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Event:
TWGC 20 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Henrik Stenson (ranked 989 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ishiihara Sakuraba (ranked 9150 p4p, 0 weight class). Stenson comes to the cage accompanied by Young Jeezy - I'm Here. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Henrik Stenson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Ishiihara Sakuraba!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Alan Glass and Cecil Peabody.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sakuraba gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Stenson to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Stenson (2) vs (0) Sakuraba
Sakuraba keeping moving, preventing Stenson from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stenson tries to free his leg and advance position but Sakuraba is retaining full guard.
Stenson wants to control from the top but Sakuraba keeps moving.
Sakuraba keeping full guard, as Stenson tries to pass.
Sakuraba 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sakuraba is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stenson (2) vs (2) Sakuraba
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson working a defensive guard here.
Stenson controlling Sakuraba's posture.
Stenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Sakuraba sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stenson trying to control the position here.
Sakuraba sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sakuraba stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Stenson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sakuraba keeps trying to improve his position.
Sakuraba is stalling in the full guard.
Let's hope that Sakuraba has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Sakuraba trying to control the position from guard on top but Stenson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sakuraba preventing the sweep.
Stenson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stenson (4) vs (2) Sakuraba
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stenson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sakuraba trying to control here.
Sakuraba looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sakuraba tries to roll over but Stenson keeps him under control.
Stenson is trying to control the action in half guard but Sakuraba is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sakuraba wants to control but Stenson is keeping busy.
Sakuraba keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Stenson prevents Sakuraba from improving his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stenson controlling the action here.
Sakuraba is not content to let Stenson control the position.
Stenson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sakuraba tries to roll over but Stenson keeps him under control.
Stenson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sakuraba is just riding it out for now. Stenson eventually gives up the hold.
Stenson prevents Sakuraba from improving his position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Stenson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Stenson slows the pace down in half guard.
Stenson is trying to control. Sakuraba wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Stenson seems to be looking for submissions.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sakuraba is refusing to be controlled, as Stenson sits in half guard.
Sakuraba actively working from the bottom here.
Sakuraba gets full guard.
Sakuraba is trying to control the position but Stenson postures up.
Stenson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Stenson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sakuraba is keeping the position for now.
Sakuraba is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Stenson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Sakuraba trying to control the position.
Stenson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakuraba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sakuraba is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stenson (4) vs (4) Sakuraba
Sakuraba is pushing down on Stenson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Stenson is fighting to maintain full guard but Sakuraba has managed to sneak the leg through.
Stenson is trying to control but can't.
Stenson is looking for a sweep. Sakuraba is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sakuraba trying to control the action but Stenson is working from the bottom.
Sakuraba is looking to pass Stenson's guard but actually Stenson recovers to full guard.
Sakuraba trying to control but Stenson is working from the bottom.
Sakuraba is looking to advance position but Stenson has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Stenson (8) vs (4) Sakuraba
Stenson prevents Sakuraba from getting the reversal.
Sakuraba regains half guard.
Sakuraba works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sakuraba is trying to hold Stenson in close to prevent damage but Stenson has managed to pass into half guard.
Stenson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Stenson stalling.
Stenson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sakuraba does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Stenson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sakuraba is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Stenson wants to work for an arm triangle but Sakuraba is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sakuraba is looking for a sweep. Stenson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sakuraba is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Stenson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Stenson's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Stenson (8) vs (8) Sakuraba
Sakuraba working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Stenson is really stuck here.
What can Stenson do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Sakuraba's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Stenson can't escape the position.
Stenson wants to control his opponent's hands but Sakuraba gets his hands free.
Sakuraba controls the action.
You can see the frustration on Stenson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Stenson trying to control the action but Sakuraba just sinks the hooks in.
Sakuraba working for the choke.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Sakuraba has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Stenson's body.
Stenson trying to control the action but Sakuraba just sinks the hooks in.
Stenson 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 Sakuraba gets his way!
Sakuraba tries to keep control of the position but Stenson is staying busy.
Stenson trying to control the hands but Sakuraba breaks the grip.
Sakuraba is trying to control but Stenson is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Sakuraba can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Stenson is looking to escape.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Sakuraba takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Sakuraba trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Stenson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Sakuraba content just to control the position here.
Sakuraba with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Sakuraba looking to secure an arm triangle but Stenson defends it well.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sakuraba tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Stenson gets back to half guard.
Sakuraba wants to take a breather but Stenson is having none of it.
Sakuraba slows the pace down in half guard.
Stenson wants to get back to full guard.
Stenson is controlling Sakuraba's trapped leg to prevent Sakuraba from advancing to side control.
Stenson is trying to get back to full guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Sakuraba wants to pass the guard but Stenson is defending well.
Sakuraba slows the pace down in half guard.
Stenson tries to roll over but Sakuraba keeps him under control.
Sakuraba seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Stenson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sakuraba is pressing down on Stenson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Stenson is holding on for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stenson is looking to control Sakuraba's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stenson avoid being mounted?
Sakuraba wants to control but Stenson is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Stenson is heads and Sakuraba is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... tails!
Sakuraba wins on points by 9 to 8. |
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Event:
MMMA 31: Booney Vs Stenson
Date: Jul 08, 2017 |
#R1#
A bone on bone clash there as Bonney blocks the leg kick.
Bonney throws a big counter combination but Stenson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Stenson scoring well with a low kick there.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Stenson lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bonney has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bonney and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Stenson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonney.
Stenson misses with an uppercut. Bonney saw that one coming.
Bonney scores with a jab to the head.
That kick from Bonney tenderised Stenson's leg. Stenson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Henrik Stenson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stenson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bonney. That did some damage!
Stenson fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson tries to clinch up
and Bonney connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Stenson cracks the inside of Bonney's front leg.
Bonney throws a body punch but Stenson moves out of range. #T1##TD2#
Stenson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bonney did well to prevent Stenson getting side control.
Stenson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bonney keeping control of the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bonney manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bonney looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stenson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bonney is keeping the position for now.
Bonney looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bonney is controlling Stenson's posture.
Stenson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Stenson trying to control but Bonney is working from the bottom.
Stenson being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
Stenson stopping the sweep attempt from Bonney.
Bonney wants to get back to his feet but Stenson passes into half guard.
Bonney is controlling Stenson's trapped leg to prevent Stenson from advancing to side control.
Bonney avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Stenson.
Bonney controlling the position well.
Bonney is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bonney is working hard here to advance position.
Bonney won't allow Stenson to pass to mount.
Bonney is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Stenson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Stenson's back!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonney controls the action.#T3#
Bonney is not going to allow Stenson to sit and survive in this position.
Bonney is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Bonney is hanging on to Stenson's back as he tries to escape.
Good control from Bonney.
Bonney'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.
Bonney is hanging on to Stenson's back as he tries to escape.
#T4#
Stenson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stenson tries to escape the position.
Stenson keeps trying to improve his position.
Good control from Bonney.
Further stalling from Bonney.
Stenson is in bad spot here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bonney just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Stenson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
William Henry Bonney dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Bonney is looking to clinch but Stenson is avoiding it.
Stenson feints and then cracks Bonney's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bonney down.
Bonney is looking to land body kicks.
Bonney moves in looking to clinch but Stenson pushes him off.
Stenson wants to slow Bonney down by chopping away at his legs.
Bonney throws a right hand that Stenson ducks under and follows up with a left that Stenson also avoids with ease.
Bonney uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stenson.
Bonney tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stenson was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonney.
A jab from Bonney does it's job there.
Bonney throws a chopping leg kick but Stenson manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lazy left from Bonney finds it's target.
Bonney seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Stenson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bonney tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Stenson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stenson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Stenson works Bonney's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Stenson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bonney uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stenson.
William Henry Bonney is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bonney throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Stenson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bonney keeps the fight on the outside.
Stenson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bonney misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stenson.
A telegraphed right hand from Bonney misses the target.
Stenson throws out a counter right but Bonney avoids it with no problem.
Stenson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonney sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonney feints a jab promting Stenson to slip. Bonney then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Stenson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Stenson misses with a low kick.
Stenson misses with a wild body shot.
Bonney went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bonney keeps the fight on the outside.
Stenson is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bonney rather than just go for the knockout.
Stenson throws a low kick, looking for Bonney's leg but Bonney calmly moves out of range.
Bonney throws a combination. Stenson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T2#
Stenson looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonney is just out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonney takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Stenson shoots in but Bonney avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bonney tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Stenson.
Bonney pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
An inside leg kick lands from Stenson.
Bonney throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Stenson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonney manages to avoid it.
Stenson lands a head shot.
Stenson misses with an uppercut.
Bonney jabs Stenson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bonney getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bonney is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stenson can do to turn this around?#T3#
Bonney throws a leg kick but Stenson sees it coming and moves out of range.
A slow jab from Stenson misses its intended target.
Stenson scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Stenson.
Stenson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Stenson fails with the takedown.
William Henry Bonney has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Henrik Stenson.
Bonney misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bonney avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Stenson walks into a straight right hand from Bonney.
Bonney looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bonney.
William Henry Bonney is winning the standup battle so far.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bonney.
Stenson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T4#
Stenson blocks a leg kick.
Stenson with the counter takedown but Bonney avoids it easily.
Stenson misses with an uppercut.
Bonney takes a swing at Stenson's ribcage but misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stenson throws a leg kick
and Bonney counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Stenson throws a leg kick but Bonney checks it.
Bonney throws a series of punches but Stenson moves out of range.
Stenson tries to close the distance and clinch but Bonney swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bonney was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bonney throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bonney misses with a low kick.
Bonney feints a jab promting Stenson to slip. Bonney then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Stenson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Bonney throws a sloppy head kick
and Stenson counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonney slips a jab and a cross from Stenson.
Bonney half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bonney gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Stenson scores with the left hand. Bonney knows he should have avoided that one.
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 William Henry Bonney will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Bonney buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bonney throws a lazy right hand but Stenson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bonney fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bonney checks a low kick from Stenson.
Stenson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A jab from Bonney misses.
Stenson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bonney misses with a wild body shot.
Bonney checks a low kick from Stenson.
Stenson just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBonney.
Bonney moves out of range of the leg kick from Stenson.
Stenson throws a hook to the side of Bonney's head but Bonney sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson scores with a jab. Bonney acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Stenson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bonney paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stenson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Stenson scoring well with a low kick there.
Bonney lands a front kick.#T1#
Stenson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Stenson is looking to clinch.
A combination from Bonney does no damage.
Good work by Bonney as he checks the leg kick.
Bonney is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Stenson throws a leg kick but Bonney moved away.
