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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 27, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Tisoaka instigates a clinch. #TD#
Tisoaka has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Donkashane regains guard immediately.
Donkashane not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Tisoaka got a little sloppy there for a moment and Donkashane has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tisoaka has managed to get both his arms back between Donkashane's legs - danger averted.
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Donkashane is keeping the position for now.
Tisoaka working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Donkashane is looking for a triangle but Tisoaka pushes his legs off easily.
Tisoaka pushes down on Donkashane's leg and manages to get into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Donkashane tries to get to full guard but Tisoaka has control of the leg. #T1#
Donkashane trying to hold on to Tisoaka's head to control him but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Donkashane wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has mounted him!
Tisoaka avoids the attempt from Donkashane to control.
Donkashane manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T2#
Tisoaka takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Tisoaka has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Donkashane regains half guard.
Tisoaka content to control rather than advance.
Donkashane wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
Tisoaka trying to control the pace. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Donkashane tries to get to full guard but Tisoaka has control of the leg.
Tisoaka is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Donkashane!
Donkashane tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tisoaka controlling from the full mount.
Donkashane is looking to get to half guard.
Donkashane tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back! #T4#
Tisoaka controls the position.
Donkashane is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Tisoaka is trying to stick to Donkashane's back but Donkashane is turning into Tisoaka. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Tisoaka's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Donkashane.
Tisoaka 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.#SU2#
Donkashane stands up and waves to Tisoaka to follow him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Donkashane is looking to land body kicks.
As Donkashane tries to get set, Tisoaka tries to push him back and clinch up but Donkashane manages to avoid the attempt.
Donkashane displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Donkashane tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Tisoaka dives in and grabs Donkashane's left leg, looking for a takedown. Donkashane pushes down on Tisoaka's head and hops out.
It seemed like Donkashane was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown but Donkashane shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Donkashane lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#TD#
Tisoaka gets the takedown into side control.
Donkashane tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tisoaka wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Donkashane is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Donkashane looks to move to half guard but instead Tisoaka has passed into mount! Damn!
Donkashane tries to control the position but Tisoaka now has his back.
Donkashane tries to escape the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Tisoaka controlling the positon.#T1#
Donkashane wants to escape the position.
Donkashane trying to control the hands but Tisoaka breaks the grip.
Donkashane tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Tisoaka 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.
Donkashane tries to break free.
Tisoaka trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Donkashane doesn't escape.
Tisoaka has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Donkashane is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Tisoaka controlling from the back.
Tisoaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Donkashane can do to turn this around?
Donkashane is in bad spot here.
Donkashane tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Tisoaka controlling from the full mount.
Donkashane bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Tisoaka trying to keep a closed guard but Donkashane is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Tisoaka has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Donkashane off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T3##TD#
Tisoaka throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Donkashane was covering up waiting for the punch and Tisoaka finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Tisoaka showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Donkashane looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Donkashane has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tisoaka can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Donkashane 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.#T4#
Tisoaka stays in close to Donkashane's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Donkashane has an active guard here but Tisoaka has managed to pass into half guard.
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but Donkashane defending well.
Tisoaka not doing much here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Donkashane wants to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Tisoaka slips a jab and a cross from Donkashane.
Tisoaka shoots in looking for a takedown but Donkashane manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tisoaka's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Donkashane throws a sloppy head kick and Tisoaka moves out of range easily.
Tisoaka moves to clinch but Donkashane breaks away
and Donkashane counters with a two punch combo.
Donkashane throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Donkashane is trying to control but Tisoaka manages to pass to mount!
Katuro Tisoaka overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Donkashane srikes from the bottom but he's lost position and has given up his back.
Donkashane tries to break free.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#T1#
Tisoaka is trying to stick to Donkashane's back but Donkashane is turning into Tisoaka. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Tisoaka's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Donkashane.
Tisoaka lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tisoaka 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.
Donkashane looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tisoaka is one step ahead there.
Donkashane working a defensive guard but Tisoaka manages to pass into side control anyway.
#T2#
Donkashane is being controlled here.
Donkashane tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here.#T3#
Donkashane struggling a bit here.
Donkashane is trying to work for a sweep but Tisoaka has mounted him!
Donkashane throwing hammer fists to the chest of Tisoaka. What's that going to do exactly?
Donkashane can't escape the position.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Tisoaka takes Donkashane's back, avoiding a couple of desperation strikes from the bottom.
Donkashane is trying to break free.
Tisoaka controlling the position well here. Donkashane rolled but Tisoaka kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Katuro Tisoaka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tisoaka'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.#T4#
Tisoaka controlling well, preventing Donkashane from escaping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rascal Donkashane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tisoaka keeps control of the position easily here as Donkashane tries to buck him off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Katuro Tisoaka showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tisoaka, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Katuro Tisoaka!
Katuro Tisoaka thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 22, 2019 |
#R1#
Tisoaka is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tisoaka dives in and grabs Darren's left leg, looking for a takedown. Darren pushes down on Tisoaka's head and hops out.
Tisoaka is keeping his hands low and just asking to be knocked out. Darren Raises his leg and lands a stunning axe kick! Tisoaka is out cold, face down on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). James Darren!
An out of breath James Darren thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Katuro Tisoaka had this to say: 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 19, 2019 |
#R1#
Hamman scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tisoaka fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL2#
Tisoaka gets tackled into the cage by Hamman. Hamman maintains the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hamman.
Hamman with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tisoaka avoiding damage.
#BC#
Tisoaka's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hamman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tisoaka stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hamman just misses with a punch to the body.
Tisoaka dives in and grabs Hamman's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hamman pushes down on Tisoaka's head and hops out.
Tisoaka misses with a takedown attempt
and Hamman counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches.
Hamman using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tisoaka has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Tisoaka takes an elbow to the forehead.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tisoaka has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hamman after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hamman tries to land knees in the clinch but Tisoaka avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
Tisoaka has picked Hamman up - he's going for a ride! Tisoaka dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Hamman tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Tisoaka manages to move to mount!
#T1#
Hamman tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back!
Good control from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Hamman's back as he tries to escape.
Hamman is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Tisoaka off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Tisoaka has good solid back control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka connects with a big shot to the side of Hamman's head.
#T2#
Tisoaka biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hamman tries to break free.
Hamman trying to control the hands but Tisoaka won't let him.
Hamman tries to break free.
Tisoaka has good solid back control here. #T3#
Hamman wants to escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hamman trying to control the hands but Tisoaka won't let him. #SUB#
Hamman is trying to roll into a better position but Tisoaka has get a rear naked choke and Hamman is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Katuro Tisoaka!
Our winner, Katuro Tisoaka, 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 15, 2019 |
#R1#
McBarz throws a right hand that Tisoaka ducks under and follows up with a left that Tisoaka also avoids with ease.
McBarz connects with a right hand. Tisoaka shakes it off.
Tisoaka wants to clinch up but McBarz keeps it at a distance.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from McBarz enables Tisoaka to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. McBarz manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Tisoaka is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from McBarz.
Tisoaka sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McBarz will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
Tisoaka's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Tisoaka has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tisoaka throws a head kick that McBarz semi-blocks.
#CUT2#
It looks like Bobby McBarz has been cut.#CL2#
McBarz tries to keep at a distance but Tisoaka has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tisoaka looking for a takedown.
Tisoaka is trying to work for a single leg takedown but McBarz pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T2##BC#
McBarz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McBarz lands a head shot.
McBarz bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tisoaka walks straight into a right hand from McBarz - that's dropped him! McBarz jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Tisoaka from any more punishment! Tisoaka complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Bobby McBarz!
A very excited looking Bobby McBarz rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
The defeated Katuro Tisoaka had this to say: 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Tisoaka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Greer throws a low kick but Tisoaka avoids it.
Tisoaka tries a head kick but it misses.
Tisoaka takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#TD#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Tisoaka was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Greer is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Greer is looking to regain half guard here but Tisoaka keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee asks Tisoaka politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Tisoaka prefers to stall for the moment though.#T1#
Tisoaka working away.
Greer tries to bench press Tisoaka off him but Tisoaka keeps the position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
A lull in the action here.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Greer with a nice cross.
Greer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tisoaka.
Greer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Greer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T2#
Tisoaka throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Greer.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Greer! But no joy.
Tisoaka changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Greer tries to avoid it but Tisoaka manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Greer to the ground. Greer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Greer throws a right hand that Tisoaka ducks under and follows up with a left that Tisoaka also avoids with ease.
Tisoaka is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tisoaka tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Greer swivels and escapes.
Tisoaka moves in looking to clinch but Greer pushes him off.
Nice shot lands for Greer.
Tisoaka ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Greer throws out a loose jab but Tisoaka uses good head movement to avoid it.
Greer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tisoaka throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tisoaka loads up on a big right hand but Greer slips the punch.
Jackson Greer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Greer misses with a straight left.
Tisoaka dives in and grabs Greer's left leg, looking for a takedown. Greer pushes down on Tisoaka's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Tisoaka 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.
Greer controls Tisoaka momentarily but Tisoaka frees himself.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Greer pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Greer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tisoaka is aware though and is defending well.
Greer being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch.
Tisoaka avoids a wild elbow strike from Greer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jackson Greer dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Greer misses with a low kick as Tisoaka jumps back.
Tisoaka ducks under a wild hook from Greer.
Tisoaka closes the distance looking to clinch
and Greer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Greer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Greer stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Greer wants it to stay on the feet.#KD#
Tisoaka throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Greer stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Tisoaka follows into mount!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tisoaka controlling from the full mount. #T1#
Tisoaka prevents Greer from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Greer tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back! #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tisoaka is not going to allow Greer to sit and survive in this position.
What can Greer do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Greer is in bad spot here.
#T3#
Tisoaka biding his time, controlling Greer.
Greer is trying to stand back up.
Tisoaka just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Greer is trying to stand back up.
Tisoaka has the hooks in. Greer is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Tisoaka'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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Tisoaka throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Greer is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Greer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fighters circling - Greer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Greer tries to get set, Tisoaka tries to push him back and clinch up but Greer manages to avoid the attempt.#CL#
Tisoaka rushes Greer and presses him up against the cage.
Greer looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD#
Tisoaka turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Greer tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Greer can't escape the position.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now. #T1#
Greer has given up his back here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tisoaka has good solid back control here.
Greer 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.
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Greer for as long as he can get away with.
Greer looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Tisoaka controlling the positon.#T3#
Greer is trying to stand back up.
Greer is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Greer trying to get back to his feet but Tisoaka is in full control for now.
Greer wants to escape the position.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tisoaka just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Greer tries to escape but Tisoaka has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Tisoaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Greer can do to turn this around?
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.
Good control from Tisoaka.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Katuro Tisoaka showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tisoaka has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Katuro Tisoaka!
Katuro Tisoaka thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Tisoaka slips a straight right by Webb.
Webb moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tisoaka avoids the head kick by Webb.
Webb misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tisoaka.
Katuro Tisoaka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Webb misses with a hook.
Webb cracks Tisoaka with a right hand to the side of the head.
Webb throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tisoaka fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Webb misses the jab.
Webb walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CUT#
It looks like Akili Webb has been cut.
Tisoaka misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Webb scores with a kick to the midsection.#CL#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Tisoaka lands a takedown into guard.
Webb wants to get back to his feet but Tisoaka passes into half guard.
#T1##REVB#
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but Webb defending well.
Webb is looking to get back to full guard here but Tisoaka has managed to pass to side control instead.
Webb looks to move to half guard but instead Tisoaka has passed into mount! Damn!
Tisoaka throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#T2#
Tisoaka looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Webb really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Webb is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Tisoaka tries to push Webb's head away but Webb is holding on tight.#T3#
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Webb reaches up to try and control the position but Tisoaka seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Webb rolls and tries to escape and now Tisoaka has his back!
Tisoaka trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Webb doesn't escape.
Webb is really stuck here.
Webb trying to control but not successfully.
Webb is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Tisoaka doesn't have the hooks in and Webb manages to turn into his guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tisoaka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Webb's guard. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Akili Webb's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A jab from Webb does it's job there.
Webb's coach down at NYC Alpha (Conditioning and Sparring Gym) was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Webb's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tisoaka.
Webb tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Tisoaka 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Webb for as long as he can get away with.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Tisoaka continues to stall.
Katuro Tisoaka overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Webb trying to get back to his feet but Tisoaka is in full control for now. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T3#
Webb tries to break free.
Webb wants to get back to his feet.
Tisoaka 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.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tisoaka'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.
Tisoaka lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Webb is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Webb is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Tisoaka off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Webb doesn't escape.
Webb tries to escape but Tisoaka has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Akili Webb's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Tisoaka fails to land the takedown.
Webb dodges the punch combination from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but Webb moves out of range.
Webb looks to score with a jab to the body but Tisoaka is just out of range.#TD#
Tisoaka gets a takedown into half guard.
Tisoaka not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Webb is looking to improve his position.
Tisoaka trying to control the pace.
Tisoaka passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Webb! #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Webb wants to try and get back to his feet.
Tisoaka controlling from mount. #T3#
Akili Webb has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Webb tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back!
Katuro Tisoaka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Webb is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
Tisoaka is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Webb up.
#SUB#
Tisoaka sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Webb taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Katuro Tisoaka!
A relieved looking Katuro Tisoaka 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:
ADWGC NY 2
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 6367 p4p, 559 weight class) and Royce Gracie (ranked 3611 p4p, 409 weight class). Tisoaka comes to the cage accompanied by Festivo. Gracie has chosen Jiu Jitsu by Smoke Serpent as his entrance music. 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 10 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Royce Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, John Kavanagh and Jorge Garcia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tisoaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Gracie wants to take the fight to the mat but Tisoaka manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tisoaka has Gracie pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Gracie manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Tisoaka wants a takedown.
Tisoaka wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tisoaka gets underhooks to prevent Gracie's takedown attempt.
Gracie looking for a takedown.
Gracie is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tisoaka gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Tisoaka is pressed up against the cage. Gracie has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tisoaka down to the mat. Tisoaka avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Gracie fails to land the takedown.
Katuro Tisoaka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tisoaka sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gracie somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka shoots in and gets a takedown into Gracie's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (0) Gracie
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tisoaka passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (5) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie looking for a sweep but Tisoaka has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (7) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie is trying desperately to improve position.
Gracie wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (10) vs (0) Gracie
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Tisoaka struggling to keep hold of the position.
Tisoaka doesn't have the hooks in and Gracie manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (10) vs (2) Gracie
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tisoaka seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Tisoaka trying to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to control the position but Gracie says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Tisoaka slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka is looking to sweep but instead, Gracie has passed into half guard.
Tisoaka has a hand on Gracie's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Gracie takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (10) vs (5) Gracie
Gracie prevents Tisoaka from getting the reversal.
Gracie moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (10) vs (8) Gracie
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka breaks Gracie's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (12) vs (8) Gracie
Gracie wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
Tisoaka 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.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Tisoaka from controlling successfully.
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.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling from the top position.
Gracie wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
Tisoaka looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Gracie for as long as he can get away with.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie is looking to sweep but instead, Tisoaka has passed into half guard.
Tisoaka prevents Gracie from improving his position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gracie is looking for a triangle but Tisoaka pushes his legs off easily.
Tisoaka wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Tisoaka 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.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is trying to keep Tisoaka in close.
Gracie looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tisoaka is one step ahead there.
Tisoaka looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Gracie working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Tisoaka has passed into half guard!
Tisoaka seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie with the active half guard here but Tisoaka passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (15) vs (8) Gracie
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling the position.
Gracie manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gracie trying to control here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Gracie gets full guard.
Gracie is looking for a triangle here but Tisoaka uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (18) vs (8) Gracie
Tisoaka goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Gracie has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Tisoaka but great work by Gracie. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Tisoaka (18) vs (12) Gracie
Tisoaka is looking for a sweep.
Tisoaka is working hard here to advance position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Gracie advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (18) vs (14) Gracie
Gracie trying to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Gracie controlling the pace for now.
Tisoaka wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (18) vs (17) Gracie
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Gracie controlling well, preventing Tisoaka from escaping the position.
Gracie 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, Tisoaka has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Tisoaka tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Tisoaka is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gracie looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Tisoaka is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Tisoaka is trying to escape the mount.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is trying to reverse the position but instead Gracie has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (18) vs (20) Gracie
Gracie controlling well, preventing Tisoaka from escaping the position.
Gracie looking for the choke from the back.
Gracie controlling well, preventing Tisoaka from escaping the position.
Tisoaka prevents Gracie from getting a body triangle.
Gracie doesn't have the hooks in and Tisoaka manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (20) vs (20) Gracie
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Tisoaka from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Gracie gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Gracie wins on points by 21 to 20.
A victorious Royce Gracie thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Katuro Tisoaka spoke after the fight, saying 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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Event:
ADWGC 7
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 6319 p4p, 540 weight class) and Bertram Adelhard (ranked 2575 p4p, 296 weight class). Tisoaka comes to the cage accompanied by Festivo. Adelhard has chosen Volbeat - Still Counting as his entrance music. This should be fireworks!
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 18 wins and 10 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Bertram Adelhard!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Elvis Blanc and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tisoaka instigates a clinch.
Tisoaka 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.
Adelhard has Tisoaka pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tisoaka manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Adelhard has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Tisoaka is trying to keep an underhook but Adelhard manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (2) Adelhard
Tisoaka manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Adelhard postures up.
Adelhard stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tisoaka swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tisoaka holds on and takes a little breather.
Adelhard won't allow Tisoaka to sweep him here.
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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tisoaka is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (2) Adelhard
Adelhard looking for a sweep. Not yet Adelhard, not yet.
Adelhard controls Tisoaka momentarily but Tisoaka frees himself.
Tisoaka passes Adelhard's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Adelhard works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Adelhard is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Adelhard looking for a sweep. Not yet Adelhard, not yet.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Adelhard is looking to sweep but instead, Tisoaka has passed into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling the action here.
Adelhard has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tisoaka is working away from the top position though.
Tisoaka is looking to pass Adelhard's guard but actually Adelhard recovers to full guard.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Adelhard keeping moving, preventing Tisoaka from controlling successfully.
Tisoaka is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Adelhard for as long as he can get away with.
Adelhard manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tisoaka manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (4) Adelhard
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Adelhard manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (4) vs (4) Adelhard
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Adelhard is keeping the position for now.
Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka wants to pass the guard but Adelhard is keeping the position.
Adelhard trying to keep a closed guard but Tisoaka is proving a slippery customer.
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.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Adelhard 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.
Adelhard 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.
Adelhard wants to control the position but Tisoaka says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Tisoaka sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Adelhard wants to control the action here but instead Tisoaka manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (7) vs (4) Adelhard
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Adelhard tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tisoaka looking to control and managing it successfully.
Adelhard tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (10) vs (4) Adelhard
I would not like to be Adelhard right now.
Adelhard is really stuck here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Adelhard is in bad spot here.
Adelhard is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Tisoaka is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tries to keep control of the position but Adelhard is staying busy.
I really don't envy Adelhard right now.
Tisoaka is looking to control Adelhard but Adelhard is wriggling around and keeping busy.
What can Adelhard do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Adelhard is in bad spot here.
Tisoaka keeps control of the position easily here as Adelhard tries to buck him off.
Adelhard staying busy and making it hard for Tisoaka to control.
Tisoaka biding his time, controlling Adelhard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Adelhard looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Tisoaka keeps control of the position as Adelhard tries to break free.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Adelhard trying to control the hands but Tisoaka won't let him.
Adelhard tries to escape but Tisoaka has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling the position well here. Adelhard rolled but Tisoaka kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Will Tisoaka go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
An out of breath Katuro Tisoaka 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:
ADWGC Tokyo
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 6090 p4p, 516 weight class) and Longfellow Deeds (ranked 12571 p4p, 593 weight class). Tisoaka comes to the cage accompanied by Festivo. Katuro Tisoaka 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 9 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 11 losses; Longfellow Deeds!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Yukihiro Shimada and Shigeki Sano.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Deeds moves into the clinch.
Deeds changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tisoaka fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tisoaka changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Deeds tries to avoid it but Tisoaka manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Deeds to the ground. Deeds escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Deeds moves into the clinch successfully.
Tisoaka wants a takedown.
Tisoaka is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Deeds is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tisoaka turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Tisoaka (4) vs (0) Deeds
Deeds tries to control but Tisoaka manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (7) vs (0) Deeds
Deeds is really stuck here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Deeds is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Deeds is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Deeds tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Deeds trying to control the position but Tisoaka manages to sink in the hooks.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tisoaka is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Tisoaka has the hooks in. Deeds is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Deeds manages to reverse the position and now he's in Tisoaka's guard. Nice work there by Deeds.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (7) vs (2) Deeds
Tisoaka looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tisoaka wants to sweep but no luck.
Deeds drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Deeds jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Deeds 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 two minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is trying to keep Deeds in close.
Deeds wants to control from the top but Tisoaka keeps moving.
Tisoaka not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Deeds slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (7) vs (5) Deeds
Tisoaka tries to buck Deeds off but Deeds is having none of it.
Deeds trying to control the position but Tisoaka is working away.
Tisoaka tries to improve position but can't.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is working hard here to advance position.
Deeds is trying to get an arm triangle but Tisoaka is defending well.
Tisoaka tries to improve position but can't.
Tisoaka keeping his opponent close.
Tisoaka is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Deeds tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is being controlled here.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tisoaka sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka trying to control from the bottom.
Tisoaka tries to get to full guard but Deeds has control of the leg.
Tisoaka regains full guard. Nicely done.
Deeds drops back, looking for a kneebar! Tisoaka looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Tisoaka looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Tisoaka! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Tisoaka (11) vs (5) Deeds
Deeds tries to bench press Tisoaka off him but Tisoaka keeps the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Deeds gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Deeds is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Deeds gets full guard.
Deeds is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Deeds looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tisoaka is one step ahead there.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Deeds is trying to control the position but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka passes Deeds's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Deeds is looking to control Tisoaka's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Deeds avoid being mounted?
