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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 31, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Haverford darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Haverford sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Eggman defending well though.
Eggman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Haverford is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Haverford prevents Eggman from improving his position.#SUB2#
Haverford is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Eggman on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ground and pound from Haverford .
Haverford lands with a punch from half guard.
Haverford is nestled in close to Eggman, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Haverford landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T1#
Haverford uses his free foot to push down on Eggman's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Eggman.
Haverford lands a heavy elbow. #SUB2#
Haverford jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Eggman is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Eggman and Haverford has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Eggman takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Eggman dodges the ground and pound from Haverford .
Haverford scoring with punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Haverford has an Americana. Eggman didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Haverford is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Haverford hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Tom Haverford !
A very excited looking Tom Haverford made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
TWGC 14 (265lbs, D2): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bodgan Petrov and Tom Haverford . The crowd seem to be enjoying Haverford 's choice of entrance music: Jay-Z & Kanye West - N** In Paris. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Bodgan Petrov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tom Haverford !
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, William Peck and Ian Loll.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Haverford wants to clinch.
Petrov keeps the fight on the outside.
Haverford gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Petrov (2) vs (0) Haverford
Haverford pulls Petrov in close to his closed guard and prevents Petrov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Petrov controlling from the top position.
Haverford keeping full guard, as Petrov tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haverford can't keep his opponent in guard - Petrov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Haverford is trying to maintain the position but Petrov is very close to passing his half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Haverford won't allow Petrov to pass to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Petrov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Haverford is trying to control but can't.
Petrov prevents Haverford from improving his position.
Petrov trying to mount his opponent but Haverford defends it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Petrov content to control rather than advance.
Haverford trying to control from the bottom.
Petrov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Haverford is trying to control but can't.
Petrov stalling.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Petrov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Haverford ! Score +3 for passing guard: Petrov (5) vs (0) Haverford
Petrov controlling the pace for now.
Petrov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Haverford sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Haverford is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Petrov wants to pass to mount but Haverford is defending the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Petrov controlling the action here.
Haverford is trying to control but can't.
Petrov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Haverford gets back to full guard.
Haverford working a defensive guard here.
Petrov stays in close to Haverford 's body and controls the position.
Petrov pushes down on Haverford 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Petrov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Petrov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Petrov slows the pace down in half guard.
Haverford moves into full guard.
Haverford is trying to keep Petrov in close.
Petrov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Haverford looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Haverford is trying to control the position but Petrov postures up.
Petrov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Petrov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Haverford is keeping the position for now.
Petrov pushing down on Haverford 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Petrov content to control rather than advance.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Haverford is looking to control Petrov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Haverford avoid being mounted?
Petrov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Petrov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Haverford ! Score +3 for passing guard: Petrov (8) vs (0) Haverford
Petrov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Petrov working for a submission but Haverford is keeping him at bay.
Petrov looking to control but Haverford is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Haverford stops Petrov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Petrov is working hard here to advance position.
Petrov has hold of Haverford 's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Haverford manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Petrov controlling from mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Petrov prevents Haverford from getting the reversal.
Petrov controlling his opponent.
Haverford tries to improve his position but Petrov has taken his back! Petrov has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Haverford tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Petrov pushes Haverford away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bodgan Petrov!
Bodgan Petrov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Haverford with a hook.
Haverford chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kalashnikov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
That kick from Haverford tenderised Kalashnikov's leg. Kalashnikov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Haverford lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tom Haverford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Haverford shoots in and bounces Kalashnikov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov working for a triangle but Haverford defends it easily.
Haverford throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kalashnikov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Haverford has picked Kalashnikov up and slammed him! Kalashnikov can't keep hold of the triangle and Haverford manages to pass to side control!
Kalashnikov wants to get back to his feet.
Kalashnikov is trying to control Haverford 's posture but Haverford avoids it. #T1#
Kalashnikov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Haverford looks up at the clock and then as Kalashnikov takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Haverford smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kalashnikov is looking to regain half guard here but Haverford keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Haverford tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Haverford has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kalashnikov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Haverford asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Kalashnikov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T2#
Haverford scores with punches from side control.