Stenson with a poor takedown
and Bonney counters with a body kick.
Stenson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bonney moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Stenson looks to land a left hand but Bonney moved out of range nicely.
Bonney throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Stenson throws a leg kick but Bonney sees it coming and checks it nicely. #CL#
Bonney gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Stenson. #BC#
Bonney escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Stenson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
It looked like Bonney was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bonney blocks a low kick nicely.
Bonney misses with a shot to the body
letting Stenson counter with a right hand.
Bonney defending well as Stenson loads up on a big left hand.
Stenson has a takedown stuffed.
William Henry Bonney has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Henrik Stenson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonney tries to clinch there but Stenson circles away.
Bonney fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stenson manages to avoid it.
Stenson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Stenson fails with a takedown attempt.
Stenson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T3#
Stenson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Stenson slips a jab and a cross from Bonney.
Bonney darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bonney ducks under a wild hook from Stenson.
Bonney misses with a kick to the body
and Stenson counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bonney's knee momentarily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Stenson.
Stenson thuds his right hand into Bonney's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bonney throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A punch lands to the side of Bonney 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bonney takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bonney misses with a series of wild punches.
Stenson has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Stenson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonney sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonney displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Stenson throws out the jab. #T4#
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!
Stenson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Stenson throws a big shot that misses.
Bonney steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stenson.
Stenson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bonney feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Stenson's calf.
Stenson throws a solid leg kick but Bonney takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Stenson.
Stenson looks to land a right hand but Bonney moved out of range.
Bonney is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Stenson is looking to clinch.
Bonney appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bonney throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bonney loads up on a big right hand but Stenson slips the punch.
Bonney avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bonney swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Stenson misses with a double jab
and Bonney counters with a thumping low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but William Henry Bonney did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Stenson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bonney in his tracks.
Stenson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stenson throws a counter combo.#CL#
Bonney instigates a clinch.
Stenson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bonney pulls his leg out and moves away.
Stenson throws a right hand that Bonney ducks under and follows up with a left that Bonney also avoids with ease.#TD#
Bonney feints and as Stenson raises his hands in defense, Bonney changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bonney seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson keeping moving, preventing Bonney from controlling successfully.
William Henry Bonney overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bonney preventing the sweep.
Stenson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bonney manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T1#
Bonney is controlling Stenson's posture.
Stenson throws a big elbow that misses.
Bonney looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stenson wants to control from the top but Bonney keeps moving.
Stenson preventing the sweep.
Stenson connects with a couple of short punches.
Stenson lands a couple of digs.
Bonney is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Stenson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonney is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stenson won't allow Bonney to sweep him here. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bonney is pulling down on Stenson's head to control his posture.
Stenson content to stall in guard here.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Bonney wants to stand up but Stenson is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Stenson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A leg kick checked by Bonney.
Bonney seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Stenson throws a solid leg kick but Bonney takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Stenson.
Nice sprawl there from Stenson as Bonney shoots in.
Stenson with a nice cross.
Horrible takedown attempt by Stenson or perhaps it was just good defense by Bonney, which made it look bad.
Stenson motions for Bonney to come forward. Stenson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bonney throwing a counter right hand but Stenson manages to avoid it.#T3#
Stenson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Stenson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bonney is out of range and Stenson settles back down.
Stenson dives in and grabs Bonney's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bonney pushes down on Stenson's head and hops out.
William Henry Bonney has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Henrik Stenson.#CL#
Bonney gets a clinch.
Stenson wants a takedown.
#BC#
Bonney breaks from the clinch.
Stenson throws out a loose jab but Bonney uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stenson dodges the punch combination from Bonney.
Stenson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bonney throws a leg kick
and Stenson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bonney looks to score with a jab to the body but Stenson is just out of range.
And Stenson tries to counter it with a takedown but Bonney pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bonney throws a jab but it's blocked by Stenson. #T4#
Stenson tries to work over Bonney's front leg with a kick but Bonney checks it.
Stenson stuns Bonney with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Stenson checks a low kick from Bonney.
Bonney tries to clinch there but Stenson circles away.
Stenson fails with a takedown attempt.
Stenson fails with the takedown
and Bonney cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bonney checks a leg kick.
Bonney appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stenson takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
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!
Bonney throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Stenson counters with a shoot takedown. Bonney fights it but they end up in guard.
Stenson tries to free his leg and advance position but Bonney is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that William Henry Bonney will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Stenson throws a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bonney throws a series of punches but Stenson moves out of range.
Stenson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bonney throws a nice looking combination but Stenson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Stenson checks a low kick from Bonney.
Bonney throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bonney connects with a body shot.
Bonney tries to close the distance and clinch up but Stenson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Some bone on bone action there as Stenson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Stenson. That's going to slow Bonney down.
Stenson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Stenson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bonney throws a leg kick which misses Stenson's front leg but catches the back leg as Stenson tries to avoid it.
Stenson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Bonney shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL2#
Stenson instigates a clinch.
Bonney is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Bonney lands a body punch.
Bonney misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD2#
Bonney is fighting off a takedown attempt but Stenson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Bonney to the mat. Bonney regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bonney holds on and takes a little breather.
Stenson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bonney wants to sweep here but Stenson controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Bonney looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bonney looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stenson distracts Bonney with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Bonney tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bonney looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bonney has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bonney is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T3#
Bonney controlling the pace.
Bonney is thwarting Stenson's attempts to control the position.
Well, if Bonney is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Stenson is pressing down on Bonney's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Stenson keeping full guard, as Bonney tries to pass.
Bonney sitting in guard here, content to control.
Stenson pulls Bonney in close to his closed guard and prevents Bonney from doing any damage or advancing position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Stenson is trying to keep Bonney in close.
Bonney is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Stenson is pulling down on Bonney's head to control his posture.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Let's hope that Stenson has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bonney throws a sloppy head kick and Stenson moves out of range easily.
A combination from Bonney does no damage.
Bonney just misses with a punch to the body.
Henrik Stenson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stenson avoids the body shot from Bonney.
And that's the end of the fight!
William Henry Bonney showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bonney 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 50:45
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 50:46
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... William Henry Bonney!
William Henry Bonney made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Norman, I told you I would make you famous! But unfortunately for you it means I took your belt! Broken Halo Pride!'.
In defeat, Henrik Stenson stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thank you for the fight. This loss is proof that an old geezer like me just doesn't have it anymore. This was my last fight and I want to thank my fans and supporters for everything.'.
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Event:
HFC 316 Alves vs Holgersson
Date: Jun 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Stenson misses with a looping right.
Stenson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jab, jab by Stenson - just one landing.
Rock blocks a low kick nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Rock misses.
Stenson misses with a leg kick
and Stenson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rock throws a hook but Stenson avoids it easily.
Stenson throws a right and a left that Rock avoids nicely.
Stenson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rock is fending him off so far but Stenson persists. Nope, Rock circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson lands with a cross.
Rock smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Stenson tries to work over Rock's front leg with a kick but Rock checks it.
Rock lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Stenson throws a big shot that misses.
Stenson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rock is out of range and Stenson settles back down.
Rock throws out a counter right but Stenson avoids it with no problem.
Stenson lands with a right hand.
Stenson lands with a thumping leg kick.
A low kick from Stenson misses
and Rock counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Rock takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rock throws a body shot but no joy.
Stenson scores with a jab to the head.
Henrik Stenson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stenson misses with a low kick.
Rock looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rock takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Stenson does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #T2#
Stenson misses with a hook
and Rock counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A clash of legs there as Rock blocks the low kick.
Rock now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
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!
Stenson throws a looping overhand right but Rock ducks down to avoid it.
Stenson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Stenson throws a leg kick but Rock sees it coming and moves out of range.
Rock throws out a counter right but Stenson avoids it with no problem.
Stenson just misses with a punch to the body.
Stenson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rock moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rock now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rock lands a right hook to the body.
Stenson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Stenson throws a right hand that misses
and Rock counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rock displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Stenson throws out the jab.
Stenson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Stenson or perhaps it was just good defense by Rock, which made it look bad.
Rock is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Stenson with a body shot.
Stenson misses with a wild body shot.
A low kick from Stenson is predictable there
and Rock counters with a nice uppercut.
Stenson misses with a hook
and Rock counters with a right hand to the body.
Stenson misses with a looping right.
Stenson scores with a leg kick.
Rock digs a good body shot into Stenson's ribs.
Stenson throws a leg kick but Rock checks it.
Rock defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Stenson.
A nice side step and Rock releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henrik Stenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rock is out of range and Stenson settles back down. #T4#
Stenson throws an off balance right hand
and Rock counters with a right hand to the body.
Stenson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rock. That did some damage!
Stenson looks to land a right hand but Rock moved out of range.
Stenson moves forwards but Rock connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Stenson tests Rock's chin there with a solid looking shot.
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!
Stenson pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Rock back to the cage. Stenson follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Stenson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Stenson throws an off balance right hand
and Rock counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Stenson wants to land a leg kick but Rock is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Stenson misses with a low kick.
Stenson throws a right hand that Rock ducks under and follows up with a left that Rock also avoids with ease.
Stenson throws a combination that misses
and Rock counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stenson misses with a lunging right hand
and Rock counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rock moves out of range of the strikes.
Stenson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Stenson throws a leg kick
and Rock counters with a straight right hand.
Stenson throws a right hand that misses
letting Rock counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rock.
Rock throws out a counter right but Stenson avoids it with no problem.
Rock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stenson.
Stenson shoots in looking for a takedown but Rock manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Stenson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Stenson jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Stenson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Stenson throws a jab but it's blocked by Rock.
Stenson throws an overhand right that lands on Rock's shoulder, as Rock tries to avoid the shot.
Stenson throws a leg kick but Rock sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Stenson misses with a low kick as Rock jumps back.
Rock is looking for the big counter here.
Rock checks a leg kick.
Stenson throws a body shot but no joy.
Stenson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rock. Stenson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Stenson throws a leg kick
and Rock counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rock keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Rock on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Rock bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
An inside leg kick from Stenson misses.
Rock checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nice defenses there by Rock.
Rock moves out of range as Stenson strikes.
Stenson does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #TD#
Stenson gets the takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stenson is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Rock is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Stenson asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T3##ES2#
Rock throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Stenson throws a leg kick but Rock sees it coming and moves out of range.
Stenson throws a solid leg kick but Rock takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Stenson.
Stenson throws a series of punches but Rock moves out of range.
Rock swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Stenson swings for the body but Rock moves out of range.
Stenson loads up on a big right hand but Rock slips the punch.