Deeds is trying to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka controlling the action here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to take a breather but Deeds is having none of it.
Tisoaka is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Deeds is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Tisoaka is taking a breather. Deeds 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 eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tisoaka'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.
Deeds moves into full guard.
Deeds wants to sweep but no luck.
Deeds not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Deeds 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.
Deeds lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (11) vs (7) Deeds
Tisoaka not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Deeds works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tisoaka trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Deeds manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (11) vs (10) Deeds
Tisoaka is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tisoaka tries to hold on but Deeds postures up.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Deeds wants to control the pace but Tisoaka is squirming around nicely.
Tisoaka is desperately trying to improve his position but Deeds has a good base and remains in mount.
Deeds controlling the pace for now.
Tisoaka is desperately trying to improve his position but Deeds has a good base and remains in mount.
Deeds trying to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Deeds wants to take Tisoaka's back here but Tisoaka is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Deeds takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Deeds avoids the attempt from Tisoaka to control.
Tisoaka is trying to escape the mount.
Deeds jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Tisoaka manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Deeds trying to control the position but Tisoaka is working away.
My spies in EMPIRE BJJ Academy inform me that Deeds has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Deeds thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Tisoaka has one of Deeds's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Tisoaka sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Deeds trying to pass the guard but Tisoaka defending well.
Tisoaka trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (11) vs (13) Deeds
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka 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.
Deeds perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tisoaka is refusing to be controlled, as Deeds sits in half guard.
Tisoaka is looking for a sweep. Deeds is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Deeds is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Deeds looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Deeds is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tisoaka trying to control from the bottom.
Tisoaka wants to improve his position but Deeds is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Deeds in particular looking to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka tries to get to full guard but Deeds has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Deeds wins on points by 13 to 11.
Katuro Tisoaka was interviewed post fight and said 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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Event:
ADWGC 1
Date: Feb 16, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 5859 p4p, 496 weight class) and Bob Backlund (ranked 10815 p4p, 584 weight class). Tisoaka's entrance music is Festivo. A fine choice. Backlund has chosen Dance Fucker as his entrance music. Bob Backlund is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
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 17 wins and 9 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 11 losses; Bob Backlund!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Yves DeLean and Robert Douchet.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Backlund feints and as Tisoaka raises his hands in defense, Backlund changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (2) Backlund
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.
Tisoaka 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: Tisoaka (2) vs (2) Backlund
Backlund wants to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka tries to pass to full mount but Backlund defends it.
Tisoaka prevents Backlund from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backlund won't allow Tisoaka to pass to mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Backlund is pressing down on Tisoaka's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Tisoaka wants to pass the guard but Backlund is keeping the position.
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Backlund is trying to keep Tisoaka in close.
Backlund looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Tisoaka puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
Tisoaka tries to pass to full mount but Backlund defends it.
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tisoaka wants to pass to mount but Backlund is defending the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Backlund tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
Tisoaka trying to mount his opponent but Backlund defends it.
Backlund trying to hold on to Tisoaka's head to control him but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backlund wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (5) vs (2) Backlund
That's four minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Backlund's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Backlund is trying to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka trying to control the action but Backlund is working from the bottom.
Backlund is being controlled here.
Backlund is trying to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here as Tisoaka stalls from top position.
Backlund struggling a bit here.
Tisoaka gets to mount! Backlund was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (7) vs (2) Backlund
Backlund sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Backlund actively working from the bottom here.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily.
Tisoaka trying to control the pace.
Tisoaka is just content to waste time from the top position. Backlund takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Backlund trying to keep a closed guard but Tisoaka is proving a slippery customer.
Backlund working for a triangle but Tisoaka defends it easily.
Tisoaka forces his way into half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Tisoaka prevents Backlund from improving his position.
Backlund won't allow Tisoaka to pass to mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Backlund is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tisoaka not doing much here.
Tisoaka wants to control but Backlund is keeping him busy.
Backlund tries to get to full guard but Tisoaka has control of the leg.
Well, if Tisoaka 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 ten minutes gone in the round.
Backlund slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Backlund has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tisoaka can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Backlund wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tisoaka stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Backlund swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tisoaka has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tisoaka is working hard here to advance position.
Backlund is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka looking to pass the guard.
Tisoaka looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Backlund working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tisoaka doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tisoaka manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund wants to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has moved into half guard.
Tisoaka not doing much here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Backlund manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka won't allow Backlund to sweep him here.
Tisoaka trying to control but Backlund is working from the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Backlund looking for a sweep. Not yet Backlund, not yet.
Backlund not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Backlund 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.
Tisoaka showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backlund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Katuro Tisoaka decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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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 Waldo Claudiano (ranked 5166 p4p, 486 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 5372 p4p, 492 weight class). Tisoaka comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Festivo kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 10 losses; Waldo Claudiano! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 8 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, John Roberts and Jorge Garcia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Claudiano drives through and clinches with Tisoaka against the cage.
Claudiano tries for a takedown. No joy.
Claudiano has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Tisoaka regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Claudiano (2) vs (0) Tisoaka
Tisoaka 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.
Claudiano passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Claudiano (5) vs (0) Tisoaka
Tisoaka is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Claudiano is trying to get an arm triangle but Tisoaka is defending well.
Claudiano trying to control the action but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka struggling a bit here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Claudiano slows the pace down.
Tisoaka is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Claudiano wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tisoaka keeps working.
Claudiano looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've been hearing good reports from Claudiano'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.
Tisoaka is looking to regain half guard here but Claudiano keeps moving and retains side control.
Claudiano working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tisoaka regains half guard.
Tisoaka wants to get back to full guard.
Claudiano is looking to pass Tisoaka's guard but actually Tisoaka recovers to full guard.
Claudiano tries to free his leg and advance position but Tisoaka is retaining full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controls Claudiano momentarily but Claudiano frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Claudiano wants to control from the top but Tisoaka keeps moving.
Claudiano postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tisoaka is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Claudiano (5) vs (2) Tisoaka
Tisoaka postures up.
Claudiano looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Claudiano looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling from the top position.
Claudiano is trying to control the position but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tisoaka postures up.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Tisoaka trying to control but Claudiano is working from the bottom.
Claudiano 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.
Tisoaka slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Claudiano is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tisoaka is aware though and is defending well.
Claudiano 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 six minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Claudiano bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tisoaka's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Claudiano (7) vs (2) Tisoaka
Tisoaka trying to keep a closed guard but Claudiano is proving a slippery customer.
Tisoaka looking to hit a scissor sweep but Claudiano is one step ahead there.
Claudiano is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano drops back looking for a leg! Tisoaka is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Tisoaka manages to kick Claudiano off! Claudiano jumps back into Tisoaka's guard.
Tisoaka trying to control the position.
Claudiano advances to half guard.
Tisoaka has his hands clasped together around Claudiano's back. He's all about the action.
Tisoaka is refusing to be controlled, as Claudiano sits in half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tisoaka is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka is pressing down on Claudiano's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tisoaka is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tisoaka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Claudiano's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Claudiano (7) vs (4) Tisoaka
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Claudiano is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Claudiano (9) vs (4) Tisoaka
Claudiano preventing the sweep.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano wants to control from the top but Tisoaka keeps moving.
Our spies down at at EMPIRE BJJ Academy inform us that Tisoaka has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Claudiano thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Claudiano trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Claudiano trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tisoaka is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tisoaka keeping moving, preventing Claudiano from controlling successfully.
Tisoaka trying to keep a closed guard but Claudiano is proving a slippery customer.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano trying to control but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Claudiano passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Claudiano (12) vs (4) Tisoaka
Claudiano controlling from side mount.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka wants to control but Claudiano postures up.
Tisoaka tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Claudiano wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano is looking to take a break and control but Tisoaka is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Claudiano tries for a kimura but Tisoaka is defending well.
Tisoaka tries to buck Claudiano off but Claudiano is having none of it.
Claudiano tries for a kimura but Tisoaka is defending well.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Claudiano's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to full guard.
Claudiano is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Claudiano is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tisoaka has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tisoaka is doing well to control the position and prevent Claudiano from advancing to side control.
Claudiano wants to pass the guard but Tisoaka is defending well.
Tisoaka is looking for a sweep. Claudiano is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Tisoaka 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: Claudiano (12) vs (6) Tisoaka
Claudiano manages to get to full guard.
Claudiano is trying to keep Tisoaka in close.
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from Claudiano.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano working a defensive guard here.
Claudiano working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Tisoaka has passed into half guard!
Claudiano actively working from the bottom here.
Claudiano wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Claudiano is working hard here to advance position.
Claudiano is looking to control Tisoaka's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Claudiano avoid being mounted?
And that's the end of the fight!
Claudiano takes the fight on points by 12 to 6.
The defeated Katuro Tisoaka had this to say: 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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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 Police Officer (ranked 7592 p4p, 566 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 5029 p4p, 477 weight class). Tisoaka has chosen Festivo as his entrance music. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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 17 wins and 6 losses; Police Officer! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 7 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Colin Fotheringham and James Ackerman.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
No luck for Tisoaka with that takedown attempt.
Officer has taken the fight to the clinch.
Officer wants to take the fight to the mat but Tisoaka manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Officer has Tisoaka pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Officer pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Tisoaka tumbling to the mat - Officer dives into Tisoaka's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Officer (2) vs (0) Tisoaka
Officer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tisoaka is keeping the position for now.
Tisoaka being controlled here, momentarily.
Tisoaka 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Officer 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 one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka looking to control.
Officer stopping the sweep attempt from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka being controlled here, momentarily.
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.
Our spies down at at Fire Pro Wrestling World Gym inform us that Tisoaka has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Officer postures up.
Officer content to stall in guard here.
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 pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka pulls Officer in close to prevent any damage.
Tisoaka keeping full guard, as Officer tries to pass.
Officer not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tisoaka looking for a sweep. Not yet Tisoaka, not yet.
Tisoaka wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Officer's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Tisoaka keeping full guard, as Officer tries to pass.
Tisoaka wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Officer slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Tisoaka keeping moving, preventing Officer from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Officer tries to free his leg and advance position but Tisoaka is retaining full guard.
Officer 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.
Tisoaka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Officer's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Officer (2) vs (2) Tisoaka
Officer seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Officer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tisoaka manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Officer (4) vs (2) Tisoaka
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Officer stays in close to Tisoaka's body and controls the position.
Tisoaka tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka being controlled here, momentarily.
Officer has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tisoaka trying to control the position.
Officer stopping the sweep attempt from Tisoaka.
Officer controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Officer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Officer controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Officer is fighting to break Tisoaka's control of his arms but Tisoaka is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tisoaka might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Officer haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka can't keep his opponent in guard - Officer advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tisoaka wants to control but Officer is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Officer controlling the pace.
Tisoaka slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka wants to sweep but no luck.
Tisoaka being controlled here, momentarily.
Officer advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Officer (7) vs (2) Tisoaka
Tisoaka tries to improve position but can't.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Officer 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 Tisoaka's shoulder. That is not cool.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to half guard.
Officer wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tisoaka keeps working.
Tisoaka manages to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka trying to control but Officer postures up.
Officer trying to pass the guard but Tisoaka defending well.
Officer looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tisoaka is trying to control but can't.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tisoaka is looking for a sweep. Officer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Officer controlling the action here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to full guard.
Officer keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Officer is looking to advance position but Tisoaka won't allow it.
Officer is taking a breather. Tisoaka 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.
Officer works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Officer (10) vs (2) Tisoaka
Officer takes Tisoaka's back. Score +3 for taking back: Officer (13) vs (2) Tisoaka
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tries to roll but Officer sticks to his back.
Officer controlling the position well here. Tisoaka rolled but Officer kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Tisoaka can't escape the position.
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.
Tisoaka can't escape the position.
Officer biding his time, looking for the opening.
Tisoaka can't escape the position.
Officer keeps control of the position easily here as Tisoaka tries to buck him off.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Officer trying to control.
Officer not allowing Tisoaka to control his hands.
Tisoaka is trying to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Tisoaka staying busy and making it hard for Officer to control.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tries to roll but Officer sticks to his back.
Officer keeps control of the position easily here as Tisoaka tries to buck him off.
Officer not allowing Tisoaka to control his hands.
Officer keeps control of the position easily here as Tisoaka tries to buck him off.
Officer is hanging on to Tisoaka's back as he tries to escape.
Officer controls the position.
Tisoaka tries to escape but Officer has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Tisoaka staying busy and making it hard for Officer to control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to escape the position.
Officer controls the position.
Officer trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Officer gets his hands free as Tisoaka looks to control.
Tisoaka rolls, trying to escape but Officer keeps control of the position.
Officer controlling the position well here. Tisoaka rolled but Officer kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Officer controlling well, preventing Tisoaka from escaping the position.
Officer controlling the position well here. Tisoaka rolled but Officer kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Further stalling from Officer.
Tisoaka wants to control his opponent's hands but Officer gets his hands free.
Officer keeps control of the position as Tisoaka tries to break free.
Officer controlling the position well here. Tisoaka 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.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Officer.
Tisoaka tries to roll but Officer sticks to his back.
Officer controls the position.
I really don't envy Tisoaka right now.
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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka rolls, trying to escape but Officer keeps control of the position.
Good control from Officer.
And that's the end of the fight!
Officer takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
Police Officer retains his welterweight title!
Police Officer made sure to mention his sponsor, Humanoid Nutrition (160Q for 180$) in his post fight interview.
In defeat, Katuro Tisoaka stepped up to the mic, saying 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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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 Shinya Aoki (ranked 6711 p4p, 533 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 4901 p4p, 468 weight class). Tisoaka has chosen Festivo as his entrance music. Katuro Tisoaka has the eye of the tiger tonight.
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 3 losses; Shinya Aoki ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 7 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, James Atkins and James Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Aoki gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Aoki has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Tisoaka clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Aoki (4) vs (0) Tisoaka
I really don't envy Tisoaka right now.
Aoki is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Tisoaka knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Tisoaka for a finish.
Tisoaka tries to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Aoki 's arms.
Aoki is trying to stick to Tisoaka's back but Tisoaka is turning into Aoki . He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Aoki 's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Tisoaka. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Aoki (4) vs (2) Tisoaka
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki seems keen to control Tisoaka's posture.
Aoki is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Aoki wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
Aoki managing to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Tisoaka has passed into half guard!
Aoki 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.
Tisoaka trying to control the pace.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Aoki desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Aoki trying to control but Tisoaka postures up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Aoki is looking to improve his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tisoaka in particular looking to stall.
Aoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Aoki gets full guard.
Aoki trying to control the position.
Tisoaka controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Aoki is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tisoaka engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Aoki has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tisoaka 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 Aoki . Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (4) vs (5) Tisoaka
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Aoki struggling a bit here.
Aoki is trying to get back to half guard.
Aoki manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Aoki is concentrating on defense, preventing Tisoaka from advancing position.
Tisoaka slows the pace down in half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Aoki wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
Tisoaka passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Aoki ! Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (4) vs (8) Tisoaka
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Aoki tries to hold on but Tisoaka pushes him away.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Aoki holds on for dear life.
Tisoaka looking to control but Aoki is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Tisoaka can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Aoki is looking to escape.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Aoki gets back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Tisoaka seems content to control.
Aoki trying to hold on to Tisoaka's head to control him but Tisoaka postures up.
Aoki is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tisoaka looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Aoki is doing well to control the position and prevent Tisoaka from advancing to side control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka stalling.
Tisoaka works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (4) vs (11) Tisoaka
Tisoaka working away.
Aoki being controlled for a moment.
Tisoaka working away.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Aoki is looking for a sweep.
Aoki is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tisoaka's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Aoki is looking to control Tisoaka's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aoki avoid being mounted?
Tisoaka trying to control from half guard but Aoki is working away.
Tisoaka is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Aoki manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Aoki is keeping the position for now.
Aoki is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Aoki working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tisoaka doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tisoaka manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tisoaka got a little sloppy there for a moment and Aoki has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tisoaka has managed to get both his arms back between Aoki 's legs - danger averted.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Aoki looking to control.
Tisoaka avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from Aoki .
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Aoki looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tisoaka passes Aoki 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Aoki trying to control but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Aoki has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tisoaka is working away from the top position though.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Tisoaka is thwarting Aoki 's attempts to control the position.
Aoki is positioning himself well to prevent Tisoaka advancing to mount.
Aoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aoki wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka wins on points by 11 to 4.
Katuro Tisoaka 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:
OC! Grappling 4
Date: Dec 05, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 4750 p4p, 447 weight class) and Matvey Pavlov (ranked 1107 p4p, 138 weight class). Tisoaka's entrance music is Festivo. A fine choice. Pavlov has chosen Prokofiev - Dance of the Knights as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Matvey Pavlov told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 7 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Matvey Pavlov!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Sam Margolis and Steven Brown.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tisoaka moves into range and clinches up with Pavlov.
Tisoaka is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Pavlov is looking for a takedown.
Tisoaka has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Pavlov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Pavlov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tisoaka has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Pavlov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Pavlov stops a takedown attempt from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Pavlov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tisoaka gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Pavlov can't get the takedown.
Pavlov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tisoaka gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Tisoaka gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (0) Pavlov
Tisoaka wants to pass to mount but Pavlov is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov is positioning himself well to prevent Tisoaka advancing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pavlov gets full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Pavlov pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage.
Let's hope that Pavlov 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.
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.
Pavlov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Pavlov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tisoaka is one step ahead there.
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pavlov is keeping the position for now.
Pavlov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov managing to control the position.
Pavlov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tisoaka controls the pace.
Pavlov controlling the position.
Pavlov wants to sweep but no luck.
Tisoaka forces his way into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov trying to hold on to Tisoaka's head to control him but Tisoaka postures up.
Pavlov 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.
Pavlov has his hands clasped together around Tisoaka's back. He's all about the action.
Pavlov wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (5) vs (0) Pavlov
Pavlov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to control but Pavlov is keeping him busy.
Pavlov is trying to control Tisoaka's posture but Tisoaka avoids it.
Pavlov is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Tisoaka is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (7) vs (0) Pavlov
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tisoaka can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pavlov is looking to escape.
Pavlov is controlling an arm, preventing Tisoaka from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Pavlov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Pavlov has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (10) vs (0) Pavlov
Tisoaka has the hooks in. Pavlov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka avoiding Pavlov 's attempts to control his hands.
Pavlov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Tisoaka's guard. Nice work there by Pavlov.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (10) vs (2) Pavlov
Pavlov trying to move into half guard but instead Tisoaka has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (12) vs (2) Pavlov
Pavlov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tisoaka is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tisoaka postures up.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pavlov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tisoaka can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Pavlov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pavlov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pavlov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tisoaka looking to sit in guard and control but Pavlov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (12) vs (4) Pavlov
Pavlov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tisoaka is trying to keep Pavlov in close.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Pavlov passes Tisoaka's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Pavlov content to control rather than advance.
Tisoaka trying to control here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (12) vs (7) Pavlov
Pavlov controlling his opponent.
Tisoaka is desperately trying to improve his position but Pavlov has a good base and remains in mount.
Tisoaka regains half guard.
Tisoaka is concentrating on defense, preventing Pavlov from advancing position.
Pavlov content to control rather than advance.
Tisoaka wants to get back to full guard but Pavlov has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (12) vs (10) Pavlov
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka struggling a bit here.
Pavlov tries to move to mount but Tisoaka blocks the move with his legs.
Pavlov is looking to take a break and control but Tisoaka is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tisoaka is looking to reverse the position.
Tisoaka struggling a bit here.
Pavlov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Pavlov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tries to bench press Pavlov off him but Pavlov keeps the position.
Tisoaka seems a little lost for a moment, as Pavlov dominates the positioning.
Tisoaka is trying to improve his position.
Pavlov trying to control the position but Tisoaka is working away.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka being controlled for a moment.
Pavlov trying to control the position but Tisoaka is working away.
Tisoaka is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pavlov is looking to take a break and control but Tisoaka is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 12 to 10.
A victorious Katuro Tisoaka 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 Andrew Henry (ranked 16849 p4p, 641 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 4518 p4p, 428 weight class). Henry comes to the cage accompanied by knuck if you buck . Tisoaka is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Festivo. This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 6 losses; Andrew Henry ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 7 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Richard Clark and Phil Schofield.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Henry is looking to clinch.
Henry drives through and clinches with Tisoaka against the cage.
Henry is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Tisoaka to keep the fight standing.
Henry prevents the takedown attempt.
Henry tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tisoaka smiles and moves away.
Henry moves into the clinch successfully.
Henry ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Henry no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Henry wants to control the position but Tisoaka says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Tisoaka uses his free foot to push down on Henry 's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Henry . Score +3 for passing guard: Henry (0) vs (3) Tisoaka
Henry looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Henry (0) vs (6) Tisoaka
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Henry 's back as he tries to escape.
Henry trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
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.
Tisoaka is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Henry trying to control but not successfully.
Henry wants to escape the position.
Henry is working hard here to advance position.
Henry trying to control the action but Tisoaka just sinks the hooks in.
Good control from Tisoaka.
Well, with Tisoaka on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Henry is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Henry wants to escape the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Henry trying to control but not successfully.
Henry tries to break free.
Tisoaka avoiding Henry 's attempts to control his hands.
I really don't envy Henry right now.
Henry trying to control the action but Tisoaka just sinks the hooks in.
Henry tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Tisoaka trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Henry doesn't escape.
Tisoaka's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is not going to allow Henry to sit and survive in this position.
Henry tries to escape the position.
Tisoaka avoiding Henry 's attempts to control his hands.
Henry is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Henry tries to escape but Tisoaka has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is persistently looking for the submission but Henry is defending it well.
Tisoaka just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Henry wants to control his opponent's hands but Tisoaka gets his hands free.
Tisoaka controls the action.
Henry trying to control the position but Tisoaka manages to sink in the hooks.
Tisoaka really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Henry .
Henry is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka doesn't have the hooks in and Henry manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry (2) vs (6) Tisoaka
Tisoaka keeping moving, preventing Henry from controlling successfully.
Tisoaka trying to control the position.
