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Event:
EMP Grappling 10
Date: Jan 25, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Matvey Pavlov (ranked 1156 p4p, 145 weight class) and Michael Blake (ranked 4636 p4p, 458 weight class). Pavlov comes to the cage accompanied by Prokofiev - Dance of the Knights. Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Matvey Pavlov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 10 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, John Kavanagh and Columbo Gatti.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake darts in looking for a takedown but Pavlov gets double underhooks and turns Blake into the cage.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Pavlov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Blake.
Blake prevents a takedown attempt there.
Blake wants the takedown. Pavlov is fighting it off but Blake persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Pavlov's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pavlov (0) vs (2) Blake
Pavlov keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
Pavlov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Blake doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Blake manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pavlov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Blake defends it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pavlov 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: Pavlov (2) vs (2) Blake
Pavlov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Blake wants to improve his position but Pavlov is controlling well.
Pavlov slows the pace down in half guard.
Pavlov trying to mount his opponent but Blake defends it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov wants to advance to full mount but Blake doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Pavlov wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Pavlov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Blake manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Pavlov has Blake in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pavlov (2) vs (4) Blake
Pavlov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Blake escapes and throws Pavlov's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Pavlov (2) vs (7) Blake
Pavlov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake gets to mount! Pavlov was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Pavlov (2) vs (9) Blake
Pavlov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
My spies in Gym Beam inform me that Blake has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Pavlov is trying to reverse the position but instead Blake has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Pavlov (2) vs (12) Blake
Pavlov is really stuck here.
Pavlov is working hard here to advance position.
Pavlov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov is trying to roll into a better position but Blake has get a rear naked choke and Pavlov is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michael Blake!
An out of breath Michael Blake 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:
OC! Grappling 8
Date: Jan 06, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4650 p4p, 459 weight class) and Brick Tamland (ranked 4390 p4p, 443 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 9 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 12 losses; Brick Tamland!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, James Glass and James Ackerman.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tamland shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Blake but Blake pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tamland is trying hard to land a takedown here. Blake sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tamland looks for a takedown but Blake sprawls well.
Michael Blake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brick Tamland.
Tamland shoots in but Blake avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tamland fails with a takedown attempt.
Tamland shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Blake is trying to defend but Tamland finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Tamland
Blake is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tamland pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake trying to control here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake is looking to improve his position.
Tamland controlling the pace.
Tamland trying to pass the guard but Blake defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tamland sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Tamland is looking to advance position but Blake won't allow it.
Blake tries to roll over but Tamland keeps him under control.
Blake is looking to control Tamland's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Blake avoid being mounted?
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tamland trying to control from Blake's half guard. Blake has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Tamland trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Blake managing to control the position.
Tamland not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying to keep Tamland in close.
Blake being controlled here, momentarily.
Tamland passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (5) Tamland
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tamland's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Blake definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Blake manages to get back to half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying is best to control the position here.
Tamland keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Blake wants to control the action here but instead Tamland manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (8) Tamland
Blake is desperately trying to improve his position but Tamland has a good base and remains in mount.
Blake is squirming around, avoiding Tamland's attempts to control the action.
Tamland takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tamland wants to control but Blake has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake is not content to let Tamland control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tamland not doing much here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking for a sweep. Tamland is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tamland with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tamland tries to pass to full mount but Blake defends it.
Tamland frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (11) Tamland
Tamland controlling his opponent.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tamland wants to control the pace but Blake is squirming around nicely.
Tamland controlling the pace for now.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake working to try and regain half guard.
Tamland controlling from mount.
Blake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tamland controlling the position easily from mount.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
It looks like Tamland might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Blake tries to reverse the position but Tamland maintains control.
Blake is working hard here to advance position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Well,Blake is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Tamland content just to control the position here.
Tamland looking to control but Blake is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tamland content just to control the position here.
Blake is looking to get to half guard.
We've been informed that Tamland has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tamland looking to control and managing it successfully.
Blake is squirming around, avoiding Tamland's attempts to control the action.
Tamland controlling from the full mount.
Blake tries to lock up and control but Tamland gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake can't escape the position.
Tamland controlling his opponent.
Tamland trying to control but Blake is having none of it.
Blake is desperately trying to improve his position but Tamland has a good base and remains in mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tamland wins on points by 11 to 0.
After winning the bout, Brick Tamland 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:
OC! Grappling 6
Date: Dec 23, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4608 p4p, 453 weight class) and Vinnie Vincent (ranked 7618 p4p, 563 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 9 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Vinnie Vincent!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Chris Edwards and Andrew Berry.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake shoots in looking for a takedown. Vincent tries to sprawl out of it but Blake keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vincent manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Vincent gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vincent can't get the takedown.
Vincent wants a takedown but no success here.
Vincent works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Vincent
My spies in Lads Lash Banter Gym inform me that Vincent has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Blake lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (2) Vincent
Blake wants to pass the guard but Vincent is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vincent keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vincent is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (4) Vincent
Vincent 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.
Vincent postures up.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vincent won't allow Blake to sweep him here.
Blake is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Vincent being controlled here momentarily.
Vincent is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Blake tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Vincent controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vincent's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Vincent got a little sloppy there for a moment and Blake has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vincent has managed to get both his arms back between Blake's legs - danger averted.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake keeping full guard, as Vincent tries to pass.
Blake pulls Vincent in close to prevent any damage.
Blake is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vincent defends well.
Vincent 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.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Vincent 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.
Vincent pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Vincent content to stall in guard here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake 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: Blake (4) vs (4) Vincent
Blake controlling the action here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake is keen to just control but Vincent is a slippery customer.
Blake controlling the pace.
Blake wants to free his trapped foot but Vincent is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Blake content to control rather than advance.
Blake prevents Vincent from improving his position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Vincent trying to control from the bottom.
Vincent is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vincent is controlling Blake's position as best he can from this difficult position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Vincent won't allow Blake to pass to mount.
Blake wants to control but Vincent is keeping him busy.
Vincent is looking to improve his position.
Blake looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Blake is just content to waste time from the top position. Vincent takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Vincent keeping full guard, as Blake tries to pass.
Vincent trying to control the position here.
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.
Blake sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Vincent's guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake passes into side control, despite Vincent's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (7) vs (4) Vincent
Vincent is looking for a sweep.
Blake looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Blake working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Vincent is not content to let Blake control the position.
Blake taking a breather here.
Vincent tries to bench press Blake off him but Blake keeps the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Vincent is being controlled here.
Vincent is looking to reverse the position.
Blake trying to control the action but Vincent is working from the bottom.
Blake is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vincent is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Vincent can't do much from the bottom here.
Vincent regains half guard.
Blake wants to pass the guard but Vincent is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake slows the pace down in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake takes the fight on points by 7 to 4.
Michael Blake decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
OC! Grappling 4
Date: Dec 05, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Shinya Aoki (ranked 6460 p4p, 512 weight class) and Michael Blake (ranked 4559 p4p, 438 weight class). Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Shinya Aoki ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 9 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, William Gold and Sam Margolis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Aoki avoids it really well and circles away.
Aoki closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Aoki drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Aoki turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Aoki (4) vs (0) Blake
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.
Aoki is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Blake knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki wants to control but Blake is keeping him busy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake manages to work his way to half guard, despite Aoki 's best efforts.
Aoki is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Blake doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Aoki .
Blake tries to get to full guard but Aoki has control of the leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to control Aoki 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Blake avoid being mounted?
Blake makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Blake.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aoki slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (7) vs (0) Blake
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Blake tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Aoki wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Blake regains half guard there - taking advantage of Aoki 's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Aoki controlling the pace.
Aoki is looking to take a break and control but Blake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well, if Aoki 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.
Aoki trying to control from Blake's half guard. Blake has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aoki tries to free his leg and advance position but Blake is retaining full guard.
Blake keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Blake is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Aoki (7) vs (2) Blake
Aoki looking to control.
Blake is fighting to break Aoki 's control of his arms but Aoki is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Blake controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Aoki wants to control the position but Blake says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Aoki tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
Aoki works his way to full guard. Good work.
Aoki wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Aoki working a defensive guard here.
Blake trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Aoki 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Blake pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Aoki is keeping the position for now.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Aoki is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Blake trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.
Blake might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Aoki haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Aoki not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Aoki working a defensive guard but Blake passes into half guard.
Aoki moves into full guard.
Aoki trying to control the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Aoki being controlled here, momentarily.
Aoki looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Blake passes into half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Aoki manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Aoki looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Aoki looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Blake passes into half guard.
Blake is pressing down on Aoki 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Aoki is holding on for now.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Blake seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Aoki does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Aoki is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Blake with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Aoki wants to get back to full guard but Blake has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (7) vs (5) Blake
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Aoki tries to control Blake's head but Blake pushes him back down and moves quickly to lock up an arm here - he's swung around for an armbar! Will he get it??? Yes! Aoki is tapping out! Lovely Jiu Jitsu there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (armbar). Michael Blake!
A victorious Michael Blake 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:
OC! Grappling 2
Date: Nov 17, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Police Officer (ranked 6538 p4p, 542 weight class) and Michael Blake (ranked 4571 p4p, 432 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 6 losses; Police Officer! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 8 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Phil Schofield and Steven Brown.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Blake is defended easily by Officer.
Blake tries to keep at a distance but Officer has taken the fight into the clinch.
Officer drops down looking for an ankle pick but Blake pulls his leg out and moves away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Blake or perhaps it was just good defense by Officer, which made it look bad.
Officer closes the distance and pushes Blake back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Officer is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Police Officer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Officer has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Blake clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Officer (4) vs (0) Blake
Blake looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Officer trying to control momentarily.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake trying to control the hands but Officer breaks the grip.
Officer controls the action.
Officer trying to control.
Blake tries to escape but Officer has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Officer biding his time, looking for the opening.
Officer has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to roll but Officer sticks to his back.
Officer is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
We've been hearing good reports from Officer's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Officer trying to control momentarily.
I would not like to be Blake right now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to roll but Officer sticks to his back.
Good control from Officer.
Officer trying to control.
Blake is in bad spot here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Officer is looking to control Blake but Blake is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Blake is really stuck here.
I would not like to be Blake right now.
Officer keeps control of the position as Blake tries to break free.
Officer trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Blake doesn't escape.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Blake prevents Officer from getting a body triangle.
Officer really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Blake.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Officer'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.
Officer seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Blake for as long as he can get away with.
Further stalling from Officer.
Blake wants to escape the position.
Officer really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Blake.
Officer trying to control momentarily.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Officer controlling the position well here. Blake rolled but Officer kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Officer is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Officer trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Officer controlling from the back.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Officer struggling to keep hold of the position.
Officer is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Blake is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Officer has good solid back control here.
Officer struggling to keep hold of the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Good control from Officer.
Blake is keeping busy.
Blake trying to control the action but Officer just sinks the hooks in.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake tries to break free.
Good control from Officer.
Officer trying to control momentarily.
Officer biding his time, looking for the opening.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to roll but Officer sticks to his back.
Blake looking very determined here, making life difficult for Officer.
Officer has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Blake has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Blake is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
I really don't envy Blake right now.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Officer keeps control of the position easily here as Blake tries to buck him off.
Officer continues to stall.
Blake can't escape the position.
Blake staying busy and making it hard for Officer to control.
I would not like to be Blake right now.
Officer trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Blake right now.
Officer trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Officer just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Blake is in bad spot here.
What can Blake do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Officer tries to get the hooks in deep but Blake pushed the leg off.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Officer slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Officer struggling to keep hold of the position.
What can Blake do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Officer struggling to keep hold of the position.
Officer has good solid back control here.
Officer has the hooks in. Blake is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Officer trying to control momentarily.
Officer has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Blake's body.
Blake is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake looking very determined here, making life difficult for Officer.
Officer is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Officer takes the fight on points by 4 to 0.
Police Officer is the new welterweight champion!
Police Officer gave a mention to Humanoid Nutrition (160Q for 180$) in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
GRAPPLEMANIA 1
Date: Oct 19, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4467 p4p, 179 weight class) and Aloysius Martin Thesz (ranked 3732 p4p, 154 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 13 losses; Aloysius Martin Thesz!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Stewart Dunkirk and George Francis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Thesz
Thesz has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Blake Phoenix's Champion Factory. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Thesz trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thesz wants to pass the guard but Blake is keeping the position.
Blake being controlled here, momentarily.
Blake keeping full guard, as Thesz tries to pass.
Thesz passes Blake's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake tries to roll over but Thesz keeps him under control.
Thesz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Blake sees it coming and defends easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Thesz wants to free his trapped foot but Blake is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Thesz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Blake is just riding it out for now. Thesz eventually gives up the hold.
Thesz is looking for a kimura here.
Thesz is thwarting Blake's attempts to control the position.
Thesz content to control rather than advance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Thesz wants to advance to full mount but Blake doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Thesz trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
Thesz tries to free his leg and advance position but Blake is retaining full guard.
Thesz passes into half guard.