Rock appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Henrik Stenson is winning the standup battle so far.
Stenson misses with a takedown
and Rock counters with a lovely straight right hand!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Stenson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henrik Stenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Stenson misses with a straight left.
Rock blocks a low kick nicely.#TD#
Stenson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Stenson showed some decent athleticism there.
Rock is trying to stand up here but Stenson is controlling him well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rock blocking the ground and pound attempt from Stenson.
Stenson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Rock pushes Stenson off looking to stand but Stenson dives back in and keeps control.
Rock is not content to let Stenson control the position.
Stenson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Stenson stops Rock from getting back to his feet.
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 Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod.
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#
Rock slips under a jab from Stenson.
Stenson thows a leg kick but Rock checks it
and Rock counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stenson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Stenson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice uppercut lands for Stenson. That snapped Rock's head back.
Stenson lands a leg kick that knocks Rock off balance momentarily.
Stenson works the jab nicely.
Rock slips under a jab.
Rock throws out a counter right but Stenson avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson misses with a hook.
Rock moves out of range of the leg kick from Stenson.
Rock looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rock swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
Stenson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Rock misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Rock checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rock fails to land with a series of punches.
Rock misses the shot to the body.
Stenson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Rock looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Stenson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Stenson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rock checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rock throws a counter combo.
Stenson misses with a low kick as Rock jumps back.
Stenson throws a big shot that misses.
Stenson throws a leg kick but Rock sees it coming and moves out of range.
Rock is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2#
Stenson misses with a hook.
Stenson throws a leg kick
and Rock counters with a stiff right hand.
A low kick from Stenson is predictable there
and Rock makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rock throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Stenson misses with a jab to the body
and Rock makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nice cross by Rock.
Stenson looks to land a left hand but Rock moved out of range nicely.
Stenson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big left from Stenson misses.
Stenson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rock is out of range.
As Stenson backs off Rock throws a huge counter combo but Stenson manages to avoid it all.#T3#
Stenson misses with a double jab.
Stenson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rock moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rock keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rock's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Stenson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rock counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Stenson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rock.
That kick from Stenson tenderised Rock's leg. Rock is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rock throws a hook to the side of Stenson's head but Stenson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Stenson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rock has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Stenson.
Stenson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rock! But no joy.
Stenson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T4#
Stenson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rock moves away.
Stenson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rock.
Rock is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Stenson with a body shot.
Rock throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Stenson.
Rock connects with a body shot that sends Stenson's belly button to the back.
Stenson is looking to chop away at Rock's legs.
A countering left hand to the body from Rock misses.
Stenson connects with a single shot there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stenson looks to land a left hand but Rock moved out of range nicely.
Rock checks a low kick from Stenson.
Rock doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A combination from Stenson does no damage.
Stenson loads up on a big right hand but Rock slips the punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henrik Stenson clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
A punch lands to the side of Stenson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Stenson throws an overhand right that lands on Rock's shoulder, as Rock tries to avoid the shot.
Rock misses with a straight left.
Stenson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Stenson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Stenson with a poor takedown
and Rock counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab lands there for Stenson.
Stenson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rock manages to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Rock misses.
Stenson cracks Rock with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rock checks a leg kick.
Rock throws out a counter right but Stenson avoids it with no problem.
Stenson throws a front kick aimed at Rock's knee but Rock avoids it well.
Stenson misses with a right hand
and Rock cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Stenson misses with a straight left.
Stenson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Stenson throws a looping overhand right but Rock ducks down to avoid it.
Rock takes one to the chin there.
Stenson scores with a one two! Rock had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Stenson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rock.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Stenson.
Stenson throws a leg kick
and Rock counters with a stiff right hand.
Stenson cracks Rock with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stenson.
Rock doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Stenson throws a chopping leg kick but Rock manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Stenson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rock counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Stenson thinking.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rock scores with the left hand. Stenson knows he should have avoided that one.
Rock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stenson.
Rock misses with a straight right.
Rock changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rock stuffs the takedown attempt from Stenson. Stenson gets slowly back to his feet.
Rock looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henrik Stenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rock checks a leg kick.
Lance Rock is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Stenson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rock!#T3#
Rock is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Stenson has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Rock is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Stenson lands an elbow.
Rock wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stenson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Rock will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Stenson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rock keeps working.
Rock is pushing Stenson's head away, looking to escape. Stenson manages to hold on to the position though.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Stenson cracks a nice hook into Rock's ribs.
No luck for Stenson with that takedown attempt.
Stenson wants to slow Rock down by chopping away at his legs.
Rock now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rock misses the shot to the body.
Rock slips under a jab from Stenson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henrik Stenson had his way with Lance Rock in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Rock ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stenson moves away.
Stenson is looking to chop away at Rock's legs.
Rock let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rock misses with a body shot.
Stenson tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rock is able to avoid easily.
Rock swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Stenson throws a leg kick
and Rock counters with a straight right hand.
Rock throws a hook to the side of Stenson's head but Stenson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Stenson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Stenson misses.
Stenson tries to land a leg kick but Rock saw it coming and moves away.
Nice defenses there by Stenson.
Rock ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stenson moves away.#T1#
Rock just misses with a punch to the body.
Stenson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rock momentarily.
Rock darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rock scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Stenson fails with a takedown attempt.
Rock slips a jab from Stenson.
Rock appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Stenson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Stenson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#ES2#
Rock throws Stenson to one side and escapes!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stenson cracks the inside of Rock's front leg.
Stenson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rock throws out the jab.
Rock blocks a low kick nicely.
Rock throws a counter combo.
Stenson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A nice side step and Rock releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Rock defending well as Stenson loads up on a big left hand.
Rock lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Rock takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Stenson throws a right hand that Rock ducks under and follows up with a left that Rock also avoids with ease.
Stenson misses with an uppercut
and Rock counters with a straight right hand.
Stenson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rock gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T3#
Stenson scores with a punch to the head.
Stenson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rock has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Rock avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Stenson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rock is looking for the big counter here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stenson. Rock does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rock throws out a counter right but Stenson avoids it with no problem.
Stenson ducks under a wild hook from Rock.
Stenson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rock slips a jab and a cross from Stenson.
Stenson throws a solid leg kick but Rock takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Stenson.
Rock takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T4#
Stenson lands with a straight right. Rock didn't see that one coming.
Stenson tries to score with a low kick but Rock moves his leg out of the way.
Stenson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rock sprawls well. Rock wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Stenson gets slowly back to his feet.
Lance Rock has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stenson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rock.
A low kick from Stenson misses
and Rock connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Stenson misses with a low kick.
Rock uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stenson.
Henrik Stenson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rock uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stenson.
Rock is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
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 Henrik Stenson.
Well Stenson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 50:45
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 50:45
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Henrik Stenson!
Henrik Stenson retains his lightweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Henrik Stenson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
HFC 314 Stenson vs Holgersson
Date: May 20, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Holgersson feints and as Stenson raises his hands in defense, Holgersson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Holgersson wants to control from the top but Stenson keeps moving.
Stenson has control of Holgersson's left arm, preventing Holgersson from doing any damage.
Holgersson wants to pass the guard but Stenson is keeping the position.
Holgersson passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Holgersson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Stenson, who protects the arm well.
Holgersson looks up at the clock and then as Stenson takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Holgersson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Holgersson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Stenson can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Holgersson tries to move into full mount but can't pass Stenson's legs.
Holgersson throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Holgersson has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ballshoi Ballet 4. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Stenson on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Holgersson tries to move into full mount but can't pass Stenson's legs.
Stenson wants to control but Holgersson postures up.#SUB2#
Holgersson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Holgersson in side control, throwing shots but Stenson defends.
Stenson is trying to control Holgersson's posture but Holgersson avoids it. #SUB2#
Holgersson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Stenson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Holgersson but great work by Stenson.#T2#
Holgersson looks to move to half guard but instead Stenson has passed into mount! Damn!
Stenson is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Stenson trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Holgersson is trying desperately to improve position.
Holgersson tries to hold on but Stenson pushes him away.
Stenson is looking to stand but Holgersson has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Holgersson wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Stenson has the hooks in. Holgersson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T3#
Holgersson prevents Stenson from getting a body triangle.
Holgersson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Stenson is trying to stand.#SU#
Stenson has Holgersson's back but decides to stand back up... Obviously he fancies his chances in the standup department!
Stenson connects with an inside leg kick.
Holgersson tries to move into range but Stenson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Holgersson looks to throw the jab but Stenson is out of range.
Holgersson throws a leg kick but Stenson checks it.
Stenson throws a low kick but Holgersson avoids it.
Stenson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Holgersson misses with a wild body shot. #TD2#
Holgersson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Holgersson is looking to work some ground and pound but Stenson has wrist control.#T4#
Stenson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Holgersson trying to control but Stenson is working from the bottom.
Holgersson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Stenson pulls Holgersson in to control the position.
Holgersson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Stenson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Holgersson is one step ahead there.
Holgersson trying to control but Stenson is working from the bottom.
Holgersson landing some decent shots from guard.
Stenson wants to sweep here but Holgersson controlling him for the moment.
Holgersson wants to control from the top but Stenson keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nils Holgersson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Holgersson moves out of range of the strikes.
Stenson connects with the punch.#TD#
Stenson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Holgersson did well to prevent Stenson getting side control.
Stenson tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #SUB2#
Holgersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Holgersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stenson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Holgersson. #SUB2#
Holgersson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
#SUB2#
Holgersson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stenson pulls his head out easily.
Stenson prevents Holgersson from improving his position.#T1##SUB2#
Stenson moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Holgersson.
Stenson wants to stand but Holgersson has his arm trapped.
Holgersson is looking for a sweep.
Holgersson gets back to half guard.
Holgersson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Stenson wants to stand but Holgersson has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Stenson won't allow Holgersson to get back to his feet.
Holgersson looking for a sweep. Not yet Holgersson, not yet.
Stenson tries to stand but Holgersson is controlling from the bottom. #SU#
Stenson stands up from guard. Let's bang!
No luck for Holgersson with that takedown attempt.
Holgersson throws a low kick but Stenson avoids it.
Stenson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Holgersson avoids the body shot from Stenson.
Stenson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Holgersson's calf.
Stenson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#T3#
Holgersson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Stenson is out of range and Holgersson settles back down.
Holgersson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Stenson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Stenson lands with a hook. Holgersson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Stenson.
Holgersson goes for a double leg but Stenson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Stenson continues to drive forward.
Holgersson is looking to clinch but Stenson is avoiding it.
Stenson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Stenson lands with a hook. Holgersson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Stenson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Holgersson doesn't seem bothered though.