Tisoaka keeping moving, preventing Henry from controlling successfully.
Henry stopping the sweep attempt from Tisoaka.
Henry trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Henry postures up.
Henry stopping the sweep attempt from Tisoaka.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tisoaka is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry (2) vs (8) Tisoaka
Tisoaka is stalling in the full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Henry not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Henry has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Henry is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Henry controlling Tisoaka's posture.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Henry looking to control.
Tisoaka slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Henry (2) vs (11) Tisoaka
Tisoaka content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Henry is trying to control Tisoaka's posture but Tisoaka avoids it.
Henry is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Henry wants to control but Tisoaka postures up.
Henry is trying to improve his position.
A lull in the action here.
Henry is trying to control Tisoaka's posture but Tisoaka avoids it.
Henry tries to bench press Tisoaka off him but Tisoaka keeps the position.
Henry tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Tisoaka presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Henry (2) vs (13) Tisoaka
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Henry tries to hold on but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Henry is looking to improve his position but Tisoaka isn't that keen on the idea.
Tisoaka sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
More stalling from Tisoaka.
Henry wants to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is trying to take his opponent's back.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Henry tries to hold on but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka content just to control the position here.
Henry wants to hold on but Tisoaka pushes him away.
Henry is in all sorts of trouble here.
Henry wants to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Henry is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Henry wants to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Henry tries to reverse the position but Tisoaka maintains control.
Henry is breathing heavily.
Henry wants to hold on but Tisoaka pushes him away.
Henry is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka looking to control and managing it successfully.
Henry tries to lock up and control but Tisoaka gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling from the full mount.
Henry keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Henry working to try and regain half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling the position easily from mount.
Henry is desperately trying to improve his position but Tisoaka has a good base and remains in mount.
Henry wants to hold on but Tisoaka pushes him away.
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Henry is trying to escape the mount.
Tisoaka content just to control the position here.
Henry tries to lock up and control but Tisoaka gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tisoaka moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Henry (2) vs (16) Tisoaka
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Henry wants to control his opponent's hands but Tisoaka gets his hands free.
Henry tries to escape the position.
Tisoaka is not going to allow Henry to sit and survive in this position.
Henry is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
Henry just trying to survive but Tisoaka is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka wins on points by 16 to 2.
A victorious Katuro Tisoaka 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 31, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tisoaka lands in his opponent's guard.
Takahashi is looking to sweep but instead, Tisoaka has passed into half guard.
Takahashi on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Takahashi tries to get out of the position.
Tisoaka controlling the pace.
Takahashi trying to hold on to Tisoaka's head to control him but Tisoaka postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka passes the guard and advances to mount! #T1#
Tisoaka controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka working Takahashi over with strikes here. #T2#
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Takahashi wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
I really don't envy Takahashi right now.
Tisoaka is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Takahashi just trying to survive but Tisoaka is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T3#
Tisoaka has good solid back control here.
Let's hope that Tisoaka 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.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Tisoaka.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Tisoaka shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Takahashi pinned against the cage. Takahashi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #KD2#
Tisoaka lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Takahashi sprawling to the canvas. Tisoaka follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Takahashi hang on? #ROC2#
Takahashi is rocked!
Well, if Tisoaka 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.
Oh Takahashi is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Takahashi trying to control from the bottom.
Takahashi is looking to improve his position.
Takahashi seems to have got his legs back now.
Tisoaka looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Takahashi tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.#T1#
Tisoaka content to control rather than advance.
Takahashi is looking to get back to full guard here but Tisoaka has managed to pass to side control instead.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Check out the look on Tisoaka's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Katuro Tisoaka has got the better of the ground game so far.
Takahashi can't do much from the bottom here.
Tisoaka taking a breather here. #T3#
Takahashi tries to improve position but can't.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Tisoaka has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Takahashi prevents Tisoaka from moving into mount.
Takahashi tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Tisoaka presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Takahashi is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tisoaka controlling from mount. #SUB2#
Tisoaka looking for a guillotine from mount but Takahashi is having none of it.
Tisoaka looking to control and managing it successfully.
Takahashi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Tisoaka fails in his attempt to clinch.
Takahashi avoids the head kick by Tisoaka.
Takahashi scores with a leg kick.
Takahashi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tisoaka. That did some damage!
Tisoaka fails with the takedown.
Tisoaka fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Takahashi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL2#
Takahashi tries to keep at a distance but Tisoaka has taken the fight into the clinch.
Takahashi misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi lands a body shot.
Takahashi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Takahashi misses with a punch to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Takahashi.
#BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Takahashi tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Tisoaka counters with a takedown into side control. #T1#
Tisoaka remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Takahashi tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Tisoaka content just to control the position here.
Tisoaka moves to take his opponent's back. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Tisoaka working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Takahashi is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Tisoaka has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Takahashi taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Katuro Tisoaka!
Our winner, Katuro Tisoaka, 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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Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 18, 2018 |
#R1#
Willems scores with a jab.
Willems lands a jab.
Tisoaka lands a nice shot that snaps Willems's head back.
Willems looks to land a left hand but Tisoaka moved out of range nicely.
A swing and a miss from Willems.#CL2#
Tisoaka fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Willems, pushing him back against the cage.
Willems lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Willems swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Willems can't find room to land a body shot as Tisoaka controls the action.
Tisoaka drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tisoaka is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Willems pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Willems gets underhooks to prevent Tisoaka's takedown attempt.
Sven Willems has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
Willems can't find room to land a body shot as Tisoaka controls the action.
Willems fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Willems.
Willems 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.
Willems tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Willems.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch.
#T1#
Willems misses with a straight right.
Sven Willems seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tisoaka with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Willems to score with a decent uppercut.
Tisoaka thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Willems if he has to take too many more of those.
Willems throws a body punch but Tisoaka moves out of range.
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Willems as he avoids it easily.
Willems throws a looping overhand right but Tisoaka ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Tisoaka clinches with his opponent.
Willems cracks Tisoaka with a nice body shot.
Willems is trying to break the clinch but Tisoaka has him pressed against the cage.
Tisoaka drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Willems gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Stalling in the clinch from Tisoaka.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka blocks a body shot from Willems.
Willems tries a body shot but Tisoaka blocks it.
Tisoaka struggles to land a body shot inside as Willems controls his hands.
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but Willems manages to get underhooks.
Willems is leaning against Tisoaka and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T2##TD2#
Tisoaka tightens his grip and picks Willems up, before dumping him to the ground. Willems manages to land in guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Willems working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tisoaka doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tisoaka manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Willems is trying to keep Tisoaka in close.
Willems wants to sweep but no luck.
Tisoaka stays in close to Willems's body and controls the position.
Willems looking to control.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep. #T3#
Willems is working hard here to advance position.
Willems is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tisoaka uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Willems.
Willems throws a lazy right hand but Tisoaka sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tisoaka fails with an attempt to clinch.
Willems throwing a counter right hand but Tisoaka manages to avoid it.
Tisoaka takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tisoaka closes this distance looking for a takedown but Willems circles away.
Willems lands with a good body shot.
Some wild striking there from Willems.
Tisoaka takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sven Willems is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A jab lands there for Willems.
Willems throws a hook but Tisoaka avoids it easily.
Willems connects with a body shot.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Willems.
Tisoaka moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Willems missing with a left hand there. Tisoaka was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Willems backs off Tisoaka throws a huge counter combo but Willems manages to avoid it all.
Willems misses with an uppercut.
Willems loads up on a big right hand but Tisoaka slips the punch.
Willems is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Donk. Willems catches Tisoaka right on the button with a cross.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but Willems moves out of range.
Willems throws a looping overhand right but Tisoaka ducks down to avoid it.
Willems waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tisoaka.
Willems throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tisoaka on the side of the head.
Tisoaka looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Willems is fending him off so far but Tisoaka persists. Nope, Willems circles away and we're back to standing.
A telegraphed right hand from Willems misses the target.
Tisoaka is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Willems misses with a straight right.
Willems thows a left - swing and a miss!
Willems sets himself, and Tisoaka steps forward looking for the clinch! Willems avoids it this time.
Willems misses with a hook. Tisoaka ducked under it nicely.
Tisoaka throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Willems counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tisoaka on the wrong end of a nice jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sven Willems dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Willems misses with a hook.
Tisoaka swinging wildly here.
Tisoaka pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Willems throwing a counter right hand but Tisoaka manages to avoid it.
Tisoaka shoots for a double leg takedown but Willems sprawls well. He's pushed Tisoaka's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tisoaka misses with a two punch combination.
Tisoaka tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Willems swivels and escapes.
Tisoaka moves forwards but Willems connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tisoaka throws a wild body kick that Willems sees coming a mile off.
Willems scores with a nice right hand.
Tisoaka tries to clinch there but Willems circles away.
Sven Willems is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Willems finds it's way through Tisoaka's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Willems scores with a nice strike.
Willems misses with a hook.
Willems scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tisoaka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Willems.
Tisoaka lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Willems scores with a jab to the body.
Tisoaka walks into a straight right hand from Willems.#T1##CL2#
Willems tries to keep at a distance but Tisoaka has taken the fight into the clinch.
Willems misses with some punches.
Tisoaka drops down looking for an ankle pick but Willems pulls his leg out and moves away.
Sven Willems has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
Willems misses with an uppercut. Tisoaka saw that one coming.
Willems scores with a nice strike.
Willems lands with a right hand.
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Willems as he jumps to the side.
Willems appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tisoaka defending well as Willems loads up on a big left hand.
Willems connects with the punch.
Tisoaka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Willems misses with a body shot.
Tisoaka is looking for the big counter here.
Willems is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tisoaka can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Tisoaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Willems tries a body shot but Tisoaka blocks it.
Tisoaka blocking some punches.
#T2##BC2#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
Willems throws out a loose jab but Tisoaka uses good head movement to avoid it.
Willems slaps away a takedown attempt from Tisoaka, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Tisoaka.
Willems throws a nice looking combination but Tisoaka bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
As Willems backs off Tisoaka throws a huge counter combo but Willems manages to avoid it all.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tisoaka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Willems.
Nice sprawl there from Willems as Tisoaka shoots in.
Tisoaka wants to clinch up but Willems keeps it at a distance.
Tisoaka is looking to clinch.
Nice cross by Willems.
Tisoaka avoids the body shot from Willems.
Tisoaka takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tisoaka will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tisoaka fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tisoaka takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A big right from Willems misses. #T3#
Tisoaka tries to clinch but Willems is having none of it.
Willems misses the shot to the body.
Willems misses with a straight left.
Tisoaka takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A cross from Willems lands.
Willems throws a shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Tisoaka 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tisoaka misses with a wild combination.
A jab from Willems finds it's way through Tisoaka's defenses.
A punch lands to the side of Tisoaka 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Willems thuds a left hand into Tisoaka's body.#CL2#
Tisoaka clinches with his opponent.
Tisoaka's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tisoaka blocks a body shot from Willems. #T4#
Willems tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tisoaka's elbow.
Willems struggles to land a body shot inside as Tisoaka controls his hands.
Willems goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Willems misses with a body punch.
Tisoaka wants a takedown but no success here.
Tisoaka is looking to take this one to the mat.
Tisoaka is trying to drag Willems to the mat but Willems just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Tisoaka tries to score a body lock takedown but Willems shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tisoaka is breathing heavily.
Willems misses with a body punch.
Tisoaka is looking for a takedown.
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but Willems manages to get underhooks.
Tisoaka drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A hook to the body from Willems.
Sven Willems has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Willems digs a right hand underneath Tisoaka's ribcage. Tisoaka let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Willems misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tisoaka.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sven Willems dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tisoaka throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Willems's waist but Willems gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tisoaka off to one side.
Tisoaka takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tisoaka has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tisoaka will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Willems swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Willems connects with a nice looking jab.
Willems waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tisoaka.
Willems connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tisoaka's hands.
Tisoaka misses with a takedown attempt - Willems sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sven Willems has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
Willems connects with a jab.
Willems cracks Tisoaka with an open hand slap.
Willems slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#ROC#
Tisoaka is rocked!
Willems throws a monster overhand right that drops Tisoaka! Willems follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sven Willems!
The defeated Katuro Tisoaka had this to say: 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Date: Aug 28, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Sexton quickly recovers to half guard.
Tisoaka prevents Sexton from improving his position.
Tisoaka seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
It looks like Tisoaka 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sexton tries to get to full guard but Tisoaka has control of the leg.
Sexton is working hard here to advance position.#T1##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Tisoaka gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Tisoaka gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Sexton trying to hold on to Tisoaka's head to control him but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Let's hope that Tisoaka 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.#T2#
Sexton tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown but Sexton shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tisoaka fails with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sexton as he avoids it easily.
Sexton swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Drew Sexton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
Tisoaka moves in looking to clinch but Sexton pushes him off.
Tisoaka misses with a takedown attempt - Sexton sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sexton takes a swing at Tisoaka's ribcage but misses.
Tisoaka blocks a leg kick.
Sexton cracks a nice hook into Tisoaka's ribs.
Tisoaka misses with a takedown attempt
and Sexton counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Sexton defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tisoaka.
Sexton tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tisoaka manages to circle out of the way.
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches up with Sexton, looking for a takedown. Tisoaka pushes Sexton against the cage but Sexton circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tisoaka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
Sexton lands a nice looking body shot.
A lazy left from Sexton finds it's target.
Nice takedown defense from Sexton. No joy for Tisoaka on that attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Sexton on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sexton stuffs the takedown.
Sexton is looking to counter punch.
Tisoaka looks winded!
Sexton stuffs the takedown attempt from Tisoaka. Tisoaka gets slowly back to his feet.
Drew Sexton is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tisoaka tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sexton is able to avoid easily.
Tisoaka misses with a wild combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Tisoaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Sexton tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tisoaka avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Drew Sexton will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Tisoaka throws a series of punches but Sexton avoids them all with ease.
Sexton swats away the attempt to clinch by Tisoaka.
We've been told by Sexton's head coaches at Outer Heaven Dojo that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Sexton stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sexton wants it to stay on the feet.
A leg kick checked by Sexton.
Sexton thumps Tisoaka with a low kick.
Sexton throws a low kick but Tisoaka avoids it.
Tisoaka tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sexton sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tisoaka somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Tisoaka has managed to clinch.
#T1#
Tisoaka dodges an elbow strike from Sexton.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sexton creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sexton lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#TD2#
Tisoaka lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Tisoaka prevents Sexton from improving his position.
Sexton is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Tisoaka jumps into side control!
Sexton is trying to get back to half guard.
Sexton wants to control but Tisoaka postures up.#T2#
Sexton is looking for a sweep.
Tisoaka trying to control the action but Sexton is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sexton misses with a combination
#CL2#
and Tisoaka counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tisoaka. #T3##BC2#
Tisoaka breaks from the clinch.
A thudding body kick lands there by Sexton!
Sexton displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tisoaka.
Drew Sexton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
Tisoaka throws a right hand that Sexton ducks under and follows up with a left that Sexton also avoids with ease.
Sexton displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka shoots in looking for a takedown but Sexton manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tisoaka's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Tisoaka tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sexton manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tisoaka fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sexton swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tisoaka is breathing heavily.#T4#
Sexton misses the shot to the body.
Sexton digs a good body shot into Tisoaka's ribs.
Tisoaka fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tisoaka on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tisoaka wants to clinch.
Tisoaka misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sexton throws a leg kick but Tisoaka moved away.
Sexton circles away from the clinch attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Drew Sexton will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sexton takes a swing at Tisoaka's ribcage but misses.
Sexton connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tisoaka momentarily.
Drew Sexton is winning the standup battle so far.
Sexton misses with a low kick.
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but Sexton sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tisoaka shoots in for a double leg but Sexton sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sexton seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tisoaka misses with a head kick.
As Tisoaka tries to get set, Sexton tries to push him back and clinch up but Tisoaka manages to avoid the attempt.
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but Sexton sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Drew Sexton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sexton connects with a leg kick. Tisoaka looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Sexton misses with a double jab.
#CL2#
Sexton tries to keep at a distance but Tisoaka has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tisoaka drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sexton pulls his leg out and moves away.
Sexton is looking to wear down Tisoaka with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tisoaka is defended easily by Sexton.
Sexton tried to counter with a leg kick but Tisoaka avoided it.
Tisoaka takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sexton fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tisoaka.
Tisoaka doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Sexton.
Sexton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tisoaka can do to turn this around?
Tisoaka shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sexton pinned against the cage. Sexton gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Tisoaka fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sexton avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
That kick from Sexton tenderised Tisoaka's leg. Tisoaka is trying to keep his angry face on.
Katuro Tisoaka is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tisoaka misses with a wild body shot.
Sexton misses with a wild combination.
Sexton moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tisoaka pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sexton tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tisoaka manages to circle out of the way.#T3#
Sexton connects with a body shot.
Drew Sexton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tisoaka with a lazy takedown attempt
and Sexton counters with a straight right hand.
Sexton scores with a jab. Tisoaka acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tisoaka misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Sexton counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tisoaka misses with a takedown #CL#
and Sexton holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Sexton tries a body shot but Tisoaka blocks it.
Sexton lands an uppercut.
Tisoaka avoiding damage as Sexton throws knees to the body.
Sexton tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tisoaka avoids it.
Katuro Tisoaka has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sexton works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Sexton gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Tisoaka.
A short left from Sexton. #T4#
Sexton lands an uppercut.
Tisoaka wants a takedown but no success here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Sexton.
Sexton tries to throw a body punch but Tisoaka avoids it by throwing Sexton back against the cage.
Tisoaka is looking for a takedown.
Sexton tries to land knees in the clinch but Tisoaka avoids the damage to the body.
Sexton lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tisoaka drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sexton misses with a body punch.
Sexton lands with a right to the head.
Sexton missing with knees to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Drew Sexton showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sexton, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:26
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Drew Sexton!
Katuro Tisoaka was interviewed post fight and said 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
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Date: Aug 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Sexton tries a low kick but Tisoaka avoids it.
Sexton fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sexton on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Sexton lands a nice hook to Tisoaka's body. Tisoaka takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Drew Sexton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sexton looks to score with a jab to the body but Tisoaka is just out of range.
Sexton dips to his left and cracks Tisoaka with an uppercut!#CL#
Tisoaka moves into range and clinches up with Sexton.#TD#
Sexton is fighting off a takedown attempt but Tisoaka is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Sexton to the mat. Sexton regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Sexton looking for a sweep. Not yet Sexton, not yet.
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.
Tisoaka passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sexton is trying to control Tisoaka's posture but Tisoaka avoids it.
Tisoaka taking a breather here. #T1#
Sexton is looking for a sweep.
Tisoaka gets to mount! Sexton was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Sexton is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Poor strikes thrown by Tisoaka there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sexton is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sexton tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back!
Tisoaka doesn't have the hooks in and Sexton manages to turn into his guard.
Tisoaka is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Tisoaka seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Sexton is trying to maintain the position but Tisoaka is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Sexton keeping hold of Tisoaka's head, controlling as best he can.
Tisoaka takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Tisoaka has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sexton is trying to get back to full guard.
Sexton 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.
Sexton has his hands clasped together around Tisoaka's back. He's all about the action.
Tisoaka keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Sexton moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tisoaka connects with a leg kick. Sexton looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tisoaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sexton can do to turn this around?#TD#
Tisoaka closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Tisoaka working away.
Tisoaka 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 Sexton's shoulder. That is not cool.
Sexton is looking for a sweep.
Tisoaka working away.
Tisoaka wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sexton keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sexton looks to move to half guard but instead Tisoaka has passed into mount! Damn!#T1#
Sexton wants to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Sexton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sexton is trying to reverse the position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back - oops!#SUB#
Tisoaka is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Sexton defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
I really don't envy Sexton right now.
#T2#
Good control from Tisoaka.
Sexton tries to escape the position.
Tisoaka has good solid back control here.
Katuro Tisoaka overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sexton trying to control but not successfully. #T3#
Tisoaka trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
I really don't envy Sexton right now.
Tisoaka is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Sexton tries to break free.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tisoaka is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Sexton. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Sexton tries to break free.
Sexton is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sexton covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tisoaka tries to bum rush Sexton with a series of wild strikes but Sexton uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sexton misses with a wild body shot.
Tisoaka gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Sexton counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sexton napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Sexton is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sexton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Tisoaka off and has taken his back!
Tisoaka can't escape the position.
#T1#
Sexton controlling the position well here. Tisoaka rolled but Sexton kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Tisoaka is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Tisoaka is working hard here to advance position.
Sexton trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Tisoaka doesn't escape.
Tisoaka wants to escape the position.
Good control from Sexton.
Sexton trying to control.#T2#
Sexton is not going to allow Tisoaka to sit and survive in this position.
Sexton trying to control.
Sexton is hanging on to Tisoaka's back as he tries to escape.
Tisoaka breaks Sexton's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Drew Sexton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sexton wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tisoaka is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Katuro Tisoaka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sexton has his hands on Tisoaka's head, controlling the position.
Tisoaka trying to control the position from guard on top but Sexton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sexton throws a head kick that Tisoaka semi-blocks.
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sexton as he jumps to the side.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Drew Sexton.
I think Tisoaka has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Katuro Tisoaka!
Our winner, Katuro Tisoaka, 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 09, 2018 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Grena is defended easily by Tisoaka.
Tisoaka throws a head kick but Grena moves out of range.
Tisoaka definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Grena fails with an attempt to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Grena looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tisoaka lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CUT#
It looks like Umberto Grena has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grena is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Grena napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Grena is looking to regain half guard here but Tisoaka keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Grena is being controlled here.
Grena tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Tisoaka presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Tisoaka controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Grena is trying to stand but he's just given Tisoaka his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
What can Grena do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Grena trying to control the hands but Tisoaka breaks the grip.
Tisoaka 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.
Tisoaka controlling well, preventing Grena from escaping the position.
#T3#
Grena is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Grena looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Grena is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Grena trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Grena is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grena tries to escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Grena's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
Tisoaka looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Tisoaka perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tisoaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Grena can do to turn this around?