Blake is refusing to be controlled, as Thesz sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Thesz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blake knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Thesz is looking for a kimura but Blake is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Thesz to get the leverage.
Blake won't allow Thesz to pass to mount.
Thesz is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (5) Thesz
Thesz content just to control the position here.
Thesz mounts Blake! Really nice guard pass there!
Thesz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Thesz wants to take Blake's back here but Blake is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thesz goes for an armbar but Blake turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Blake. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (5) Thesz
Thesz controlling Blake's posture.
Thesz is trying to control the position but Blake postures up.
Thesz pulls Blake in close to prevent any damage.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake won't allow Thesz to sweep him here.
Thesz looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Blake puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Thesz wants to control but Blake passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (5) Thesz
Blake advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (7) vs (5) Thesz
Thesz tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Blake looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to control but Thesz wriggling away.
Blake controlling the position easily from mount.
Thesz is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Thesz is still trying to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thesz is just holding on here. Blake manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Blake (10) vs (5) Thesz
Thesz is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Thesz wants to control his opponent's hands but Blake gets his hands free.
I really don't envy Thesz right now.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Thesz turns into Blake and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (10) vs (7) Thesz
Thesz passes Blake's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Blake is defending against the submission attempts here by Thesz.
Thesz wants to free his trapped foot but Blake is holding on for dear life with his legs.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake is staying active underneath Thesz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Thesz works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (10) vs (10) Thesz
Blake regains half guard.
Thesz 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.
Thesz passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (10) vs (13) Thesz
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Thesz tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Thesz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
Thesz passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Blake! Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (10) vs (15) Thesz
Blake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake stops Thesz from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Thesz goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Blake is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (12) vs (15) Thesz
Blake trying to control but Thesz is working from the bottom.
Blake is fighting to break Thesz's control of his arms but Thesz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Thesz is trying to control the position but Blake postures up.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Blake showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Blake postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Thesz holds on and takes a little breather.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake wants to control from the top but Thesz keeps moving.
Thesz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Blake is one step ahead there.
Blake looking to sit in guard and control but Thesz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (12) vs (17) Thesz
Thesz pushes down on Blake's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Blake is in trouble now - Thesz has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (12) vs (20) Thesz
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Thesz goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Blake turns into him and now he's in Thesz's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (14) vs (20) Thesz
Thesz wants to sweep here but Blake controlling him for the moment.
Blake stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thesz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Thesz looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Blake puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thesz wins on points by 20 to 14.
Aloysius Martin Thesz is the new super heavyweight champion!
Post fight, an emotional Aloysius Martin Thesz said 'Ohh yeah! How'd you like THAT golden shower, bitch? Smell the scent of TRUE excellence!'. |
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Event:
Fright Night Final 4
Date: Oct 12, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4404 p4p, 176 weight class) and Ewen Davis (ranked 475 p4p, 17 weight class). Davis has chosen Atreyu-Ex's and oh's as his entrance music. Michael Blake had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 4 losses; Ewen Davis!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, George Francis and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Blake (4) vs (0) Davis
Davis is trying to control Blake's posture but Blake avoids it.
Davis prevents Blake from improving position.
Davis tries to bench press Blake off him but Blake keeps the position.
Davis struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Davis is trying to control Blake's posture but Blake avoids it.
Blake is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Davis will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Davis struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Davis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Blake wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
A control attempt from Davis but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (6) vs (0) Davis
Davis sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Davis controlling the position well.
Davis is looking to improve his position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Davis is looking to improve his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Davis keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Blake 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.
Blake wants to take a breather but Davis is having none of it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake prevents Davis from improving his position.
Davis is concentrating on defense, preventing Blake from advancing position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake is working for a kimura but Davis is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are battling for position here. Davis manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Blake wants to control from the top but Davis keeps moving.
Davis looking to control but Blake passes into half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying to control the action in half guard but Davis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Davis is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Davis wants to control but Blake is keeping busy.
Davis moves into full guard.
Blake trying to control but Davis is working from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Davis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Davis has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Blake has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (9) vs (0) Davis
Blake trying to control the action but Davis is working from the bottom.
Davis manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (9) vs (2) Davis
Davis is pressing down on Blake's thigh, looking to free his foot. Blake is holding on for now.
Davis is controlling the pace.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Davis is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Blake reverses the position - he's now on top in Davis's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (11) vs (2) Davis
Davis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Davis pulls Blake in close to prevent any damage.
Davis wants to sweep here but Blake controlling him for the moment.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Davis is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Davis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Blake is one step ahead there.
Davis is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Blake trying to control but Davis is working from the bottom.
Davis is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Davis lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (11) vs (4) Davis
Blake 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.
Davis passes Blake's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Davis is looking for a kimura but Blake is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Davis to get the leverage.
Blake might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Davis wants to pass to mount but Blake is defending the position.
Blake regains full guard. Nicely done.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to sweep but instead, Davis has passed into half guard.
Davis tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blake knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Davis is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Davis is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Blake is just riding it out for now. Davis eventually gives up the hold.
Davis takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Davis works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (11) vs (7) Davis
Davis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Blake's face as Davis controls the position.
Davis trying to control the action but Blake is working from the bottom.
Davis working away.
Davis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
A lull in the action here as Davis stalls from top position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Davis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
Davis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Blake is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Blake gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Davis tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blake knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Davis works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (11) vs (10) Davis
Davis controlling the position from side mount.
Davis is looking to take a break and control but Blake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Davis controlling the position from side mount.
Blake is not content to let Davis control the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying to get back to half guard.
Davis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Davis goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Blake rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Davis's guard! Nice work there by Blake! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (13) vs (10) Davis
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake takes the fight on points by 13 to 10.
A victorious Michael Blake thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Ewen Davis spoke after the fight, saying 'Ill be back and next time ill be ready.'. |
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Event:
Halloween Havoc Elite 8
Date: Oct 01, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4382 p4p, 173 weight class) and Pablo Dominguez (ranked 16853 p4p, 242 weight class). Dominguez has chosen Change by The Deftones as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 2 losses; Pablo Dominguez!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Tiny Johnson and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dominguez is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Blake's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Dominguez
Dominguez slows the pace down in half guard.
It looks like Dominguez might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Blake wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dominguez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Blake looking for submissions off his back.
Blake wants to control but Dominguez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dominguez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dominguez controlling the action here.
Blake might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dominguez prevents Blake from improving his position.
Dominguez trying to mount his opponent but Blake defends it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dominguez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (5) Dominguez
Blake is being controlled here.
Dominguez trying to control the action but Blake is working from the bottom.
Blake is trying to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dominguez taking a breather here.
Blake struggling a bit here.
Dominguez is looking to take a break and control but Blake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Blake's face as Dominguez controls the position.
Dominguez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
Blake manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dominguez's best efforts.
Blake wants to improve his position but Dominguez is controlling well.
Dominguez controlling the action here.
Blake is looking to improve his position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dominguez tries to pass to full mount but Blake defends it.
Dominguez stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dominguez prevents Blake from improving his position.
Dominguez goes for a cartwheel guard pass here but Blake does a handstand and catches Dominguez in mid air with a triangle! Could it be? It is! It's the triple decker pecker wrecker! The fighters land on the ground with Blake on top - Dominguez is already out from the submission! Blake gives Dominguez's pecker the obligatory post submission twist and this one is aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaall over! Are you kidding me! That is world class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. That guy is my hero!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (TDPW) . Michael Blake!
Our winner, Michael Blake, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Pablo Dominguez stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'm telling you right now, these people that fuckin do steroids, you know what I mean? I'm like, I wish everything was legal, because that would give them the chance to go out there and make their mark and then burn the fuck out. And that's when I come in with my consistency, because I'm coming.'. |
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Event:
HBCC Sweet 16
Date: Sep 22, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4320 p4p, 167 weight class) and Greco Roman (ranked 8562 p4p, 276 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 15 losses; Greco Roman!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Tiny Johnson and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Roman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Roman shoots for a double leg takedown but Blake sprawls well. He's pushed Roman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Blake changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Roman looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Blake (4) vs (0) Roman
Blake takes a little break here. Roman wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Roman is trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake tries for a kimura but Roman is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Roman regains half guard.
Blake is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Roman! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (7) vs (0) Roman
Roman keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Roman sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Blake looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying to control. Roman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Roman trying to control here.
Roman keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Roman is looking to control Blake's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Roman avoid being mounted?
Blake is taking a breather. Roman says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roman is trying to control but can't.
Roman tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
Blake is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Roman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Blake is working away from the top position though.
Blake passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Roman! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (10) vs (0) Roman
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Roman is trying to escape the mount.
Blake tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Roman really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake content just to control the position here.
Roman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Blake with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Roman tries to hold on but Blake postures up.
Roman sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Blake trying to pass the guard but Roman defending well.
Blake is thwarting Roman's attempts to control the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Roman is defending against the submission attempts here by Blake.
Roman is looking to control Blake's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Roman avoid being mounted?
Roman has his hands clasped together around Blake's back. He's all about the action.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Roman is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Blake's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Blake's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (10) vs (4) Roman
Roman controlling the position well here. Blake rolled but Roman kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Roman is persistently looking for the submission but Blake is defending it well.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Roman working for the choke.
Blake rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Blake has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Roman is working away from the top position though.
Roman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Blake does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Roman's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Roman's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (14) vs (4) Roman
Roman just trying to survive but Blake is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Roman can't escape the position.
Roman looking very determined here, making life difficult for Blake.
You can see the frustration on Roman's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Roman preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Blake.
Roman breaks Blake's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (14) vs (6) Roman
Blake being controlled here, momentarily.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Roman trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Blake looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Blake is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (16) vs (6) Roman
Roman working a defensive guard but Blake passes into half guard.
Roman is concentrating on defense, preventing Blake from advancing position.
Roman wants to control but Blake is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Roman is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Blake has latched onto it... Big trouble! Blake pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Roman is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Blake!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michael Blake!
After winning the bout, Michael Blake 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:
HBCC 2
Date: Sep 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4242 p4p, 131 weight class) and Sebastol Ceomo (ranked 2611 p4p, 80 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sebastol Ceomo!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Alan Glass and Chris Downing.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ceomo drives through and clinches with Blake against the cage.
Blake prevents a takedown attempt there.
Blake goes for a takedown attempt but Ceomo pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Blake has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ceomo stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ceomo wants it to stay on the feet.
Ceomo closes the distance and clinches.
Ceomo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Blake avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Blake has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ceomo regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (0) Ceomo
Ceomo is looking to sweep but instead, Blake has passed into half guard.
Ceomo wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ceomo manages to get to full guard.
Ceomo wants to control but Blake passes easily into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ceomo manages to get to full guard.
Ceomo looking to control.
Ceomo looking to control but Blake passes into half guard.
Ceomo trying to hold on to Blake's head to control him but Blake postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ceomo is trying to get back to full guard.
Ceomo is pressing down on Blake's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ceomo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ceomo 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (0) Ceomo
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ceomo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ceomo isn't going anywhere.
The referee asks Blake politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Blake prefers to stall for the moment though.
Ceomo is trying to get back to half guard.
Ceomo gets back to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ceomo wants to control the action here but instead Blake manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (8) vs (0) Ceomo
Blake sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Blake can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ceomo is looking to escape.
Ceomo gets back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ceomo is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ceomo keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Ceomo is not content to let Blake control the position.
Ceomo is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake wants to free his trapped foot but Ceomo is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ceomo wants to get back to full guard.
Ceomo won't allow Blake to pass to mount.
Ceomo trying to control but Blake postures up.
Ceomo felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ceomo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Blake is trying to control the action in half guard but Ceomo is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Blake is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ceomo is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ceomo is trying to control but Blake passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (11) vs (0) Ceomo
Blake gets to mount! Ceomo was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (13) vs (0) Ceomo
Ceomo tries to hold on but Blake postures up.
Ceomo gets back to half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Blake is thwarting Ceomo's attempts to control the position.
Ceomo wants to get back to full guard.
Blake is pressing down on Ceomo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ceomo is holding on for now.
Ceomo tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
Ceomo trying to control here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ceomo won't allow Blake to pass to mount.
Ceomo trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (16) vs (0) Ceomo
Ceomo is looking to get to half guard.
Blake tries to control but Ceomo wriggling away.
Ceomo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to control but Ceomo wriggling away.
Blake looking for a guillotine from mount but Ceomo is having none of it.
Ceomo is trying to escape the mount.
Blake avoids the attempt from Ceomo to control.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to control but Ceomo wriggling away.
Ceomo is desperately trying to improve his position but Blake has a good base and remains in mount.
Blake can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ceomo is looking to escape.
Blake avoids the attempt from Ceomo to control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ceomo regains half guard.
Ceomo tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Blake has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (19) vs (0) Ceomo
Ceomo can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Ceomo wants to hold on but Blake pushes him away.
Ceomo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ceomo wants to hold on but Blake pushes him away.