Haverford looks up at the clock and then as Kalashnikov takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Haverford smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#SUB#
Haverford is trying to get an arm triangle but Kalashnikov is defending well.
Haverford lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kalashnikov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Haverford is controlling him well.
Kalashnikov tries to buck Haverford off but Haverford is having none of it.
Haverford working the ground and pound from side control.
Kalashnikov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Haverford 's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Haverford lands strikes from half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Haverford pulls his head out easily.
Kalashnikov looks winded!#SUB2#
Kalashnikov actively working from the bottom here.
Haverford lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Haverford perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SU#
Haverford decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #CL#
Haverford clinches up with Kalashnikov and pushes him back against the cage.
Haverford stalls. #TD#
Haverford is trying to trip Kalashnikov. He has hold of a leg but Kalashnikov is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Haverford persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#T4##SUB#
Haverford thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Haverford forces his way into half guard.
Kalashnikov is refusing to be controlled, as Haverford sits in half guard.
Kalashnikov wants to improve his position but Haverford is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Haverford is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Haverford wants to work for an arm triangle but Kalashnikov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tom Haverford dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Haverford 's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD#
Haverford shoots in and gets a takedown into Kalashnikov's guard.
Kalashnikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov has his foot on Haverford 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Haverford works his way back into a safe position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Haverford distracts Kalashnikov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Haverford escapes and throws Kalashnikov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Haverford cracks Kalashnikov with a big right hand but Kalashnikov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Haverford working the ground and pound.
Haverford cracks Kalashnikov with a big elbow.
Kalashnikov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Kalashnikov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Haverford tries to roll over but Kalashnikov keeps him under control.
Haverford is pressing down on Kalashnikov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Haverford seems keen to control Kalashnikov's posture.
Haverford preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kalashnikov wants to pass the guard but Haverford is keeping the position.
Haverford trying to control the position here.
Kalashnikov throws a big right hand that misses. #ES#
Haverford uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Haverford will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Haverford throws a series of punches but Kalashnikov avoids them all with ease. #T2#
Nice straight punches there by Haverford . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Haverford .
Haverford throws a body shot but no joy.
Haverford throws a quick inside leg kick.
Haverford connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Haverford tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#TD#
Kalashnikov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalashnikov has momentary wrist control but Haverford slips an elbow through the middle.
Haverford is pushing down on Kalashnikov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kalashnikov is fighting to maintain full guard but Haverford has managed to sneak the leg through.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Haverford connects with a nice short shot to Kalashnikov's temple.
Haverford is looking to advance position but Kalashnikov won't allow it. #SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Nice strikes from Haverford there.
Haverford works his way into side control.
Haverford working the ground and pound.
Tom Haverford overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kalashnikov is trying to improve his position.
Haverford wants to control but Kalashnikov is keeping him busy.
Kalashnikov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Haverford wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4##SUB#
Haverford is trying to get an arm triangle but Kalashnikov is defending well.
Kalashnikov is trying to buck Haverford off.
Kalashnikov is looking for a sweep.
Haverford lands some shots froms side control.
Haverford creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#SUB#
Haverford is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kalashnikov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kalashnikov is working to avoid the ground and pound but Haverford connects with a decent elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tom Haverford dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tom Haverford 's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Haverford . That's going to slow Kalashnikov down. #TD#
Haverford dives in and scores a takedown into Kalashnikov's guard.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov is looking for a triangle here but Haverford uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#SUB#
Haverford tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Haverford in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov tries to buck Haverford off but Haverford is having none of it.
Kalashnikov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kalashnikov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nice strikes from Haverford there. #T1##SUB2#
Kalashnikov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Haverford is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Haverford has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Haverford is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Kalashnikov can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Kalashnikov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Haverford is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Haverford landing strikes, looking to finish! #ROC#
Kalashnikov is rocked!
Haverford drops a big elbow. That's hurt Kalashnikov! More shots from Haverford and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tom Haverford !
A relieved looking Tom Haverford thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
GFC 53: Hoyce vs Virastuk
Date: Nov 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Haverford walks into a straight right hand from Pichushkin.#CUT#
It looks like Tom Haverford has been cut.
Pichushkin checks the leg kick nicely there.