Grena wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has passed into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grena tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Tisoaka presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T1#
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Grena working to try and regain half guard.
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tisoaka working away from the top, dropping strikes.#T2#
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Grena wants to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Grena wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Tisoaka controlling the positon.
Katuro Tisoaka overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Tisoaka is hanging on to Grena's back as he tries to escape.
Tisoaka trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Grena doesn't escape.
Tisoaka'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.
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Grena for as long as he can get away with.
Tisoaka gets his hands free as Grena looks to control. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
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.
Tisoaka continues to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Grena's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
A head kick by Grena misses
and Tisoaka counters with a right hand to the body. #CL#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch.#BC#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Tisoaka gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Grena regains guard.
Tisoaka stands and throws Grena's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grena taking a bit of punishment here - Tisoaka scoring with strikes.
Tisoaka advances to mount.
Grena is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T1#
Tisoaka controlling from mount. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
More hug and hope from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Tisoaka controlling from the full mount.
Tisoaka has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Grena wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Grena is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
Katuro Tisoaka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Grena rolls, trying to escape but Tisoaka keeps control of the position.
Tisoaka 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.
Grena tries to escape the position.
Umberto Grena has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tisoaka has good solid back control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
This is a sustained period of stalling by Tisoaka.
And that's the end of the fight!
Katuro Tisoaka showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tisoaka has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:26
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:26
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Katuro Tisoaka!
An out of breath Katuro Tisoaka 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 22 (170lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Aug 03, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Marlo Stanfield (ranked 1924 p4p, 0 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 14216 p4p, 0 weight class). Tisoaka has chosen Festivo as his entrance music. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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; Marlo Stanfield! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 6 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Hirohito Nitta and Ren Mimura.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tisoaka clinches with his opponent.
Tisoaka is working for takedown but Stanfield is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tisoaka is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Stanfield gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Stanfield jumps into guard, dragging Tisoaka to the mat.
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Stanfield has control of Tisoaka's left arm, preventing Tisoaka from doing any damage.
Tisoaka not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stanfield 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 one minute gone in the round.
Stanfield 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.
Tisoaka 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.
Tisoaka stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Stanfield swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stanfield looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stanfield controlling the position.
Tisoaka won't allow Stanfield to sweep him here.
Stanfield has his hands on Tisoaka's head, controlling the position.
Stanfield wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
Stanfield pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage.
Stanfield trying to keep a closed guard but Tisoaka is proving a slippery customer.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stanfield seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Stanfield is keeping the position for now.
We've been informed that Tisoaka has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Stanfield holds on and takes a little breather.
Stanfield'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.
Tisoaka's corner is telling him to maintain position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka looking to pass the guard.
Stanfield looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Stanfield wants to sweep but no luck.
Stanfield is working hard here to advance position.
Stanfield seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Stanfield has control of Tisoaka's left arm, preventing Tisoaka from doing any damage.
Tisoaka tries to free his leg and advance position but Stanfield is retaining full guard.
Stanfield not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Stanfield holds on and takes a little breather.
Stanfield tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Stanfield trying to keep a closed guard but Tisoaka is proving a slippery customer.
Stanfield keeping full guard, as Tisoaka tries to pass.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Stanfield looking to control.
Stanfield being controlled here, momentarily.
Stanfield tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stanfield is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stanfield (2) vs (0) Tisoaka
Stanfield is pushing down on Tisoaka's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tisoaka is fighting to maintain full guard but Stanfield has managed to sneak the leg through.
Stanfield seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tisoaka does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tisoaka won't allow Stanfield to pass to mount.
Stanfield seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tisoaka does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Stanfield is pressing down on Tisoaka's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tisoaka is holding on for now.
Stanfield is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tisoaka defends it well.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is looking to improve his position.
Tisoaka is still trying to improve position.
Tisoaka wants to control but Stanfield is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tisoaka is not content to let Stanfield control the position.
Tisoaka is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tisoaka slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Stanfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tisoaka is keeping the position for now.
Stanfield postures up.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka keeping full guard, as Stanfield tries to pass.
Stanfield wants to control from the top but Tisoaka keeps moving.
Tisoaka looking to hit a scissor sweep but Stanfield is one step ahead there.
Tisoaka is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Stanfield defends well.
Stanfield wants to pass the guard but Tisoaka is keeping the position.
Stanfield controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tisoaka escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stanfield gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Stanfield controlling from the top position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tisoaka is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stanfield (2) vs (2) Tisoaka
Stanfield looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stanfield keeping full guard, as Tisoaka tries to pass.
Stanfield looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tisoaka is one step ahead there.
Stanfield is looking for a triangle but Tisoaka pushes his legs off easily.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Stanfield looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stanfield controls Tisoaka momentarily but Tisoaka frees himself.
Tisoaka is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Stanfield controls Tisoaka momentarily but Tisoaka frees himself.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Stanfield tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tisoaka wants to control from the top but Stanfield keeps moving.
Tisoaka stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Stanfield swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tisoaka not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tisoaka looking to pass the guard.
Stanfield looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tisoaka is one step ahead there.
Tisoaka engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Stanfield trying to keep a closed guard but Tisoaka is proving a slippery customer.
Stanfield lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stanfield (4) vs (2) Tisoaka
Stanfield wants to pass the guard but Tisoaka is keeping the position.
Tisoaka looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stanfield trying to control but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Stanfield stopping the sweep attempt from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tisoaka 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 can't keep his opponent in guard - Stanfield advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tisoaka makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tisoaka.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tisoaka holds on and takes a little breather.
Tisoaka looking for a sweep. Not yet Tisoaka, not yet.
Stanfield passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Stanfield (7) vs (2) Tisoaka
Stanfield is staying tight to Tisoaka's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Tisoaka regains half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is looking to control Stanfield's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tisoaka avoid being mounted?
Stanfield is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tisoaka is just riding it out for now. Stanfield eventually gives up the hold.
Tisoaka actively working from the bottom here.
Tisoaka is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Stanfield's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Stanfield's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Stanfield (7) vs (6) Tisoaka
Tisoaka is trying to stick to Stanfield's back but Stanfield is turning into Tisoaka. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Tisoaka's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Stanfield. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stanfield (9) vs (6) Tisoaka
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stanfield passes Tisoaka's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Stanfield tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tisoaka knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Stanfield frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Stanfield (12) vs (6) Tisoaka
And that's the end of the fight!
Stanfield takes the fight on points by 12 to 6.
Our winner, Marlo Stanfield, 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, Katuro Tisoaka stepped up to the mic, saying 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 22 (170lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 02, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 14212 p4p, 0 weight class) and Daniel Brown (ranked 4469 p4p, 0 weight class). Tisoaka's entrance music is Festivo. A fine choice. 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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 6 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Daniel Brown!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Hirohito Nitta.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tisoaka shoots for a double leg takedown but Brown sprawls well. He's pushed Tisoaka's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Brown has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tisoaka tightens his grip and picks Brown up, before dumping him to the ground. Brown manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (0) Brown
Brown is pulling down on Tisoaka's head. It's preventing any offense from Tisoaka, at least for the moment.
Tisoaka postures up.
Brown controlling Tisoaka's posture.
Tisoaka definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tisoaka showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Brown looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tisoaka passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (5) vs (0) Brown
Brown tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tisoaka wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tisoaka in side control, just content to control the action for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is looking to take a break and control but Brown is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tisoaka is really struggling to control Brown but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Brown seems a little lost for a moment, as Tisoaka dominates the positioning.
Brown is looking for a sweep.
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.
Tisoaka taking a breather here.
Brown wants to control the position but that's not easy when your opponent is in side control! Tisoaka seems to be going for some sort of submission here. Hard to say what - oh, it's a Brabo choke! He's got it! Brown is tapping! Wow, great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Brabo Choke). Katuro Tisoaka!
Katuro Tisoaka seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Daniel Brown spoke after the fight, saying 'XxX'. |
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Event:
ORC Submission Grappling 8
Date: Jun 29, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 14435 p4p, 661 weight class) and Mike Diaz (ranked 4622 p4p, 432 weight class). Tisoaka comes to the ring accompanied by Festivo. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 5 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Mike Diaz!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Radbod Blank and Saam Ante.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Diaz moves into the clinch.
Tisoaka goes for a takedown attempt but Diaz pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Diaz moves into the clinch.
Diaz is pressed up against the ropes. Tisoaka has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Diaz down to the mat. Diaz avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Tisoaka dives in and grabs Diaz's left leg, looking for a takedown. Diaz pushes down on Tisoaka's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Diaz with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tisoaka holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Diaz has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Tisoaka is trying to keep an underhook but Diaz manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (2) Diaz
Tisoaka is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz is keen to just control but Tisoaka is a slippery customer.
Diaz is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Diaz wants to free his trapped foot but Tisoaka is holding on for dear life with his legs.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Diaz is trying to control. Tisoaka wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
My spies in MM's inform me that Diaz has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tisoaka is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Diaz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tisoaka wants to get back to full guard.
Diaz trying to mount his opponent but Tisoaka defends it.
Diaz prevents Tisoaka from improving his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Diaz moves into full mount! Tisoaka won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (5) Diaz
Diaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tisoaka can't escape the position.
Diaz looking for a guillotine from mount but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Diaz trying to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Tisoaka is trying desperately to improve position.
Tisoaka tries to hold on but Diaz postures up.
Diaz tries to control but Tisoaka wriggling away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Diaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tisoaka is in all sorts of trouble here.
Diaz is looking to work his way around to Tisoaka's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Tisoaka has given up his back. Will we see Diaz going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (0) vs (8) Diaz
Diaz is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Tisoaka defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Diaz is trying to stick to Tisoaka's back but Tisoaka is turning into Diaz. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Diaz's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Tisoaka. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (8) Diaz
Diaz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tisoaka is one step ahead there.
Diaz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Diaz is keeping the position for now.
Diaz keeping moving, preventing Tisoaka from controlling successfully.
Tisoaka sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Diaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Diaz wants to sweep but no luck.
Diaz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (10) Diaz
Tisoaka is trying to control the position but Diaz postures up.
Diaz stays in close to Tisoaka's body and controls the position.
Tisoaka looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Diaz forces his way into half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Diaz trying to control the action but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Diaz passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (13) Diaz
Tisoaka keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Tisoaka is working hard here to advance position.
Tisoaka is controlling an arm, preventing Diaz from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Tisoaka is squirming around, avoiding Diaz's attempts to control the action.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Diaz takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (2) vs (16) Diaz
Tisoaka fending off the submission attempt from Diaz.
Tisoaka rolls, trying to escape but Diaz keeps control of the position.
Diaz looking to break Tisoaka's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Tisoaka remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Diaz will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Diaz is looking for the choke from the back position but Tisoaka is controlling his hands well.
Diaz is looking for the choke from the back position but Tisoaka is controlling his hands well.
Tisoaka is keeping busy.
Tisoaka controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tries to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Diaz is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Tisoaka knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Tisoaka for a finish.
Diaz controlling from the back.
Tisoaka tries to roll but Diaz sticks to his back.
Tisoaka is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Diaz gets his way!
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to control his opponent's hands but Diaz gets his hands free.
Tisoaka staying busy and making it hard for Diaz to control.
Tisoaka is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Diaz patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Diaz working for a choke but Tisoaka is defending well.
Diaz is looking for the choke from the back position but Tisoaka is controlling his hands well.
Diaz is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Tisoaka knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Tisoaka for a finish.
Tisoaka tries to escape the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Diaz trying to control momentarily.
Diaz doesn't have the hooks in and Tisoaka manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (4) vs (16) Diaz
Tisoaka wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving.
Diaz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Diaz keeping full guard, as Tisoaka tries to pass.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Diaz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Diaz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tisoaka is one step ahead there.
Diaz pulls Tisoaka in close to his closed guard and prevents Tisoaka from doing any damage or advancing position.
Diaz controls Tisoaka momentarily but Tisoaka frees himself.
Tisoaka stays in close to Diaz's body and controls the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Diaz is looking for a triangle here but Tisoaka uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (7) vs (16) Diaz
Tisoaka trying to control the action but Diaz is working from the bottom.
Diaz tries to improve position but can't.
Diaz is not content to let Tisoaka control the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Diaz wants to control but Tisoaka postures up.
Well,Tisoaka is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Diaz is looking for a sweep.
Diaz is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Diaz trying to control from the bottom.
Diaz regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from Diaz.
Tisoaka forces his way into half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Diaz looking for submissions off his back.
Tisoaka is trying to work for a kimura but Diaz is defending well.
Diaz wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka is thwarting Diaz's attempts to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diaz wins on points by 16 to 7.
Mike Diaz tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
The defeated Katuro Tisoaka had this to say: 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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Event:
ORC Submission Grappling 7
Date: Jun 22, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Shunsui Kyoraku (ranked 3455 p4p, 337 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 14449 p4p, 671 weight class). Tisoaka has chosen Festivo as his entrance music. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Katuro Tisoaka enters the ring!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Shunsui Kyoraku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Paul Aken, Nard Betker and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tisoaka will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kyoraku tries to counter with a takedown but Tisoaka is quick to defend against it.
Tisoaka fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tisoaka shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kyoraku is trying to defend but Tisoaka 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: Kyoraku (0) vs (2) Tisoaka
Kyoraku is refusing to be controlled, as Tisoaka sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kyoraku is controlling Tisoaka's trapped leg to prevent Tisoaka from advancing to side control.
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.
Tisoaka is pressing down on Kyoraku's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kyoraku is holding on for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tisoaka is trying to control. Kyoraku wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kyoraku trying to hold on to Tisoaka's head to control him but Tisoaka postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying to mount his opponent but Kyoraku defends it.
Tisoaka content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Let's hope that Tisoaka 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.
Kyoraku is looking to control Tisoaka's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kyoraku avoid being mounted?
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kyoraku slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Tisoaka postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying to control but Kyoraku is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Tisoaka not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kyoraku keeping moving, preventing Tisoaka from controlling successfully.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Tisoaka sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Kyoraku is pulling down on Tisoaka's head to control his posture.
Tisoaka trying to control but Kyoraku is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kyoraku is keeping the position for now.
Kyoraku seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Tisoaka is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying to control but Kyoraku is working from the bottom.
Kyoraku working a defensive guard but Tisoaka manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kyoraku (0) vs (5) Tisoaka
Kyoraku is not content to let Tisoaka control the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Kyoraku can't do much from the bottom here.
Kyoraku tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tisoaka wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is looking to take a break and control but Kyoraku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Kyoraku's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Kyoraku trying to remain calm as Tisoaka controls from the top position.
Tisoaka's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka is looking to take a break and control but Kyoraku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Kyoraku tries to buck Tisoaka off but Tisoaka is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Kyoraku's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Tisoaka just content to control the position.
Tisoaka tries to advance to mount but Kyoraku denies him.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Kyoraku is looking for a sweep.
Kyoraku is not content to let Tisoaka control the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka happy to just control the position for now.
Tisoaka tries for a kimura but Kyoraku is defending well.
Kyoraku regains half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is keen to just control but Kyoraku is a slippery customer.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tisoaka in particular looking to stall.
Tisoaka is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kyoraku defends it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka tries to pass to full mount but Kyoraku defends it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka wins on points by 5 to 0.
A victorious Katuro Tisoaka 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:
ORC Submission Grappling 4
Date: Jun 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Arvo Laar (ranked 4920 p4p, 466 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 14512 p4p, 674 weight class). Laar comes into the arena with some random 90's estonia dance song i found on youtube blaring out of the sound system. Tisoaka has chosen Festivo as his entrance music. Katuro Tisoaka acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Arvo Laar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 5 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Nard Betker and Albert Achterberg.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tisoaka shoots in looking for a takedown but Laar manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tisoaka's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Tisoaka has managed to clinch.
Tisoaka is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Laar pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Tisoaka has clasped his hands together around Laar's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Laar (0) vs (4) Tisoaka
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Tisoaka working away.
Laar's coaches at Xtreme Fighting Systems have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Laar looks to move to half guard but instead Tisoaka has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Laar (0) vs (6) Tisoaka
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Laar is looking to get to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka looking to control but Laar is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Laar tries to improve his position but Tisoaka has taken his back! Tisoaka has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Laar tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Tisoaka pushes Laar away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Katuro Tisoaka!
Katuro Tisoaka thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
ORC Submission Grappling 1
Date: May 18, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 14395 p4p, 693 weight class) and Santiago Gracie (ranked 5402 p4p, 519 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Tisoaka might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Festivo. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Santiago Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Daniel Blasius and Nard Betker.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tisoaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Tisoaka has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Gracie regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie is controlling Tisoaka's posture.
Gracie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tisoaka defends well.
Tisoaka passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but Gracie defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gracie trying to control from the bottom.
Gracie keeping control of the position.
Gracie wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
Tisoaka is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gracie wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie trying to get back to full guard but Tisoaka takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (5) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie is working to get back to half guard.
Gracie tries to hold on but Tisoaka postures up.
Gracie reaches up to try and control the position but Tisoaka seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Gracie rolls and tries to escape and now Tisoaka has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (8) vs (0) Gracie
Tisoaka gets his hands free as Gracie looks to control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Gracie right now.
Tisoaka struggling to keep hold of the position.
Gracie tries to escape but Tisoaka has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Gracie trying to control the action but Tisoaka just sinks the hooks in.
Gracie wants to escape the position.
Gracie looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Tisoaka is trying to stick to Gracie's back but Gracie is turning into Tisoaka. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Tisoaka's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Gracie. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (8) vs (2) Gracie
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tisoaka is trying to hold Gracie in close to prevent damage but Gracie has managed to pass into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka is trying to control but can't.
Gracie trying to mount his opponent but Tisoaka defends it.
Gracie trying to control the action but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Gracie manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (8) vs (5) Gracie
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gracie can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tisoaka is looking to escape.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Tisoaka can't escape the position.
Gracie controlling the position easily from mount.
Tisoaka slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tisoaka wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
Gracie is trying to control. Tisoaka wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tisoaka keeps working.
Gracie trying to control the pace.
Gracie frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (8) vs (8) Gracie
Tisoaka really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gracie wants to take Tisoaka's back here but Tisoaka is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gracie tries to control but Tisoaka wriggling away.
Tisoaka is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie wants to take Tisoaka's back but he can't do it this time.
Tisoaka tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Tisoaka is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
Gracie wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Tisoaka tries to reverse the position but Gracie maintains control.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is working hard here to advance position.
Gracie is looking to work his way around to Tisoaka's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Tisoaka is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
Gracie with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Tisoaka is looking to improve his position but Gracie isn't that keen on the idea.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Gracie working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Gracie looking to control but Tisoaka is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie 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.
Tisoaka tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gracie is stalling here but it's allowed Tisoaka to get half guard.
Tisoaka tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg.
Gracie is trying to control. Tisoaka wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tisoaka is trying to control but Gracie manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (8) vs (11) Gracie
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tisoaka working to try and regain half guard.
Tisoaka gets back to half guard.
Gracie seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Tisoaka won't allow Gracie to pass to mount.
Tisoaka is trying is best to control the position here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tisoaka manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka controls Gracie momentarily but Gracie frees himself.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Gracie has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (8) vs (14) Gracie
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Tisoaka is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tisoaka is looking to reverse the position.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tisoaka keeps working.
Tisoaka wants to control but Gracie postures up.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is not content to let Gracie control the position.
Gracie working away.
Gracie trying to control the position but Tisoaka is working away.
Gracie moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka can't do much from the bottom here.
Gracie is staying tight to Tisoaka's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tisoaka keeps working.
Gracie 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 Tisoaka's shoulder. That is not cool.
Tisoaka tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie working away.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (10) vs (14) Gracie
Gracie trying to control from the bottom.
Gracie wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
Gracie works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Gracie pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie wins on points by 14 to 10.
A very excited looking Santiago Gracie 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.
Katuro Tisoaka spoke after the fight, saying 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Tisoaka misses with a takedown attempt - West sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
West appears to be looking for a big counter.
West fails to land with a series of punches.
Tisoaka shoots in and drives through. West sprawls well.
A head kick misses from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Tisoaka with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling West to score with a decent uppercut.
West throws a series of punches but Tisoaka moves out of range.
West lands with a kick to the temple. Tisoaka shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
West takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CUT2#
It looks like Andrew West has been cut.#CL#
West clinches up with Tisoaka and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
West manages to break the clinch.
Tisoaka shoots in but West avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Andrew West has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tisoaka tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
West connects with a right hand. Tisoaka shakes it off.
Tisoaka looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1#
Tisoaka throws a head kick that misses.
Tisoaka wants to clinch.
West fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tisoaka now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
West fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL2#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch successfully.
Tisoaka scores with a hook to the body.
Tisoaka goes for a takedown in the clinch but West prevents it.
West gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Tisoaka.
Our sources have told us that West has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Tisoaka stalls.
Tisoaka is looking to control West's arms but West gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tisoaka has his back to the cage. #T2#
West gets underhooks to prevent Tisoaka's takedown attempt.
Tisoaka blocks a punch to the side of the head.
West avoiding damage as Tisoaka throws knees to the body.
West looks to throw an elbow but misses.
West pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Tisoaka tries to score a body lock takedown but West shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tisoaka is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tisoaka wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but West has him pressed against the cage.
Tisoaka is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but West is defending well.
Tisoaka with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tisoaka can't get the takedown.
West looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A head punch on the inside from West fails to land.
Tisoaka blocks the elbow strike.
West creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T3#
West stops a takedown attempt from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka using the Thai plumb to throw knees but West has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Tisoaka is looking for a takedown up against the cage. West gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A nice glancing elbow lands by West.
The referee calls for West to work.
Tisoaka is looking to take this one to the mat.
Tisoaka blocks an elbow strike.#BC2#
Tisoaka pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tisoaka slips a jab and a cross from West.
Tisoaka shoots in but West avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tisoaka tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Andrew West is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
West thuds his shin into the meat of Tisoaka's side.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tisoaka looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A nice combination there by West.