Stenson tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Henrik Stenson is winning the standup battle so far.
Stenson throws a low kick but Holgersson avoids it.
Stenson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Holgersson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Stenson attempts a counter takedown but Holgersson avoids it well and moves away.#T4#
That kick from Stenson tenderised Holgersson's leg. Holgersson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Stenson scores with a hook to the body. Holgersson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Stenson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Holgersson tries a head kick but it misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Holgersson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Stenson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Holgersson is in Stenson's guard.
Holgersson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Stenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Holgersson throwing strikes but missing.
Holgersson wants to pass the guard but Stenson is keeping the position.
Stenson pulls Holgersson in close to prevent any damage.
Holgersson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Stenson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henrik Stenson dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Holgersson misses with a head kick.
Holgersson checks the leg kick.#TD2#
Holgersson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Stenson to the ground. Holgersson is now in Stenson's guard.
Holgersson looking to pass the guard.
Stenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Holgersson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Stenson wants to sweep here but Holgersson controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson managing to control the position.
Holgersson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Stenson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Holgersson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Stenson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Holgersson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stenson has managed to get both his arms back between Holgersson's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Holgersson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stenson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stenson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Holgersson working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Holgersson is looking for a triangle but Stenson pushes his legs off easily.
Nils Holgersson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Holgersson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Stenson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Stenson controlling the position.
Stenson continues to stall.#SUB2#
Holgersson postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Stenson is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Holgersson, into his guard. #REVR##T2#
Stenson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Holgersson's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Holgersson looking for a sweep. Not yet Holgersson, not yet.
Stenson wants to get up but he can't break Holgersson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU#
Stenson gets to his feet. Holgersson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Holgersson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Holgersson checks a leg kick.
Holgersson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Holgersson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Stenson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T3#
Stenson misses with a hook. Holgersson ducked under it nicely.
Holgersson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Holgersson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Holgersson.
Holgersson with the counter takedown but Stenson avoids it easily.#TD#
Stenson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Holgersson's guard.
Stenson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Holgersson's guard.#SUB2#
Holgersson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Stenson defends it easily.
Stenson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Holgersson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Holgersson wants to sweep but no luck.
Stenson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Holgersson's guard.#SU#
Stenson stands up from Holgersson's guard - Stenson perhaps looking for a knockout. #T4#
Stenson throws a solid leg kick but Holgersson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Stenson.
Holgersson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Stenson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Holgersson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Holgersson moves forwards but Stenson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Holgersson fails to land the takedown.
Stenson throws a hook but Holgersson avoids it easily.
Holgersson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Holgersson.
Henrik Stenson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stenson misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A head kick misses from Holgersson.
A solid leg kick lands there for Stenson.
Stenson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henrik Stenson clearly takes 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.
#R4#
Stenson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Holgersson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Stenson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Holgersson's sensitive parts.
Stenson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Stenson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Holgersson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Holgersson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Stenson connects with an inside leg kick.
Holgersson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Holgersson moves out of range as Stenson strikes.
An inside leg kick lands from Stenson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Holgersson is out of range.
Stenson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Holgersson can do to turn this around?
Stenson throws an overhand right that lands on Holgersson's shoulder, as Holgersson tries to avoid the shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Stenson, right into the meat.
Holgersson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stenson.#T1#
Stenson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Stenson throws a hook but Holgersson avoids it easily.
Holgersson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Stenson swivels and escapes.
Henrik Stenson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nils Holgersson.
Stenson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Holgersson under the eye.
Stenson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Holgersson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Stenson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Holgersson sprawls and moves away.
That kick from Holgersson tenderised Stenson's leg. Stenson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Stenson stuns Holgersson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Holgersson wants to slow Stenson down by chopping away at his legs.
Stenson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Stenson ducks under a wild hook from Holgersson.
A big left from Stenson misses. #T2#
Holgersson thows a leg kick but Stenson checks it #TD#
and Stenson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Stenson wants to get up but he can't break Holgersson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Holgersson striking off his back but it's not causing Stenson any problems.
Holgersson has a closed guard, preventing Stenson from standing up.
Stenson stopping the sweep attempt from Holgersson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Holgersson has a closed guard, preventing Stenson from standing up.
Stenson preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Holgersson feints and as Stenson raises his hands in defense, Holgersson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T3#
Stenson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Holgersson is one step ahead there.
Holgersson being controlled here momentarily.
Stenson 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.
Holgersson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Holgersson wants to control from the top but Stenson keeps moving.
Stenson pulls Holgersson in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Holgersson wants to control from the top but Stenson keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Stenson throws an off balance right hand
#CL2#
and Holgersson counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Holgersson.
Holgersson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Stenson avoiding damage as Holgersson throws knees to the body.
Holgersson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stenson blocking some punches.
Holgersson lands with a short shot to the head.
Holgersson lands with a right to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henrik Stenson had his way with Nils Holgersson in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5#
A telegraphed right hand from Stenson misses the target. #TD#
Stenson dives in and scores a takedown into Holgersson's guard.
Stenson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Stenson won't allow Holgersson to sweep him here.
Stenson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Holgersson is proving hard to escape from.
Holgersson 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.
Stenson wants to get up but he can't break Holgersson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Stenson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Holgersson's calf.
Stenson scores with the left hand. Holgersson knows he should have avoided that one. #TD#
Stenson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Stenson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Holgersson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SU#
Stenson stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Holgersson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2#
Stenson lands a jab to Holgersson's midsection.
Holgersson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A low kick from Holgersson misses #TD#
and Stenson counters with a shoot takedown. Holgersson fights it but they end up in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stenson wanted to stand there but Holgersson had control of the position.
Holgersson working a defensive guard here.
Stenson wants to stand but Holgersson is controlling his posture from full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Holgersson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stenson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Holgersson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Holgersson looking for a guillotine here but Stenson defends easily.
Nils Holgersson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Holgersson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Stenson is one step ahead there.
Stenson wants to get up but he can't break Holgersson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Good shot there by Stenson.
Stenson throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Holgersson counters with a shoot takedown. Stenson fights it but they end up in guard.
Holgersson working some strikes from top position.
Stenson has momentary wrist control but Holgersson slips an elbow through the middle.
Holgersson wants to control from the top but Stenson keeps moving.
Holgersson distracts Stenson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Stenson pulls Holgersson in close to prevent any damage.
Stenson trying to keep a closed guard but Holgersson is proving a slippery customer.
Stenson keeping moving, preventing Holgersson from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Holgersson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that's the end of the fight!
Henrik Stenson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Stenson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:46
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Henrik Stenson!
Henrik Stenson retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Henrik Stenson 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.
Nils Holgersson spoke after the fight, saying 'Fyfan!'.
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HFC 307 Wolf vs Stenson
Date: Apr 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Stenson slaps away a takedown attempt from Wolf, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Stenson gets caught napping as Wolf dives in and scores a takedown. Stenson manages to retain guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Wolf throwing strikes but missing.
Wolf trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wolf has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Stenson 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.
Wolf lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stenson is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Wolf trying to keep a closed guard but Stenson is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU2#
Stenson stands up from Wolf's guard - Stenson perhaps looking for a knockout. #T1#
Wolf tries for a takedown but Stenson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Wolf tries to clinch but Stenson is having none of it.
Wolf has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Stenson.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wolf is defended easily by Stenson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hugo Wolf. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenson cracks Wolf with a good jab.
Stenson cracks Wolf with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL#
Wolf takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Stenson gets control of Wolf's arms and successfully pulls guard. Stenson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Stenson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wolf postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Wolf throwing strikes but missing.
Wolf scoring with punches to the head and body.
Wolf in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Wolf throws a big elbow that misses.
Wolf pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Stenson is keeping the position for now.
Stenson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wolf lands a couple of digs.
Wolf loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stenson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SU2#
Stenson decides to stand and escape the position.
Stenson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolf was well out of range. Poor timing from Stenson.
Wolf takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Stenson connects with the punch.
A good leg kick by Stenson. #TD#
Stenson gets caught napping as Wolf dives in and scores a takedown. Stenson manages to retain guard.
Wolf postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Wolf working some strikes from top position.
Stenson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wolf with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Stenson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Stenson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wolf throws a big elbow that misses.
Wolf preventing the sweep.
Stenson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Wolf has a closed guard, preventing Stenson from standing up. #T4#
Wolf looking for a sweep. Not yet Wolf, not yet.
Wolf pulls Stenson in close to prevent any damage.
Stenson wants to stand but Wolf is controlling his posture from full guard.
Wolf not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Wolf wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Stenson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Wolf's guard.
Wolf trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Wolf is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stenson is aware though and is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Wolf rushes Stenson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Stenson wants the takedown. Wolf is fighting it off but Stenson persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Wolf's guard against the cage.#ES#
Wolf has his feet on Stenson's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Stenson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Wolf takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wolf will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Wolf looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Stenson is fending him off so far but Wolf persists. Nope, Stenson circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wolf looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hugo Wolf. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An inside leg kick lands from Stenson.
Stenson stuns Wolf with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A left and a right from Stenson both land. Nice combination. #T1#
Stenson misses with a body shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Stenson, right into the meat.
Stenson takes a swing at Wolf's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Wolf takes the fight into the clinch.
Stenson gets underhooks to prevent Wolf's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Stenson wants the takedown. Wolf is fighting it off but Stenson persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Wolf's guard against the cage.
Wolf bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Stenson's guard. #REVR##SUB#
Wolf drops back looking for a leg! Stenson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Stenson manages to kick Wolf off! Wolf jumps back into Stenson's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wolf accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Stenson holds on and takes a little breather.
Wolf is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Wolf postures up and lands a big shot to Stenson's brow.
Wolf stopping the sweep attempt from Stenson.
Stenson is still trying to improve position.
Stenson is trying to control the position but Wolf postures up.
Stenson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Wolf missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wolf throws a big elbow that misses.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stenson is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Stenson wants to get up but he can't break Wolf's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Wolf controls Stenson momentarily but Stenson frees himself.
Hugo Wolf overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wolf tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wolf throws a nice elbow from the bottom.
Wolf is pulling down on Stenson's head. It's preventing any offense from Stenson, at least for the moment.#SU2#
Stenson stands and steps away. Wolf gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
Stenson shoots in and bounces Wolf off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Wolf is pulling down on Stenson's head. It's preventing any offense from Stenson, at least for the moment.
Wolf looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Stenson wanted to stand there but Wolf had control of the position.
Wolf working a defensive guard here.
Wolf tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Wolf working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stenson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stenson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Stenson wants to stand but Wolf is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Wolf tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Wolf.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Wolf's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Stenson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Stenson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Wolf.