Pichushkin circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tom Haverford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Haverford tries to clinch but Pichushkin moves away
and Haverford takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Haverford tries to close the distance and clinch but Pichushkin swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pichushkin connects with a jab.
Haverford takes one to the chin there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pichushkin, as that shot connected.
Pichushkin checks a leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Pichushkin.#ROC#
Haverford is rocked!
Haverford takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Pichushkin seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pichushkin throws a monster overhand right that drops Haverford ! Pichushkin follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexander Pichushkin!
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Event:
GFC 48: Johnson vs Abbott
Date: Oct 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Haverford tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Alexandrov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Haverford in his tracks. #CUT#
It looks like Tom Haverford has been cut.#TD#
Haverford gets caught napping as Alexandrov dives in and scores a takedown. Haverford manages to retain guard.
Alexandrov preventing the sweep.
Alexandrov stops Haverford from standing up.
Alexandrov postures up and lands a big shot to Haverford 's brow.
Alexandrov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#CUT#
That has opened up Tom Haverford 's cut even more.
Haverford trying to control the position.
Alexandrov chips away with some ground and pound.
Haverford wants to get back to his feet but Alexandrov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Alexandrov postures up in Haverford 's guard and throws a big left but Haverford blocks it.
Alexandrov trying to control the position from guard on top but Haverford is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alexandrov throws a big elbow that misses.
Alexandrov postures up in Haverford 's guard and throws a big left but Haverford blocks it.
Alexandrov stopping the sweep attempt from Haverford .#T1#
Haverford has Alexandrov pulled in close to control his posture.
Alexandrov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #CUT#
The cut above Tom Haverford 's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Tom Haverford 's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Alexey Alexandrov!
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Event:
GFC 43: Darrow vs Johnson
Date: Oct 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Haverford looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Michaels tries to clinch but Haverford is having none of it.
Haverford has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#
It looks like Tom Haverford has been cut.
Michaels shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Haverford eats them both and turns towards Michaels to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Michaels blocks a leg kick.
Haverford is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Michaels avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Haverford .
Haverford shoots in looking for a takedown. Michaels tries to sprawl out of it but Haverford keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Michaels manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Michaels avoids the head kick by Haverford .
Michaels pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Haverford swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL2#
Michaels moves into the clinch.
Haverford taking a breather.
Haverford tries to land knees in the clinch but Michaels avoids the damage to the body.
Haverford avoiding damage as Michaels throws knees to the body.
Michaels keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Haverford 's efforts to push away.
Haverford blocks an elbow strike.#T1#
Michaels avoiding damage as Haverford throws knees to the body.
Haverford tries to land a knee to the head but Michaels blocks with his arms.
Michaels is struggling to control the position.
Haverford tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Michaels.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Haverford .
Haverford misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Michaels.
Haverford taking a breather.
Michaels lands an elbow inside.
Michaels throws an elbow that misses.
Haverford taking a breather.
Haverford takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#
Tom Haverford 's cut is getting worse.
Haverford scores a nice knee to the body.
Michaels softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Haverford swings wildly with an uppercut but Michaels uses good head movement to avoid it.
Michaels putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Haverford in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Michaels stalling against the cage.
Michaels landing knees to the body.
Haverford is breathing heavily.#T2#
Michaels stalling the fight.
#BC#
Haverford breaks the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Haverford stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL2#
Michaels closes the distance and clinches.
Haverford is trying to stall.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Haverford can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.
Michaels comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Michaels takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Haverford displaying some good clinch control by pressing Michaels up against the cage.
Haverford trying to control the position but instead, Michaels has worked for underhooks and has pushed Haverford into the cage.
Michaels lands an elbow inside that Haverford shrugs off. #BC2#
Michaels breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Haverford 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.
Sean Michaels is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
No joy there for Michaels, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Michaels scores with a one two! Haverford had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT2#
Tom Haverford 's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Haverford misses with a takedown attempt - Michaels sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Michaels misses with a wild combination.
Haverford throws a head kick that misses #CL2#
and Michaels counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Michaels.
Michaels lands an elbow that stopped Haverford in his tracks for a moment.
