua content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Rua lands an elbow inside that Hermansson shrugs off.
Rua stops a takedown attempt from Hermansson.
Rua stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#T3#
Hermansson blocks an elbow strike.
Rua pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Hermansson is looking to take this one to the mat.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rua.
Rua throws an elbow but it misses.
A short body shot lands from Rua as the two fighters clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Rua throws an elbow but misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Rua throws an elbow but misses.
Rua lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rua pushes off an throws an elbow but Hermansson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rua creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rua is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hermansson can do to turn this around?#T4#
Rua tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gabriel Rua has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rua throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Rua throws an elbow but it misses.
Hermansson wants a takedown.
Hermansson blocks the elbow strike.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Rua misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rua prevents the takedown attempt.
Rua is looking to control Hermansson's arms but Hermansson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Rua has his back to the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rua misses with an elbow strike.
Rua lands a nice elbow.
Rua lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hermansson backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabriel Rua 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##CL2#
Hermansson moves into the clinch successfully.
Hermansson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Rua gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD2#
Hermansson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Rua clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Rua is in bad spot here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hermansson's guard. Nice work there by Rua.
Hermansson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Hermansson keeping full guard, as Rua tries to pass.
Hermansson wants to stand but Rua is controlling the position.
Rua trying to control the position from guard on top but Hermansson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jan Olov Hermansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gabriel Rua is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Rua wants to pass the guard but Hermansson is keeping the position.
Rua slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Some bone on bone action there as Hermansson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL2#
Hermansson clinches. #T3#
Rua misses with a punch to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Rua just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hermansson's brow.
Rua throws an elbow that misses.
Rua tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rua prevents the takedown attempt.
Rua pushes off an throws an elbow but Hermansson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Rua doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hermansson trying to land knees to the body.
Rua lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Rua tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rua misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rua controlling the action here for a moment.
Rua is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Hermansson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Rua avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gabriel Rua has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jan Olov Hermansson.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hermansson trying to land knees to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Rua just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hermansson's brow.
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 Gabriel Rua.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Rua, 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 William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Rua!
A determined Gabriel Rua didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
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Event:
CEFC 192
Date: Apr 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Hermansson tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Anderson to counter with a crisp jab.
Anderson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hermansson doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away.
Hermansson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Anderson.#CL2#
Hermansson has managed to clinch.
Hermansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hermansson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Anderson pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hermansson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Anderson. Anderson obviously looking to wear him down.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hermansson fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hermansson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hermansson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Anderson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hermansson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Anderson. Anderson obviously looking to wear him down.
Anderson shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Hermansson eats them both and turns towards Anderson to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Jan Olov Hermansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Anderson misses its intended target. #T1#
Anderson keeps the fight on the outside.
Anderson tries to land a leg kick but Hermansson saw it coming and moves away.
#CL2#
Hermansson clinches with his opponent.
Anderson can't break the clinch.
#BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hermansson tries to clinch up.
Anderson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hermansson wants to clinch.
Hermansson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Anderson keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Hermansson moves into range and clinches up with Anderson.
Anderson throws a punch but it's blocked by Hermansson.
Hermansson is looking for a takedown.
Anderson lands with a left to the head.
Anderson tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Anderson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Hermansson slips under a jab from Anderson.
Hermansson tries to clinch up but Anderson circles away and keeps his distance.
Anderson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL2#
Anderson gets tackled into the cage by Hermansson. Hermansson maintains the clinch.
Hermansson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hermansson has Anderson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Anderson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jan Olov Hermansson.
Anderson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hermansson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Anderson prevents it.
Anderson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Anderson lands a shot to the body.
Anderson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hermansson backwards.
Hermansson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Anderson after a bit of a struggle. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Hermansson wants to clinch.
Hermansson wants to clinch but Anderson slips to the side
and Anderson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Hermansson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hermansson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Anderson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A good leg kick by Anderson. #CL2#
Hermansson clinches.
Anderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Hermansson controls his hands.
Anderson lands a right hand.