Blake looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Ceomo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ceomo bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (19) vs (2) Ceomo
Blake is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ceomo won't allow Blake to sweep him here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ceomo trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Blake manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (21) vs (2) Ceomo
Ceomo trying to keep a closed guard but Blake is proving a slippery customer.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake takes the fight on points by 21 to 2.
Michael Blake seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Apr 25, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4185 p4p, 0 weight class) and Greco Roman (ranked 9460 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 13 losses; Greco Roman!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Donald Grub and James Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Roman but Roman pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Roman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Blake shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Roman napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Blake (4) vs (0) Roman
Roman is looking to regain half guard here but Blake keeps moving and retains side control.
Roman is letting Blake control him for a moment.
Roman struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake trying to control the position but Roman is working away.
Roman is looking to reverse the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Blake has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Blake definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Roman is trying to improve his position.
Roman is trying to control Blake's posture but Blake avoids it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake gets to mount! Roman was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (6) vs (0) Roman
Roman really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Blake content just to control the position here.
Roman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Roman is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Blake is staying active.
Blake controlling from the full mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake looking to isolate an arm here. Roman doesn't see it coming and as Blake extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Blake!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michael Blake!
Michael Blake is the new light heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Michael Blake 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:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Apr 24, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4159 p4p, 0 weight class) and Hughtavious Mingo (ranked 1822 p4p, 262 weight class). Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Hughtavious Mingo!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Colin Fotheringham and James Ackerman.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mingo gets a clinch.
Mingo is working for takedown but Blake is calmly controlling the position for now.
Mingo has Blake pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Blake manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Blake has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mingo is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Blake is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mingo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Mingo wants a takedown but no success here.
Michael Blake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hughtavious Mingo.
Mingo is looking to take this one to the mat.
Blake wants the takedown. Mingo is fighting it off but Blake persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Mingo's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (0) Mingo
Mingo has Blake pulled in close to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mingo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (2) Mingo
Mingo advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (2) vs (5) Mingo
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake is trying to escape the position but Mingo is controlling the position.
Mingo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Blake is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Mingo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Blake is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Blake definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Blake is trying to control Mingo's posture but Mingo avoids it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Blake is pressing down on Mingo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Mingo wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Blake bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mingo's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (4) vs (5) Mingo
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Mingo is retaining full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mingo keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
Mingo 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.
Blake trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mingo is controlling Blake's posture.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mingo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
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.
Mingo wants to control the position but Blake says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Well, if Blake 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.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mingo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Blake is working away from the top position though.
Mingo is looking to get back to full guard here but Blake has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (7) vs (5) Mingo
Blake wants to control but Mingo is keeping him busy.
Blake is trying to get an arm triangle but Mingo is defending well.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mingo tries to buck Blake off but Blake is having none of it.
Mingo can't do much from the bottom here.
Mingo is trying to get back to half guard.
Blake works to advance to full mount. Mingo defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (9) vs (5) Mingo
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake controlling from the full mount.
Mingo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blake trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Mingo gets back to half guard.
Mingo trying to control but Blake postures up.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake wants to pass to mount but Mingo is defending the position.
Blake with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Mingo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Blake in particular looking to stall.
Mingo trying to control here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Mingo wants to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Blake is trying to work for a kimura but Mingo is defending well.
Blake is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake content to control rather than advance.
Blake is looking to advance position but Mingo won't allow it.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake controlling the action here.
Mingo is staying active underneath Blake, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Blake trying to mount his opponent but Mingo defends it.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Mingo is looking to control Blake's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mingo avoid being mounted?
Mingo tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
Mingo trying to control but Blake postures up.
Blake tries to pass to full mount but Mingo defends it.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Mingo! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (12) vs (5) Mingo
Mingo sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Mingo wants to get back to full guard.
Mingo gets full guard.
Blake is stalling in the full guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mingo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Blake trying to control but Mingo is working from the bottom.
Mingo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake takes the fight on points by 12 to 5.
A very excited looking Michael Blake made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Apr 23, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4142 p4p, 418 weight class) and TJ Hearts (ranked 1865 p4p, 267 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; TJ Hearts!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Richard Clark and Paul Tew.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hearts closes the distance and pushes Blake back into the cage.
Blake wants to take the fight to the mat but Hearts manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Hearts has Blake pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Blake manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hearts has picked Blake up - he's going for a ride! Hearts dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Hearts
Hearts performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Blake is trying is best to control the position here.
Hearts wants to pass the guard but Blake is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hearts is working for a kimura but Blake is defending it quite comfortably.
Hearts is taking a breather. Blake says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake wants to get back to full guard.
Blake has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Blake tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hearts has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (5) Hearts
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake regains half guard.
Blake tries to get to full guard but Hearts has control of the leg.
Hearts trying to control the action but Blake is working from the bottom.
Hearts trying to mount his opponent but Blake defends it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hearts is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Blake still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Blake has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (4) vs (5) Hearts
Blake taking a breather here.
Hearts is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hearts, who protects the arm well.
Hearts is looking for a sweep.
Blake trying to control the action but Hearts is working from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying to get an arm triangle but Hearts is defending well.
Blake trying to control the position but Hearts is working away.
Hearts is looking for a sweep.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake laying and praying for a moment but Hearts takes advantage and regains half guard.
Hearts trying to control from the bottom.
Blake wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hearts keeps working.
Hearts trying to control but Blake postures up.
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.
Blake seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hearts does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hearts trying to control here.
Hearts wants to improve his position but Blake is controlling well.
Hearts wants to control but Blake is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Blake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hearts is just riding it out for now. Blake eventually gives up the hold.
Blake is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (7) vs (5) Hearts
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to work his way around to Hearts's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Blake looking to control but Hearts is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Blake takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake wants to take his opponent's back but Hearts doesn't allow it.
Blake moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Blake (10) vs (5) Hearts
Hearts trying to control the hands but Blake breaks the grip.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Blake's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hearts defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake biding his time, controlling Hearts.
Blake keeps control of the position as Hearts tries to break free.
Blake is looking to control Hearts but Hearts is wriggling around and keeping busy.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying to stick to Hearts's back but Hearts is turning into Blake. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Blake's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Hearts. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (10) vs (7) Hearts
Blake has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hearts has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (10) vs (10) Hearts
Hearts tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Blake is looking to regain half guard here but Hearts keeps moving and retains side control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Blake is working hard here to advance position.
Hearts tries for a kimura but Blake is defending well.
Blake looks to move to half guard but instead Hearts has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (10) vs (12) Hearts
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hearts wants to control the action but instead Blake gets a body lock and reverses into Hearts's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (12) vs (12) Hearts
Hearts wants to control but Blake passes easily into half guard.
Blake is thwarting Hearts's attempts to control the position.
Hearts wants to improve his position but Blake is controlling well.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hearts regains full guard. Nicely done.
Blake passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (15) vs (12) Hearts
Hearts sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Hearts tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hearts moves into full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake takes the fight on points by 15 to 12.
Our winner, Michael Blake, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D1): Sydney Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Apr 15, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 4104 p4p, 416 weight class) and Don Glover (ranked 2148 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Don Glover!
The judges for this bout are Darius Henderson, Ben Watson and Ron Honeybunn.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Glover feints and as Blake raises his hands in defense, Glover changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Glover
Blake manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Glover manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (2) Glover
Glover looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Glover is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Glover working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Blake doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Blake manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake content to stall in guard here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Glover is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Blake forces his way into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Blake wants to pass the guard but Glover is defending well.
Glover is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Glover wants to sweep but Blake has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (2) Glover
Glover tries to improve position but can't.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries for a kimura but Glover is defending well.
Blake staying calm.
Blake passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Glover! Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (7) vs (2) Glover
Blake content just to control the position here.
Glover is trying to reverse the position but instead Blake has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Blake (10) vs (2) Glover
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Glover looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Blake is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Glover knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Glover for a finish.
Glover preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Blake.
Blake has the hooks in. Glover is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Blake is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Blake controlling well, preventing Glover from escaping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Glover is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Blake is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Glover is really stuck here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake is cranking Glover's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Glover! He's tightened the choke and Glover is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michael Blake!
A very excited looking Michael Blake made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D1): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Magestico Garuntasticos (ranked 2202 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michael Blake (ranked 4043 p4p, 415 weight class). Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Michael Blake enters the cage!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Magestico Garuntasticos ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 7 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Topper Green, Ron Honeybunn and Francis DeMontford.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Garuntasticos clinches up with Blake and pushes him back against the cage.
Blake gets underhooks to prevent Garuntasticos 's takedown attempt.
Garuntasticos has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Garuntasticos pulls guard.
Garuntasticos working for a triangle but Blake defends it easily.
Garuntasticos is looking for a triangle but Blake pushes his legs off easily.
Garuntasticos looking for a guillotine here but Blake defends easily.
Garuntasticos has an active guard here but Blake has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garuntasticos actively working from the bottom here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Garuntasticos is looking to improve his position.
Blake is pressing down on Garuntasticos 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Garuntasticos is holding on for now.
Garuntasticos looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Garuntasticos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Garuntasticos tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Blake is looking for a kimura but Garuntasticos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Blake to get the leverage.
Garuntasticos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Garuntasticos with the active half guard here but Blake passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Garuntasticos (0) vs (3) Blake
My spies in Gym Beam inform me that Blake has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake wants to control but Garuntasticos is keeping him busy.
Blake is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Garuntasticos regains half guard.
Blake wants to take a breather but Garuntasticos is having none of it.
Garuntasticos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Blake pulls his head out easily.
Garuntasticos looking for submissions off his back.
Blake trying to pass the guard but Garuntasticos defending well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Garuntasticos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Garuntasticos actively working from the bottom here.
Garuntasticos looking for subs from the bottom but Blake mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Garuntasticos (0) vs (6) Blake
Garuntasticos is in all sorts of trouble here.
Garuntasticos is working hard here to advance position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to work his way around to Garuntasticos 's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Garuntasticos is in all sorts of trouble here.
Blake takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Garuntasticos is in all sorts of trouble here.
Blake controlling from mount.
Garuntasticos manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Garuntasticos looking for submissions off his back.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Garuntasticos actively working from the bottom here.
Garuntasticos looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Garuntasticos with the active half guard here but Blake passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Garuntasticos (0) vs (9) Blake
The referee asks Blake politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Blake prefers to stall for the moment though.
Garuntasticos is looking to reverse the position.
Garuntasticos looks to move to half guard but instead Blake has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Garuntasticos (0) vs (11) Blake
Garuntasticos keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to control but Garuntasticos is having none of it.
Garuntasticos can't escape the position.
Blake takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Garuntasticos working to try and regain half guard.
Blake content just to control the position here.
Garuntasticos is trying to escape the mount.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Garuntasticos regains half guard.
Blake works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Garuntasticos (0) vs (14) Blake
Garuntasticos is squirming around, avoiding Blake's attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Garuntasticos is trying to escape the mount.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Garuntasticos gets back to half guard.
Garuntasticos actively working from the bottom here.
Garuntasticos is looking to improve his position.
Garuntasticos looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Blake pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Garuntasticos (0) vs (17) Blake
Garuntasticos is in all sorts of trouble here.
Blake manages to capitalize on a mistake by Garuntasticos to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Garuntasticos (0) vs (20) Blake
Blake has his arm under Garuntasticos 's chin here. Game over son! Blake squeezes tightly and Garuntasticos is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michael Blake!
Our winner, Michael Blake, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
EMP 7
Date: Mar 17, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 3983 p4p, 446 weight class) and Percy Schmeiser (ranked 2682 p4p, 319 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Schmeiser's choice of entrance music: David vs Monsanto. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 6 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 4 losses; Percy Schmeiser!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Andrew Berry and Steven Brown.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Schmeiser closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Blake did well to prevent Schmeiser getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Schmeiser
Blake is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Schmeiser seems content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schmeiser works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (5) Schmeiser
Blake is squirming around, avoiding Schmeiser's attempts to control the action.
Blake wants to hold on but Schmeiser pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake can't escape the position.
Schmeiser wants to control but instead Blake manages to regain half guard.
Schmeiser works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (8) Schmeiser
Blake definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Schmeiser controlling from side mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake is looking for a sweep.
Schmeiser is looking to take a break and control but Blake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Blake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Blake being controlled for a moment.
Schmeiser wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Blake is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Schmeiser controlling the pace.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser wants to take a breather but Blake is having none of it.
Schmeiser sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Blake is trying to get back to full guard.
Schmeiser content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Blake is looking to control Schmeiser's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Blake avoid being mounted?
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser trying to mount his opponent but Blake defends it.
Schmeiser not doing much here.
Schmeiser trying to control from half guard but Blake is working away.
Schmeiser is pressing down on Blake's thigh, looking to free his foot. Blake is holding on for now.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser is trying to control the action in half guard but Blake is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Schmeiser with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Blake is refusing to be controlled, as Schmeiser sits in half guard.
Schmeiser is controlling the pace.
Schmeiser is keen to just control but Blake is a slippery customer.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser wants to pass to mount but Blake is defending the position.
Schmeiser seems to be working for a kimura but Blake defends the submission attempt.