A shot in the inside from Michaels. #CUT2#
Jeez, Tom Haverford 's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Michaels gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Tom Haverford 's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sean Michaels!
During a confident post fight interview, Sean Michaels thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
GFC 35: Rumble
Date: Sep 04, 2016 |
#R1#
An inside leg kick from Haverford misses.
Haverford tries to clinch there but Durant circles away.
Durant tries to counter with a takedown but Haverford is quick to defend against it.
Haverford will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Haverford takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT#
It looks like Tom Haverford has been cut.
Durant lands with a thumping leg kick.
Durant cracks Haverford with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Haverford doesn't manage to clinch there - Durant circles away.
Durant punishes Haverford 's body with a nice straight punch.
Durant looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Haverford wants to slow Durant down by chopping away at his legs.
Haverford tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Durant swivels and escapes.
Decent striking displayed by Haverford there.#TD#
Durant shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Durant is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Durant is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Haverford has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Durant is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1#
Haverford avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Durant.
Haverford is trying to stand.
Durant wants to pass to mount but Haverford is defending the position.
Durant stalling. #SUB#
Durant is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Durant is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Durant stops Haverford from getting back to his feet.
Haverford won't allow Durant to pass to mount.
Durant throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Durant trying to mount his opponent but Haverford defends it.
Haverford tries to roll over but Durant keeps him under control.
Haverford is looking to escape.#SUB#
Durant is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Haverford has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Haverford avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Durant.
Haverford is staying active underneath Durant, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Haverford is holding on to half guard well.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Durant steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Haverford .
Haverford attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A jab from Durant does it's job there.
Haverford fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Durant checks it well.
Haverford misses with a looping right.
Durant moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Haverford throws a leg kick
and Durant cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Haverford has managed to clinch.
Durant landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Haverford tries to land knees in the clinch but Durant avoids the damage to the body.
Haverford 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Durant creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Haverford 's defenses. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Durant goes for a takedown in the clinch but Haverford prevents it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Durant.
Durant lands a nice uppercut.#CUT#
That has opened up Tom Haverford 's cut even more.
A nice left hand lands by Durant.
Haverford wants to stall.
Durant throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Haverford s head.
Haverford tries to land a knee to the head but Durant blocks with his arms.
Haverford looks winded!
A short uppercut from Durant.
Durant lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #TD#
Durant pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Durant has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Haverford can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Durant trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Durant escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Haverford gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kevin Durant dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Haverford 's cut.
That's time! Durant's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Durant lands a leg kick that knocks Haverford off balance momentarily.
Durant uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Haverford has time to react.
Haverford tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Durant paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It looked like Durant wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD2#
Haverford drives through with a takedown into Durant's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Durant is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Haverford wants to control from the top but Durant keeps moving. #SUB#
Durant is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Haverford is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Durant looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kevin Durant overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Durant working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Haverford doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Haverford manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Durant working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Haverford doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Haverford manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Haverford distracts Durant with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Durant is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Durant working for a triangle but Haverford defends it easily.
#SUB#
Durant is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Haverford is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Haverford trying to stand up but can't free himself from Durant's guard.#SUB2#
Haverford has gone for a leg lock! Durant slips out almost immediately though and dives into Haverford 's guard.#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Durant wants to control from the top but Haverford keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Haverford looking to control.
Durant not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Haverford is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Durant forces his way into half guard.#T3##SUB#
Durant seems to be looking for submissions.
Durant looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Haverford tries to roll over but Durant keeps him under control.
Haverford wants to control but Durant is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Durant looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Durant takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Haverford is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Durant's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Durant's back!
Durant trying to control the position but Haverford manages to sink in the hooks. #T4#
Durant is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB2#
Durant showing good submission defense here.
Durant is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Haverford scores with strikes from the back.
Durant trying to control the action but Haverford just sinks the hooks in.
Durant wants to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Haverford is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Durant trying to control the position but Haverford manages to sink in the hooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Kevin Durant will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tom Haverford 's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Haverford shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Haverford fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Durant has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Haverford throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Durant to counter with a crisp jab.
Haverford throws a hook but Durant avoids it easily.
Good shot there by Durant.