Stenson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Stenson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Wolf has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Stenson misses with a straight left.
Stenson loads up on a big right hand but Wolf slips the punch.
Wolf attempts a counter takedown but Stenson avoids it well and moves away.#TD2#
Stenson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Wolf wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson wants to stand but Wolf has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Stenson preventing the sweep. #T1#
Stenson prevents Wolf from getting back to his feet.
Wolf wants to sweep here but Stenson controlling him for the moment.
Wolf is working hard here to advance position.
Stenson wants to get up but he can't break Wolf's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Wolf is trying to hold Stenson in close to prevent damage but Stenson has managed to pass into half guard.
Stenson wants to stand up but Wolf has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Wolf misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Wolf trying to control here.
It looks like Stenson is going to stand back up.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Stenson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nice sprawl there from Stenson as Wolf shoots in.
Stenson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Stenson wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hugo Wolf. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Stenson, right into the meat.
Stenson lands with a hook. Wolf tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wolf stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stenson.
A slapping leg kick lands for Stenson.
Stenson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Stenson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wolf is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Stenson scores with a leg kick.
Stenson scores with a leg kick.
#T3#
Stenson jabs Wolf right on the nose. Wolf blinks but takes it well.
Wolf looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wolf stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stenson.
Stenson connects with an inside leg kick.
Wolf on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Stenson. Stenson obviously looking to wear him down.
Wolf takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wolf shoots in and drives through. Stenson sprawls well.
Wolf shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Stenson sprawls well. Stenson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Wolf gets slowly back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wolf tries to clinch but Stenson is having none of it. #T4#
Wolf takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Stenson connects with an inside leg kick.
Wolf tries to close the distance and clinch but Stenson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Stenson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Stenson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Stenson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wolf dives in and grabs Stenson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Stenson pushes down on Wolf's head and hops out.
Stenson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jab, jab by Stenson - just one landing.
Stenson throws a leg kick which misses Wolf's front leg but catches the back leg as Wolf tries to avoid it.
Stenson misses with a low kick as Wolf jumps back.
Wolf fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Stenson feints the counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henrik Stenson really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Stenson connects with an inside leg kick.
Stenson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Wolf blocks a leg kick.
Stenson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stenson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wolf moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wolf is looking to clinch but Stenson is avoiding it.
Wolf chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Stenson can pounce on him.
Stenson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Henrik Stenson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Stenson swings for the body but Wolf moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Wolfs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice sprawl there from Stenson as Wolf shoots in.
Stenson is looking to chop away at Wolf's legs.
Stenson has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Stenson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Stenson as Wolf shoots in.
Henrik Stenson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stenson stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hugo Wolf. That's going to take a lot out of him.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Stenson.
#TD#
Wolf closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Stenson is looking to reverse the position.
Stenson controls the position for a moment.
Stenson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Stenson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wolf's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wolf's back!
Stenson is not going to allow Wolf to sit and survive in this position.
Wolf wants to escape the position.
#T2#
A lull in the action here.
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!
Stenson wants to stand back up.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Stenson controlling the positon.
Wolf trying to control the hands but Stenson breaks the grip.
Wolf is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Wolf trying to control but not successfully. #T3#
Wolf tries to roll but Stenson sticks to his back.
Stenson biding his time, controlling Wolf.
Stenson trying to control.
Stenson seems like he's trying to stand.
Stenson is looking to control Wolf but Wolf is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Stenson has good solid back control here.
Wolf tries to roll but Stenson sticks to his back.
#T4#
Stenson can't escape the position, to get back to his feet. #ES#
Wolf manages to escape to his feet.
Stenson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#TD2#
Stenson dives in and scores a takedown into Wolf's guard.
Wolf has a closed guard, preventing Stenson from standing up.
Wolf has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Wolf looking to hit a scissor sweep but Stenson is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henrik Stenson dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Wolf shoots in looking for a takedown but Stenson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Wolf's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Wolf shoots in and drives through. Stenson sprawls well.#TD2#
Stenson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Wolf has a closed guard, preventing Stenson from standing up.
Wolf looking to control.
Stenson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Wolf is proving hard to escape from.
Stenson stopping the sweep attempt from Wolf.
Wolf looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Stenson puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolf regains full guard. Nicely done.
Stenson wants to get up but he can't break Wolf's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Wolf trying to keep a closed guard but Stenson is proving a slippery customer.
Wolf manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Stenson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T1#
Wolf won't allow Stenson to sweep him here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Stenson holds on and takes a little breather.
Stenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wolf loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Wolf is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Stenson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Stenson has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Stenson stopping the sweep attempt from Wolf.
Stenson tries to stand but Wolf is controlling from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Wolf looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Wolf looking to control.
Stenson wants to get up but he can't break Wolf's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Wolf working a defensive guard here.
Wolf wants to stand up but Stenson is controlling him.
Stenson is looking to stand up but Wolf won't let him.
Stenson postures up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Wolf with a poor takedown #TD2#
and Stenson counters with a shoot takedown. Wolf fights it but they end up in guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hugo Wolf. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Wolf thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Stenson wanted to stand there but Wolf had control of the position.
Wolf is trying to keep Stenson in close.
#T3#
Stenson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Wolf is pulling down on Stenson's head to control his posture.
Wolf not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Stenson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T4#
Stenson seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Wolf wants to control but Stenson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Wolf tries to get to full guard but Stenson has control of the leg.
Wolf controlling the position well.
Stenson tries to stand and escape but Wolf is controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stenson has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Wolf works to full guard.
Hugo Wolf has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stenson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Wolf is trying to keep Stenson in close.
Henrik Stenson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Wolf has his foot on Stenson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Stenson works his way back into a safe position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Henrik Stenson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Stenson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 44:50
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 44:50
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 44:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Henrik Stenson!
Henrik Stenson is the new lightweight champion!
Henrik Stenson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
HFC 304 Fame vs Wade II
Date: Mar 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Stenson slaps away a takedown attempt from Nakara, before circling back to the center of the mat.
No luck for Nakara with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Stenson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Nakara's half guard.#SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stenson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stenson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stenson pulls his head out easily. #SU2#
Stenson decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Stenson stuns Nakara with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Stenson as he avoids it easily.
Stenson with the counter takedown but Nakara avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenson throws a leg kick that misses.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And Stenson tries to counter it with a takedown but Nakara pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nakara tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Stenson defends well and Nakara ends up having to push Stenson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Stenson with the counter takedown but Nakara avoids it easily.
Stenson wants to slow Nakara down by chopping away at his legs. #TD#
Nakara feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stenson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1#
Nakara is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Stenson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stenson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nakara lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nakara being controlled here momentarily.
Stenson trying to keep a closed guard but Nakara is proving a slippery customer.
Nakara throwing strikes from guard but Stenson blocks nicely.
Stenson looking for a sweep. Not yet Stenson, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Nakara connects with a couple of short punches.
Nakara scoring with some ground and pound.
Nakara has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Nakara throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nakara trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nakara stopping the sweep attempt from Stenson.
Nakara with a flurry of punches that miss.
Stenson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nakara with a flurry of punches that miss.
Stenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Stenson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nakara lands a couple of digs.
Nakara throws a big right hand that misses.
Nakara working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Stenson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Nakara chips away with some ground and pound.
Nakara is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Stenson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Stenson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nakara.
Nakara throws a big elbow that misses.
Nakara throwing strikes from guard but Stenson blocks nicely.
Nakara postures up.
Nakara is working Stenson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Stenson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Nakara throws a strike but Stenson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Nakara looking for a guillotine here but Stenson defends easily.
#SUB#
Nakara has an active guard here but Stenson has managed to pass into half guard.
#T4##SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stenson is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SU2#
Stenson stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Stenson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nakara takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Stenson throws a leg kick which misses Nakara's front leg but catches the back leg as Nakara tries to avoid it.
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!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nakara.
Stenson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A swing and a miss from Stenson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Stenson as he jumps to the side.
Stenson connects with a nice looking jab.
Stenson throws a solid leg kick but Nakara takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Stenson.
Stenson takes a swing at Nakara's ribcage but misses.
Stenson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#TD#
Nakara looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Stenson!
Nakara tries to score with some ground and pound. Stenson controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Nakara working the ground and pound.
Stenson gets back to half guard.
Nakara slips a nice elbow through Stenson's hands, connecting with Stenson's forehead.
Nakara throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nakara missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Stenson tries to roll over but Nakara keeps him under control.
Nakara throws a strike but Stenson avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
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!
Nakara is looking to work some ground and pound but Stenson has wrist control.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Stenson has control of Nakara's left arm, preventing Nakara from doing any damage.
Nakara postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nakara in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nakara with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nakara missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nakara won't allow Stenson to sweep him here.
Stenson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nakara manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Stenson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Nakara is looking for a triangle but Stenson pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Nakara has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Stenson is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Nakara.
Nakara manages to work his way to half guard, despite Stenson's best efforts.#T2#
Stenson wants to get back to his feet.
Nakara regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Stenson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nakara has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stenson has managed to get both his arms back between Nakara's legs - danger averted.
Nakara has a closed guard, preventing Stenson from standing up. #SUB#
Nakara has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stenson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Nakara is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Stenson wanted to stand there but Nakara had control of the position. #SUB#
Nakara working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stenson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stenson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Stenson wants to stand but Nakara has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
Stenson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nakara has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stenson has managed to get both his arms back between Nakara's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Nakara has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stenson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Stenson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nakara has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stenson has managed to get both his arms back between Nakara's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Nakara working for a triangle but Stenson defends it easily.
Stenson tries to stand but Nakara is controlling from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU2#
Stenson gets to his feet. Nakara looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Nakara shoots for a double leg takedown but Stenson sprawls well. He's pushed Nakara's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Stenson misses with a low kick as Nakara jumps back.
Good exchange - Stenson coming out on top.
Stenson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tebato Nakara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakara tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Stenson defends well and Nakara ends up having to push Stenson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Stenson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nakara is trying to defend but Stenson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Stenson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Nakara.
Nakara is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Stenson tries to stand and escape but Nakara is controlling the position. #SU2#
Stenson gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Nakara's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Nakara stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stenson.
Stenson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A leg kick checked by Nakara.
Stenson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nakara shoots in looking for a takedown but Stenson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nakara's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Stenson.#TD#
Nakara bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Stenson is looking to regain half guard here but Nakara keeps moving and retains side control.
I wouldn't like to be where Stenson is right now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Stenson manages to get back to half guard.
Tebato Nakara overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nakara thows a huge punch but Stenson dodges it nicely.