Schmeiser has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (11) Schmeiser
Schmeiser content just to control the position here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schmeiser controlling from mount.
It looks like Schmeiser might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Schmeiser tries to control but Blake wriggling away.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to hold on but Schmeiser pushes him away.
Schmeiser controlling from the full mount.
Schmeiser can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Blake is looking to escape.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake can't escape the position.
Schmeiser content just to control the position here.
Blake tries to reverse the position but Schmeiser maintains control.
Schmeiser controlling the pace for now.
Schmeiser takes Blake's back. Score +3 for taking back: Blake (0) vs (14) Schmeiser
Schmeiser has good solid back control here.
Blake can't escape the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Blake's body.
Schmeiser trying to control.
Schmeiser is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Blake has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Schmeiser patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Schmeiser slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake just trying to survive but Schmeiser is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Schmeiser tries to get the hooks in deep but Blake pushed the leg off.
Blake is really stuck here.
A lull in the action here.
Schmeiser has the hooks in. Blake is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Schmeiser controls the position.
Schmeiser looking for the choke but no joy.
Blake manages to reverse the position and now he's in Schmeiser's guard. Nice work there by Blake.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (14) Schmeiser
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser working for a triangle but Blake defends it easily.
Blake not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Blake trying to control the position from guard on top but Schmeiser is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schmeiser looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Blake trying to control the position from guard on top but Schmeiser is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schmeiser working a defensive guard but Blake manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (14) Schmeiser
Schmeiser is looking for a sweep.
Schmeiser can't do much from the bottom here.
Schmeiser is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Blake off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (5) vs (18) Schmeiser
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Schmeiser looking for the choke but no joy.
Blake rolls, trying to escape but Schmeiser keeps control of the position.
Blake is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake fending off the submission attempt from Schmeiser.
Schmeiser trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schmeiser wins on points by 18 to 5.
Percy Schmeiser is the new welterweight champion!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Percy Schmeiser made sure he mentioned Zenith Nutrition (160q/225$), along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
WAR GAMES
Date: Feb 24, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 3852 p4p, 462 weight class) and Vulcahn Dravezesdi (ranked 1284 p4p, 176 weight class). Michael Blake is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 6 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Steven Brown and Paul Tew.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake shoots in for a takedown but Dravezesdi shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Blake keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Blake half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dravezesdi darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi wants to pass to mount but Blake is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dravezesdi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Blake is just riding it out for now. Dravezesdi eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dravezesdi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake tries to get to full guard but Dravezesdi has control of the leg.
Dravezesdi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
Dravezesdi stalling.
Dravezesdi is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Blake! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (5) Dravezesdi
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dravezesdi looking to control but Blake is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dravezesdi is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Blake is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Dravezesdi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dravezesdi moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Blake (0) vs (8) Dravezesdi
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake is really stuck here.
Dravezesdi is trying to control but Blake is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Dravezesdi wants to take his opponent's back but Blake doesn't allow it.
Dravezesdi goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Blake turns into him and now he's in Dravezesdi's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (8) Dravezesdi
Blake pushing down on Dravezesdi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to advance position but Dravezesdi won't allow it.
Dravezesdi tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
Dravezesdi is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Blake's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Blake's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (2) vs (12) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi doesn't have the hooks in and Blake manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (4) vs (12) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi looking to control.
Dravezesdi 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.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dravezesdi looking for a guillotine here but Blake defends easily.
Blake showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dravezesdi keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
Blake pushing down on Dravezesdi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Dravezesdi tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Dravezesdi trying to get back to full guard but Blake takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (7) vs (12) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi is looking to improve his position but Blake isn't that keen on the idea.
Blake tries to control but Dravezesdi wriggling away.
Dravezesdi is desperately trying to improve his position but Blake has a good base and remains in mount.
Blake is trying to control here but Dravezesdi has managed to regain half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Dravezesdi looking for submissions off his back.
Blake trying to control the action but Dravezesdi is working from the bottom.
Dravezesdi gets back to full guard.
Dravezesdi keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
Dravezesdi is looking to sweep but instead, Blake has passed into half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dravezesdi is just riding it out for now. Blake eventually gives up the hold.
Blake is stalling here. Dravezesdi is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Blake seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Dravezesdi has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (7) vs (16) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi wants to control for a moment but Blake uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Blake moves into full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dravezesdi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dravezesdi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dravezesdi pushing down on Blake's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Blake won't allow Dravezesdi to pass to mount.
The fighters are battling for position here. Blake manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dravezesdi trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dravezesdi looking to sit in guard and control but Blake gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (9) vs (16) Dravezesdi
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to control the position from guard on top but Dravezesdi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Our spies down at at England Fight Club MMA inform us that Dravezesdi has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Dravezesdi is trying to hold Blake in close to prevent damage but Blake has managed to pass into half guard.
Dravezesdi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Dravezesdi trying to get back to full guard but Blake takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (12) vs (16) Dravezesdi
Blake seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Dravezesdi is holding on tight.
Dravezesdi tries to hold on but Blake postures up.
Dravezesdi working to try and regain half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Dravezesdi prevents Blake from taking his back.
Blake trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dravezesdi is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dravezesdi is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Well,Blake is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake manages to capitalize on a mistake by Dravezesdi to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Blake (15) vs (16) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi 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 Blake gets his way!
Dravezesdi is really stuck here.
Dravezesdi keeps trying to improve his position.
Dravezesdi turns into Blake and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (15) vs (18) Dravezesdi
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake controls Dravezesdi momentarily but Dravezesdi frees himself.
Dravezesdi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dravezesdi works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dravezesdi is stalling here. Blake is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dravezesdi seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Blake has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (19) vs (18) Dravezesdi
Dravezesdi trying to remain calm as Blake controls from the top position.
Dravezesdi tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Blake easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (21) vs (18) Dravezesdi
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dravezesdi looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Blake (24) vs (18) Dravezesdi
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake takes the fight on points by 24 to 18.
Michael Blake is the new welterweight champion!
Our winner, Michael Blake, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Feb 12, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake (ranked 3801 p4p, 457 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 7133 p4p, 0 weight class). Tisoaka has chosen Festivo as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 5 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Shirou Masuda and Taro Takaoka.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches.
Tisoaka changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Blake fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tisoaka looking to score a takedown here. Blake is defending well but Tisoaka drives through and ends up in Blake's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Tisoaka
Blake has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Tisoaka won't allow Blake to sweep him here.
Blake has control of Tisoaka's left arm, preventing Tisoaka from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Blake keeping full guard, as Tisoaka tries to pass.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake trying to keep a closed guard but Tisoaka is proving a slippery customer.
Tisoaka trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Tisoaka forces his way into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake has his hands clasped together around Tisoaka's back. He's all about the action.
Blake is not content to let Tisoaka control the position.
My spies in 道場 inform me that Tisoaka has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Blake controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Blake tries to get to full guard but Tisoaka has control of the leg.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Blake looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tisoaka tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blake knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to take a breather but Blake is having none of it.
Tisoaka takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Blake controlling the position well.
Blake is looking to control Tisoaka's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Blake avoid being mounted?
Blake is positioning himself well to prevent Tisoaka advancing to mount.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake is not content to let Tisoaka control the position.
Tisoaka sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Blake wants to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka is looking to advance position but Blake won't allow it.
Blake is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake actively working from the bottom here.
Tisoaka frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (5) Tisoaka
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka avoids the attempt from Blake to control.
Blake is trying desperately to improve position.
Blake is squirming around, avoiding Tisoaka's attempts to control the action.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Blake wants to get back to full guard.
Blake is looking to control Tisoaka's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Blake avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Blake is trying to control but can't.
Tisoaka stalling.
Blake trying to control here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake is staying active underneath Tisoaka, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tisoaka controlling the action here.
Blake is concentrating on defense, preventing Tisoaka from advancing position.
Blake wants to get back to full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is keen to just control but Blake is a slippery customer.
Blake moves into full guard.
Tisoaka trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tisoaka avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from Blake.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake wants to hit a switch here but Tisoaka passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Blake there! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (8) Tisoaka
Blake looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Blake (0) vs (11) Tisoaka
You can see the frustration on Blake's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Tisoaka really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Blake.
Blake is trying to break free.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Blake tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Blake staying busy and making it hard for Tisoaka to control.
Blake is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
Blake trying to control the position but Tisoaka manages to sink in the hooks.
Will Tisoaka go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake breaks Tisoaka's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (11) Tisoaka
Tisoaka wants to sweep here but Blake controlling him for the moment.
Tisoaka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Blake's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (13) Tisoaka
Blake 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.
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Blake has his foot on Tisoaka's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tisoaka works his way back into a safe position though.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake has Tisoaka pulled in close to control his posture.
Tisoaka showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Blake wants to sweep but no luck.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Blake's guard.
Tisoaka is stalling here. Blake is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Tisoaka seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Blake has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (6) vs (13) Tisoaka
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka wins on points by 13 to 6.
Katuro Tisoaka gave a mention to Quick & Easy Laundry in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Coyote Starrk (ranked 1841 p4p, 236 weight class) and Michael Blake (ranked 3803 p4p, 448 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Coyote Starrk! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 5 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Hirohito Nitta.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Starrk but Starrk pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Starrk moves into the clinch.
Starrk pulls guard effortlessly.
Starrk looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
My spies in Gym Beam inform me that Blake has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Starrk is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blake controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Starrk keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Starrk is pulling down on Blake's head. It's preventing any offense from Blake, at least for the moment.
Blake drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Blake jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Starrk 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.
Starrk not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake won't allow Starrk to sweep him here.
Starrk trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake stopping the sweep attempt from Starrk.
Blake slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Blake postures up.
Blake is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Starrk is trying to control the position but Blake postures up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake looking to pass the guard.
Blake content to stall in guard here.
Starrk tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Starrk is adopting a defensive guard.
Starrk working a defensive guard here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Starrk is retaining full guard.
Blake stopping the sweep attempt from Starrk.
Blake postures up.
Blake forces his way into half guard.
Blake passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Starrk (0) vs (3) Blake
Blake tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Starrk tries to hold on but Blake postures up.
Starrk is desperately trying to improve his position but Blake has a good base and remains in mount.
Blake trying to control but Starrk is having none of it.
Blake controlling the pace for now.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Starrk is looking to improve his position but Blake isn't that keen on the idea.
Blake sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Starrk wants to hold on but Blake pushes him away.
Blake controlling the position easily from mount.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Starrk tries to reverse the position but Blake maintains control.
Blake avoids the attempt from Starrk to control.
Starrk sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Starrk is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Starrk is looking to control Blake's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Starrk avoid being mounted?
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Starrk is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Blake is looking for a kimura here.
Starrk makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Starrk.
Blake is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to control but Starrk is working from the bottom.
Starrk is trying to keep Blake in close.
Starrk keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
Blake wants to pass the guard but Starrk is keeping the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Starrk not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Starrk has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Blake not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Blake trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Starrk is trying to keep Blake in close.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake won't allow Starrk to sweep him here.
Starrk is working hard here to advance position.
Blake is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Blake trying to move into half guard but instead Starrk has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Starrk (2) vs (3) Blake
Starrk pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Starrk wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Starrk stopping the sweep attempt from Blake.
Starrk sitting in guard here, content to control.
Blake throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Starrk stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Blake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Starrk wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Blake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Starrk is one step ahead there.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Starrk defends it easily.
Starrk preventing the sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake trying to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake wins on points by 3 to 2.
Michael Blake decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Jul 12, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and John Gites. Gites has chosen Eminem - Above The Law as his entrance music. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 4 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 9 losses; John Gites!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Richard Clark and James Ackerman.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Gites bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Blake (0) vs (4) Gites
Blake gets back to half guard.
Gites is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Blake doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gites.
Gites trying to mount his opponent but Blake defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gites uses his free foot to push down on Blake's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Blake. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (7) Gites
My spies in FIERCE inform me that Gites has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gites wants to finish this one by submission but Blake is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Gites.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gites controlling the position easily from mount.
Blake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gites goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Blake turns into him and now he's in Gites's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (7) Gites
Blake passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (7) Gites
Blake has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Blake wants to control but Gites is keeping him busy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gites is trying to get back to half guard.
Gites manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Blake stalling.
Gites works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gites is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Gites manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Blake manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (5) vs (9) Gites
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gites pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Gites wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Gites tries to free his leg and advance position but Blake is retaining full guard.
Gites passes into half guard.
Blake tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Gites has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (12) Gites
Blake sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gites wants to take a breather but Blake is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake wants to control but Gites is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Blake is staying active underneath Gites, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gites is looking for a kimura here.
Gites is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Blake sees it coming and defends easily.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Gites is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gites trying to mount his opponent but Blake defends it.
Blake makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Blake.
Blake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gites is one step ahead there.
Blake not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gites wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Blake looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gites wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Gites wants to pass the guard but Blake is keeping the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake pulls Gites in close to his closed guard and prevents Gites from doing any damage or advancing position.