Anderson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Anderson working aggressively here.
#BC#
Anderson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A bone on bone clash there as Hermansson blocks the leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Anderson.
#T4#
Anderson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hermansson.
Hermansson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Anderson.
Hermansson doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away.
Anderson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Anderson tries to land a leg kick but Hermansson saw it coming and moves away.
Hermansson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
Hermansson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Anderson.
Anderson wants to clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson throws a low kick, looking for Hermansson's leg but Hermansson calmly moves out of range. #CL2#
Hermansson takes the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Anderson.
Hermansson wants a takedown.
Hermansson is looking to take this one to the mat.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hermansson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sparky Anderson dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Hermansson tries to clinch up but Anderson circles away and keeps his distance.
Anderson keeps the fight on the outside.
Hermansson doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away.
Anderson misses with a low kick.
#CL2#
Hermansson darts in and clinches Anderson up against the cage.
Hermansson looking for a takedown.
Hermansson wants a takedown.
Anderson misses with the head strike.
Anderson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hermansson's elbow.
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hermansson can do to turn this around?
Anderson swings wildly with an uppercut but Hermansson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Anderson has a couple of punches blocked by Hermansson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Anderson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL2#
Hermansson gets a clinch.
Anderson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hermansson up against the cage.#T1#
Anderson stops a takedown attempt from Hermansson.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jan Olov Hermansson.
Anderson tries to throw a body punch but Hermansson avoids it by throwing Anderson back against the cage.
Hermansson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Anderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Hermansson controls his hands.
Anderson is trying to break free.
Hermansson tries to score a body lock takedown but Anderson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A short right from Anderson.
Hermansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2#
Anderson tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hermansson tries for a takedown but Anderson manages to get underhooks.
Anderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Hermansson controls his hands.
#BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hermansson takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
#CL2#
Hermansson instigates a clinch.
Anderson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Anderson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Anderson tries a body shot but Hermansson blocks it.
#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Hermansson has Anderson up against the cage in a clinch.
Hermansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hermansson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Anderson pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T3#
Hermansson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Anderson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hermansson can't get the takedown.
Hermansson has Anderson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Anderson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Anderson swings wildly with an uppercut but Hermansson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Anderson misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson stops a takedown attempt from Hermansson.
Anderson misses with a punch to the body.
Anderson gets underhooks to prevent Hermansson's takedown attempt.
Anderson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Anderson swings wildly with an uppercut but Hermansson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Anderson lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T4#
Anderson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Anderson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Anderson.
Anderson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Anderson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hermansson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Anderson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Anderson can't find room to land a body shot as Hermansson controls the action.
#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sparky Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hermansson moves out of range of the strikes.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hermansson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sparky Anderson dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Anderson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Anderson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hermansson.
Anderson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Anderson missing with a left hand there. Hermansson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Hermansson forces Anderson back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Hermansson clinches with his opponent.
Hermansson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Anderson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hermansson blocks an uppercut.
Anderson tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Anderson manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hermansson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hermansson defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
Good exchange - Anderson coming out on top.#CL2#
Hermansson clinches. #T1#
Anderson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Anderson tries to circle away but Hermansson has him pinned against the cage.
Anderson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hermansson's elbow. #BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch.
Hermansson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Anderson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hermansson tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Anderson throws a leg kick that misses.
Hermansson doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away.
#CL2#
Hermansson has Anderson up against the cage in a clinch.
A short body shot lands from Anderson as the two fighters clinch.
Anderson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Anderson working aggressively here.
Hermansson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jan Olov Hermansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jan Olov Hermansson.#T2##BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hermansson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hermansson doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away.
Anderson wants to slow Hermansson down by chopping away at his legs.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Anderson is having none of it.
Anderson cracks the inside of Hermansson's front leg.
Hermansson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Anderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Hermansson darts in and clinches Anderson up against the cage.#BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hermansson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hermansson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hermansson tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Anderson moves away
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anderson is looking to chop away at Hermansson's legs.
Anderson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Anderson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Anderson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Hermansson.