Nakara thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stenson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Stenson.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nakara accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Stenson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nakara throws a big right hand that misses.
Stenson looking for a sweep. Not yet Stenson, not yet.
Stenson is adopting a defensive guard.
Nakara in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Stenson controlling Nakara's posture.
Nakara content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Stenson holds on and takes a little breather.
Nakara is working Stenson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Nakara advances position into side control!
Stenson struggling a bit here.#T2#
Stenson tries to buck Nakara off but Nakara is having none of it.
Stenson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Nakara off and has taken his back!
Nakara can't escape the position.
#SU2#
What's going on here? Stenson has decided to give up on the ground game despite having his opponent's back!
Stenson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Stenson lands a leg kick that knocks Nakara off balance momentarily.
Nice defenses there by Nakara.
Stenson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stenson looks to land a combination but Nakara avoids it well.
Nice takedown defense from Stenson. No joy for Nakara on that attempt.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown but Stenson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nakara has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Stenson counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SU2#
Stenson stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
And Stenson tries to counter it with a takedown but Nakara pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Nakara on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Stenson. Stenson obviously looking to wear him down.
Tebato Nakara has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
An inside leg kick from Stenson misses.
Nakara dives in for a single leg takedown but Stenson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Stenson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt.
Stenson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Stenson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Stenson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nakara to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Stenson controlling the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nakara accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nakara postures up in Stenson's guard and throws a big left but Stenson blocks it.
Stenson is pulling down on Nakara's head. It's preventing any offense from Nakara, at least for the moment.#T4#
Stenson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Stenson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nakara's guard. #REVB#
Stenson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Nakara is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Nakara looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Stenson has picked Nakara up and slammed him! Nakara can't keep hold of the triangle and Stenson manages to pass to side control!
Nakara manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stenson is controlling Nakara's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Stenson is trying to control but can't.
Stenson controlling the position for now.
Stenson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Henrik Stenson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nakara lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Henrik Stenson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Stenson 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Henrik Stenson!
A victorious Henrik Stenson 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:
HFC Challengers 90
Date: Feb 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Templar tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Stenson throws a hook to the side of Templar's head but Templar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Templar on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Templar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stenson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Templar throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Stenson counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Stenson is trying to get an arm triangle but Templar is defending well.
Templar is looking for a sweep.
Stenson misses with the ground and pound.#SUB#
Stenson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Templar has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Stenson but great work by Templar.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stenson tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Templar looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Templar is trying to get an arm triangle but Stenson is defending well. #T1##SUB2#
Templar looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Templar working away.#SUB2#
Templar is trying to get an arm triangle but Stenson is defending well. #SUB2#
Templar wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Stenson, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Templar is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Stenson has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Templar wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Stenson, who protects the arm well. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Stenson being controlled for a moment.
Stenson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Stenson can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Stenson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Templar's best efforts.
Stenson keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Stenson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3##SUB2#
Templar is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Templar wants to free his trapped foot but Stenson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Templar is looking for a kimura but Stenson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Templar to get the leverage.
Stenson preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Stenson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Templar is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Stenson tries to roll over but Templar keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Templar is trying to work for a kimura but Stenson is defending well.
Stenson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Templar 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.
Stenson tries to roll over but Templar keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Templar is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod.
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#
Templar misses with a hook.
Templar avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Templar on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Stenson. Stenson obviously looking to wear him down.
Stenson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Stenson shoots in looking for a takedown but Templar manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Stenson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Stenson shoots in looking for a takedown but Templar manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Stenson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Templar stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stenson.
Stenson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Donk. Templar catches Stenson right on the button with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Templar checks a low kick from Stenson.
Stenson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stenson connects with a solid leg kick.
Stenson throws a leg kick but Templar checks it.
Templar takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T1#
Stenson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A cross from Stenson lands.
Stenson throws a hook but Templar avoids it easily.
Stenson scores with a shot to the body.
Stenson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Phoenix Templar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stenson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Stenson feints and then cracks Templar's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Templar down.
Templar's corner calls for a 1-2. Templar obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Stenson lands with a nice combination. Templar backs away looking to recover.
Stenson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Templar defends well and Stenson ends up having to push Templar into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henrik Stenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Templar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stenson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stenson connects with a leg kick. Templar looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Stenson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Templar manages to avoid it.#T2##TD#
Stenson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Templar quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Stenson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Templar doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Stenson. #SUB2#
Templar actively working from the bottom here.
Templar has hold of Stenson's hands but Stenson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Templar moves into full guard.
Stenson trying to control the position from guard on top but Templar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Stenson looking to sit in guard and control but Templar gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Templar looking to pass the guard.
Templar is fighting to break Stenson's control of his arms but Stenson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Templar trying to control but Stenson is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Stenson holds on and takes a little breather.
Henrik Stenson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Templar looking to pass the guard.
Templar trying to control the position from guard on top but Stenson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Stenson keeping full guard, as Templar tries to pass.
Stenson is pulling down on Templar's head to control his posture.
Stenson wants to sweep here but Templar controlling him for the moment.
Stenson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Templar manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Stenson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Templar can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Templar is looking for a triangle but Stenson pushes his legs off easily.
Stenson slips nicely into half guard.
Stenson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Stenson working Templar over with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henrik Stenson dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Stenson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Templar counters with a straight right hand.
Stenson fails to land the takedown.
Stenson lands a jab to the nose.
Templar works over Stenson's head and body with a nice combination.
Stenson feints and then cracks Templar's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Templar down.
Templar moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Templar.
Templar tries to clinch but Stenson is having none of it.
Stenson tries to score with a low kick but Templar moves his leg out of the way.
Stenson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Templar.
As Stenson backs off Templar throws a huge counter combo but Stenson manages to avoid it all.#T1#
Templar throws a head kick but Stenson moves out of range.
Stenson throws a series of punches but Templar moves out of range.
Templar scores with a nice strike.
Stenson misses the jab.
Templar's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Stenson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Templar takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Stenson misses with a low kick as Templar jumps back.
Stenson throws an overhand right that lands on Templar's shoulder, as Templar tries to avoid the shot.
A big left from Stenson misses.
Stenson scores with a nice right hand.
A slow jab from Stenson misses its intended target.
Templar tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Stenson throws a chopping leg kick but Templar manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Templar! But no joy.
A clash of legs there as Stenson blocks the low kick.
Stenson lands with an uppercut that bounces Templar off the cage and back into range.
Templar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stenson.
Templar looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stenson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Templar.
Stenson moves away from the strike by Templar.
Stenson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Templar takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Stenson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Templar checks a leg kick.
Stenson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T3#
Templar on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Stenson scores with a nice strike.
Stenson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Templar missing with a left hand there. Stenson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Templar uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stenson.
Templar is looking for the big counter here.
Stenson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Stenson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Stenson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Templar.
No joy there for Templar, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Stenson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Stenson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Henrik Stenson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Stenson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Stenson slips a jab and a cross from Templar.
Templar stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stenson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stenson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Templar checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Stenson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Templar takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Phoenix Templar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stenson throws a poor cross that misses
#CL2#
and Templar counters by moving into the clinch. #TD#
Stenson drags the fight down to the ground.
Templar tries to free his leg and advance position but Stenson is retaining full guard.
Stenson pulls Templar in close to prevent any damage.
Stenson keeping full guard, as Templar tries to pass.
Henrik Stenson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Stenson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Henrik Stenson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Stenson, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Henrik Stenson!
Henrik Stenson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
HFC 299 Viceroy vs Satan III
Date: Feb 04, 2017 |
#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Al Haddad looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Stenson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Al Haddad defends it well.
Al Haddad lands a jab to the nose.
Donk. Stenson catches Al Haddad right on the button with a cross.
Stenson lands with a thumping leg kick.
A big right from Al Haddad misses.
Stenson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Al Haddad moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Stenson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stenson throws out a leg kick but Al Haddad moves out of range and Stenson only half commits.
Al Haddad connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Stenson's hands.
Stenson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Stenson throws a leg kick
and Al Haddad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Al Haddad works the jab nicely.
Al Haddad throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Al Haddad tries to clinch there but Stenson circles away.
Al Haddad checks a low kick from Stenson.
Stenson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Al Haddad cracks Stenson with a good jab.#T1#
Stenson throws a low kick, looking for Al Haddad's leg but Al Haddad calmly moves out of range.
Stenson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Al Haddad wants to clinch but Stenson slips to the side#TD2#
and Stenson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Al Haddad won't be happy with that.
Al Haddad is trying to improve his position.
Stenson scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Al Haddad to see if he's OK.
Stenson lands a few punches from side control.
Stenson in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Al Haddad tries to buck Stenson off but Stenson is having none of it.
Al Haddad is trying to control Stenson's posture but Stenson avoids it.
Al Haddad is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T2#
Al Haddad tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Al Haddad is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Stenson has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Al Haddad is trying to get back to half guard.
Al Haddad taking punishment in the form of punches.
Stenson fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stenson trying to control the position but Al Haddad is working away.
Al Haddad tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Al Haddad gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Stenson is trying for a kimura here. Al Haddad looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Stenson wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Henrik Stenson!
An out of breath Henrik Stenson 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:
HFC 296 Klitschko vs Wade
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Wiggin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wiggin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Stenson can pounce on him.
A low kick from Stenson misses
and Wiggin counters with a nice uppercut.
Stenson lands a nice hook to Wiggin's body. Wiggin takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Wiggin takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wiggin throws a head kick but Stenson moves out of range.
Stenson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Stenson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wiggin.
Wiggin misses with a two punch combination.
Stenson throws a big shot that misses.
Stenson throws a front kick aimed at Wiggin's knee but Wiggin avoids it well.
Wiggin cracks Stenson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Stenson throws a hook to the side of Wiggin's head but Wiggin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wiggin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stenson.
Stenson tries to counter with a takedown but Wiggin is quick to defend against it.
A bone on bone clash there as Wiggin blocks the leg kick.
Stenson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wiggin tries to close the distance and clinch but Stenson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wiggin throws a right and a left that both miss.
Stenson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wiggin as he jumps to the side.
Wiggin throws out a counter right but Stenson avoids it with no problem.
Wiggin scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
Stenson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Stenson slips a jab and a cross from Wiggin.
Stenson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wiggin is looking to clinch.
Stenson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL2#
Wiggin takes the fight into the clinch.
Wiggin struggles to land a body shot inside as Stenson controls his hands.
#BC2#
Wiggin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Stenson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wiggin avoids it really well and circles away.
Stenson throws a low kick but Wiggin avoids it.