Haverford throws a low kick but Durant avoids it.
Haverford jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD#
Durant darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Durant is looking to take a break and control but Haverford is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Durant is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Durant is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Durant trying to control from half guard but Haverford is working away.
Durant thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Haverford wants to control but Durant is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Durant looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Durant is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Haverford is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Durant is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Haverford is just riding it out for now. Durant eventually gives up the hold.
Haverford looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
Durant looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T3#
Haverford trying to control from the bottom.
Haverford avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Durant. #SUB#
Haverford is trying to control Durant's posture. Durant takes advantage of the lull and advances to side control. He also appears to have an arm triangle here! Uh oh, big trouble for Haverford ! Durant is rotating here... this could be the end... Haverford is out! Durant has ended this one emphatically! Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Kevin Durant!
In his post fight interview, Kevin Durant started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
GFC 27: Versus
Date: Aug 13, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Lawson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Haverford manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Lawson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Haverford avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lawson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lawson preventing the sweep.
Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Haverford is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haverford looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Haverford is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lawson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawson is looking to advance position but Haverford has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Lawson is looking to improve his position but Haverford isn't that keen on the idea.
Haverford throws some wild stikes that Lawson manages to avoid easily.
#T1#
Haverford thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Lawson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Haverford scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Lawson is looking to get to half guard.
Lawson tries to lock up and control but Haverford gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Haverford with a couple of short strikes.#SUB2#
Haverford goes for an armbar but Lawson turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Lawson.
Haverford has his hands on Lawson's head, controlling the position. #T2#
Lawson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lawson trying to control but Haverford is working from the bottom.
Lawson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Haverford looking to control.
Lawson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Haverford preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Lawson drops back looking for a leg! Haverford is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Haverford manages to kick Lawson off! Lawson jumps back into Haverford 's guard.
Haverford is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T3#
Lawson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Lawson distracts Haverford with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lawson passes Haverford 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lawson in particular looking to stall.
Lawson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Haverford !
Lawson putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Lawson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lawson with the ground and pound from mount. #T4#
Lawson is landing with some decent strikes but Haverford is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Haverford is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lawson lands a big shot there that rocks Haverford but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#CUT#
It looks like Tom Haverford has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawson landing punches.
Haverford tries to lock up and control but Lawson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lawson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lawson scoring with strikes but Haverford is staying in there.
Lawson connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Lawson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Haverford 's face.
#ROC#
Haverford is rocked!#CUT#
The cut above Tom Haverford 's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#ES2#
Haverford bucks up and throws Lawson to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
Lawson lands a glancing blow to the side of Haverford 's head.#CUT#
Tom Haverford 's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Haverford tries to clinch up.
Haverford takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Trey Lawson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Haverford 's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Lawson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Haverford takes one to the chin there.
Haverford is still on wobbly legs! Can Lawson finish him?
Haverford tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lawson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Haverford seems to have recovered his senses.
Haverford is looking to chop away at Lawson's legs.
Haverford stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lawson.
Haverford is looking to clinch.
Lawson lands a nice hook to Haverford 's body. Haverford takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
No luck for Haverford with that takedown attempt.
Lawson lands a lovely overhand right.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lawson.
Lawson throws a nice head kick!
Lawson scores with a jab. Haverford acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Haverford throws a low kick but Lawson moves out of range easily.
Lawson is looking to counter punch.
Tom Haverford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawson works Haverford 's body with a nice hook.
Lawson checks a leg kick.
Lawson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Haverford can do to turn this around?
Lawson jabs Haverford to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Some bone on bone action there as Lawson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Lawson scores with a jab to the head.
Haverford takes one on the button.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Tom Haverford 's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Trey Lawson!
After the fight, Trey Lawson was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Haverford throws a low kick but Venables avoids it.
Venables tries a quick counter leg kick but Haverford is wise to it.
Venables misses with a two punch combination.
Haverford appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Venables throws a leg kick but Haverford sees it coming and moves out of range.
Haverford throws a leg kick but Venables sees it coming and moves out of range.
Haverford misses with a body shot.
Haverford looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A low kick from Haverford misses
and Venables connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#
It looks like Tom Haverford has been cut.