Gites works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Gites controlling the pace.
Gites seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Blake does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Blake works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gites preventing the sweep.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gites looking to sit in guard and control but Blake gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (7) vs (12) Gites
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gites keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
Gites bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Blake's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (7) vs (14) Gites
Blake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gites is one step ahead there.
Gites trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Gites trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
Gites stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Blake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Blake is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (9) vs (14) Gites
Gites working a defensive guard here.
Gites can't keep his opponent in guard - Blake advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gites wants to control but Blake is keeping busy.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Gites tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
Gites trying to control but Blake postures up.
Blake is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gites defends it well.
Gites is trying to get back to full guard.
Gites is still trying to improve position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gites tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
Blake is taking a breather. Gites says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Blake wants to take a breather but Gites is having none of it.
Gites works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Blake sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Gites's guard.
Gites trying to control here.
Gites is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Blake pulls his head out easily.
Blake wants to take a breather but Gites is having none of it.
Gites is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Blake wants to take a breather but Gites is having none of it.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Gites is looking to improve his position.
Blake wants to advance to full mount but Gites doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Blake forces his way into half guard.
Gites makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gites.
Blake postures up.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake wants to control from the top but Gites keeps moving.
Blake is really struggling to control Gites but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Gites manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Blake manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (9) vs (16) Gites
Gites postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake keeping moving, preventing Gites from controlling successfully.
Blake looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gites wins on points by 16 to 9.
A victorious John Gites 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:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 11, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and The Steel Penn Alliance. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 4 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; The Steel Penn Alliance!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Colin Fotheringham and James Atkins.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Blake drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (0) Steel Penn Alliance
Blake won't allow Steel Penn Alliance to sweep him here.
Steel Penn Alliance is adopting a defensive guard.
Blake controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Blake pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steel Penn Alliance is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake stopping the sweep attempt from Steel Penn Alliance.
Blake controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Blake passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (0) Steel Penn Alliance
Blake working away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Steel Penn Alliance holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Steel Penn Alliance is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel Penn Alliance gets back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn Alliance wants to get back to full guard.
Steel Penn Alliance trying to get back to full guard but Blake takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (8) vs (0) Steel Penn Alliance
Blake is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Steel Penn Alliance has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Steel Penn Alliance! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (8) vs (2) Steel Penn Alliance
Steel Penn Alliance showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Steel Penn Alliance wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Blake keeping full guard, as Steel Penn Alliance tries to pass.
Steel Penn Alliance avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Blake keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn Alliance from controlling successfully.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn Alliance is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Steel Penn Alliance trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Steel Penn Alliance has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Steel Penn Alliance is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Blake keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn Alliance from controlling successfully.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to sweep but instead, Steel Penn Alliance has passed into half guard.
Steel Penn Alliance is controlling the pace.
Blake is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Steel Penn Alliance's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Steel Penn Alliance's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (12) vs (2) Steel Penn Alliance
Steel Penn Alliance trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Blake is hanging on to Steel Penn Alliance's back as he tries to escape.
Steel Penn Alliance trying to control the action but Blake just sinks the hooks in.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn Alliance 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 Blake gets his way!
Blake is looking to control Steel Penn Alliance but Steel Penn Alliance is wriggling around and keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on Steel Penn Alliance's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Blake controls the action.
Blake tries to keep control of the position but Steel Penn Alliance is staying busy.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Steel Penn Alliance's chin but Steel Penn Alliance turns very nicely into Blake's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Steel Penn Alliance.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (12) vs (4) Steel Penn Alliance
Blake is trying to keep Steel Penn Alliance in close.
Steel Penn Alliance is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Blake 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.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake is working hard here to advance position.
Steel Penn Alliance wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Steel Penn Alliance controlling from the top position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn Alliance trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn Alliance is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn Alliance stopping the sweep attempt from Blake.
Steel Penn Alliance looking to pass the guard.
Steel Penn Alliance slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Blake keeping full guard, as Steel Penn Alliance tries to pass.
Steel Penn Alliance is fighting to break Blake's control of his arms but Blake is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Steel Penn Alliance is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Blake keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn Alliance from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn Alliance engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Steel Penn Alliance trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Blake manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (14) vs (4) Steel Penn Alliance
Steel Penn Alliance looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn Alliance is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Blake passes Steel Penn Alliance's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Steel Penn Alliance is looking to control Blake's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Steel Penn Alliance avoid being mounted?
Blake is looking to take a break and control but Steel Penn Alliance is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Blake is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Steel Penn Alliance doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Blake.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to pass the guard but Steel Penn Alliance defending well.
Steel Penn Alliance tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Michael Blake thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 03, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and Aran Schmeck. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 4 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 10 losses; Aran Schmeck!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Shirou Masuda and Shigeki Sano.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake feints and as Schmeck raises his hands in defense, Blake changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (0) Schmeck
Schmeck 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: Blake (2) vs (2) Schmeck
Schmeck seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Blake does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schmeck wants to pass the guard but Blake is defending well.
Blake is staying active underneath Schmeck, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Blake wants to improve his position but Schmeck is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake works his way to full guard. Good work.
Schmeck drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Blake dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (4) vs (2) Schmeck
Schmeck is trying to control the position but Blake postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Schmeck working for submissions but it's allowed Blake to get to half guard.
Schmeck moves into full guard.
Schmeck looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Blake has picked Schmeck up and slammed him! Schmeck can't keep hold of the triangle and Blake manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (7) vs (2) Schmeck
Schmeck tries to buck Blake off but Blake is having none of it.
Blake trying to control the position but Schmeck is working away.
Blake tries to advance to mount but Schmeck denies him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Schmeck is looking for a sweep.
Blake is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Schmeck's shoulder. That is not cool.
Schmeck is looking for a sweep.
Schmeck gets back to half guard.
Schmeck wants to improve his position but Blake is controlling well.
Blake controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Schmeck does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake is working for a kimura but Schmeck is defending it quite comfortably.
Blake keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Schmeck trying to hold on to Blake's head to control him but Blake postures up.
Blake seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking for a kimura but Schmeck is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Blake to get the leverage.
Schmeck trying to control here.
Schmeck gets back to full guard.
Schmeck isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Blake stacks Schmeck 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 Blake! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (10) vs (2) Schmeck
Blake wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schmeck keeps working.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Schmeck is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Blake tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Schmeck can't do much from the bottom here.
Schmeck is trying to improve his position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Schmeck struggling a bit here.
Blake trying to control the action but Schmeck is working from the bottom.
Schmeck is being controlled here.
Blake advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (12) vs (2) Schmeck
Schmeck really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Schmeck is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Blake (15) vs (2) Schmeck
I really don't envy Schmeck right now.
Schmeck is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Schmeck trying to control the position but Blake manages to sink in the hooks.
Blake is trying to stick to Schmeck's back but Schmeck is turning into Blake. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Blake's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Schmeck. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (15) vs (4) Schmeck
Schmeck slips nicely into half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Schmeck is looking to take a break and control but Blake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schmeck might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Blake haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Schmeck has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (15) vs (7) Schmeck
Blake keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Blake is working hard here to advance position.
Blake regains half guard.
My spies in FIERCE inform me that Schmeck has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Blake.
Schmeck wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Blake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Schmeck is one step ahead there.
Schmeck is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Schmeck trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
Blake 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.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake controlling Schmeck's posture.
Schmeck trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Schmeck trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schmeck trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Blake keeping moving, preventing Schmeck from controlling successfully.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake is controlling Schmeck's posture.
Blake keeping full guard, as Schmeck tries to pass.
Schmeck postures up.
Schmeck won't allow Blake to sweep him here.
Schmeck is looking to advance position but Blake has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (19) vs (7) Schmeck
Schmeck tries to hold on but Blake pushes him away.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Blake tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Blake wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Blake looking to control but Schmeck is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Schmeck is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Schmeck is looking to improve his position but Blake isn't that keen on the idea.
Schmeck is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Blake pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Schmeck is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Schmeck regains half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake uses his free foot to push down on Schmeck's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Schmeck. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (22) vs (7) Schmeck
Schmeck is looking to improve his position but Blake isn't that keen on the idea.
Blake working for a guillotine from mount but Schmeck is in no mood to give up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake content just to control the position here.
Schmeck wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Blake (25) vs (7) Schmeck
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake takes the fight on points by 25 to 7.
A victorious Michael Blake 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:
TWGC 17 (205lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2017 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Percy Schmeiser and Michael Blake. Schmeiser comes into the arena with David vs Monsanto blaring out of the sound system. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Percy Schmeiser! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 4 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Yukihiro Shimada and Shigeki Sano.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Schmeiser fails in his attempt to clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Blake is defended easily by Schmeiser.
Blake throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Schmeiser was covering up waiting for the punch and Blake finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schmeiser (0) vs (2) Blake
Schmeiser seems keen to control Blake's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schmeiser trying to keep a closed guard but Blake is proving a slippery customer.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Schmeiser trying to control the position here.
Schmeiser keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
Blake is fighting to break Schmeiser's control of his arms but Schmeiser is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Schmeiser looking for a sweep. Not yet Schmeiser, not yet.
Schmeiser pulls Blake in to control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Schmeiser is keeping the position for now.
Blake looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Blake passes Schmeiser's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Schmeiser is trying to maintain the position but Blake is very close to passing his half guard.
Schmeiser manages to get to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Blake jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Schmeiser is pulling down on Blake's head. It's preventing any offense from Blake, at least for the moment.
Blake stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schmeiser swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Blake wants to control from the top but Schmeiser keeps moving.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser controlling Blake's posture.
Blake advances to half guard.
Schmeiser regains full guard. Nicely done.
Schmeiser 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.
Schmeiser is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Blake postures up.
Schmeiser is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've been hearing good reports from Schmeiser's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Schmeiser controls Blake momentarily but Blake frees himself.
Schmeiser has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Blake has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Schmeiser (0) vs (5) Blake
Schmeiser can't do much from the bottom here.
Schmeiser is not content to let Blake control the position.
Schmeiser tries to bench press Blake off him but Blake keeps the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser reaches up around Blake's neck trying to control. But Blake takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Schmeiser! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Schmeiser is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Blake celebrates the victory with the fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Michael Blake!
Michael Blake thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 02, 2017 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and Ewen Davis. Davis has chosen Atreyu-Ex's and oh's as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 3 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Ewen Davis!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Alyssa Summers and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Davis clinches up against the cage.
Davis has picked Blake up - he's going for a ride! Davis dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Davis
Davis is pressing down on Blake's thigh, looking to free his foot. Blake is holding on for now.
Davis seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Blake does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Blake tries to roll over but Davis keeps him under control.
Davis controlling the action here.
Davis wants to free his trapped foot but Blake is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake is staying active underneath Davis, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Davis trying to pass the guard but Blake defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake is not content to let Davis control the position.
Blake moves into full guard.
Davis wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Davis has gone for a leg lock! Blake slips out almost immediately though and dives into Davis's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (2) Davis
Davis is pulling down on Blake's head. It's preventing any offense from Blake, at least for the moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Blake wants to control from the top but Davis keeps moving.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Davis looking for a sweep. Not yet Davis, not yet.
Davis is looking for a triangle but Blake pushes his legs off easily.
Blake is stalling in the full guard.
Blake content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Davis has locked up a guillotine! Davis's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Blake is holding on here and Davis must be using up a lot of energy. Blake has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Davis gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ewen Davis!
Our winner, Ewen Davis, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (185lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Apr 24, 2017 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tat Moh and Michael Blake. Tat Moh is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Tat Moh! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 3 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Andrew Berry and Richard Clark.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Blake has picked Moh up - he's going for a ride! Blake dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Moh (0) vs (2) Blake
Moh is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Blake pulls his head out easily.
Blake is trying to control. Moh wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Blake keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Moh works his way to full guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moh bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Blake's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moh (2) vs (2) Blake
Blake is trying to control the position but Moh postures up.
Blake seems keen to control Moh's posture.
We've been hearing good reports from Moh's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Moh not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Moh tries to free his leg and advance position but Blake is retaining full guard.
Blake being controlled here, momentarily.
Blake manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Moh manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moh (2) vs (4) Blake
Blake won't allow Moh to sweep him here.
Moh wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Moh looking to control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Moh is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Blake is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Blake wants to control from the top but Moh keeps moving.
Moh working a defensive guard here.
Moh tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Moh is looking to sweep but instead, Blake has passed into half guard.
Blake is pressing down on Moh's thigh, looking to free his foot. Moh is holding on for now.
Moh is trying to control but can't.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Moh gets back to full guard.
Blake stopping the sweep attempt from Moh.
Moh working a defensive guard but Blake passes into half guard.
Moh is trying to maintain the position but Blake is very close to passing his half guard.
Blake is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Moh is positioning himself well to prevent Blake advancing to mount.
Moh tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
Blake has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Gym Beam. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Moh wants to control but Blake is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Moh tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Moh desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Moh wants to control but Blake is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Blake seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Moh tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Blake has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Moh (2) vs (7) Blake
Blake trying to control but Moh is having none of it.