Wiggin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Stenson misses with a low kick. #T2#
Wiggin throws a combination. Stenson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A combination from Wiggin does no damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wiggin staying out of range there.
Wiggin misses the jab.
Wiggin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Neo Wiggin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good exchange - Stenson coming out on top.
Stenson slips under a jab.
Stenson tries to land a leg kick but Wiggin saw it coming and moves away.
Wiggin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wiggin cracks Stenson with a good jab.
Stenson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wiggin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nice defenses there by Wiggin.
Some wild striking there from Wiggin.
#T3#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Stenson, right into the meat.
Wiggin checks the leg kick.
Wiggin moves away from the strike by Stenson.
Wiggin scores with a shot to the body.
Stenson throws a series of punches but Wiggin moves out of range.
Wiggin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Stenson misses with an uppercut. Wiggin saw that one coming.
No joy there for Wiggin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wiggin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stenson.
Stenson blocks a head kick by Wiggin.
#CL2#
Wiggin clinches up with Stenson and pushes him back against the cage.
Wiggin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice elbow from Wiggin.
A head punch on the inside from Wiggin fails to land.
Stenson avoids the elbow strike from Wiggin, against the cage.
Stenson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Wiggin prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henrik Stenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Wiggin misses with a body punch.
Wiggin is trying to break the clinch but Stenson has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
Stenson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
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!
Wiggin being controlled here momentarily.
Stenson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wiggin throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Stenson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Wiggin works over Stenson with some ground and pound from guard.
Wiggin trying to control the position from guard on top but Stenson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Wiggin's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Neo Wiggin dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Wiggin throws a sloppy head kick and Stenson moves out of range easily.
Stenson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Wiggin works Stenson's body with a nice hook.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Wiggin!
Wiggin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stenson slips under a jab from Wiggin.
Wiggin looks to land a combination but Stenson avoids it well.
Wiggin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Stenson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stenson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wiggin.
Wiggin looks for the body kick but Stenson saw that one coming.
Stenson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Stenson misses with a body shot.
Wiggin slaps away a takedown attempt from Stenson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Neo Wiggin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Stenson.
Wiggin doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Stenson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Wiggin sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henrik Stenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fighters circling - Stenson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Stenson thows a leg kick but Wiggin checks it
and Wiggin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Stenson.
Wiggin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stenson misses with a low kick.
Stenson wants to slow Wiggin down by chopping away at his legs.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Stenson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wiggin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Stenson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Wiggin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Stenson is defended easily by Wiggin.
Wiggin fails to land with a series of punches.
Stenson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Wiggin as Stenson shoots in.
Wiggin misses with a combination
#TD#
and Stenson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T2#
Stenson looking to pass the guard.
Stenson preventing the sweep.
Stenson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wiggin works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Stenson preventing the sweep.
Stenson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stenson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Wiggin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stenson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Stenson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Wiggin's head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Stenson's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3#
Stenson wants to pass the guard but Wiggin is keeping the position.
Stenson postures up in Wiggin's guard and throws a big left but Wiggin blocks it.
Stenson postures up.
Stenson trying to control the position from guard on top but Wiggin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stenson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Wiggin is looking to regain half guard here but Stenson keeps moving and retains side control.
Wiggin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stenson landing a few strikes. #T4#
Stenson sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Wiggin is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wiggin is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Stenson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Stenson is putting a hurting on Wiggin here, landing some big shots from side control.
Wiggin is looking to reverse the position.
Stenson lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Wiggin tries to bench press Stenson off him but Stenson keeps the position.
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 Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Stenson does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Stenson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Wiggin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Stenson somewhat.
Wiggin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wiggin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wiggin misses with an uppercut.
Neo Wiggin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Stenson!
Wiggin tries to close the distance and clinch but Stenson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Stenson fails with the takedown
and Wiggin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wiggin wants to clinch up but Stenson keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wiggin lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wiggin takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wiggin tries to clinch but Stenson moves out of range.
Stenson tries for a takedown but Wiggin circles away easily
and Wiggin counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henrik Stenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wiggin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Stenson.#T1#
Stenson throws a low kick, looking for Wiggin's leg but Wiggin calmly moves out of range.
Wiggin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stenson's head backwards.
Wiggin throws a head kick that misses.
Wiggin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Stenson.
Wiggin tries to clinch but Stenson moves out of range.
The crowd cheers as Wiggin lands an impressive looking overhand right. Stenson doesn't seem phased though.#CL2#
Stenson tries to keep at a distance but Wiggin has taken the fight into the clinch.
Stenson is trying to pull guard but Wiggin has him pressed against the cage.
Wiggin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wiggin misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wiggin is working Stenson over against the cage.
Stenson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wiggin is defending well.#T2#
Nice elbow from Wiggin.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Wiggin.
Stenson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Wiggin gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#BC2#
Wiggin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Some wild striking there from Wiggin.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Some wild striking there from Wiggin.
Wiggin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stenson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wiggin.
Stenson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Wiggin sprawls and moves away.
Stenson shoots in looking for a takedown. Wiggin tries to sprawl out of it but Stenson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Wiggin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
Stenson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Stenson fails with the takedown
and Wiggin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wiggin scores with a nice head shot.
Wiggin wants to clinch up but Stenson keeps it at a distance.
Stenson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Wiggin pinned against the cage. Wiggin gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Stenson thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little jabbing left from Wiggin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Wiggin throws a lazy right hand but Stenson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wiggin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Wiggin wants it to stay on the feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wiggin! But no joy.
Wiggin has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Stenson blocks a head kick by Wiggin.
Wiggin misses with a two punch combination.
#T4#
Stenson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Stenson shoots in looking for a takedown. Wiggin tries to sprawl out of it but Stenson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Wiggin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Stenson dives in for a single leg takedown but Wiggin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Stenson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Wiggin tries to close the distance and clinch but Stenson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wiggin throws out a loose jab but Stenson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wiggin feints a jab promting Stenson to slip. Wiggin then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Stenson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Wiggin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stenson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Stenson.
Wiggin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Stenson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Wiggin's guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Stenson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Neo Wiggin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wiggin has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Neo Wiggin!
After the fight, Neo Wiggin 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:
HFC 292 Holgersson vs Jaxee
Date: Dec 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Watt digs a good hook to Stenson's body.
Watt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Stenson finds it's way round the side to connect with Watt's head.
Watt tries to clinch but Stenson is having none of it.
Stenson tries to counter with a takedown but Watt is quick to defend against it.
Watt misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Watt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Stenson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stenson tries to counter with a takedown but Watt is quick to defend against it.
Watt throws a sloppy head kick and Stenson moves out of range easily.
Stenson throws a low kick but Watt moves out of range easily.
Stenson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stenson looks to score with a jab to the body but Watt is just out of range.
Stenson throws a solid leg kick but Watt takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Stenson.
Stenson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Watt misses with a straight right.
Stenson blocks a head kick by Watt.
Stenson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Watt counters with a body kick that stops Stenson in his tracks momentarily.
Stenson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
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!
Stenson walks into a stiff left hand from Watt.
Watt takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Stenson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The fighters circling - Watt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Stenson cracks Watt with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Nice cross by Watt.
Watt is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Watt forces Stenson back against the cage and clinches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Watt just misses with a elbow thrown towards Stenson's brow.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Watt just misses with a elbow thrown towards Stenson's brow.
Watt tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Watt controlling the action here for a moment.
Stenson tries for a takedown. No joy.
A right hook to the body lands for Watt.
Watt stalling.
#T2#
Watt's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Watt told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Watt just leaning against Stenson, taking a breather.
Watt effectively controlling the action here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Scott Watt.
Stenson connects with a looping right hand.
Watt moves away from the strike by Stenson.
Stenson lands a leg kick that knocks Watt off balance momentarily.
Watt throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stenson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Stenson stuns Watt with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stenson throws a leg kick that misses.
Watt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stenson misses with a low kick.#T3#
Watt bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stenson's head backwards.
Stenson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Stenson scores with a jab. Watt acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Stenson misses with an uppercut. Watt saw that one coming.
Scott Watt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stenson throws out a leg kick but Watt moves out of range and Stenson only half commits.
Stenson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Stenson lands a two punch combo.
Watt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stenson manages to avoid it.
Stenson tries to counter with a takedown but Watt is quick to defend against it.
Watt is looking to clinch but Stenson is avoiding it.
Watt missing with a left hand there. Stenson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Stenson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Stenson thows a leg kick but Watt checks it
and Watt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stenson dodges the punch combination from Watt.
Watt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Stenson throws out the jab.
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!
Watt misses the jab.
Stenson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Watt tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Watt jabs Stenson right on the nose. Stenson blinks but takes it well.
Watt wants to clinch up but Stenson keeps it at a distance.
Watt connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Stenson momentarily.
Watt misses the jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Watt looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Stenson throws out a leg kick but Watt moves out of range and Stenson only half commits.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Stenson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henrik Stenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab lands there for Watt.
Watt throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Watt. Stenson does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Stenson misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Watt misses.#CL2#
Watt darts in and clinches Stenson up against the cage.
Watt has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Watt is pushing Stenson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Scott Watt will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Watt as Stenson shoots in.
Watt misses the shot to the body.
Watt misses the shot to the body.
Watt tries to bum rush Stenson with a series of wild strikes but Stenson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Watt is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Watt moves into the clinch.
Stenson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The referee calls for Watt to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Watt smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Henrik Stenson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenson stuns Watt with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Scott Watt is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Stenson scores with a body shot.
Stenson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Watt throws a nice inside leg kick.
Stenson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Watt.
A little jabbing left from Watt on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Donk. Watt catches Stenson right on the button with a cross.
Watt blocks a leg kick.
Watt staying out of range there.
Watt lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Stenson. That snapped Watt's head back.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stenson. Watt does a little dance to reset his feet.
Watt moves out of range as Stenson strikes.
Stenson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Watt works Stenson's body with a nice hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Watt scores with a spinning back kick!
Watt throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Watt looks to land a right hand but Stenson moved out of range.#T2#
Watt slips a straight right by Stenson.
Stenson blocks a head kick by Watt.
Watt connects with a looping right hand.
Stenson is looking to score with low kicks.
Stenson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Stenson motions for Watt to come forward. Stenson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Watt scores with a shot to the body.
#CL2#
Watt has managed to clinch.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Watt has a couple of punches blocked by Stenson.
Stenson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Watt gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Watt will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Stenson up against the cage.
Watt misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T3##TD#
Stenson lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Stenson tries to pass to full mount but Watt defends it.
Stenson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Watt trying to control here.
Stenson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Stenson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Stenson drops an elbow to the side of Watt's head. #T4#
Stenson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Stenson lands a nice short elbow.