Hermansson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Anderson is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Hermansson rushes Anderson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Anderson has had enough of the clinch but Hermansson keeps him there for the moment.
Anderson is pressed up against the cage. Hermansson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Anderson down to the mat. Anderson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Hermansson closes the distance and pushes Anderson back into the cage.
Hermansson keeps control of Anderson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Anderson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hermansson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Anderson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hermansson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Anderson lands a head shot.#CL2#
Hermansson clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Anderson breaks from the clinch.
#T4#
Hermansson tries to clinch but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Hermansson moves into the clinch.#BC#
Anderson breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Hermansson closes the distance and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hermansson blocks a body shot from Anderson.
Anderson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Anderson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sparky Anderson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hermansson missing with knees to the body.
Anderson tries to work over Hermansson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hermansson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Anderson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Anderson lands a right hand.
Anderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Hermansson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Anderson is defending well for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparky Anderson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Anderson 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sparky Anderson!
A pretty intense looking Sparky Anderson took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.
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Event:
CEFC 191
Date: Mar 25, 2016 |
#R1#
Hermansson tries to clinch but Simenkov moves out of range.
Simenkov appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Hermansson drives through and clinches with Simenkov against the cage.
#BC#
Simenkov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD#
Simenkov shoots in and gets a takedown into Hermansson's guard.
Hermansson keeping moving, preventing Simenkov from controlling successfully.
Simenkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Simenkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Simenkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Simenkov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Simenkov works over Hermansson with some ground and pound from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson keeping moving, preventing Simenkov from controlling successfully.
Simenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simenkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet but Simenkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hermansson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Simenkov.
Simenkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hermansson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Simenkov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Simenkov wants to control from the top but Hermansson keeps moving.
Simenkov throws an elbow that misses. Hermansson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Simenkov's guard. Nice move by Hermansson!#REVB#
Simenkov wants to improve his position but instead Hermansson has moved into half guard.
Simenkov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Hermansson is thwarting Simenkov's attempts to control the position.
Simenkov is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Simenkov wants to get back to his feet.
Simenkov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hermansson passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Simenkov is trying to stand back up but Hermansson is controlling him
Hermansson tries to stand but can't do so whilst Simenkov controls his leg. #SUB#
Simenkov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Simenkov tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Hermansson manages to move to mount!
Simenkov is trying to stand up.
Simenkov reaches up to try and control the position but Hermansson seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Simenkov rolls and tries to escape and now Hermansson has his back!
Simenkov can't escape the position.
Hermansson gets his hands free as Simenkov looks to control.
Hermansson is trying to stick to Simenkov's back but Simenkov is turning into Hermansson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hermansson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Simenkov.
Simenkov prevents Hermansson from getting back to his feet.
Simenkov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hermansson keeping full guard, as Simenkov tries to pass. #T4#
Hermansson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Simenkov throwing strikes but missing.
Simenkov throws a strike but Hermansson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Simenkov trying to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hermansson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Simenkov's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jan Olov Hermansson will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Hermansson forces Simenkov back against the cage and clinches.
Simenkov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hermansson pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD#
Simenkov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet but Simenkov passes into half guard.
#REVB#
Simenkov throws a strike but Hermansson avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Simenkov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Simenkov forces his way into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simenkov throwing shots but Hermansson is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simenkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hermansson regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Simenkov. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simenkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Simenkov throws a big right hand that misses.
Simenkov postures up in Hermansson's guard and throws a big left but Hermansson blocks it. #SUB#
Simenkov has gone for a leg lock! Hermansson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Simenkov's guard.#REVB#
Simenkov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hermansson is one step ahead there. #T2#
Hermansson wants to stand but Simenkov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Simenkov striking off his back but it's not causing Hermansson any problems. #SUB#
Simenkov looking for subs off his back but Hermansson has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Simenkov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hermansson pulls his head out easily.
Hermansson prevents Simenkov from improving his position.#T3##SU2#
Hermansson decides to stand up. #CL#
Simenkov takes the fight into the clinch.