Blake avoids the attempt from Moh to control.
Blake prevents Moh from getting the reversal.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Moh is working hard here to advance position.
Moh tries to control the position but Blake now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Moh (2) vs (10) Blake
Moh tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Blake has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Moh is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michael Blake!
Michael Blake thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Tat Moh was interviewed post fight and said 'The key to immortality is first living a life worth remembering. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (185lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 23, 2017 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rickson Dredd and Michael Blake. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Rickson Dredd! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 3 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Richard Clark and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dredd drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dredd (2) vs (0) Blake
Dredd preventing the sweep.
We've been hearing good reports from Dredd's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Blake working a defensive guard here.
Dredd tries to free his leg and advance position but Blake is retaining full guard.
Dredd trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
Dredd is really struggling to control Blake but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Dredd pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Dredd sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Blake's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dredd is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Blake is trying to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dredd perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dredd trying to control the action but Blake is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake tries to get to full guard but Dredd has control of the leg.
Dredd 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.
Dredd works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dredd (5) vs (0) Blake
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dredd trying to control but Blake is having none of it.
Dredd controlling his opponent.
Dredd fails to take his opponent's back.
Blake has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Dredd's lack of action.
Dredd is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Blake still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Blake has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dredd (5) vs (4) Blake
Blake taking a breather here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to control the position but Dredd is working away.
Dredd tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dredd is working hard here to advance position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to move into full mount but can't pass Dredd's legs.
Dredd is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Blake off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dredd (9) vs (4) Blake
Dredd working for the choke.
Blake manages to reverse the position and now he's in Dredd's guard. Nice work there by Blake.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dredd (9) vs (6) Blake
Blake stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dredd swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Blake avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Dredd is retaining full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dredd working a defensive guard here.
Blake looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Blake got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dredd has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Blake has managed to get both his arms back between Dredd's legs - danger averted.
Dredd throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dredd is looking for a triangle but Blake pushes his legs off easily.
Blake sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Dredd is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dredd trying to control the position.
Blake wants to pass the guard but Dredd is keeping the position.
Dredd controls Blake momentarily but Blake frees himself.
Dredd has his foot on Blake's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Blake works his way back into a safe position though.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to control the position from guard on top but Dredd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Blake is stalling in the full guard.
Dredd looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Blake 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.
Dredd keeping full guard, as Blake tries to pass.
Dredd is controlling Blake's posture.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Blake looking to pass the guard.
Dredd looking for subs off his back but Blake has passed one foot through into half guard.
Dredd trying to control from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Dredd is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Blake is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dredd is trying to get back to full guard.
Blake is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dredd tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Dredd has his hands clasped together around Blake's back. He's all about the action.
Dredd looking for submissions off his back.
Blake looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Dredd wants to get back to full guard.
Dredd has a hand on Blake's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Blake takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Dredd (9) vs (9) Blake
Dredd tries to control Blake's body but Blake pushes him off. Dredd squirms to his side and now Blake has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dredd (9) vs (12) Blake
Dredd 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 Blake gets his way!
Dredd turns into Blake and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dredd (11) vs (12) Blake
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Blake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dredd is one step ahead there.
Blake keeping full guard, as Dredd tries to pass.
Dredd slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Dredd (14) vs (12) Blake
Dredd tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dredd has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Dredd looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Dredd is trying to get an arm triangle but Blake is defending well.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Dredd goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Blake has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Dredd but great work by Blake. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dredd (14) vs (16) Blake
Dredd is not content to let Blake control the position.
Blake controlling from side mount.
Dredd is trying to improve his position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Dredd manages to get back to half guard.
Blake prevents Dredd from improving his position.
Blake is looking to advance position but Dredd won't allow it.
Blake is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dredd doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Blake.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dredd tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake wins on points by 16 to 14.
Michael Blake decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Jan 01, 2017 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Colt McLaren and Michael Blake. Colt McLaren had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Colt McLaren! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 2 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Jonathan Paton and Anthony Taglia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
McLaren scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: McLaren (2) vs (0) Blake
Blake is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Blake trying to hold on to McLaren's head to control him but McLaren postures up.
Blake controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake trying to control but McLaren postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McLaren tries to pass to full mount but Blake defends it.
McLaren prevents Blake from improving his position.
Blake looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to control McLaren's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Blake avoid being mounted?
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Blake 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.
Blake looking for submissions off his back.
Blake is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McLaren trying to control the action but Blake is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Blake works his way to full guard. Good work.
McLaren stays in close to Blake's body and controls the position.
Blake looking for a sweep. Not yet Blake, not yet.
McLaren not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Blake looking to hit a scissor sweep but McLaren is one step ahead there.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake keeps trying to improve his position.
Blake throws his legs up looking for a submission but McLaren uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: McLaren (5) vs (0) Blake
Blake is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McLaren is looking to take a break and control but Blake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to regain half guard here but McLaren keeps moving and retains side control.
McLaren controlling the position.
Blake tries to buck McLaren off but McLaren is having none of it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
McLaren happy to just control the position for now.
Blake manages to work his way to half guard, despite McLaren's best efforts.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking for a sweep. McLaren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Blake is trying to control but can't.
McLaren wants to control but Blake is keeping him busy.
McLaren tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blake knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Blake is trying to get back to full guard.
McLaren is looking to take a break and control but Blake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to control here.
Blake looking for submissions off his back.
Blake trying to control from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking for a sweep. McLaren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Blake slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McLaren stays in close to Blake's body and controls the position.
McLaren stopping the sweep attempt from Blake.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Blake wants to hit a switch here but McLaren passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Blake there! Score +3 for passing guard: McLaren (8) vs (0) Blake
Blake wants to control but McLaren is having none of it.
Blake reaches up and holds on to McLaren to control the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Blake working to try and regain half guard.
McLaren controlling the position easily from mount.
Blake is wriggling around trying to escape.
Blake is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
McLaren takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
McLaren seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Blake is holding on tight.
McLaren can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Blake is looking to escape.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake is in all sorts of trouble here.
Blake is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
McLaren looking to control and managing it successfully.
Blake tries to improve his position but instead McLaren has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: McLaren (11) vs (0) Blake
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McLaren keeps control of the position as Blake tries to break free.
What can Blake do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
And that's the end of the fight!
McLaren takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Colt McLaren is the new welterweight champion!
Colt McLaren decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Dec 31, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and Percy Schmeiser. Schmeiser is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: David vs Monsanto. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 2 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Percy Schmeiser!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Dean Styles and Chad Campbell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake takes the fight into the clinch.
Schmeiser has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Blake is trying to keep an underhook but Schmeiser manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Schmeiser
Schmeiser is working for a submission of some sort.
Schmeiser controlling the pace.
Schmeiser tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blake knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake is trying to get back to full guard.
Schmeiser 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.
Blake keeping control of the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Schmeiser is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Blake is just riding it out for now. Schmeiser eventually gives up the hold.
Schmeiser seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Blake does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake manages to get to full guard.
Schmeiser advances to half guard.
Schmeiser working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Blake's thigh. Blake counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Blake 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: Blake (2) vs (2) Schmeiser
Blake is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Schmeiser doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Blake.
Still in half guard, Blake seems content to control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Schmeiser trying to hold on to Blake's head to control him but Blake postures up.
Blake content to control rather than advance.
Schmeiser tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser trying to control but Blake postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blake is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Schmeiser! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (2) Schmeiser
Blake trying to control but Schmeiser is having none of it.
Schmeiser tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Blake tries to control but Schmeiser wriggling away.
Schmeiser reaches up to try and control the position but Blake seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Schmeiser rolls and tries to escape and now Blake has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Blake (8) vs (2) Schmeiser
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake not allowing Schmeiser to control his hands.
Schmeiser prevents Blake from getting a body triangle.
Blake goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Schmeiser escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (8) vs (4) Schmeiser
Schmeiser is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Schmeiser is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Blake sees it coming and defends easily.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to roll over but Schmeiser keeps him under control.
Schmeiser is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Blake defends it well.
Blake tries to get to full guard but Schmeiser has control of the leg.
Schmeiser is thwarting Blake's attempts to control the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Schmeiser trying to control the action but Blake is working from the bottom.
Schmeiser is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Schmeiser is looking to take a break and control but Blake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schmeiser is looking for a kimura here.
Blake manages to get to full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake keeping moving, preventing Schmeiser from controlling successfully.
Schmeiser looking to improve position, pressing down on Blake's thigh with his hand. Blake seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Schmeiser paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Schmeiser's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Blake picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michael Blake!
A very excited looking Michael Blake made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 30, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and Amisviiksi Tolonen. Michael Blake is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 2 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 0 losses; Amisviiksi Tolonen!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Steve Montenegro and Joseph Jones.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tolonen gets a double leg takedown into Blake's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Tolonen
Tolonen looking to improve position, pressing down on Blake's thigh with his hand. Blake seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Tolonen paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Tolonen's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Blake picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michael Blake!
A relieved looking Michael Blake thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 22, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and Erkki Elastinen. Elastinen is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Cascada - Dangerous. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 2 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Erkki Elastinen!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Andrew Berry and Phil Schofield.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Elastinen gets tackled into the cage by Blake. Blake maintains the clinch.
Elastinen lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Elastinen
Elastinen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Elastinen drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Blake manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Elastinen has Blake in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (2) Elastinen
Elastinen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Blake's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (4) Elastinen
Elastinen trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
Elastinen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Elastinen won't allow Blake to sweep him here.
We've been hearing good reports from Blake's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Elastinen trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake 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.
Blake will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Elastinen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Blake wants to sweep but no luck.
Elastinen content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Blake has locked up a guillotine! Blake's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Elastinen is holding on here and Blake must be using up a lot of energy. Elastinen has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Blake gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michael Blake!
Michael Blake decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (170lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and Rage Machine. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Rage Machine!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Phil Schofield and Andrew Berry.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake takes the fight into the clinch.
Blake has picked Machine up - he's going for a ride! Blake dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (0) Machine
Blake has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Blake is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Machine has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Blake is working away from the top position though.
Blake is working for a kimura but Machine is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake is controlling the pace.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Machine wants to control but Blake is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Machine wants to improve his position but Blake is controlling well.
Machine is defending against the submission attempts here by Blake.
Blake content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Machine wants to control but Blake is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machine looking for subs from the bottom but Blake mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (0) Machine
Machine can't escape the position.
Machine looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Blake (8) vs (0) Machine
Blake is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
I really don't envy Machine right now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Blake slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Machine is trying to break free.
Machine is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Machine is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Machine is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Blake off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Machine looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
I would not like to be Machine right now.
Machine tries to escape the position.
Machine trying to control the hands but Blake won't let him.
Machine tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Blake takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Machine is looking to escape.
Machine is trying to escape the mount.
Machine regains half guard.
Machine looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Machine moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Machine isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Blake stacks Machine 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 Blake! Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (11) vs (0) Machine
Machine is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Machine reaches up around Blake's neck trying to control. But Blake takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Machine! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Machine is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Blake celebrates the victory with the fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Michael Blake!
A very excited looking Michael Blake 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: Oct 19, 2016 |
#R1#
Hunter scores with a push kick.
Michael Blake seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hunter tries a head kick but it misses.
Hunter misses with a kick to the body.
Hunter scores with a spinning back kick!
We've been told by Blake's head coaches at Netherlands Top Team & KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD#
Blake fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hunter sprawls well initially but Blake persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Blake prevents Hunter from improving his position.#SUB#
Blake is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hunter has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Blake seems to be working for a kimura but Hunter defends the submission attempt.
Hunter trying to hold on to Blake's head to control him but Blake postures up.
Hunter wants to get back to full guard.
Hunter wants to control but Blake is keeping busy.
Hunter is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1##SUB#
Blake is looking for a kimura but Hunter is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Blake to get the leverage.
Hunter is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Hunter is defending against the submission attempts here by Blake.
Hunter is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Blake seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Blake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hunter is just riding it out for now. Blake eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Blake is trying to work for a kimura but Hunter is defending well.
#SUB#
Blake wants to work for an arm triangle but Hunter is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2#
Hunter pushes Blake off looking to stand but Blake dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB#
Blake is looking for a kimura here.
Hunter trying to hold on to Blake's head to control him but Blake postures up.
#SUB#
Blake seems to be looking for submissions.
Hunter is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hunter wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Blake wants to work for an arm triangle but Hunter is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Blake is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3#
Hunter pushes Blake off looking to stand but Blake dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB#
Blake is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hunter has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Blake 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.
Blake is thwarting Hunter's attempts to control the position.
Hunter tries to get to full guard but Blake has control of the leg. #SUB#
Blake seems to be working for a kimura but Hunter defends the submission attempt.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hunter wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Blake is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Blake is looking for a kimura but Hunter is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Blake to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Hunter actively working from the bottom here.
Hunter wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Blake is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Blake is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hunter doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Blake. #SUB#
Blake 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.
Michael Blake dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Blake shoots in for a double leg but Hunter sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Blake fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hunter throws a counter combo.