#T4#
Tisoaka scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
West takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Tisoaka throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
West rushes Tisoaka and presses him up against the cage.
Tisoaka misses with an elbow over the top.
West pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Tisoaka has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. West avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
West stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tisoaka is looking to take this one to the mat.
West lands a left hand.
Tisoaka is looking for a takedown up against the cage. West gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Tisoaka is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tisoaka blocks an elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrew West dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Andrew West's cut.
That's time! West's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Danga de danga de dang - West scores with a four punch combination!
West connects with a solid leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tisoaka looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
West clinches up against the cage.
West is stalling here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
West looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Tisoaka avoiding damage as West throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Tisoaka gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
West is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tisoaka's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tisoaka's back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
West is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Tisoaka has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Tisoaka tries to escape but West has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T1#
West misses with punches from the back.
West will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Tisoaka is in bad spot here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
West is landing with strikes. Tisoaka can't take much more of this.#SUB#
Tisoaka showing good submission defense here.
West keeps control of the position as Tisoaka tries to break free.
#SUB#
West looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Tisoaka is controlling West 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
West 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.
West wants to get back to his feet but Tisoaka is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
West wants to sweep but no luck.
West trying to control the position.
Tisoaka 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. #T3#
West is adopting a defensive guard.
West is trying to control the position but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Tisoaka is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
West looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
West is working hard here to advance position.
West controlling Tisoaka's posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says West as he avoids it easily.
Tisoaka swats away the attempt to clinch by West.
West buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
West throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tisoaka counters with a series of strikes. West will be more careful next time no doubt.
Andrew West is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
West clinches up with Tisoaka and pushes him back against the cage.
Tisoaka has West pushed against the cage.
West misses with the head strike.
Tisoaka blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tisoaka drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tisoaka blocks an elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrew West dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Andrew West's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
West looks to land a combination but Tisoaka avoids it well. #CL2#
Tisoaka clinches up against the cage.
Tisoaka is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but West manages to get underhooks.
West throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tisoakas head.
West lands with a left to the head.
Tisoaka has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. West avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Andrew West has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
Tisoaka wants a takedown but no success here.
West tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tisoaka avoids it.
West gets underhooks to prevent Tisoaka's takedown attempt.
West tries to throw a body punch but Tisoaka avoids it by throwing West back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka lands a left hand that snaps the head of West backwards. #BC#
West breaks the clinch.
West throws a one two combo.
West takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
West throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
West stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and West wants it to stay on the feet.
Tisoaka takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
West drives through and clinches with Tisoaka against the cage.
West scores with a shot to the side of Tisoaka's head.
West stops a takedown attempt from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but West manages to get underhooks.
Tisoaka looking to slow down the pace here.
West lands an uppercut.
West lands a damaging elbow. #ROC#
Tisoaka is rocked!
A quick uppercut on the inside from West.
Tisoaka is still on wobbly legs! Can West finish him?#BC#
West breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
West throws a perfectly timed hook that sends Tisoaka crashing down! Tisoaka tries to stagger back to his feet but West just hammers him until the ref stops the fight! A confused Tisoaka asks the ref what just happened. Poor fella.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andrew West!
In his post fight interview, Andrew West started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Katuro Tisoaka spoke after the fight, saying 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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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 Kostas Mytilinaios (ranked 785 p4p, 115 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 8410 p4p, 611 weight class). Mytilinaios kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Sanitarium. The crowd seem to be enjoying Tisoaka's choice of entrance music: Festivo. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Kostas Mytilinaios! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 3 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Steve Erwin, John Mangel and Ben Watson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mytilinaios throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tisoaka was covering up waiting for the punch and Mytilinaios finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mytilinaios (2) vs (0) Tisoaka
Mytilinaios won't allow Tisoaka to sweep him here.
Mytilinaios sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Tisoaka working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mytilinaios 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.
Tisoaka is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tisoaka looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mytilinaios is stalling in the full guard.
Tisoaka is trying to control the position but Mytilinaios postures up.
Tisoaka wants to sweep but no luck.
Mytilinaios trying to control but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mytilinaios controls the pace.
Tisoaka seems keen to control Mytilinaios's posture.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mytilinaios looking to pass the guard.
Mytilinaios is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tisoaka is trying to control the position but Mytilinaios postures up.
Tisoaka wants to hit a switch here but Mytilinaios passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Tisoaka there! Score +3 for passing guard: Mytilinaios (5) vs (0) Tisoaka
Mytilinaios fails to take his opponent's back.
Mytilinaios trying to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka has given up his back here. Will Mytilinaios look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Mytilinaios (8) vs (0) Tisoaka
Mytilinaios tries to keep control of the position but Tisoaka is staying busy.
Mytilinaios is working for a rear naked choke. Tisoaka is not defending it well and Mytilinaios has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Tisoaka refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Tisoaka's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kostas Mytilinaios!
A relieved looking Kostas Mytilinaios thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Katuro Tisoaka had this to say: 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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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 Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 8378 p4p, 616 weight class) and Tyler Antonew (ranked 18163 p4p, 0 weight class). Tisoaka comes to the cage accompanied by Festivo. Katuro Tisoaka had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tyler Antonew!
The judges for this bout are Summer Carpenter, Francis DeMontford and Bruno Hogan.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tisoaka fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Antonew avoids it really well and circles away.
Tisoaka shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Antonew manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (0) Antonew
Antonew is trying to control the position but Tisoaka postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka controlling from the top position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Antonew pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage.
Antonew keeping full guard, as Tisoaka tries to pass.
Antonew 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.
Antonew is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Antonew lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (2) Antonew
Tisoaka manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Antonew manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (4) vs (2) Antonew
Tisoaka stands and throws Antonew's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (7) vs (2) Antonew
Tisoaka working away.
Antonew is looking to regain half guard here but Tisoaka keeps moving and retains side control.
Tisoaka taking a breather here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tries for a kimura but Antonew is defending well.
Antonew can't do much from the bottom here.
Antonew is looking for a sweep.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Antonew is trying to control Tisoaka's posture but Tisoaka avoids it.
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.
Antonew tries to improve position but can't.
Tisoaka staying calm.
Antonew is trying to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling from side mount.
Antonew is trying to work for a sweep but Tisoaka has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (9) vs (2) Antonew
Tisoaka prevents Antonew from getting the reversal.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Antonew is working to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Tisoaka has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Antonew for as long as he can get away with.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Tisoaka.
Tisoaka'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.
Tisoaka fails to take his opponent's back.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Antonew keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Antonew is trying to escape the mount.
Tisoaka controlling from mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (12) vs (2) Antonew
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Tisoaka doesn't have the hooks in and Antonew manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (12) vs (4) Antonew
Tisoaka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Antonew's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (14) vs (4) Antonew
Tisoaka is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Further stalling from Tisoaka.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from Antonew.
Tisoaka passes Antonew's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Antonew tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Tisoaka has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (17) vs (4) Antonew
Tisoaka mounts Antonew! Really nice guard pass there!
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Antonew prevents Tisoaka from taking his back.
Antonew is working to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tisoaka looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Antonew wants to hold on but Tisoaka pushes him away.
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Antonew is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling the position easily from mount.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Tisoaka is stinking the place up with his stalling.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Antonew working to try and regain half guard.
Tisoaka avoids the attempt from Antonew to control.
Antonew is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Tisoaka is staying active.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 17 to 4.
A victorious Katuro Tisoaka 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:
EMP 6
Date: Mar 10, 2018 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Abdul The Refugee (ranked 7417 p4p, 655 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 7972 p4p, 679 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 welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Abdul The Refugee! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 3 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Paul Tew and James Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
The Refugee darts in and clinches Tisoaka up against the cage.
The Refugee prevents the takedown attempt.
Tisoaka has dropped down and is working for a takedown. The Refugee is trying to keep an underhook but Tisoaka manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: The Refugee (0) vs (2) Tisoaka
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but The Refugee defending well.
The Refugee is doing well to control the position and prevent Tisoaka from advancing to side control.
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but The Refugee defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Refugee wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
Tisoaka uses his free foot to push down on The Refugee's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for The Refugee. Score +3 for passing guard: The Refugee (0) vs (5) Tisoaka
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The Refugee is trying desperately to improve position.
Tisoaka looking to take The Refugee's back but The Refugee rolls and after a scramble, The Refugee ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from The Refugee to escape a tricky position. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: The Refugee (2) vs (5) Tisoaka
Tisoaka manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. The Refugee manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: The Refugee (2) vs (7) Tisoaka
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The Refugee controlling the position.
Tisoaka wants to control from the top but The Refugee keeps moving.
Tisoaka looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The Refugee can't keep his opponent in guard - Tisoaka advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The Refugee is doing well to control the position and prevent Tisoaka from advancing to side control.
Still in half guard, Tisoaka seems content to control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The Refugee trying to control from the bottom.
The Refugee keeping hold of Tisoaka's head, controlling as best he can.
Tisoaka trying to advance position but The Refugee counters by regaining guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
The Refugee controls Tisoaka momentarily but Tisoaka frees himself.
The Refugee pulls Tisoaka in close to his closed guard and prevents Tisoaka from doing any damage or advancing position.
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Refugee is keeping the position for now.
The Refugee trying to keep a closed guard but Tisoaka is proving a slippery customer.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka slips nicely into half guard.
Tisoaka takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The Refugee is trying to maintain the position but Tisoaka is very close to passing his half guard.
The Refugee tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
It looks like Tisoaka 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 eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka moves into full mount! The Refugee won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: The Refugee (2) vs (10) Tisoaka
Tisoaka sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The Refugee is looking to improve his position but Tisoaka isn't that keen on the idea.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The Refugee is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
The Refugee looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: The Refugee (2) vs (13) Tisoaka
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.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
The Refugee is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling the position well here. The Refugee rolled but Tisoaka kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
I really don't envy The Refugee right now.
Tisoaka is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Tisoaka 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.
Tisoaka not allowing The Refugee to control his hands.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of The Refugee's body.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Tisoaka struggling to keep hold of the position.
I would not like to be The Refugee right now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka gets his hands free as The Refugee looks to control.
The Refugee is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Tisoaka doesn't have the hooks in and The Refugee manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: The Refugee (4) vs (13) Tisoaka
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka has The Refugee pulled in close to control his posture.
The Refugee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka wins on points by 13 to 4.
A relieved looking Katuro Tisoaka 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 20 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Feb 20, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 7569 p4p, 675 weight class) and Temujin Lee (ranked 2018 p4p, 253 weight class). Tisoaka comes to the cage accompanied by Festivo. 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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Temujin Lee!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Paul Tew and Colin Fotheringham.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tisoaka fails with a takedown attempt.
Tisoaka gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (2) Lee
Lee stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tisoaka swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tisoaka is adopting a defensive guard.
Lee won't allow Tisoaka to sweep him here.
Tisoaka 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee looking to pass the guard.
Tisoaka is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka managing to control the position.
Lee controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tisoaka working a defensive guard here.
Tisoaka wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Lee is now in half guard.
Lee is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka is working hard here to advance position.
Lee is thwarting Tisoaka's attempts to control the position.
Lee trying to mount his opponent but Tisoaka defends it.
Tisoaka wants to get back to full guard but Lee has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (5) Lee
Lee controlling from mount.
Tisoaka manages to regain half guard. Good work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to get back to full guard.
Lee is pressing down on Tisoaka's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tisoaka is holding on for now.
Tisoaka is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lee's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lee's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Tisoaka (4) vs (5) Lee
Lee tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Tisoaka is not going to allow Lee to sit and survive in this position.
Lee tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Tisoaka avoiding Lee 's attempts to control his hands.
Tisoaka biding his time, controlling Lee.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lee is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Tisoaka controls the position.
Lee trying to control but not successfully.
Tisoaka biding his time, controlling Lee.
Lee trying to control but not successfully.
Lee 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.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Lee is really stuck here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lee keeps trying to improve his position.
Lee trying to control the action but Tisoaka just sinks the hooks in.
Lee can't escape the position.
Tisoaka really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Lee.
Tisoaka not allowing Lee to control his hands.
Lee can't escape the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Lee tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Tisoaka content just to control the position here.
Lee is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lee tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (7) vs (5) Lee
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lee trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Tisoaka tries to keep control of the position but Lee is staying busy.
Lee is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Lee is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
What can Lee do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Lee tries to break free.
Lee rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Lee trying to control from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lee manages to get to full guard.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Lee working a defensive guard but Tisoaka passes into half guard.
Lee trying to hold on to Tisoaka's head to control him but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lee tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
Lee is still trying to improve position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lee manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lee working a defensive guard here.
Lee wants to sweep but no luck.
Lee has his hands on Tisoaka's head, controlling the position.
Lee tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lee is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Lee pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage.
Lee 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.
Lee pulls Tisoaka in close to his closed guard and prevents Tisoaka from doing any damage or advancing position.
Tisoaka looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka postures up.
Lee is pulling down on Tisoaka's head to control his posture.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Lee tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tisoaka wants to pass the guard but Lee is keeping the position.
Tisoaka controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lee seems keen to control Tisoaka's posture.
Lee controls Tisoaka momentarily but Tisoaka frees himself.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Lee is pulling down on Tisoaka's head to control his posture.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Lee wants to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has moved into half guard.
Tisoaka is pressing down on Lee's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lee is holding on for now.
Lee is trying to maintain the position but Tisoaka is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lee is positioning himself well to prevent Tisoaka advancing to mount.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Lee is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tisoaka's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tisoaka's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Tisoaka (7) vs (9) Lee
Lee keeps control of the position as Tisoaka tries to break free.
I would not like to be Tisoaka right now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka wants to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lee wins on points by 9 to 7.
Katuro Tisoaka was interviewed post fight and said 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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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 Bjj Steel (ranked 9354 p4p, 0 weight class) and Katuro Tisoaka (ranked 7127 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Tisoaka's choice of entrance music: Festivo. 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 Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Bjj Steel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Shirou Masuda.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tisoaka has Steel up against the cage in a clinch.
Tisoaka prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tisoaka gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel (0) vs (2) Tisoaka
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!
Steel is trying to control the position but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka won't allow Steel to sweep him here.
Tisoaka controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Tisoaka stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Steel is trying to control the position but Tisoaka postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tisoaka postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Tisoaka must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Tisoaka looking to pass the guard.
Tisoaka 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.
Tisoaka advances to half guard.
Tisoaka controlling the action here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel trying to control here.
Tisoaka performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Steel wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
Steel wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
Tisoaka tries to pass the half guard into mount. Steel knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Steel gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel working a defensive guard here.
Steel controlling Tisoaka's posture.
Tisoaka sitting in guard, not really doing much.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tisoaka keeps trying to improve his position.
Steel bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tisoaka's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel (2) vs (2) Tisoaka
That's six minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tisoaka is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Steel is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tisoaka not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel wants to control from the top but Tisoaka keeps moving.
Tisoaka looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tisoaka 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: Steel (2) vs (4) Tisoaka
Steel wants to get back to full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling the pace.
Steel is looking to control Tisoaka's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Steel avoid being mounted?
Tisoaka is looking to advance position but Steel won't allow it.
Tisoaka content to control rather than advance.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to pass to mount but Steel is defending the position.
Steel trying to control here.
Tisoaka trying to control the pace.
Steel tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Steel is just riding it out for now. Tisoaka eventually gives up the hold.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tisoaka in particular looking to stall.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
It looks like Tisoaka 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 eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel keeping hold of Tisoaka's head, controlling as best he can.
Tisoaka wants to pass the guard but Steel is defending well.
Steel wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
Steel wants to get back to full guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka content to control rather than advance.
Steel wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
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.
Tisoaka seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Tisoaka passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Steel! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel (2) vs (7) Tisoaka
Tisoaka wants to take his opponent's back but Steel doesn't allow it.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel working to try and regain half guard.
Steel is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Tisoaka controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka wins on points by 7 to 2.
Katuro Tisoaka made sure to mention his sponsor, Quick & Easy Laundry in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
AKE OME 2018 !!!
Date: Dec 31, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches.
VaraKolaudov taking a breather.
VaraKolaudov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#TD#
Tisoaka has VaraKolaudov pressed up against the ropes. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Tisoaka pulls back from the ropes and twists to the side, sending VaraKolaudov tumbling to the mat - Tisoaka dives into VaraKolaudov's guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
VaraKolaudov is wriggling around but Tisoaka manages to pass to half guard.
VaraKolaudov is looking to get back to is feet but Tisoaka passes into side control.
VaraKolaudov wants to get back to his feet but Tisoaka is dominant here and he's now got VaraKolaudov's back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
VaraKolaudov is trying to get back to his feet but Tisoaka has full control of the position and if anything, VaraKolaudov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Tisoaka has good solid back control here. #T1##ES2#
VaraKolaudov is trying to shake Tisoaka off. He's managed it and has hopped back to his feet! Tisoaka won't be happy about giving up the dominant position.#CL#
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches.
VaraKolaudov stalling against the ropes.
#TD#
Tisoaka wants the takedown. VaraKolaudov is fighting it off but Tisoaka persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in VaraKolaudov's guard against the ropes.
VaraKolaudov wants to stand up but Tisoaka is controlling him. #T2#
VaraKolaudov keeping full guard, as Tisoaka tries to pass.
VaraKolaudov is looking to stand back up but Tisoaka counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by VaraKolaudov.
Tisoaka is trying to control. VaraKolaudov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tisoaka is looking to advance position but VaraKolaudov won't allow it.
VaraKolaudov wants to get back to his feet.
VaraKolaudov is refusing to be controlled, as Tisoaka sits in half guard.
Tisoaka stops VaraKolaudov from getting back to his feet.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Mawzer VaraKolaudov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Tisoaka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD#
VaraKolaudov tries to sprawl but Tisoaka drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Tisoaka wants to take a breather but VaraKolaudov is having none of it.
VaraKolaudov is looking to escape.
VaraKolaudov pushes Tisoaka off but Tisoaka dives into side control.
VaraKolaudov is trying to buck Tisoaka off.#T4#
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Tisoaka is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt VaraKolaudov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
VaraKolaudov blocks a head kick by Tisoaka.
VaraKolaudov is looking for the big counter here.
Tisoaka tries a head kick but it misses.
As Tisoaka backs off VaraKolaudov throws a huge counter combo but Tisoaka manages to avoid it all.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Tisoaka drives through with a takedown into guard.
Tisoaka looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
Tisoaka 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.
VaraKolaudov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Tisoaka dives into side control.
#REVB##ES2#
VaraKolaudov throws Tisoaka to one side and escapes!#TD#
Tisoaka gets the takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
VaraKolaudov is pushing Tisoaka's head away, looking to escape. Tisoaka manages to hold on to the position though.#T1#
Tisoaka works to advance to full mount. VaraKolaudov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
VaraKolaudov is trying to stand up.
Tisoaka working the ground and pound effectively.
VaraKolaudov tries to buck Tisoaka off but he can't manage it.
Tisoaka tries to control but VaraKolaudov wriggling away. #T2#
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Katuro Tisoaka overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tisoaka tries to control but VaraKolaudov wriggling away.
VaraKolaudov tries to buck Tisoaka off but Tisoaka takes his back!
VaraKolaudov is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Tisoaka off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
VaraKolaudov is trying to stand back up.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
VaraKolaudov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
VaraKolaudov is trying to stand back up. #ES2#
VaraKolaudov is trying to shake Tisoaka off. He's managed it and has hopped back to his feet! Tisoaka won't be happy about giving up the dominant position.#TD#
Tisoaka 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.#T4#
Tisoaka is stalling in the full guard.
Tisoaka passes VaraKolaudov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Tisoaka stops VaraKolaudov from getting back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
VaraKolaudov wants to stand back up but Tisoaka manages to pass into side control.
A lull in the action here as Tisoaka stalls from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD#
Tisoaka drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Tisoaka wants to lay and pray for a moment but VaraKolaudov keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
VaraKolaudov pushes Tisoaka away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Tisoaka gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
VaraKolaudov is not content to let Tisoaka control the position.
VaraKolaudov is trying to get back to his feet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Tisoaka taking a breather here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tisoaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that VaraKolaudov can do to turn this around?#TD#
Tisoaka changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. VaraKolaudov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T2#
VaraKolaudov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Tisoaka is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
VaraKolaudov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
VaraKolaudov tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Tisoaka controlling the positon.#T3#
Tisoaka'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.#SUB#
Tisoaka patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Tisoaka's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Katuro Tisoaka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
VaraKolaudov trying to get back to his feet but Tisoaka is in full control for now.
Mawzer VaraKolaudov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tisoaka trying to control momentarily.
VaraKolaudov wants to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Katuro Tisoaka showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tisoaka has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight for Katuro Tisoaka!
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight for Katuro Tisoaka!
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight for Katuro Tisoaka!
Katuro Tisoaka wins by unanimous decision!
Katuro Tisoaka managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Quick & Easy Laundry, into his post fight interview.
The defeated Mawzer VaraKolaudov had this to say: 'Wasn't my destiny to win I had fun regardless its about the journey my friends'.
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Event:
CATCH!!!-KO5-
Date: Dec 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Tisoaka misses with a head kick.
As Tisoaka backs off Manjuelez throws a huge counter combo but Tisoaka manages to avoid it all.
Tisoaka throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Tisoaka will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Manjuelez throws a sloppy head kick and Tisoaka moves out of range easily. #CL#
Tisoaka has Manjuelez up against the ropes in a clinch.
Manjuelez is trying to push Tisoaka away but Tisoaka has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Manjuelez tries to circle away but Tisoaka has him pinned against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Tisoaka escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've been hearing reports that Tisoaka has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#CL#
Tisoaka gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tisoaka throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Manjuelez blocks it with crossed arms.
Stalling in the clinch from Tisoaka.
Manjuelez tries to circle away but Tisoaka has him pinned against the ropes.#T1##BC#
Tisoaka pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Tisoaka forces Manjuelez back against the ropes and clinches.#BC2#
Manjuelez breaks the clinch.