Nice strikes from Stenson there.
Stenson wants to take a breather but Watt is having none of it. #SUB#
Stenson seems to be looking for submissions.
Watt wants to get back to full guard.
Stenson wants to control but Watt is keeping him busy.
Watt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Scott Watt will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Stenson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Watt lands with a shot to the body. #TD#
Stenson looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Watt is looking to stand back up but Stenson counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Watt. #REVB#
Stenson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Stenson wants to take a breather but Watt is having none of it.
Stenson sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Watt wants to get back to full guard but Stenson has mounted him!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Watt is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T1#
Stenson landing strikes, looking to finish!
Stenson postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Watt looks a forlorn figure.
Stenson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Stenson raining down shots from the mount!
Stenson is in the full mount, landing strikes.
BOOM! Stenson connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#ROC#
Watt is rocked!
Stenson with shots to the head and body - Watt looks very uncomfortable down there.
Watt is still in real trouble! Can Stenson finish him?
Stenson trying to control but Watt is having none of it.
Watt is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Stenson lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Watt tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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!
Stenson content just to control the position here.
Watt seems to have recovered his senses.
Stenson unloading with bombs!
Watt is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Stenson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
The referee warns Watt that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Stenson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Watt is looking to escape.
Stenson punishing his opponent with strikes. #T3#
Stenson landing strikes from the mount.
Watt wants to control but Stenson is having none of it.
Stenson with a couple of short strikes.
Watt tries to hold on but Stenson postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stenson postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Watt in real trouble here! The ref calls for Watt to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Henrik Stenson!
Henrik Stenson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Mountain walks into a jab.
A left lands for Stenson.#CL#
Mountain gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Stenson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Stenson no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Mountain being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson keeping moving, preventing Mountain from controlling successfully. #T1#
Stenson seems keen to control Mountain's posture.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Stenson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Mountain pushes Stenson off but Stenson dives into side control.
#SUB2#
Stenson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mountain has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mountain wants to control but Stenson postures up.#T2##SUB2#
Stenson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Stenson throws a strike aimed at the side of Mountain's head but Mountain avoids it well.
Mountain looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
A lull in the action here as Stenson stalls from top position.
Mountain knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Stenson on the ground.
Stenson working the head with strikes.
Stenson working the body and head with strikes.
Stenson moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
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!#SUB2#
Stenson in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Mountain is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Henrik Stenson!
A very excited looking Henrik Stenson 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 06, 2016 |
#R1#
Murdock stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stenson.
Murdock misses the shot to the body.
Stenson feints the counter takedown.
Murdock throws a jab when Stenson was well out of range.
Murdock takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Stenson lands a leg kick that knocks Murdock off balance momentarily.
Murdock misses with a double jab.
Stenson looks to land a left hand but Murdock moved out of range nicely.
A quick step to the side and Murdock tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murdock connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Stenson slips a jab from Murdock.
Murdock swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Murdock connects with a single shot there.
Stenson thumps Murdock with a low kick.
Good shot there by Stenson.
Stenson connects with a leg kick. Murdock looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nate Murdock seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Stenson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Stenson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Murdock throws out the jab.
Stenson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murdock.
And Stenson tries to counter it with a takedown but Murdock pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Stenson cracks Murdock with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
An inside leg kick lands from Stenson.
Murdock smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Murdock keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A big right from Stenson misses.
Murdock is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Murdock throws a one two combo.
Stenson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Murdock uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stenson.
Murdock throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murdock just misses with a punch to the body.
Stenson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Murdock defends it well.
A swing and a miss from Murdock.
Stenson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Murdock throws a hook but Stenson avoids it easily.
A combination from Murdock does no damage.
Stenson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Murdock fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Stenson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Stenson lands with a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murdock cracks Stenson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Murdock walks into a left hand.
Stenson connects with a right hand. Murdock shakes it off.
Murdock rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Stenson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Stenson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
The fighters circling - Murdock throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Stenson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Murdock lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Murdock throws a shot from downtown. Stenson moves away and avoids it.
Murdock ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stenson moves away.
Stenson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Murdock.
Stenson scores with a leg kick.
Stenson avoids the body shot from Murdock.
Murdock throws a lazy right hand but Stenson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Stenson misses with a looping left.
Stenson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice shot lands for Stenson.
Stenson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Murdock.
Stenson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Murdock throws a body shot but no joy.
Stenson scores with a leg kick.
#T3#
Murdock takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice defenses there by Stenson.
Murdock swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Stenson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Stenson working some strikes from top position.
Stenson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Stenson passes into half guard.
Murdock blocking the ground and pound attempt from Stenson.
Stenson not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Murdock is looking to escape.
Still in half guard, Stenson seems content to control.#T4#
Stenson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Stenson seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Stenson is trying to work for a kimura but Murdock is defending well.
#SUB2#
Stenson is trying to work for a kimura but Murdock is defending well.
#SUB2#
Stenson is looking for a kimura but Murdock is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Stenson to get the leverage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Stenson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Murdock throws a jab but it's blocked by Stenson.
Stenson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Murdock under the eye.
Murdock throws a right and a left that Stenson avoids nicely.
Murdock cracks a nice hook into Stenson's ribs.
Murdock just misses with a punch to the body.
Murdock scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Murdock is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Stenson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Murdock.
Murdock connects with a right hand. Stenson shakes it off.
A good leg kick by Stenson.
Stenson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A nice inside leg kick there by Stenson. That's going to slow Murdock down.
A big left from Murdock misses.
Murdock walks into a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murdock swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
so Stenson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Murdock wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Stenson manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Stenson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1#
Stenson moves nicely into side control.
Stenson throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Stenson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Stenson working the head with strikes.
The referee asks Stenson politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Stenson prefers to stall for the moment though.
Stenson throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Henrik Stenson has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Stenson tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Stenson in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Stenson lands a nice forearm strike.
Stenson creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Murdock sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Murdock takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Murdock avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Stenson.
A lull in the action here.
Murdock takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#T3#
Stenson is staying tight to Murdock's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Murdock on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #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.
Stenson working the head and body with strikes.
Stenson controlling the position from side mount. #SUB2#
Stenson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Murdock is working to avoid the ground and pound but Stenson connects with a decent elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stenson working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henrik Stenson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Murdock's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Stenson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Stenson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Stenson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Murdock jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Stenson connects with a leg kick. Murdock looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Murdock misses with an uppercut.
Stenson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Murdock missing with a left hand there. Stenson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Good shot there by Murdock.
Stenson scores with a nice strike.
Murdock takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Murdock is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Murdock on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Stenson. Stenson obviously looking to wear him down.
Murdock throws a sloppy body shot
#TD2#
and Stenson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Murdock's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stenson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Stenson is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Stenson drops back looking for a leg! Murdock is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Murdock manages to kick Stenson off! Stenson jumps back into Murdock's guard. #T1#
Murdock is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Stenson is controlling him.
Murdock wants to get back to his feet but Stenson passes into half guard.
Stenson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Stenson is nestled in close to Murdock, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Stenson slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nate Murdock has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Stenson is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Murdock is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Henrik Stenson!
After winning the bout, Henrik Stenson thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 28, 2016 |
#R1#
A punch combination from Stenson misses.
Nogg shoots in for a double leg but Stenson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Nogg is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Stenson's half guard.
Stenson wants to get back to full guard.
Nogg missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Stenson trying to control here.
Stenson wants to improve his position but Nogg is controlling well.
Nogg thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Stenson's head.
Stenson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Nogg is thwarting Stenson's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice strikes from Nogg there.
Stenson controlling the position for now.
Stenson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nogg.
Nogg not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nogg trying to mount his opponent but Stenson defends it. #T1#
Stenson manages to get to full guard.
Stenson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nogg stands up over Stenson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Stenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nogg working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nogg postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nogg cracks Stenson with a solid left hand.
Stenson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nogg works over Stenson with some ground and pound from guard.
Stenson pulls Nogg in to control the position.
Stenson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Stenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nogg with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nogg throws an elbow that misses. Stenson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nogg's guard. Nice move by Stenson!#REVB##SUB#
Nogg isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Stenson stacks Nogg on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Stenson!#T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Stenson working the body and head with strikes.
Nogg tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Stenson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Stenson lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Nogg down.
Stenson in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
What's Nogg going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nogg is looking for a sweep.
Nogg takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#SUB2#
Stenson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Nogg sneaks back into half guard.#T3#
Stenson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Stenson is looking for a kimura but Nogg is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Stenson to get the leverage.
Nogg is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Stenson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Stenson's back!
Stenson covering up well under a series of strikes from Nogg.
Nogg loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Stenson hold on?
Nogg landing with strikes.
Nogg connects with a big shot to the side of Stenson's head.
Stenson is in bad spot here.
Nogg connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Stenson to escape the position.
Nogg gets his hands free as Stenson looks to control.
Stenson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters are battling for position here. Stenson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nogg throwing strikes from guard but Stenson blocks nicely.
Stenson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nogg. #T4#
Stenson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Stenson 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.
Stenson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Let's hope that Stenson has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Stenson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nogg manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Stenson passes into half guard.
Nogg tries to get to full guard but Stenson has control of the leg.
Stenson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ogg Nogg 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#
Stenson feints and then cracks Nogg's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nogg down.
Nogg dives in for a single leg takedown but Stenson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Stenson throws a good cross that connects.
Stenson scores with the left hand. Nogg knows he should have avoided that one.
Nice uppercut lands for Stenson. That snapped Nogg's head back.
Nogg has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Stenson.
Nogg fails to land the takedown.
Stenson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nogg gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nogg's head backwards.
Nogg throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Stenson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Nogg won't be happy with that.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stenson wants to control but Nogg is keeping him busy. #T1#
Nogg tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Stenson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Nogg sneaks back into half guard.
Nogg is trying to maintain the position but Stenson is very close to passing his half guard.
Stenson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nogg wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Nogg looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
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. Stenson connects with a nice short shot to Nogg's temple.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nogg wants to get back to full guard but Stenson has mounted him!
Stenson avoids the attempt from Nogg to control.
Stenson postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Nogg looks a forlorn figure.
Ogg Nogg overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Nogg regains half guard.
Stenson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Nogg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
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. Stenson connects with a nice short shot to Nogg's temple. #ROC2#
Nogg is rocked!
Nogg is trying to control but Stenson manages to pass to mount!
Oh Nogg is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Oooooh, big shot lands for Stenson! Nogg is hurt baaadly! Stenson is firing away with more strikes - Nogg is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Henrik Stenson!
A relieved looking Henrik Stenson 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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