Venables pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Venables will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Haverford misses with a leg kick
and Venables counters with a nice low kick that buckles Haverford 's knee momentarily.
Tom Haverford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Haverford thows a leg kick but Venables checks it
and Venables counters with a leg kick.
Haverford misses the jab.
Haverford has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Venables.
Haverford misses with a looping left.
Venables misses with a head kick.
Haverford fires out a quick counter leg kick but Venables just manages to avoid it.
Haverford throws out a loose jab but Venables uses good head movement to avoid it.
Venables uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Haverford .
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Horrible takedown attempt by Haverford or perhaps it was just good defense by Venables, which made it look bad.
Venables is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#T1#
Venables lands a jab.
Haverford tries to clinch but Venables moves away
and Venables counters with a left and a right that stings Haverford .
Venables tries to score with a low kick but Haverford moves his leg out of the way.
Venables lands a nice looking kick to the body. Haverford takes a step back to recover.
Haverford is breathing heavily.
Venables looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Haverford wants to slow Venables down by chopping away at his legs.
Venables buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Venables.
Haverford has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Venables.
Haverford tries to bum rush Venables with a series of wild strikes but Venables uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Haverford shoots for a takedown but Venables saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Venables steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tom Haverford . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Venables throws a combination. Haverford tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Venables thumps Haverford with a low kick.
Venables turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Haverford closes the distance but Venables moves to the side
and Venables counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T2#
Venables throws a nice outside leg kick.
Venables looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Venables connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Haverford thows a leg kick but Venables checks it
and Venables counters with a good low kick that Haverford was not able to check.
Venables is looking to slow Haverford down with leg kicks.
Venables ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#KD2#
Oh, that's a big right hand from Venables and Haverford goes tumbling to the canvas! Venables follows him to the ground and looks to finish from half guard. #ROC2#
Haverford is rocked!#CUT2#
Tom Haverford 's cut is getting worse.
Venables not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Haverford is not content to let Venables control the position.
Haverford is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Venables throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Haverford avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Venables.
Venables missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Venables thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Haverford 's head.
Haverford is controlling Venables's trapped leg to prevent Venables from advancing to side control.
Venables is keen to just control but Haverford is a slippery customer.
Haverford avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Venables.
Venables throwing shots but Haverford is blocking nicely.
Venables not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Venables sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Haverford defending well though.
Haverford keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Venables not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Venables is looking to advance position but Haverford won't allow it.
Venables thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Haverford 's head. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A low kick from Haverford misses
and Venables counters with an outside leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Venables.
Venables ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Venables throws a fast counter high kick but Haverford manages to duck under it in time.
Haverford sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Venables moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Haverford walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Venables moves out of range of the leg kick from Haverford .
A jab from Venables does it's job there.
Haverford gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Venables.#CUT2#
Tom Haverford 's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
An inside leg kick lands from Venables.
Venables's coach down at Bad Company Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Venables's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL#
Haverford has Venables up against the cage in a clinch.
Venables lands with a left to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice left hand lands by Venables.
Oh Haverford is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Haverford is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Haverford seems to have got his legs back now.
Venables scores with an uppercut up the middle.#CUT2#
Jeez, Tom Haverford 's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.#BC2#
Venables breaks from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joseph Venables dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Haverford 's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Haverford stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Venables.
Venables circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Haverford drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Venables follows Haverford to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joseph Venables!
Joseph Venables decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Haverford is looking to slow Jones down with leg kicks. #CL#
Haverford gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nice body punch from Haverford .
A bit of stalling here from Haverford .
Haverford lands a knee to the body.
Haverford using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Haverford blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Haverford manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Jones working aggressively here.
Jones takes a knee right on the jaw!
Jones goes for a takedown in the clinch but Haverford prevents it.
Jones being controlled against the cage.
Haverford will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Jones up against the cage.#TD#
Haverford turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Haverford manages to end up in side control.#T1#
Jones is trying to escape the position but Haverford is controlling the position. #SUB#
Haverford has hold of Jones's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Jones seems comfortable defending it but Haverford has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Jones is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Jones is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Haverford couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tom Haverford !
Tom Haverford seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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