Katuro Tisoaka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Tisoaka closes the distance and pushes Manjuelez back into the ropes.#BC#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up but Manjuelez swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tisoaka sets himself, and Manjuelez steps forward looking for the clinch! Tisoaka avoids it this time.
Tisoaka moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tisoaka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tisoaka lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tisoaka tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Manjuelez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tisoaka cracks Manjuelez with a good jab.#CL#
Tisoaka pushes Manjuelez up against the ropes in a clinch.
Manjuelez tries to circle away but Tisoaka has him pinned against the ropes.#T2#
Manjuelez wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tisoaka scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Tisoaka breaks from the clinch.
Manjuelez attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Manjuelez tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL#
Tisoaka fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Manjuelez, pushing him back against the ropes.
Manjuelez wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tisoaka keeps control of Manjuelez as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Manjuelez can't break the clinch.
#BC2#
Manjuelez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Manjuelez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tisoaka throws a right and a left that Manjuelez avoids nicely.
Manjuelez only half commits to the counter leg kick.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T3##BC#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Manjuelez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka throws the left hand but Manjuelez avoids the punch easily.
Tisoaka throws a combination. Manjuelez tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT#
It looks like Pablo Manjuelez has been cut.#CL#
Tisoaka rushes Manjuelez and presses him up against the ropes.
Tisoaka will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Manjuelez up against the ropes.
Manjuelez tries to break free but Tisoaka pushes him back against the ropes.#BC#
Tisoaka's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Tisoaka closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #T4#
Tisoaka trying to land knees to the body.
Manjuelez being controlled against the ropes.#BC#
Tisoaka pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tisoaka throws a head kick that misses.
Manjuelez throws a sloppy head kick and Tisoaka moves out of range easily.
Tisoaka appears to be looking for a big counter.
Manjuelez misses with a leg kick.
Tisoaka is looking to clinch but Manjuelez is avoiding it.
#CL#
Tisoaka clinches up with Manjuelez and pushes him back against the ropes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up but Manjuelez swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tisoaka just misses with a punch to the body.
Tisoaka sets himself, and Manjuelez steps forward looking for the clinch! Tisoaka avoids it this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Pablo Manjuelez's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Tisoaka is looking to clinch.
Manjuelez is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Manjuelez avoids a punch combination nicely.
Manjuelez wants to counter the offense by Tisoaka and move into the clinch position.
Manjuelez checks a leg kick nicely.
Tisoaka tests Manjuelez's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Manjuelez misses with a head kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tisoaka looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Manjuelez paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Manjuelez moves out of range of the body kick from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch but Manjuelez swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tisoaka takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T1#
Manjuelez throws out a leg kick but Tisoaka moves out of range and Manjuelez only half commits.
Tisoaka lands with a nice body kick.
Tisoaka throws a body punch but Manjuelez moves out of range.
Manjuelez misses with a two punch combination.
#CL#
Tisoaka takes the fight into the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Manjuelez's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC#
Tisoaka breaks from the clinch.
Tisoaka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Manjuelez is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tisoaka with a body shot.
Manjuelez keeps the fight on the outside.
Tisoaka looks to score with a jab to the body but Manjuelez is just out of range.
Despite the aggression on Manjuelez's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T2#
Manjuelez misses with a wild body shot.
Tisoaka tries a head kick but it misses.
Manjuelez looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Tisoaka drives through and clinches with Manjuelez against the ropes.
Katuro Tisoaka has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Tisoaka's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tisoaka tries to clinch up but Manjuelez circles away and keeps his distance.
Tisoaka avoids the head kick by Manjuelez.
Manjuelez keeps the fight on the outside.
Manjuelez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tisoaka misses with a body punch
and Manjuelez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tisoaka thinking.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head kick misses from Tisoaka.
Manjuelez takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Manjuelez fails to land with a series of punches.
Manjuelez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Manjuelez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Manjuelez circles away from the clinch attempt.
A nice combination there by Tisoaka.
Tisoaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Manjuelez can do to turn this around?#CL#
Tisoaka clinches up with Manjuelez and pushes him back against the ropes.
Tisoaka tries to throw a body punch but Manjuelez avoids it by throwing Tisoaka back against the ropes.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka trying to stall but Manjuelez improves his position.
Manjuelez looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Tisoaka's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Katuro Tisoaka is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tisoaka scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
An inside leg kick lands from Tisoaka.
Manjuelez moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tisoaka connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Tisoaka forces Manjuelez back against the ropes and clinches.
Manjuelez wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tisoaka tries to stall but Manjuelez uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Manjuelez looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Tisoaka breaks from the clinch.
Tisoaka swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Manjuelez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Tisoaka moves into range and clinches up with Manjuelez.
Tisoaka keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Manjuelez's efforts to push away.#BC#
Tisoaka's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Pablo Manjuelez's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Tisoaka pivots, looking for a leg kick but Manjuelez is out of range and Tisoaka settles back down. #CL#
Tisoaka has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tisoaka prevents Manjuelez from breaking the clinch.
Tisoaka taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#BC#
Tisoaka pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Tisoaka clinches up with Manjuelez and pushes him back against the ropes.
Manjuelez tries to break the clinch but Tisoaka is controlling the position.
Tisoaka lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Manjuelez backwards. #BC#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Manjuelez throws a sloppy head kick and Tisoaka moves out of range easily.
Tisoaka throws a counter high kick but Manjuelez was just alert enough to avoid it.#CL#
Tisoaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Tisoaka stalling in the clinch but Manjuelez improves position. #T1##BC#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch.
Manjuelez throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Manjuelez circles away from the clinch attempt.
Manjuelez is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Manjuelez misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
As Manjuelez looks to move away, Tisoaka throws a big counter combo but Manjuelez just gets out of the way.
Manjuelez blocks a head kick by Tisoaka.
Tisoaka connects with a leg kick. Manjuelez looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but Manjuelez is having none of it. #KD#
Tisoaka looks low and kicks high, catching Manjuelez right on the side of the head, sending him crashing to the canvas! Will he be able to beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's already back to his feet and ready to go! Let's see if he's still with it!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tisoaka wants to clinch but Manjuelez slips to the side
and Manjuelez counters with a left and a right that stings Tisoaka.
Manjuelez falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tisoaka counters with a lead uppercut that lands right on the button! Manjuelez goes down! Will Manjuelez beat the count? 3,4,5,6,7,8... he's not going to make it! 9,10! He's out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Katuro Tisoaka!
An out of breath and clearly excited Katuro Tisoaka thanked Quick & Easy Laundry for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 23, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
McRae fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tisoaka, pushing him back against the cage.
A short uppercut from McRae.
Tisoaka wants a takedown.
McRae misses with the head strike.
McRae stops a takedown attempt from Tisoaka.
McRae pushes Tisoaka back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tisoaka is working for takedown but McRae is calmly controlling the position for now.
Liam McRae has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
Tisoaka blocks an uppercut.
A frustrated look appears on Tisoaka's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McRae lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tisoaka backwards.
McRae lands a hook to the side of the head.
The referee calls for McRae to work.
McRae lands with a light punch inside.
McRae misses with a punch on the inside.
Tisoaka wants a takedown but no success here.
Tisoaka working hard to break the clinch.
Tisoaka changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McRae fights it off and pushes away nicely.
McRae misses with a wild body shot.
Tisoaka moves in looking to clinch but McRae pushes him off.
Tisoaka fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McRae as he avoids it easily.
McRae pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A chopping leg kick lands by McRae.
Tisoaka throws a sloppy head kick and McRae moves out of range easily.
Nice sprawl there from McRae as Tisoaka shoots in.
Tisoaka tries to clinch up.
McRae uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McRae lands with a slapping head kick.
McRae swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tisoaka.
McRae works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC#
Tisoaka is rocked!
McRae cracks the inside of Tisoaka's front leg.
Tisoaka is still on wobbly legs! Can McRae finish him?
McRae drops Tisoaka with a big left hand! Tisoaka is injured, injured bad! McRae jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Liam McRae!
During a confident post fight interview, Liam McRae thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Katuro Tisoaka was interviewed post fight and said 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 58: Strong Style
Date: Oct 14, 2017 |
#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Johnson defends it nicely.
Johnson feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Johnson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Johnson tries to advance to mount but Tisoaka denies him.
Tisoaka wants to control but Johnson postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to half guard.
Johnson tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Tisoaka is looking to regain half guard here but Johnson keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Tisoaka manages to work his way to half guard, despite Johnson's best efforts.
Tisoaka is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Johnson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Johnson's back!
Johnson trying to control the position but Tisoaka manages to sink in the hooks.
Johnson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Tisoaka is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Johnson trying to control but Tisoaka postures up.
Johnson throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#T2#
Tisoaka tries to pass the half guard into mount. Johnson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Johnson has a hand on Tisoaka's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Tisoaka takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Johnson tries to hold on but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka prevents Johnson from getting the reversal.
Tisoaka sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Tisoaka trying to control but Johnson is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Johnson flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Johnson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Johnson wants to sweep but Tisoaka has passed to side control!
Johnson is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
Tisoaka just content to control the position.
Johnson is looking for a sweep.
Johnson is trying to strike from the bottom but Tisoaka has passed into full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Johnson is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka looking to control but Johnson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
That's time! Tisoaka's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Tisoaka shoots for a double leg takedown but Johnson sprawls well. He's pushed Tisoaka's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Johnson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Tisoaka is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Tisoaka's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Johnson tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Johnson is putting a hurting on Tisoaka here, landing some big shots from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Johnson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Johnson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tisoaka with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T1#
Johnson prevents Tisoaka from improving his position.
Johnson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tisoaka is controlling Johnson's trapped leg to prevent Johnson from advancing to side control.
Johnson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Johnson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Johnson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Tisoaka tries to get to full guard but Johnson has control of the leg.
Johnson lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
Tisoaka tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Johnson manages to move to mount!
Johnson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Tisoaka's face.
Tisoaka tries to reverse the position but Johnson maintains control.
Johnson putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Johnson cracks Tisoaka with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Tisoaka is trying to escape the mount.
Tisoaka wants to hold on but Johnson pushes him away.
Tisoaka is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Johnson raining down hammerfists from mount.#T3#
Johnson prevents Tisoaka from getting the reversal.
Luke Johnson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet.
Johnson breaks from Tisoaka's wrist control and lands an elbow. #ROC2#
Tisoaka is rocked!
Oooooh, big shot lands for Johnson! Tisoaka is hurt baaadly! Johnson is firing away with more strikes - Tisoaka is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luke Johnson!
Luke Johnson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Katuro Tisoaka was interviewed post fight and said 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 52: Dark Gate
Date: Sep 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Tisoaka is looking to clinch.
Tisoaka throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD2#
Johnson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tisoaka on his heels. He'll look to pass Tisoaka's guard now, I'm sure.
Johnson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tisoaka's head.#SUB#
Tisoaka escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Johnson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tisoaka is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Johnson is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Johnson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Johnson is trying to control but can't.
Tisoaka content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Tisoaka prevents Johnson from improving his position.
Johnson wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has mounted him!
Johnson looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Johnson is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Johnson tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Tisoaka has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Johnson is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Katuro Tisoaka!
After the big win, Katuro Tisoaka made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Quick & Easy Laundry and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
CATCH!!!-KO4-tanjoubi omedetou
Date: Aug 31, 2017 |
#R1#
Smo tries to bum rush Tisoaka with a series of wild strikes but Tisoaka uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tisoaka steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Smo.
Smo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tisoaka finds it's way round the side to connect with Smo's head. #CL2#
Tisoaka fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Smo, pushing him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
Smo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tisoaka moves away.#CL2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Tisoaka pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smo blocks a head kick by Tisoaka.
Tisoaka misses with a head kick.
It looked like Smo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
Tisoaka darts in and clinches Smo up against the ropes.
Smo wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tisoaka digs a right hand into Smo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Smo's gas tank. #BC2#
Tisoaka escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tisoaka's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tisoaka duly obliges. #CUT2#
It looks like Jo Smo has been cut.
Smo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hard Knocks Training in the buildup to the fight.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tisoaka ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL2#
Tisoaka gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tisoaka stalls.
Tisoaka keeps control of Smo as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T1#
Smo is trying to break the clinch but Tisoaka is controlling him.#BC2#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
Tisoaka ducks under a wild hook from Smo.
Tisoaka misses with a head kick.
#KD#
Smo scores a knockdown with a big right hand! Tisoaka beats the count and gets back to his feet. The referee asks him to walk forwards and it appears he is OK so we'll continue the bout.
Smo throws an off balance right hand
and Tisoaka counters with a two punch combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smo pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL2#
Tisoaka clinches.
Smo working hard to break the clinch.
Smo looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Smo breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch.
The referee calls for Tisoaka to work.
Smo wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Smo wants to get back to striking at distance but Tisoaka won't allow it.
#BC2#
Tisoaka pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tisoaka lands with a straight right. Smo didn't see that one coming.#T2##KD2#
Smo walks into a straight right hand and goes down! Tisoaka rushes to a neutral corner so the count doesn't get delayed but Smo has made it back to his feet on 5. He's OK so we're back to the action.#ROC2#
Smo is rocked!
Tisoaka has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Tisoaka engages and cracks Smo with a massive lead left hook - Smo tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Tisoaka is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Katuro Tisoaka!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Katuro Tisoaka made sure he mentioned Quick & Easy Laundry, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
Jo Smo was interviewed post fight and said 'pshhhh what Bull man I can beat that guy easy givme a rematch man '.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 29, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Tisoaka looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Tisoaka content to control rather than advance.
Christianson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tisoaka's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tisoaka's back!
I really don't envy Tisoaka right now.
Tisoaka trying to control the hands but Christianson breaks the grip.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
What can Tisoaka do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Tisoaka trying to control the position but Christianson manages to sink in the hooks.
Tisoaka staying busy and making it hard for Christianson to control. #T1#
Tisoaka controlling Christianson 's hands.
Christianson is riding his opponent, not letting Tisoaka buck him off.
Tisoaka tries to escape but Christianson has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Tisoaka is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Tisoaka trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
I really don't envy Tisoaka right now.
Christianson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Tisoaka is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Christianson.
Tisoaka rolls, trying to escape but Christianson keeps control of the position.
Christianson controls the position.#T3#
Tisoaka trying to control the action but Christianson just sinks the hooks in.
Tisoaka tries to roll but Christianson sticks to his back.
Tisoaka rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SU#
Christianson gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #T4#
Christianson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Christianson wants it to stay on the feet.
Gabe Christianson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Christianson is looking to score with low kicks.
Tisoaka tries a head kick but it misses.
Christianson misses with a straight right. #CL2#
Tisoaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Christianson tries to throw a body punch but Tisoaka avoids it by throwing Christianson back against the cage.
Tisoaka prevents a body shot from Christianson.
Tisoaka blocks an uppercut.
Christianson gets underhooks to prevent Tisoaka's takedown attempt.
Christianson has a couple of punches blocked by Tisoaka.
Christianson misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Christianson breaks the clinch.
Christianson scores with a body shot.
#TD2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Christianson wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has mounted him!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabe Christianson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A lazy left from Tisoaka finds it's target.
Tisoaka shoots for a takedown but Christianson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Tisoaka wants to clinch up but Christianson keeps it at a distance.
Tisoaka steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Christianson.
Tisoaka tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Christianson tries to keep at a distance but Tisoaka has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tisoaka drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD2#
Tisoaka lands a takedown into guard.
Christianson wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Christianson pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage.
Tisoaka showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
Christianson wants to stand but Tisoaka is controlling the position.
Christianson 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.
Christianson being controlled here, momentarily.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Tisoaka working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tisoaka postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tisoaka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Christianson.
Tisoaka on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Christianson slaps away a takedown attempt from Tisoaka, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Gabe Christianson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches up with Christianson, looking for a takedown. Tisoaka pushes Christianson against the cage but Christianson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Katuro Tisoaka is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tisoaka takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Christianson throws a head kick that misses.
Christianson sets himself, and Tisoaka steps forward looking for the clinch! Christianson avoids it this time.
Christianson keeps the fight on the outside.
Tisoaka looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3#
Tisoaka throws a head kick that misses.
Tisoaka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Christianson.
Tisoaka defending well as Christianson loads up on a big left hand.
Christianson swings for the body but Tisoaka moves out of range.
Tisoaka steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Christianson.
Tisoaka sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Tisoaka looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Christianson is fending him off so far but Tisoaka persists. Nope, Christianson circles away and we're back to standing.
Christianson misses with an uppercut. Tisoaka saw that one coming.
Christianson scores with the left hand. Tisoaka knows he should have avoided that one. #CL2#
Tisoaka clinches up against the cage.
Tisoaka is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Tisoaka gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Christianson manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
Christianson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Christianson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tisoaka sitting in guard here, content to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tisoaka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Christianson is keeping the position for now.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gabe Christianson dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Tisoaka gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Christianson counters with a flying knee that drops Tisoaka! Christianson dives in and finishes the fight with a flurry of strikes from the mount!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gabe Christianson!
Gabe Christianson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Katuro Tisoaka spoke after the fight, saying 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 22, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Grena tries to keep at a distance but Tisoaka has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Tisoaka wants the takedown. Grena is fighting it off but Tisoaka persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Grena's guard against the cage.
Tisoaka is standing up over Grena. Grena looks to escape but Tisoaka dives into side control.
#REVB#
Grena tries to improve position but can't.
Tisoaka is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Grena will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Grena tries to buck Tisoaka off but Tisoaka is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka controlling from side mount. #T1#
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Grena for as long as he can get away with.
Grena is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Tisoaka is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Grena tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back! #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tisoaka trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Grena doesn't escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tisoaka seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Grena's chin but Grena turns very nicely into Tisoaka's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Grena.
#ES#
Tisoaka is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Grena presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD#
Tisoaka gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Grena regains guard.
Grena is wriggling around but Tisoaka manages to pass to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grena has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tisoaka is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Tisoaka takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Grena wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has mounted him!
Grena tries to hold on but Tisoaka postures up.
Grena is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Grena is looking to improve his position but Tisoaka isn't that keen on the idea.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Grena is trying to reverse the position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back - oops!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Tisoaka controlling the positon.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
Tisoaka shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Grena is trying to defend but Tisoaka finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Grena tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Tisoaka manages to move to mount!
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grena can't escape the position.
Tisoaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Grena can do to turn this around?
Tisoaka controlling his opponent. #T1#
Grena keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Grena is trying to reverse the position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back - oops!
Tisoaka is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Grena looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tisoaka'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.
Grena trying to control the hands but Tisoaka won't let him.
Tisoaka has good solid back control here.
Grena wants to control his opponent's hands but Tisoaka gets his hands free. #T3#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Tisoaka controlling the positon.
Grena wants to get back to his feet.
Good control from Tisoaka.
Further stalling from Tisoaka.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Grena is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Grena manages to reverse the position and now he's in Tisoaka's guard. Nice work there by Grena.
Tisoaka wants to improve his position but instead Grena has moved into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Grena is thwarting Tisoaka's attempts to control the position.
Tisoaka blocking the ground and pound attempt from Grena.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Tisoaka goes for a double leg but Grena avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Grena continues to drive forward.
Grena is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown but Grena shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Tisoaka manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Grena on his heels. He'll look to pass Grena's guard now, I'm sure.
Grena wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Tisoaka manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Tisoaka is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grena is trying to stand back up but Tisoaka is controlling him
Tisoaka trying to control the pace. #T1#
Grena wants to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing that Tisoaka has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Grena wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has passed into side control.
Grena bucks up and tries to throw Tisoaka off but instead Tisoaka has got his back!
Grena rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Tisoaka stalling. #T2#
Tisoaka continues to stall.#T3#
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Tisoaka bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Grena looking for a sweep but Tisoaka has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Tisoaka controlling the position easily from mount.
Katuro Tisoaka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Tisoaka manages to capitalize on a mistake by Grena to take his back!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Umberto Grena has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
I really don't envy Grena right now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka 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!
Katuro Tisoaka showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tisoaka, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Katuro Tisoaka!
Katuro Tisoaka managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Quick & Easy Laundry, into his post fight interview.
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Event:
Gc 158
Date: Jul 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Nice straight punches there by Tisoaka. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tisoaka.#CUT2#
It looks like Maxim Taisumov has been cut.
Taisumov slaps away a takedown attempt from Tisoaka, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Taisumov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Taisumov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Taisumov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Katuro Tisoaka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Taisumov sprawls well. Taisumov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tisoaka gets slowly back to his feet.
Maxim Taisumov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Taisumov circles away quickly and effectively.
Tisoaka moves to clinch but Taisumov breaks away
and Taisumov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Taisumov scores with a three punch combo!
Taisumov catches Tisoaka with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Tisoaka forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Maxim Taisumov!
During a confident post fight interview, Maxim Taisumov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Katuro Tisoaka was interviewed post fight and said 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
gc151.5
Date: May 27, 2017 |
#R1#
Zharkov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tisoaka lands with a cross.
A head kick misses from Tisoaka.
Zharkov scores with a jab to the body.
Zharkov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Zharkov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tisoaka.#KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Tisoaka and sends Zharkov crashing to the mat! Tisoaka follows him down to the mat - Zharkov regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC#
Zharkov is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zharkov wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
Zharkov is still in real trouble! Can Tisoaka finish him?
Tisoaka prevents Zharkov from improving his position.#SUB2#
Zharkov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily.
Zharkov tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
Zharkov seems to have recovered his senses.
Tisoaka stalling. #T1#
Zharkov trying to control from the bottom.
Zharkov is looking to improve his position.
Zharkov is still trying to improve position.
Zharkov won't allow Tisoaka to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Zharkov looking for a kimura from the bottom but Tisoaka passes into side control!
Tisoaka is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Zharkov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Zharkov wants to control but Tisoaka postures up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The referee asks Tisoaka politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Tisoaka prefers to stall for the moment though.
Zharkov is trying to control Tisoaka's posture but Tisoaka avoids it.
Zharkov is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Tisoaka is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Zharkov wants to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Zharkov tries to reverse the position but Tisoaka maintains control.