Simenkov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hermansson is defending well.#BC#
Simenkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Hermansson forces Simenkov back against the cage and clinches.
Hermansson is pressed up against the cage. Simenkov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hermansson down to the mat. Hermansson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Simenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Hermansson closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Simenkov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Hermansson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T4#
Simenkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Hermansson has wrist control.
Hermansson has momentary wrist control but Simenkov slips an elbow through the middle.
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet but Simenkov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Simenkov throwing strikes but missing.
Simenkov throws an elbow that misses. Hermansson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Simenkov's guard. Nice move by Hermansson!#REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Simenkov working for submissions but it's allowed Hermansson to get to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simenkov is trying to stand back up but Hermansson is controlling him
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jan Olov Hermansson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Hermansson is looking to clinch.
Hermansson stuffs the takedown attempt from Simenkov. Simenkov gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Hermansson forces Simenkov back against the cage and clinches.
Hermansson wants to take the fight to the mat but Simenkov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Simenkov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD#
Simenkov has picked Hermansson up - he's going for a ride! Simenkov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Hermansson is trying to stand.
Simenkov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Hermansson to regain full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Simenkov.
Simenkov won't allow Hermansson to get back to his feet.
Simenkov looking to sit in guard and control but Hermansson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Simenkov trying to control the position.
#T1##SUB#
Simenkov working for submissions but it's allowed Hermansson to get to half guard.
Hermansson tries to stand and escape but Simenkov is controlling the position.
Hermansson prevents Simenkov from improving his position.
Hermansson wants to stand up but Simenkov has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Simenkov is looking for a sweep. Hermansson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jan Olov Hermansson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hermansson wants to stand up but Simenkov has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Simenkov wants to control but Hermansson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hermansson wants to get back to his feet.
Simenkov wants to control but Hermansson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Simenkov tries to get to full guard but Hermansson has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
Hermansson instigates a clinch.
Simenkov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hermansson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T3##BC#
Simenkov breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Hermansson clinches up against the cage.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Hermansson manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Simenkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Simenkov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Simenkov trying to control the position but instead, Hermansson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Simenkov into the cage.
Simenkov can't get the takedown.
Simenkov prevents the takedown attempt.
#T4#
Simenkov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hermansson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Simenkov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hermansson swivels and escapes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hermansson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Simenkov. #CL2#
Hermansson clinches up with Simenkov and pushes him back against the cage.
Simenkov tries for a takedown but Hermansson manages to get underhooks.
Sergei Simenkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hermansson tries to score a body lock takedown but Simenkov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hermansson stops a takedown attempt from Simenkov.
Simenkov digs a right hand underneath Hermansson's ribcage. Hermansson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Hermansson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Simenkov wants to get back to his feet but Hermansson passes into half guard.
#REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simenkov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jan Olov Hermansson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Hermansson 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jan Olov Hermansson!
Our winner, Jan Olov Hermansson, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
CEFC 190
Date: Mar 12, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Hermansson clinches up against the cage.
Face has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hermansson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Face drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hermansson pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hermansson tries to clinch there but Face circles away.
#CL#
Hermansson clinches.
Face changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hermansson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Jan Olov Hermansson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shit Face.
Face throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hermansson's waist but Hermansson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Face off to one side.
Hermansson tries to clinch but Face is having none of it.
Face feints a counter leg kick.
Hermansson closes the distance but Face moves to the side #TD2#
and Face decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hermansson's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face wants to control from the top but Hermansson keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Face stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hermansson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Face has gone for a leg lock! Hermansson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Face's guard.#REVR#
Face is trying to keep Hermansson in close.
Face has a closed guard, preventing Hermansson from standing up.
Face wants to sweep here but Hermansson controlling him for the moment. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Face is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Face wants to sweep here but Hermansson controlling him for the moment.
Face is trying to hold Hermansson in close to prevent damage but Hermansson has managed to pass into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Hermansson decides to stand and escape the position. #T3##CL#
Hermansson has managed to clinch.
Face wants to take the fight to the mat but Hermansson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Face gets underhooks to prevent Hermansson's takedown attempt.