Blake avoids the head kick by Hunter.
Blake is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hunter can do to turn this around?#TD#
Blake looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Michael Blake overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Blake is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hunter moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Blake drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Blake jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Hunter is retaining full guard.
Hunter controls Blake momentarily but Blake frees himself. #T1#
Hunter looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Blake thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Blake passes Hunter's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Blake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hunter is just riding it out for now. Blake eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Blake is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Blake is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hunter sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Blake maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Hunter could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Blake has cracked it and Hunter is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Blake!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Michael Blake!
After winning the bout, Michael Blake 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:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Oct 16, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jorge Junior and Michael Blake. This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Jorge Junior! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 1 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Aafke Stam and Radbod Blank.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Junior but Junior pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Junior gets a clinch.
Junior has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Blake regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Junior (2) vs (0) Blake
Blake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Junior is one step ahead there.
Junior wants to pass the guard but Blake is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Junior wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Junior tries to free his leg and advance position but Blake is retaining full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake being controlled here, momentarily.
Blake pulls Junior in close to prevent any damage.
Blake escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Junior gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Blake can't keep his opponent in guard - Junior advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Junior wants to pass to mount but Blake is defending the position.
Junior is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Junior trying to control from Blake's half guard. Blake has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Junior tries to free his leg and advance position but Blake is retaining full guard.
Blake is looking for a triangle but Junior pushes his legs off easily.
Junior forces his way into half guard.
Junior trying to control from half guard but Blake is working away.
Blake tries to get to full guard but Junior has control of the leg.
Blake moves into full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Junior wants to pass the guard but Blake is keeping the position.
Junior passes into half guard.
Junior uses his free foot to push down on Blake's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Blake. Score +3 for passing guard: Junior (5) vs (0) Blake
Junior looking to control but Blake is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Junior wants to finish this one by submission but Blake is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Junior.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Junior wants to control the pace but Blake is squirming around nicely.
Junior has control of Blake's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Blake regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Blake defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Junior.
Junior swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Blake is now in Junior's guard. A big mistake from Junior there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (5) vs (2) Blake
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Junior trying to keep a closed guard but Blake is proving a slippery customer.
Blake thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Junior lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (7) vs (2) Blake
Blake keeping moving, preventing Junior from controlling successfully.
Junior stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Blake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Blake is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Junior passes Blake's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Blake is trying to control but can't.
Junior uses his free foot to push down on Blake's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Blake. Score +3 for passing guard: Junior (10) vs (2) Blake
Blake tries to hold on but Junior postures up.
Blake defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Junior.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake is working to get back to half guard.
Junior content just to control the position here.
Junior goes for an armbar but Blake turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Blake. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (10) vs (4) Blake
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Junior is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (12) vs (4) Blake
Junior pushing down on Blake's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Junior tries to pass to full mount but Blake defends it.
Blake is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Blake gets back to full guard.
Blake can't keep his opponent in guard - Junior advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Junior wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to get to full guard but Junior has control of the leg.
Blake is staying active underneath Junior, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Blake is trying to control but can't.
Blake is controlling Junior's trapped leg to prevent Junior from advancing to side control.
Junior wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
Junior wants to pass the guard but Blake is defending well.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Junior is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Junior wants to pass to mount but Blake is defending the position.
Blake moves into full guard.
Junior trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Junior advances to half guard.
Blake is controlling Junior's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Blake is defending against the submission attempts here by Junior.
Junior works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Junior (15) vs (4) Blake
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Junior moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Junior (17) vs (4) Blake
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake is looking to improve his position but Junior isn't that keen on the idea.
Blake is still trying to improve position.
Junior avoids the attempt from Blake to control.
Blake gets back to half guard.
Junior is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Junior passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Junior (20) vs (4) Blake
Junior looking to control but Blake is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Blake sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Blake tries to get to full guard but Junior has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake manages to get to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Junior takes the fight on points by 20 to 4.
After winning the bout, Jorge Junior 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:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D1): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Iain Donovan and Michael Blake. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Iain Donovan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 1 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Valeri Chadov, Igor Prikhodko and Viktor Lagutenko.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Blake 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. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Donovan (0) vs (2) Blake
Blake won't allow Donovan to sweep him here.
Blake is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Donovan looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Blake puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Donovan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Blake wants to pass the guard but Donovan is keeping the position.
Donovan has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Donovan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Donovan is retaining full guard.
Donovan wants to sweep here but Blake controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Donovan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Blake is aware though and is defending well.
Donovan wants to sweep but no luck.
Blake sitting in guard here, content to control.
Donovan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Donovan looking for a guillotine here but Blake defends easily.
Blake sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Donovan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Blake is aware though and is defending well.
Blake passes Donovan's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Donovan tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Donovan is working hard here to advance position.
Blake controlling the action here.
Donovan is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Blake is controlling the pace.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Blake works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Donovan (0) vs (5) Blake
Blake controlling from side mount.
Donovan is looking for a sweep.
Blake takes a little break here. Donovan wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Donovan is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Donovan (0) vs (7) Blake
Donovan defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Blake.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Donovan tries to reverse the position but Blake maintains control.
Blake takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Donovan manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Donovan is pressing down on Blake's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Donovan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Blake is aware though and is defending well.
Blake stopping the sweep attempt from Donovan.
Blake sitting in guard here, content to control.
Donovan wants to sweep here but Blake controlling him for the moment.
Donovan can't keep his opponent in guard - Blake advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Donovan looking for a kimura from the bottom but Blake passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Donovan (0) vs (10) Blake
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Donovan is looking to regain half guard here but Blake keeps moving and retains side control.
Donovan stops Blake from passing to mount.
Donovan is looking for a sweep.
Blake moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Donovan (0) vs (12) Blake
Donovan working to try and regain half guard.
Blake controlling from the full mount.
Donovan regains half guard.
Donovan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Blake pulls his head out easily.
Blake seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Donovan is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Blake takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Donovan tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Donovan moves into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Donovan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Donovan (2) vs (12) Blake
Donovan sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Blake doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Donovan paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Blake - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michael Blake!
Our winner, Michael Blake, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D1): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bjj Spar and Michael Blake. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Michael Blake was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bjj Spar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Sergei Dronov, Aleksei Zolotukhin and Illya Tyunina.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Spar darts in and clinches Blake up against the cage.
Spar is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Blake gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Blake tries for a takedown. No joy.
Blake has picked Spar up - he's going for a ride! Blake dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Spar (0) vs (2) Blake
Blake is trying to control the action in half guard but Spar is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Spar is holding on to half guard well.
Spar tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Blake wants to take a breather but Spar is having none of it.
Blake is pressing down on Spar's thigh, looking to free his foot. Spar is holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake is trying to control. Spar wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Blake is controlling the pace.
We've been hearing good reports from Spar's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Spar is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blake seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Spar does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Blake seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Blake is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Spar still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Spar has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Spar (4) vs (2) Blake
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Spar is staying tight to Blake's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Blake is trying to get back to half guard.
Blake can't do much from the bottom here.
Spar controlling the position from side mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spar wants to control but Blake is keeping him busy.
Spar goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Blake has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Spar but great work by Blake. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Spar (4) vs (6) Blake
Spar wants to control but Blake postures up.
Blake is looking to take a break and control but Spar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Spar tries to bench press Blake off him but Blake keeps the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Blake looking to control but instead Spar has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Blake trying to pass the guard but Spar defending well.
Blake is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Spar is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Spar continues to stall.
Blake controlling the action here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Spar is refusing to be controlled, as Blake sits in half guard.
Spar trying to control but Blake postures up.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to control from half guard but Spar is working away.
Spar is trying to maintain the position but Blake is very close to passing his half guard.
Blake is trying to control. Spar wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Spar wants to sweep but Blake has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Spar (4) vs (9) Blake
Blake moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Spar can't do much from the bottom here.
Spar is not content to let Blake control the position.
Spar gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Spar (4) vs (11) Blake
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake controlling his opponent.
Spar gets back to half guard.
Blake slows the pace down in half guard.
Spar is refusing to be controlled, as Blake sits in half guard.
Spar is trying to get back to full guard.
Spar manages to get to full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Blake stopping the sweep attempt from Spar.
Blake looking to pass the guard.
Spar is adopting a defensive guard.
Blake wants to control from the top but Spar keeps moving.
Spar is pulling down on Blake's head to control his posture.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Spar keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Spar is retaining full guard.
Blake trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Spar manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Spar (6) vs (11) Blake
Blake keeping full guard, as Spar tries to pass.
Blake not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Spar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Spar is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Spar trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Blake wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Spar is now in half guard.
Spar is looking to take a break and control but Blake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Spar is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Well,Spar is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Blake is in trouble now - Spar has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Spar (9) vs (11) Blake
Spar will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Blake tries to hold on but Spar pushes him away.
Blake can't escape the position.
Spar can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Blake is looking to escape.
Spar controlling his opponent.
Spar tries to control but Blake wriggling away.
Spar is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Blake has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Blake! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Spar (9) vs (13) Blake
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Blake's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Spar is trying to keep Blake in close.
Blake passes into half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to pass to full mount but Spar defends it.
Spar preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Spar is looking to control Blake's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Spar avoid being mounted?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Well, if Blake 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.
Blake passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Spar (9) vs (16) Blake
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake wins on points by 16 to 9.
Our winner, Michael Blake, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 12 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 23, 2016 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and Brick Tamland. Michael Blake is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 0 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Brick Tamland!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Jorge Garcia and David Schapiro.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Blake gets caught napping as Tamland dives in and scores a takedown. Blake manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Tamland
Tamland is stalling in the full guard.
Tamland wants to pass the guard but Blake is keeping the position.
Tamland controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Blake is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tamland controls from within his opponent's guard.
Blake has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tamland can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tamland sitting in guard here, content to control.
Blake had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tamland defends it easily.
Blake being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tamland trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tamland showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Let's hope that Tamland 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.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tamland pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Tamland looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tamland has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Convicted Fight Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Tamland trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tamland controls from within his opponent's guard.
Blake looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Blake is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tamland stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Blake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tamland preventing the sweep.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake keeping full guard, as Tamland tries to pass.
Blake managing to control the position.
Blake is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tamland is aware though and is defending well.
Tamland is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
It looks like Tamland might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake controlling the position.
Blake wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Tamland is now in half guard.
Tamland is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake is trying to control but can't.
Blake is looking to improve his position.
Tamland slows the pace down in half guard.
Tamland's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Blake tries to roll over but Tamland keeps him under control.
Blake is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Demon's Top Team, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tamland is controlling the pace.
Tamland is continuing to stall.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to hold on to Tamland's head to control him but Tamland postures up.
Tamland controlling the action here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tamland wants to control but Blake is keeping him busy.
Blake wants to get back to full guard.
Blake wants to control but Tamland passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (0) vs (5) Tamland
Tamland taking a breather here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tamland wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
Blake prevents Tamland from moving into mount.
Tamland working away.
Tamland moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Blake is not content to let Tamland control the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tamland content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Blake holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Tamland controlling the position.
Blake tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Tamland presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (0) vs (7) Tamland
Well,Blake is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Blake is wriggling around trying to escape.
Blake is working hard here to advance position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to hold on but Tamland postures up.
Tamland working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Tamland looking to control and managing it successfully.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Tamland.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Tamland wins on points by 7 to 0.
After winning the bout, Brick Tamland 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:
TWGC 12 (185lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 15, 2016 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jorge Junior and Michael Blake. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Jorge Junior! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 0 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Elvis Blanc and Dillan Fox.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Junior.
Blake is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Junior darts in and clinches Blake up against the cage.
Blake manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Junior wants to pass the guard but Blake is keeping the position.
Junior wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Junior 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.
Junior postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Junior advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Junior (3) vs (0) Blake
Junior trying to control the action but Blake is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Junior tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Blake manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (3) vs (2) Blake
Junior trying to control but Blake postures up.
Junior is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Junior is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Blake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Junior is just riding it out for now. Blake eventually gives up the hold.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Junior works his way to full guard. Good work.
Junior is looking for a triangle but Blake pushes his legs off easily.
Junior had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Blake defends it easily.
Blake trying to control but Junior is working from the bottom.
Junior wants to control but Blake passes easily into half guard.
Junior is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Blake pulls his head out easily.
Junior wants to control but Blake is keeping busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Junior moves into full guard.
Blake preventing the sweep.
Blake trying to control the position from guard on top but Junior is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Junior has his hands on Blake's head, controlling the position.
Junior 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Junior throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Junior tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Blake being controlled here momentarily.
Junior tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Junior is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Junior is retaining full guard.
Blake postures up.
Blake trying to control the position from guard on top but Junior is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Junior has his foot on Blake's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Blake works his way back into a safe position though.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Junior keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
Junior is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Junior looking for subs off his back but Blake has passed one foot through into half guard.
Junior is holding on to half guard well.
Blake seems to be working for a kimura but Junior defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Junior manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Junior has his foot on Blake's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Blake works his way back into a safe position though.