Zharkov tries to hold on but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka controlling the position easily from mount.
Zharkov is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Tisoaka manages to capitalize on a mistake by Zharkov to take his back!
Zharkov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zharkov looking for submissions off his back.
Zharkov tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
Tisoaka not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Zharkov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tisoaka is working away from the top position though.
Tisoaka moves into side control, avoiding the strikes from Zharkov.
#T4#
Zharkov gets back to half guard.
Tisoaka is taking a breather. Zharkov 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.
Tisoaka takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Tisoaka takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Tisoaka trying to mount his opponent but Zharkov defends it.
Zharkov is trying to get back to full guard.
Zharkov wants to get back to full guard but Tisoaka has mounted him!
Zharkov is desperately trying to improve his position but Tisoaka has a good base and remains in mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Zharkov throws a lazy right hand but Tisoaka sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tisoaka throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Zharkov counters with a takedown into side control. #ES#
Tisoaka sneaks out the side door and pushes Zharkov away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches up with Zharkov, looking for a takedown. Tisoaka pushes Zharkov against the cage but Zharkov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Zharkov. No joy for Tisoaka on that attempt.
Zharkov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Zharkov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Zharkov.
Tisoaka misses with a double jab.
Tisoaka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tisoaka doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tisoaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zharkov can do to turn this around?
Tisoaka avoids the body shot from Zharkov.
Tisoaka goes for a double leg but Zharkov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Zharkov continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tisoaka takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Tisoaka scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Zharkov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Tisoaka off and has taken his back!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Tisoaka trying to control the hands but Zharkov won't let him.
Zharkov lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Tisoaka tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Zharkov with shots to the head and body - Tisoaka looks very uncomfortable down there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tisoaka tries to hold on but Zharkov pushes him away.
Zharkov raining down hammerfists from mount.
Zharkov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#ROC2#
Tisoaka is rocked!
Zharkov drops a big elbow. That's hurt Tisoaka! More shots from Zharkov and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andrei Zharkov!
Katuro Tisoaka was interviewed post fight and said 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
gc146
Date: Apr 22, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Tisoaka manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Pillowhands on his heels. He'll look to pass Pillowhands's guard now, I'm sure.
Pillowhands wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tisoaka is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tisoaka trying to control the position from guard on top but Pillowhands is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pillowhands can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tisoaka controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Pillowhands looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Tisoaka controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Tisoaka throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Pillowhands tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tisoaka is in Pillowhands's guard.#T2#
Pillowhands pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage.
Tisoaka sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Pillowhands is pulling down on Tisoaka's head to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Tisoaka is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Pillowhands pulls Tisoaka in close to his closed guard and prevents Tisoaka from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
Tisoaka looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Pillowhands!
Tisoaka tries to advance to mount but Pillowhands denies him.
Pillowhands is being controlled here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A bit of a lull in the action 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.
You can see the frustration on Pillowhands's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Tisoaka shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Pillowhands manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Pillowhands is pulling down on Tisoaka's head. It's preventing any offense from Tisoaka, at least for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Pillowhands being controlled here, momentarily.
Pillowhands is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Pillowhands wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Tisoaka is now in half guard.
Pillowhands desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Pillowhands has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tisoaka is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Tisoaka looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Pillowhands pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Pillowhands working a defensive guard but Tisoaka manages to pass into side control anyway.
Tisoaka tries to advance to mount but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pillowhands tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tisoaka wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tisoaka tries to advance to mount but can't.
You can see the frustration on Pillowhands's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pillowhands trying to remain calm as Tisoaka controls from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pillowhands tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Tisoaka presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Tisoaka scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Tisoaka is thwarting Pillowhands's attempts to control the position.
Pillowhands is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tisoaka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pillowhands can do to turn this around?
Pillowhands is holding on to half guard well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #T1#
Tisoaka is pushing down on Pillowhands's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pillowhands is fighting to maintain full guard but Tisoaka has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tisoaka tries to pass the half guard into mount. Pillowhands knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Pillowhands is trying is best to control the position here.
Let's hope that Pillowhands 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.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Tisoaka not doing much here.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Douche Pillowhands has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD#
Tisoaka drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
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.
Tisoaka has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Pillowhands is not content to let Tisoaka control the position. #T3#
Pillowhands prevents Tisoaka from moving into mount.
A lull in the action here.
Katuro Tisoaka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Tisoaka scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Pillowhands is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Pillowhands looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Katuro Tisoaka showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tisoaka has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:26
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:26
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Katuro Tisoaka!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Katuro Tisoaka made sure he mentioned Quick & Easy Laundry, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
In defeat, Douche Pillowhands stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'm not sure where to go from here? Do I keep fighting?'.
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Event:
gc137
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and pushes Gullion back into the cage.
Tisoaka is working for takedown but Gullion is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC#
Gullion breaks from the clinch.
Gullion slaps away a takedown attempt from Tisoaka, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Gullion looks to land a body kick but Tisoaka moved away.
Tisoaka tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tisoaka fails with the takedown.
Olliver Gullion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katuro Tisoaka.
Gullion thuds a left hand into Tisoaka's body.#CL2#
Tisoaka gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC#
Gullion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gullion misses with a head kick.
Gullion thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tisoaka if he has to take too many more of those.
Gullion throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#T1#
A head kick from Gullion lands but Tisoaka takes it in his stride.
Gullion throws a sloppy head kick and Tisoaka moves out of range easily.
Nice sprawl there from Gullion as Tisoaka shoots in.
Gullion looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Gullion tests Tisoaka's chin there with a solid looking shot.#ROC#
Tisoaka is rocked!
Tisoaka tries to clinch
and Gullion counters with an inside leg kick.
Tisoaka is still on wobbly legs! Can Gullion finish him?
Tisoaka is keeping his hands low and just asking to be knocked out. Gullion Raises his leg and lands a stunning axe kick! Tisoaka is out cold, face down on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Olliver Gullion!
Olliver Gullion spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Katuro Tisoaka had this to say: 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
VFA 1 Lynch vs. Byhenikov
Date: Jan 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Nice cross by Rogers.
Rogers connects with a crisp jab.
Tisoaka misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Rogers counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Rogers looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rogers prevents Tisoaka from getting back to his feet. #ES#
Tisoaka is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Rogers wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tisoaka has him pressed against the cage.
Tisoaka definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Tisoaka has hold of one of Rogers's legs. Rogers is fighting the takedown attempt but Tisoaka gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rogers 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 stays in close to Rogers's body and controls the position.
Rogers is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Tisoaka is controlling him.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Rogers wants to sweep but no luck.
Tisoaka is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tisoaka won't allow Rogers to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Rogers.
Tisoaka lands a head kick. Rogers smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
A swing and a miss from Rogers.
Tisoaka bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Tisoaka moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Tisoaka showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rogers.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tisoaka is defended easily by Rogers.
Tisoaka with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rogers catches Tisoaka with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tisoaka throws a leg kick that misses.
Rogers throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Tisoaka counters with a takedown into side control.
Rogers is looking to get back to his feet here but Tisoaka is keeping cool and he's managed to take Rogers's back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rogers is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
#T3#
Tisoaka has the hooks in. Rogers is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Tisoaka has good solid back control here.
Rogers is trying to get back to his feet but Tisoaka has full control of the position and if anything, Rogers has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Tisoaka controls the position.
Rogers is in bad spot here.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Rogers is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rogers trying to get back to his feet but Tisoaka is in full control for now.
Rogers is really stuck here.
Rogers is trying to stand back up.
Rogers is in bad spot here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Rogers lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Tisoaka moves into range and clinches up with Rogers.
Rogers goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tisoaka prevents it.
Rogers goes for a takedown attempt but Tisoaka pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Katuro Tisoaka is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rogers leaves Tisoaka with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rogers misses with an uppercut. Tisoaka saw that one coming.
Tisoaka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tisoaka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rogers stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rogers wants it to stay on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rogers takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Nice sprawl there from Tisoaka as Rogers shoots in.
Katuro Tisoaka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sam Rogers.
Rogers ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Tisoaka pushes Rogers up against the cage in a clinch.
Tisoaka doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Tisoaka looking for a takedown.
Tisoaka is working for takedown but Rogers is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tisoaka gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rogers.
Tisoaka looking for a takedown.
Rogers has Tisoaka pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tisoaka manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rogers changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tisoaka fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rogers scores with the left hand. Tisoaka knows he should have avoided that one.
Rogers lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tisoaka at a distance.
Tisoaka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tisoaka tries to bum rush Rogers with a series of wild strikes but Rogers uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T2#
Tisoaka with a nice cross.
A low kick from Tisoaka is predictable there
and Rogers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tisoaka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rogers.
Tisoaka slips a straight right by Rogers.
Rogers thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tisoaka tries to clinch there but Rogers circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rogers! But no joy.
An inside leg kick lands from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rogers as he jumps to the side.
Tisoaka dives in for a single leg takedown but Rogers sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rogers looks to throw the jab but Tisoaka is out of range.
A punch combination from Tisoaka misses.
Rogers feints the counter takedown.
Rogers connects with a body shot.
Rogers scores with a nice head shot.
Rogers swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tisoaka.#T3#
Rogers misses with a hook.
Tisoaka takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CL#
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches.
Tisoaka is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Rogers gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Tisoaka wants a takedown.
Rogers tries for a takedown but Tisoaka manages to get underhooks.
Rogers tries for a takedown but Tisoaka manages to get underhooks.
#BC#
Tisoaka's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rogers jabs Tisoaka right on the nose. Tisoaka blinks but takes it well.
Tisoaka looks to land a combination. Rogers sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Tisoaka misses with a looping left.
Tisoaka takes one to the chin there.
Tisoaka shoots for a double leg takedown but Rogers sprawls well. He's pushed Tisoaka's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tisoaka looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rogers is fending him off so far but Tisoaka persists. Nope, Rogers circles away and we're back to standing.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rogers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rogers takes a swing at Tisoaka's ribcage but misses.
Rogers darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #ROC2#
Tisoaka is rocked!
Rogers lands with a hook. Tisoaka tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Oh Tisoaka is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rogers works Tisoaka's body with a nice hook.
Rogers lands a nice hook to Tisoaka's body. Tisoaka takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rogers cracks Tisoaka on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Tisoaka falls backwards against the cage. Rogers follows up with more strikes that drop Tisoaka to his knees. Rogers keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Tisoaka! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam Rogers!
A victorious Sam Rogers thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Katuro Tisoaka was interviewed post fight and said 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
CATCH!!!-AKE OME!!! 2017
Date: Dec 31, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Bungradidoa darts in and clinches Tisoaka up against the ropes.#BC2#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Bungradidoa gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bungradidoa trying to land knees to the body.
Tisoaka is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bungradidoa is keeping busy.#TD2#
Bungradidoa is fighting off a takedown attempt but Tisoaka is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Bungradidoa to the mat. Bungradidoa regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Bungradidoa wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
Bungradidoa is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Tisoaka wants to control from the top but Bungradidoa keeps moving.
Bungradidoa working a defensive guard but Tisoaka manages to pass into side control anyway.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bungradidoa is looking for a sweep.
Tisoaka in the domination position with Bungradidoa hanging on.
Bungradidoa tries to bench press Tisoaka off him but Tisoaka keeps the position. #T1#
Tisoaka controlling the position from side mount.
Tisoaka trying to control the position but Bungradidoa is working away.
Bungradidoa is looking to regain half guard here but Tisoaka keeps moving and retains side control.
Bungradidoa is working hard here to advance position.
Tisoaka controls the position from side control.
A control attempt from Bungradidoa but he's now mounted!
Bungradidoa tries to lock up and control but Tisoaka gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bungradidoa is looking to improve his position but Tisoaka isn't that keen on the idea.
Tisoaka looking to control but Bungradidoa is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bungradidoa tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back!
Bungradidoa trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Bungradidoa is in bad spot here.
Tisoaka not allowing Bungradidoa to control his hands.
Tisoaka has the hooks in. Bungradidoa is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
What can Bungradidoa do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Bungradidoa is really stuck here.
#T3#
Tisoaka is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
I really don't envy Bungradidoa right now.
Tisoaka controls the position.
Bungradidoa wants to escape the position.
Bungradidoa just trying to survive but Tisoaka is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bungradidoa is in bad spot here.
Bungradidoa trying to control the hands but Tisoaka breaks the grip. #T4#
Bungradidoa breaks Tisoaka's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#ES2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tisoaka pushes Bungradidoa off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Bungradidoa tries to clinch up.#TD#
Tisoaka gets caught napping as Bungradidoa dives in and scores a takedown. Tisoaka manages to retain guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#ES2#
Tisoaka has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Bungradidoa off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Bungradidoa shoots and misses
and Tisoaka counters with a three punch combo that has Bungradidoa backing up. Bungradidoa nods at Tisoaka to acknowledge the strikes.#TD2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bungradidoa quickly recovers to half guard.
Tisoaka looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tisoaka prevents Bungradidoa from improving his position.
Bungradidoa is doing well to control the position and prevent Tisoaka from advancing to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Bungradidoa tries for a takedown but Tisoaka sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tisoaka steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bungradidoa.#CL#
Bungradidoa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #TD2#
Tisoaka gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Bungradidoa is staying active underneath Tisoaka, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bungradidoa is trying to get back to full guard.
Bungradidoa trying to control here.
Tisoaka perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bungradidoa has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tisoaka is working away from the top position though.
Bungradidoa wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
#T1#
Bungradidoa controlling the position well.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Bungradidoa is staying active underneath Tisoaka, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Katuro Tisoaka has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but Bungradidoa defending well.
Bungradidoa tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
Bungradidoa is trying to maintain the position but Tisoaka is very close to passing his half guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bungradidoa is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tisoaka seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Tisoaka was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Tisoaka wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bungradidoa keeps working.
Bungradidoa stops Tisoaka from passing to mount.
Bungradidoa wants to control but Tisoaka postures up.#T3#
Tisoaka controls the position.
Bungradidoa is trying to control Tisoaka's posture but Tisoaka avoids it.
Bungradidoa is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Bungradidoa is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bungradidoa is positioning himself well to prevent Tisoaka advancing to mount.
Bungradidoa is trying to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Bungradidoa is staying active underneath Tisoaka, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Tisoaka is thwarting Bungradidoa's attempts to control the position.
Bungradidoa is staying active underneath Tisoaka, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bungradidoa works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tisoaka postures up.
Bungradidoa manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tisoaka manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet but Bungradidoa is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bungradidoa throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bungradidoa accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Bungradidoa shoots in looking for a takedown. Tisoaka tries to sprawl out of it but Bungradidoa keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Tisoaka manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tisoaka slaps away a takedown attempt from Bungradidoa, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
Tisoaka clinches up against the ropes.#TD2#
Tisoaka is trying to trip Bungradidoa. He has hold of a leg but Bungradidoa is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Tisoaka persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Tisoaka has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bungradidoa is adopting a defensive guard.
Tisoaka advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bungradidoa trying to control but Tisoaka postures up.
Well, if Tisoaka 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.
Tisoaka prevents Bungradidoa from improving his position.#T1#
Tisoaka is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bungradidoa is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Bungradidoa'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.
Bungradidoa wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
Bungradidoa keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Bungradidoa wants to control the action here but instead Tisoaka manages to pass to full mount! #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bungradidoa tries to lock up and control but Tisoaka gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bungradidoa looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Bungradidoa just trying to survive but Tisoaka is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bungradidoa wants to escape the position.
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.
Bungradidoa tries to escape the position.
#T3#
Bungradidoa staying busy and making it hard for Tisoaka to control.
Tisoaka has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Bungradidoa's body.
Bungradidoa just trying to survive but Tisoaka is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bungradidoa rolls, trying to escape but Tisoaka keeps control of the position.
Bungradidoa trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Good control from Tisoaka.
Bungradidoa is keeping busy.
Tisoaka gets his hands free as Bungradidoa looks to control. #T4#
Tisoaka 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.
Bungradidoa just trying to survive but Tisoaka is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bungradidoa is in bad spot here.
Our spies down at at Bonsai Club MMA inform us that Tisoaka has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka biding his time, controlling Bungradidoa.
Bungradidoa tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka really dominated that round.
That's time! Bungradidoa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Bungradidoa tries for a takedown but Tisoaka circles away easily
letting Tisoaka counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Tisoaka scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Bungradidoa prevents Tisoaka from improving position.
You can see the frustration on Bungradidoa's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bungradidoa tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bungradidoa wants to control but Tisoaka postures up.
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Tisoaka is looking to take a break and control but Bungradidoa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Bungradidoa tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tisoaka wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tisoaka wants to control but Bungradidoa is keeping him busy.
Bungradidoa tries to buck Tisoaka off but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Tisoaka trying to control the position but Bungradidoa is working away.
Bungradidoa is trying to improve his position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bungradidoa struggling a bit here.
Bungradidoa is looking to regain half guard here but Tisoaka keeps moving and retains side control.
Bungradidoa wants to control but Tisoaka postures up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tisoaka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bungradidoa looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Mophaf Bungradidoa is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Tisoaka clinches up against the ropes.
Bungradidoa tries to work over Tisoaka's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Bungradidoa can't find room to land a body shot as Tisoaka controls the action.
Tisoaka prevents a body shot from Bungradidoa.
Bungradidoa works on Tisoaka's body with a couple of short punches.
Tisoaka is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Bungradidoa shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Bungradidoa is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tisoaka wants to stand and escape but Bungradidoa is having none of it.
Bungradidoa landing with the ground and pound.
Bungradidoa won't allow Tisoaka to get back to his feet.
Bungradidoa controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Bungradidoa wants to control from the top but Tisoaka keeps moving.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Bungradidoa throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Bungradidoa looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tisoaka tries to kick Bungradidoa off in order to stand up. Bungradidoa Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Bungradidoa in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Bungradidoa lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Katuro Tisoaka will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R5##CL2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Tisoaka gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Bungradidoa wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bungradidoa is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Tisoaka wants to stand and escape but Bungradidoa is having none of it.
Bungradidoa working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tisoaka's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bungradidoa cracks Tisoaka with a solid left hand.
Bungradidoa throwing strikes from guard but Tisoaka blocks nicely.
Tisoaka keeping moving, preventing Bungradidoa from controlling successfully. #T1#
Tisoaka working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bungradidoa.
Tisoaka keeping moving, preventing Bungradidoa from controlling successfully.
Bungradidoa prevents Tisoaka from getting back to his feet. #ES2#
Tisoaka has his feet on Bungradidoa's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Bungradidoa with a poor takedown
and Tisoaka counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Tisoaka rushes Bungradidoa and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Bungradidoa tries a body shot but Tisoaka blocks it.
Tisoaka trying to land knees to the body.
Tisoaka blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC2#
Tisoaka breaks from the clinch.
#T2##CL2#
Bungradidoa gets tackled into the ropes by Tisoaka. Tisoaka maintains the clinch.
Bungradidoa working Tisoaka over with knees to the body.
Tisoaka is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Nice body punch from Bungradidoa - that landed with a thud.
Bungradidoa missing with knees to the body.
Bungradidoa is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tisoaka is defending well for now.
Bungradidoa is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tisoaka is defending well for now.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Tisoaka gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Bungradidoa pulls Tisoaka in close to prevent any damage.
Bungradidoa looking for a sweep. Not yet Bungradidoa, not yet.
Bungradidoa working a defensive guard here.
Bungradidoa tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Bungradidoa is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bungradidoa wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
Tisoaka trying to control but Bungradidoa is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Tisoaka looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Bungradidoa working a defensive guard here.
Tisoaka being controlled here momentarily.
Katuro Tisoaka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mophaf Bungradidoa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bungradidoa looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tisoaka is one step ahead there.
Bungradidoa pulls Tisoaka in to control the position.
Tisoaka postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tisoaka not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bungradidoa lands with a slapping head kick.
Bungradidoa misses with a wild body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Katuro Tisoaka comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tisoaka winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight for Katuro Tisoaka!
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Katuro Tisoaka!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Katuro Tisoaka!
Katuro Tisoaka wins by unanimous decision!
An out of breath and clearly excited Katuro Tisoaka thanked Mizuko for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
Kinro Kansha No Hi *2016*
Date: Nov 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Shinoki swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC#
Shinoki breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Tisoaka moves into range and clinches up with Shinoki .#BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Shinoki tries to keep at a distance but Tisoaka has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tisoaka is trying to break the clinch but Shinoki has him pressed against the ropes.
Shinoki wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tisoaka is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka taking a breather.
Tisoaka is trying to slow the pace down but that's a couple of times in a row that he's tried to get underhooks and Shinoki has denied him.#BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Shinoki avoids a kick to the body.
Shinoki attempts a counter takedown but Tisoaka avoids it well and moves away.
Shinoki throws a head kick but Tisoaka moves out of range.
#T1#
Tisoaka cracks the inside of Shinoki 's front leg. #CL2#
Tisoaka clinches up against the ropes.
Shinoki is trying to break the clinch but Tisoaka has him pressed against the ropes. #BC#
Shinoki breaks from the clinch.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch but Shinoki swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Tisoaka gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Shinoki breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but Shinoki moves out of range. #CL#
Shinoki closes the distance and clinches.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Shinoki working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Shinoki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tisoaka was well out of range. Poor timing from Shinoki .#CL2#
Tisoaka has closed the distance and engaged Shinoki in a clinch.
#T2#
Tisoaka has Shinoki pressed against the ropes, preventing Shinoki from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Shinoki pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jab, jab by Tisoaka - just one landing.
Tisoaka tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shinoki tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Shinoki misses with a wild body shot.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up but Shinoki swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Shinoki half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
Tisoaka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Shinoki tries to counter with a takedown but Tisoaka is quick to defend against it.
A combination from Tisoaka does no damage.
Shinoki tries to counter with a takedown but Tisoaka is quick to defend against it.
Tisoaka defending well as Shinoki loads up on a big left hand.
Tisoaka changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tisoaka looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Shinoki throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Shinoki avoids the head kick by Tisoaka.
Shinoki throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tisoaka.