Hermansson prevents a takedown attempt there.
Face is trying to drag Hermansson to the mat but Hermansson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hermansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Face is defending well.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hermansson stops a takedown attempt from Face.
Face has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hermansson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Face tries to score a body lock takedown but Hermansson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hermansson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Face avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Hermansson lands a takedown into guard.
Face wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Hermansson manages to pass to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jan Olov Hermansson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Face circles away from the clinch attempt.
A bone on bone clash there as Hermansson blocks the leg kick.
Face keeps the fight on the outside.
Face tries a quick counter leg kick but Hermansson is wise to it.
Face shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hermansson as he jumps to the side.
Hermansson moves to clinch but Face breaks away #TD2#
and Face counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Hermansson is trying to stand back up but Face is controlling him
#SUB2#
Face is working for a kimura but Hermansson is defending it quite comfortably.
Face stops Hermansson from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1##SUB2#
Face is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Face wants to work for an arm triangle but Hermansson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Face seems to be working for a kimura but Hermansson defends the submission attempt.
Hermansson is looking to escape.#SUB2#
Face is working for a kimura but Hermansson is defending it quite comfortably.
Hermansson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Face. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Face is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hermansson defends it well.
Shit Face has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Face is working for a submission of some sort.
Hermansson pushes Face off looking to stand but Face dives back in and keeps control.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Shit Face is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Face closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Hermansson did well to prevent Face getting side control.
Face is looking to stall here but Hermansson recovers full guard. #T3#
Face trying to control the position from guard on top but Hermansson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Face missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Face wants to control from the top but Hermansson keeps moving.
Face throwing strikes from guard but Hermansson blocks nicely. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hermansson keeping moving, preventing Face from controlling successfully.
Face throws a big right hand that misses.
Face wants to control from the top but Hermansson keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Hermansson takes the fight into the clinch.
Hermansson prevents a takedown attempt there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hermansson can't get the takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shit Face showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##CL#
Hermansson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Face, pushing him back against the cage.
Face goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hermansson prevents it.
Hermansson prevents the takedown attempt.
Face tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jan Olov Hermansson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shit Face.
Face can't get the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermansson is pressed up against the cage. Face has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hermansson down to the mat. Hermansson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Hermansson moves into range and clinches up with Face.
Face looking for a takedown. #T1##TD#
Face is fighting off a takedown attempt but Hermansson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Face to the mat. Face regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Hermansson wants to stand but Face is controlling his posture from full guard.
Face controls Hermansson momentarily but Hermansson frees himself.
Face is looking to sweep but instead, Hermansson has passed into half guard.
Hermansson seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Hermansson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Face can do to turn this around?#T2#
Face wants to improve his position but Hermansson is controlling well.
#SU#
Hermansson gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Hermansson leaves Face with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hermansson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Face circles away from the clinch attempt.
Face keeps the fight on the outside.
Face avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hermansson fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T3#
Hermansson is looking to clinch but Face is avoiding it.
Face tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hermansson swivels and escapes.
Jan Olov Hermansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hermansson tries to clinch up but Face circles away and keeps his distance.
Hermansson moves in looking to clinch but Face pushes him off.#CL#
Hermansson rushes Face and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hermansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Face is defending well.#TD#
Hermansson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Face manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Hermansson keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Hermansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Face is defending well.#TD2#
Face has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Hermansson is trying to keep an underhook but Face manages to get the takedown into half guard.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Face tries to pass to full mount but Hermansson defends it.
Face thows a huge punch but Hermansson dodges it nicely.
#SUB2#
Face is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Hermansson still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Hermansson has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #SU#
Hermansson decides to stand back up. Hermansson steps back and let's Face get back to his feet.
Jan Olov Hermansson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hermansson wants to clinch up but Face keeps it at a distance.
Hermansson tries to clinch up but Face circles away and keeps his distance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jan Olov Hermansson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hermansson 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jan Olov Hermansson!
After winning the bout, Jan Olov Hermansson 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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