Junior trying to control the position here.
Junior looking for subs off his back but Blake has passed one foot through into half guard.
Junior wants to get back to full guard.
Junior trying to control from the bottom.
Junior is looking for a sweep. Blake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Blake wants to pass to mount but Junior is defending the position.
Junior is trying to get back to full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Junior manages to get to full guard.
Junior is trying to control the position but Blake postures up.
Blake wants to control from the top but Junior keeps moving.
Blake works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Junior is trying to maintain the position but Blake is very close to passing his half guard.
Blake is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Blake is looking for a kimura but Junior is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Blake to get the leverage.
Junior is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Junior trying to control from the bottom.
Junior is looking to improve his position.
Junior desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Blake moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Junior. Score +3 for passing guard: Junior (3) vs (5) Blake
Blake just content to control the position.
Blake tries for a kimura but Junior is defending well.
Junior can't do much from the bottom here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Blake 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.
Junior manages to get back to half guard.
Blake prevents Junior from improving his position.
Junior is refusing to be controlled, as Blake sits in half guard.
Blake controlling the action here.
Junior moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Blake won't allow Junior to sweep him here.
Junior manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Blake manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (5) vs (5) Blake
Junior looking to pass the guard.
Blake keeping moving, preventing Junior from controlling successfully.
Junior pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Junior wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Blake managing to control the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Junior stopping the sweep attempt from Blake.
Blake has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Junior can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've been hearing that Junior has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Junior trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Junior looking to sit in guard and control but Blake gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (5) vs (7) Blake
Junior looking for a sweep. Not yet Junior, not yet.
Blake passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Junior (5) vs (10) Blake
Blake wants to control but Junior is keeping him busy.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Junior's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Blake thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Junior tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Blake wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Junior is trying to control Blake's posture but Blake avoids it.
Blake moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Junior (5) vs (12) Blake
Blake can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Junior is looking to escape.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake controlling the position easily from mount.
Blake prevents Junior from getting the reversal.
Junior is working hard here to advance position.
Junior wants to control but Blake is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blake is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Junior has managed to escape the submission attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake wins on points by 12 to 5.
A victorious Michael Blake 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:
TWGC 12 (185lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 14, 2016 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and Igydo Dall. Dall is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Blue Ice. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Igydo Dall!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Yves DeLean and Elvis Blanc.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dall has taken the fight to the clinch.
Blake is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dall pulls guard.
Blake stopping the sweep attempt from Dall.
Dall trying to keep a closed guard but Blake is proving a slippery customer.
Blake trying to control but Dall is working from the bottom.
Blake avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Blake postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall has his foot on Blake's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Blake works his way back into a safe position though.
Dall looking to control.
Dall manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Blake manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Dall
Blake is looking for a triangle but Dall pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dall pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Dall trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dall trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Blake manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (2) vs (2) Dall
Dall is looking for a triangle but Blake pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dall keeping moving, preventing Blake from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dall is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dall has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Blake 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 Dall. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (2) Dall
Blake takes a little break here. Dall wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Dall tries to improve position but can't.
Dall gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (7) vs (2) Dall
Dall is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dall tries to hold on but Blake postures up.
Dall is desperately trying to improve his position but Blake has a good base and remains in mount.
Blake is working for a guillotine from mount but Dall frees his head quite easily.
Dall working to try and regain half guard.
Blake goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Dall is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (7) vs (4) Dall
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blake working for a triangle but Dall defends it easily.
Blake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dall is one step ahead there.
Dall pushes down on Blake's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Blake has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dall is working away from the top position though.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dall takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Dall uses his free foot to push down on Blake's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Blake. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (7) vs (7) Dall
Dall looking to secure an arm triangle but Blake defends it well.
Dall is trying to take his opponent's back.
Dall has hold of Blake's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Blake manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Blake is controlling an arm, preventing Dall from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Dall jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Blake is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Blake and Dall has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Dall trying to control the action but Blake is working from the bottom.
Blake tries to bench press Dall off him but Dall keeps the position.
Dall tries to advance to mount but Blake denies him.
Dall tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dall has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Blake struggling a bit here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to improve position but can't.
Dall is staying tight to Blake's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Dall wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blake keeps working.
Blake wants to control but Dall postures up.
Dall tries to move into full mount but can't pass Blake's legs.
Blake is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Demon's Top Team, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dall goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Blake rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dall's guard! Nice work there by Blake! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (9) vs (7) Dall
Dall is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Dall is retaining full guard.
Dall is looking for a triangle but Blake pushes his legs off easily.
Blake postures up.
Blake trying to control but Dall is working from the bottom.
Blake is pushing down on Dall's leg trying to pass to half guard. Dall is fighting to maintain full guard but Blake has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dall wants to improve his position but Blake is controlling well.
Dall trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Blake manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (12) vs (7) Dall
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dall regains half guard.
Dall is trying to get back to full guard.
Dall manages to get to full guard.
Dall is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Dall has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Blake 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 Dall. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (15) vs (7) Dall
Dall is looking to regain half guard here but Blake keeps moving and retains side control.
Dall gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (17) vs (7) Dall
Dall tries to lock up and control but Blake gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Dall is squirming around, avoiding Blake's attempts to control the action.
Dall tries to hold on but Blake pushes him away.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Dall is trying desperately to improve position.
Blake moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Dall has worked his arm free - good work by Dall!
Blake trying to control the position but Dall is working away.
Dall is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Blake has control of an arm but Dall manages to advance to Blake's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blake (17) vs (11) Dall
Dall is hanging on to Blake's back as he tries to escape.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Dall not allowing Blake to control his hands.
Blake staying busy and making it hard for Dall to control.
Dall is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Blake knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Blake for a finish.
Dall looking to break Blake's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Blake remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dall will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Blake tries to roll but Dall sticks to his back.
Blake defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dall's arms.
Blake is really stuck here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Dall working for a choke but Blake reverses nicely into Dall 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blake (19) vs (11) Dall
Dall is looking for a triangle here but Blake uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (22) vs (11) Dall
You can see the frustration on Dall's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Blake gets to mount! Dall was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Blake (24) vs (11) Dall
Blake can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dall is looking to escape.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Blake looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Dall regains half guard.
Dall tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Blake passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (27) vs (11) Dall
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dall manages to get back to half guard.
Dall is pressing down on Blake's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Blake takes the fight on points by 27 to 11.
Our winner, Michael Blake, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (170lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Mar 22, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sergey Keosayan and Michael Blake. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Sergey Keosayan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Dillan Fox and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Keosayan has picked Blake up - he's going for a ride! Keosayan dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Keosayan (2) vs (0) Blake
Keosayan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Blake has managed to free his arm - good work.
Blake manages to get to full guard.
Keosayan 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Keosayan'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.
Keosayan tries to free his leg and advance position but Blake is retaining full guard.
Keosayan is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Keosayan trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Keosayan content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Blake has locked up a guillotine! Blake's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Keosayan is holding on here and Blake must be using up a lot of energy. Keosayan has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Blake gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michael Blake!
Michael Blake is the new welterweight champion! |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (170lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Mar 21, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mega Funkyama and Michael Blake. Funkyama comes into the arena with Bon Jovi: Bad Medicine blaring out of the sound system. Mega Funkyama had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 4 losses; Mega Funkyama! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Gregory Folan and William Peck.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Funkyama circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Funkyama as Blake shoots in.
Funkyama fails to land the takedown.
Funkyama scores with a takedown into Blake's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Funkyama (2) vs (0) Blake
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.
Funkyama passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Funkyama (5) vs (0) Blake
Blake is looking to regain half guard here but Funkyama keeps moving and retains side control.
Blake keeps trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Funkyama wants to control but Blake is keeping him busy.
Funkyama tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Funkyama has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Funkyama goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Blake has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Funkyama but great work by Blake. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Funkyama (5) vs (4) Blake
Funkyama is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Funkyama is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Funkyama manages to get to full guard.
Blake trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Funkyama is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Blake won't allow Funkyama to sweep him here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Funkyama wants to hit a switch here but Blake passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Funkyama there! Score +3 for passing guard: Funkyama (5) vs (7) Blake
Blake controlling from mount.
Funkyama has left one of his arms exposed and Blake doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Funkyama screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michael Blake! |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (170lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Mar 20, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Julius Biacolo and Michael Blake. Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Julius Biacolo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blake misses with a takedown attempt
and Biacolo counters by clinching up.
Biacolo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Blake pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Biacolo lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Biacolo (2) vs (0) Blake
Biacolo wants to take a breather but Blake is having none of it.
Blake has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Demon's Progym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Biacolo is looking for a kimura but Blake is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Biacolo to get the leverage.
Biacolo is keen to just control but Blake is a slippery customer.
Biacolo prevents Blake from improving his position.
Blake won't allow Biacolo to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake is pressing down on Biacolo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Biacolo trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Biacolo looking to pass the guard.
Biacolo pushes down on Blake's leg and manages to get into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake is trying to get back to full guard.
Biacolo has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Biacolo (5) vs (0) Blake
Biacolo is trying to control here but Blake has managed to regain half guard.
Biacolo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Blake sees it coming and defends easily.
Biacolo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Blake has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've been hearing good reports from Biacolo's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Biacolo working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Blake's thigh. Blake counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Blake is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Biacolo has his hands clasped together but Blake extends and breaks Biacolo's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Blake.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michael Blake! |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (170lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 12, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michael Blake and Borin Chim. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Michael Blake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Borin Chim!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Blake clinches.
Chim is working for takedown but Blake is calmly controlling the position for now.
Chim gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Blake (0) vs (2) Chim
Chim trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chim slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Blake not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chim stays in close to Blake's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chim's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blake looking for a guillotine here but Chim defends easily.
Chim looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Blake 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: Blake (2) vs (2) Chim
Blake is working for a submission of some sort.
Chim desperately trying to maintain half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blake seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Chim does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Blake is trying to work for a kimura but Chim is defending well.
Chim tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake tries to pass the half guard into mount. Chim knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Blake sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Chim is looking to improve his position.
Blake takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Chim tries to roll over but Blake keeps him under control.
Blake is just content to waste time from the top position. Chim takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Blake slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Chim seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Chim is retaining full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Chim looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Blake postures up.
Blake pushes down on Chim's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Chim trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Blake manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Blake (5) vs (2) Chim
Chim is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Blake controlling his opponent.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Chim really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Blake avoids the attempt from Chim to control.
Blake prevents Chim from getting the reversal.
Blake working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Chim looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Blake! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Michael Blake! |
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Event:
TWGC 10 (170lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 11, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Denver Washington and Michael Blake. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Denver Washington! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Michael Blake!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Blake gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Blake looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Washington gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Washington (2) vs (0) Blake
Washington wants to pass the guard but Blake is defending well.
Washington is working for a kimura but Blake is defending it quite comfortably.
Washington is working for a submission of some sort.
Blake keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Washington is pressing down on Blake's thigh, looking to free his foot. Blake is holding on for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Washington is working for a kimura here but Blake manages to reverse the position and he's now in Washington's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Washington (2) vs (2) Blake
Washington pulls Blake in close to prevent any damage.
Washington seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Washington not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Washington is really struggling to control Blake but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Washington tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Washington is trying to keep Blake in close.
Washington had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Blake defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Washington looking to hit a scissor sweep but Blake is one step ahead there.
Blake trying to control the position from guard on top but Washington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Blake trying to move into half guard but instead Washington has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Washington (4) vs (2) Blake
Washington trying to move into half guard but instead Blake has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Washington (4) vs (4) Blake
Blake passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Washington (4) vs (7) Blake
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blake thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Washington is looking to reverse the position.
Washington wants to control but Blake postures up.
Washington is not content to let Blake control the position.
Washington can't do much from the bottom here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Washington manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Washington (6) vs (7) Blake
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Washington is working for a submission of some sort.
Washington is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Blake defends it well.
Washington will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Blake is looking to improve his position.
Blake has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Washington is working away from the top position though.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Washington is just content to waste time from the top position. Blake takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Washington trying to control but Blake is working from the bottom.
Washington pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blake is keeping the position for now.
Blake looking for a guillotine here but Washington defends easily.
Washington trying to control the position from guard on top but Blake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Blake keeping full guard, as Washington tries to pass.
Washington wants to control from the top but Blake keeps moving.
Washington wants to pass the guard but Blake is keeping the position.
Washington is working hard here to advance position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Washington won't allow Blake to sweep him here.
Washington pushes down on Blake's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Washington is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Blake slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Blake has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Washington slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Washington (9) vs (7) Blake
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Washington is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Blake has escaped the position, nice work there.
Blake wants to control but Washington postures up.
Washington is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Blake knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Washington swings around for an armbar but Blake sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Washington's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Washington (9) vs (9) Blake
Washington trying to keep a closed guard but Blake is proving a slippery customer.
Blake tries to free his leg and advance position but Washington is retaining full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Blake passes into half guard.
Blake prevents Washington from improving his position.
Blake is trying for a kimura here. Washington looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Blake wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Michael Blake! |
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