Shinoki is looking to slow Tisoaka down with leg kicks. #CL2#
Tisoaka has managed to clinch.
Shinoki tries to break free but Tisoaka pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Tisoaka has closed the distance and engaged Shinoki in a clinch.
Shinoki looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Tisoaka breaks from the clinch.
Shinoki throws a nice looking combination but Tisoaka bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4##CL#
Shinoki moves into the clinch.
Shinoki wants to get back to striking at distance but Tisoaka won't allow it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Shinoki wants to get back to striking at distance but Tisoaka won't allow it.
Shinoki tries to break the clinch but Tisoaka is controlling the position.
Tisoaka is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tisoaka keeps control of Shinoki as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Shinoki wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC2#
Tisoaka pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Tisoaka takes the fight into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Shinoki breaks from the clinch.
#T5#
Tisoaka throws a leg kick #TD#
and Shinoki counters with a shoot takedown. Tisoaka fights it but they end up in guard. #ES2#
Tisoaka pushes Shinoki off and scrambles back to his feet.
Katuro Tisoaka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch but Shinoki swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Shinoki breaks from the clinch.
#KD2#
Tisoaka throws a left that rocks Shinoki and follows with a right that sends him tumbling to the canvas! Tisoaka dives into side control, looking to finish! Can Shinoki regain composure!
#ROC2#
Shinoki is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tisoaka 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 Shinoki 's shoulder. That is not cool.
Oh Shinoki is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Shinoki is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Tisoaka is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Tisoaka has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Bonsai Club MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Shinoki tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back!
I would not like to be Shinoki right now.
Shinoki trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T6#
Shinoki tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Shinoki seems to have got his legs back now.
Tisoaka wants to control but Shinoki is keeping busy.
Tisoaka controlling well, preventing Shinoki from escaping the position.
Shinoki is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
Shinoki is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Shinoki is working hard here to advance position.
Shinoki trying to control the hands but Tisoaka breaks the grip.
Shinoki rolls, trying to escape but Tisoaka keeps control of the position.
#T7#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tisoaka biding his time, controlling Shinoki .
Shinoki just trying to survive but Tisoaka is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Shinoki is in bad spot here.
#T8#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Tisoaka controlling the positon.
Tisoaka wants to control but Shinoki is keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on Shinoki 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
I would not like to be Shinoki right now.
#T9#
Tisoaka controlling well, preventing Shinoki from escaping the position.
Shinoki looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Tisoaka tries to get the hooks in deep but Shinoki pushed the leg off.
Tisoaka is not going to allow Shinoki to sit and survive in this position.
Tisoaka controlling well, preventing Shinoki from escaping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Shinoki tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and pushes Shinoki back into the ropes.
Tisoaka is trying to maintain a safe position but Shinoki gets an underhook and turns Tisoaka into the ropes.
Tisoaka is stalling here.
Shinoki tries to circle away but Tisoaka has him pinned against the ropes.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Shinoki has had enough of the clinch but Tisoaka keeps him there for the moment.
Shinoki has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#BC#
Shinoki escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Katuro Tisoaka seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka throws a sloppy head kick and Shinoki moves out of range easily.
Shinoki feinted with a counter takedown.
Tisoaka misses with a head kick.
Tisoaka fails in his attempt to clinch.
Shinoki scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T1##CL2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #BC2#
Tisoaka breaks from the clinch.
Shinoki throws a sloppy head kick and Tisoaka moves out of range easily.
Tisoaka throws a sloppy head kick and Shinoki moves out of range easily.
Shinoki appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Tisoaka gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Shinoki breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Shinoki avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Shinoki avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Shinoki feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #BC2#
Tisoaka's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tisoaka has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tisoaka is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Tisoaka dodges the punch combination from Shinoki .
Shinoki tries to clinch but Tisoaka moves out of range.
Shinoki circles away from the clinch attempt.
Shinoki appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Shinoki throws a right hand that Tisoaka ducks under and follows up with a left that Tisoaka also avoids with ease.
Tisoaka throws a big counter head kick but Shinoki avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Shinoki clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Shinoki breaks from the clinch.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up but Shinoki swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tisoaka looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Shinoki paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tisoaka blocks a head kick by Shinoki .
#T3#
Tisoaka throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Shinoki counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Shinoki . #ES2#
Tisoaka has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the ropes to get back to his feet. Shinoki has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the ropes.
Katuro Tisoaka seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
Shinoki 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sloppy strikes from Tisoaka. Those never looked like landing.
Tisoaka looks to clinch #TD#
and Shinoki counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Shinoki .
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tisoaka wants to stand and escape but Shinoki is having none of it.
Shinoki throwing strikes but missing.
Shinoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Shinoki drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shinoki jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T4#
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet but Shinoki is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Shinoki throws a big elbow that misses.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Tisoaka wants to stand up but Shinoki is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but Shinoki is having none of it.
Good leg kick by Shinoki there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Shinoki tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tisoaka throws a shot to the body.
Tisoaka will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Shinoki half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T5##CL2#
Tisoaka closes the distance and pushes Shinoki back into the ropes.#BC2#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
Shinoki is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Shinoki will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tisoaka throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#CL2#
Tisoaka has managed to clinch.
Shinoki tries to break free but Tisoaka pushes him back against the ropes.
Tisoaka trying to control the position but instead, Shinoki has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tisoaka into the ropes.#T6#
Tisoaka is trying to stall.
Tisoaka is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.#BC#
Shinoki breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Shinoki clinches up with Tisoaka and pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tisoaka rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Shinoki moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Shinoki feinted with a counter takedown.
Tisoaka throws a head kick that misses.
Tisoaka tries to clinch there but Shinoki circles away.
Shinoki swinging wildly here.
Tisoaka is looking for the big counter here.#T7##CL#
Shinoki instigates a clinch.
Tisoaka is looking to control Shinoki 's arms but Shinoki gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tisoaka has his back to the ropes.
Shinoki is trying to break the clinch but Tisoaka is controlling him.
Shinoki has had enough of the clinch but Tisoaka keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Shinoki 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Crunch! Tisoaka slams his shin into Shinoki 's torso.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Shinoki paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Tisoaka clinches up against the ropes.#BC2#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
Shinoki blocks a head kick by Tisoaka.
Tisoaka throws a right and a left that Shinoki avoids nicely. #T8#
Shinoki tries to clinch up.
Shinoki circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tisoaka tries a head kick but it misses.
Tisoaka is looking to clinch but Shinoki is avoiding it.
Shinoki is looking to chop away at Tisoaka's legs.
Tisoaka throws a fast counter high kick but Shinoki manages to duck under it in time.
Tisoaka tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shinoki was well out of range. Poor timing from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka misses with a series of wild punches.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Shinoki paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Shinoki feinted with a counter takedown.
Tisoaka throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Shinoki counters with a takedown into side control. #T9#
Tisoaka is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Shinoki asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Shinoki advances nicely into full mount.
Tisoaka is bucking up trying to escape but Shinoki cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Shinoki unloading with bombs!
Tisoaka is squirming around, avoiding Shinoki 's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Shinoki with good strikes from the mount here!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Naya Shinoki will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Tisoaka tries to clinch up but Shinoki circles away and keeps his distance.
Tisoaka blocks a head kick by Shinoki .
A looping hook to the body misses from Tisoaka. Shinoki does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shinoki fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tisoaka moves in looking to clinch but Shinoki pushes him off.
Tisoaka lands with a kick to the temple. Shinoki shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL2#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch.
Tisoaka is trying to maintain a safe position but Shinoki gets an underhook and turns Tisoaka into the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka wants to stall.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Shinoki has Tisoaka pressed against the ropes, preventing Tisoaka from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T1##BC#
Shinoki escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tisoaka tries to clinch up but Shinoki circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Shinoki drives through and clinches with Tisoaka against the ropes.
Tisoaka is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Shinoki wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC#
Shinoki breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The fighters circling - Tisoaka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Shinoki ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tisoaka fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tisoaka takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#T2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Shinoki checks a leg kick.
Tisoaka throws a sloppy head kick and Shinoki moves out of range easily.
Naya Shinoki is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tisoaka throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Shinoki feinted with a counter takedown.
Shinoki is looking to clinch.
Tisoaka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tisoaka tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Shinoki manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Shinoki swats away the attempt to clinch by Tisoaka.
Shinoki feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2#
Tisoaka moves into the clinch.
Tisoaka misses with a knee to the head. #T3#
Stalling in the clinch from Tisoaka.
#BC#
Shinoki breaks from the clinch.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but Shinoki is having none of it.
Tisoaka wants to clinch.
A head kick misses from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shinoki manages to avoid it.
Tisoaka throws a head kick that misses.
Shinoki avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but Shinoki moves away #TD#
and Shinoki counters with a shoot takedown. Tisoaka fights it but they end up in guard.
Tisoaka takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet but Shinoki is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Shinoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shinoki throws a strike but Tisoaka rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Shinoki looking for a sweep. Not yet Shinoki , not yet.
Tisoaka stands and throws Shinoki 's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Shinoki tries to bench press Tisoaka off him but Tisoaka keeps the position.
Shinoki manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T5#
Tisoaka keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Tisoaka tries to kick Shinoki off but Shinoki keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Shinoki will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Katuro Tisoaka has got the better of the ground game so far.
Shinoki trying to control the action but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet.
Tisoaka is refusing to be controlled, as Shinoki sits in half guard.
Tisoaka is trying to stand up here but Shinoki is controlling him well. #T6#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Shinoki is trying to control. Tisoaka wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tisoaka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shinoki .
Shinoki keeps the fight on the outside.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but Shinoki moves out of range.
Shinoki half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2#
Tisoaka darts in and clinches Shinoki up against the ropes.
Shinoki wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tisoaka has him pressed against the ropes.#BC#
Shinoki 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Shinoki closes the distance and clinches.#T7#
Tisoaka tries to stall but Shinoki uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A frustrated look appears on Tisoaka's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Shinoki working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Shinoki escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Shinoki pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tisoaka wants to counter the offense by Shinoki and move into the clinch position.
Tisoaka is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Shinoki rather than just go for the knockout.#CL#
Shinoki has managed to clinch.
Tisoaka prevents Shinoki from breaking the clinch.
Shinoki is trying to break the clinch but Tisoaka is controlling him.
Tisoaka misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Shinoki circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tisoaka misses with a double jab.
Shinoki moves in looking to clinch but Tisoaka pushes him off.#T8#
Shinoki circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tisoaka tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Shinoki circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Shinoki counters with a takedown into side control.
Tisoaka tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tisoaka is trying to stand up.
Shinoki with good strikes from the mount here!
You get the feeling that Tisoaka really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#T9#
Shinoki tries to control but Tisoaka wriggling away.
Tisoaka is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Naya Shinoki clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Shinoki swinging wildly here.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Shinoki 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tisoaka lands a jab.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#T1##BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tisoaka is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Shinoki swats away the attempt to clinch by Tisoaka.
Shinoki attempts a counter takedown but Tisoaka avoids it well and moves away.
Tisoaka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shinoki 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tisoaka connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Shinoki scrambles back to his feet.#CL#
Shinoki closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Shinoki on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Shinoki is trying to break free.#BC2#
Tisoaka manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Tisoaka clinches up with Shinoki and pushes him back against the ropes.#T2#
Tisoaka softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Shinoki looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tisoaka trying to stall but Shinoki improves his position.
Shinoki is trying to push Tisoaka away but Tisoaka has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Shinoki can't break the clinch.
Tisoaka keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Shinoki 's efforts to push away.#BC#
Shinoki breaks the clinch.
Tisoaka closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Shinoki counters with a takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet but Shinoki drags him back down.#T3#
Shinoki trying to control the position but Tisoaka is working away.
Tisoaka is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Tisoaka tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#SUB#
Shinoki working for the choke.
Tisoaka is trying to stand back up. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Shinoki looking for the RNC.
Shinoki 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.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Shinoki 's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#SUB#
Tisoaka showing good submission defense here.
#T5#
Shinoki trying to control momentarily.
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Shinoki is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Tisoaka defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T6#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Tisoaka 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 Shinoki gets his way!
Tisoaka is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Shinoki is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T7##SUB#
Shinoki working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to his feet but Shinoki has full control of the position and if anything, Tisoaka has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Tisoaka is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Tisoaka is keeping busy.
Tisoaka is trying to stand back up. #T8#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Shinoki trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Tisoaka is trying to stand back up.
Will Shinoki go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB#
Shinoki is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Tisoaka has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T9#
Shinoki lands with a hammerfist to the side of Tisoaka's head.
Tisoaka trying to get back to his feet but Shinoki is in full control for now.
Shinoki is looking to control Tisoaka but Tisoaka is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Tisoaka is trying to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Naya Shinoki had his way with Katuro Tisoaka in that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Tisoaka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tisoaka just misses with a punch to the body.
Shinoki changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Shinoki fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tisoaka throws a head kick but Shinoki moves out of range.
Shinoki appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch but Shinoki swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Shinoki tries to clinch up.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up but Shinoki swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tisoaka misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Tisoaka. Those never looked like landing.
Tisoaka avoids the head kick by Shinoki .
#CL2#
Tisoaka gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1#
Shinoki can't break the clinch.
Tisoaka keeps control of Shinoki as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tisoaka keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Shinoki 's efforts to push away.#BC#
Shinoki manages to break the clinch.
Tisoaka throws a low kick but it's checked well by Shinoki .
Tisoaka throws a head kick but Shinoki moves out of range.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch but Shinoki swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Shinoki drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tisoaka sprawls and moves away.
A cross from Tisoaka lands.
Shinoki is looking to clinch but Tisoaka is avoiding it.
Tisoaka throws a head kick but Shinoki moves out of range.
#CL2#
Tisoaka fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Shinoki , pushing him back against the ropes.#T2#
Tisoaka keeps control of Shinoki as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A short uppercut from Tisoaka. #BC2#
Tisoaka breaks the clinch.
Tisoaka tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Shinoki paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tisoaka lands a big head kick that sends Shinoki to the canvas! Tisoaka follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Katuro Tisoaka!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Katuro Tisoaka made sure he mentioned Mizuko, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
In defeat, Naya Shinoki stepped up to the mic, saying ' Didn't go my way I will come back stronger Congrats to my opponent an best of luck in the future thanks you all for the support'.
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D2): Finals - Round 3
Date: Oct 18, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka and Scott Fleming. Tisoaka comes into the arena with Festivo blaring out of the sound system. Fleming is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by T.N.T.. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Scott Fleming!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Aafke Stam and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tisoaka tries to keep at a distance but Fleming has taken the fight into the clinch.
Fleming has Tisoaka pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tisoaka manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Tisoaka gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Fleming.
Tisoaka is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Fleming pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fleming has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tisoaka avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Katuro Tisoaka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Scott Fleming.
Fleming is fighting off a takedown attempt but Tisoaka is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Fleming to the mat. Fleming regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (0) Fleming
Tisoaka postures up.
Fleming tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fleming wants to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has moved into half guard.
Fleming is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fleming keeps trying to improve his position.
Fleming looking for submissions off his back.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fleming looking for subs from the bottom but Tisoaka mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (5) vs (0) Fleming
Tisoaka looking to control and managing it successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fleming gets back to half guard.
Tisoaka looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Fleming wants to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying to mount his opponent but Fleming defends it.
Fleming wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
Tisoaka content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Fleming works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fleming throws his legs up looking for a submission but Tisoaka uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (8) vs (0) Fleming
Fleming tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tisoaka wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Fleming will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
You can see the frustration on Fleming's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Fleming tries to improve position but can't.
Tisoaka happy to just control the position for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tisoaka gets to mount! Fleming was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (10) vs (0) Fleming
Fleming really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Tisoaka manages to capitalize on a mistake by Fleming to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (13) vs (0) Fleming
That's four minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Fleming's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Tisoaka gets his hands free as Fleming looks to control.
Fleming tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Good control from Tisoaka.
Fleming tries to escape but Tisoaka has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Fleming looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Fleming is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
I really don't envy Fleming right now.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Fleming is still trying to improve position.
Fleming 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.
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.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Fleming's back as he tries to escape.
Fleming manages to reverse the position and now he's in Tisoaka's guard. Nice work there by Fleming.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (13) vs (2) Fleming
Fleming trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka has Fleming pulled in close to control his posture.
Tisoaka throws his legs up looking for a submission but Fleming uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (13) vs (5) Fleming
Tisoaka gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Fleming is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Fleming seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tisoaka does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Fleming is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tisoaka sees it coming and defends easily.
Fleming wants to take a breather but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Fleming is working for a kimura but Tisoaka is defending it quite comfortably.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Fleming wants to take a breather but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Fleming tries to pass to full mount but Tisoaka defends it.
Tisoaka is trying to get back to full guard.
Fleming wants to free his trapped foot but Tisoaka is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tisoaka trying to control from the bottom.
Fleming is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Fleming tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tisoaka knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is looking for a sweep. Fleming is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tisoaka gets back to full guard.
Tisoaka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Fleming's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (15) vs (5) Fleming
Fleming tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fleming trying to control the position.
Fleming being controlled here, momentarily.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Fleming looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fleming is trying to control the position but Tisoaka postures up.
Fleming working for a triangle but Tisoaka defends it easily.
Fleming working for a triangle but Tisoaka defends it easily.
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from Fleming.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Fleming wants to sweep here but Tisoaka controlling him for the moment.
Fleming is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tisoaka defends well.
Fleming is trying to control the position but Tisoaka postures up.
Fleming has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tisoaka 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 Fleming. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (18) vs (5) Fleming
Fleming tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka happy to just control the position for now.
Tisoaka works to advance to full mount. Fleming defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (20) vs (5) Fleming
Fleming tries to lock up and control but Tisoaka gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Fleming tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Fleming prevents Tisoaka from taking his back.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Fleming keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Fleming is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Tisoaka content just to control the position here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Fleming is wriggling around trying to escape.
Fleming tries to hold on but Tisoaka pushes him away.
Fleming is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Fleming is controlling an arm, preventing Tisoaka from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Fleming wants to control but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Tisoaka 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 fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Fleming is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Fleming is desperately trying to improve his position but Tisoaka has a good base and remains in mount.
Tisoaka wants to take Fleming's back here but Fleming is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Fleming is trying to reverse the position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (23) vs (5) Fleming
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fleming tries to break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 23 to 5.
Katuro Tisoaka is the new light heavyweight champion!
A victorious Katuro Tisoaka 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 13 (205lbs, D2): Finals - Round 2
Date: Oct 17, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka and Dido Vicini. Tisoaka comes to the cage accompanied by Festivo. The crowd seem to be enjoying Vicini's choice of entrance music: Mother. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Dido Vicini 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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Dido Vicini!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Albert Achterberg and Wagner Zegers.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vicini shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (2) Vicini
Tisoaka 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 working a defensive guard here.
Vicini trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vicini is looking to advance position but Tisoaka has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Tisoaka (4) vs (2) Vicini
Vicini regains half guard.
Tisoaka is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vicini holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vicini wants to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka content to control rather than advance.
Tisoaka passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (7) vs (2) Vicini
Vicini really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Tisoaka controlling from mount.
Vicini sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vicini tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
Vicini trying to get back to full guard but Tisoaka takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (10) vs (2) Vicini
Tisoaka content just to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vicini can't escape the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vicini is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Vicini is trying to reverse the position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (13) vs (2) Vicini
Vicini trying to control but not successfully.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Vicini rolls, trying to escape but Tisoaka keeps control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vicini keeps trying to improve his position.
Vicini 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.
Tisoaka not allowing Vicini to control his hands.
Vicini can't escape the position.
Tisoaka has good solid back control here.
Tisoaka is not going to allow Vicini to sit and survive in this position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
I really don't envy Vicini right now.
Tisoaka just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Vicini is in bad spot here.
Tisoaka controls the action.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Vicini tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Vicini tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Vicini is trying to escape the mount.
Tisoaka controlling from the full mount.
Vicini wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (16) vs (2) Vicini
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Vicini tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Tisoaka really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Vicini.
Tisoaka is trying to stick to Vicini's back but Vicini is turning into Tisoaka. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Tisoaka's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Vicini. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (16) vs (4) Vicini
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying to control the position.
Vicini won't allow Tisoaka to sweep him here.
Vicini tries to free his leg and advance position but Tisoaka is retaining full guard.
Tisoaka is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vicini trying to control but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Vicini trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Vicini forces his way into half guard.
Vicini trying to control the action but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Vicini tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tisoaka knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Still in half guard, Vicini seems content to control.
Tisoaka wants to improve his position but Vicini is controlling well.
Vicini has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (16) vs (7) Vicini
Vicini wants to control the pace but Tisoaka is squirming around nicely.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Vicini is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Tisoaka tries to reverse the position but Vicini maintains control.
Tisoaka is working hard here to advance position.
Vicini wants to control the pace but Tisoaka is squirming around nicely.
Vicini fails to advance to Tisoaka's back.
Vicini content just to control the position here.
Vicini wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Vicini looking to control but Tisoaka is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tisoaka sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Vicini wants to pass the guard but Tisoaka is defending well.
Tisoaka slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vicini defends well.
Tisoaka keeping full guard, as Vicini tries to pass.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying to control the position.
Tisoaka is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Vicini is aware though and is defending well.
Vicini postures up.
Vicini trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vicini tries to free his leg and advance position but Tisoaka is retaining full guard.
Tisoaka wants to sweep here but Vicini controlling him for the moment.
Tisoaka wants to improve his position but instead Vicini has moved into half guard.
Vicini controlling the action here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka gets back to full guard.
Vicini pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tisoaka is keeping the position for now.
Vicini trying to control but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vicini is one step ahead there.
Vicini pushes down on Tisoaka's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tisoaka makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tisoaka.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Vicini trying to control but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka trying to keep a closed guard but Vicini is proving a slippery customer.
Tisoaka 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.
Vicini passes into half guard.
Vicini is keen to just control but Tisoaka is a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka trying to hold on to Vicini's head to control him but Vicini postures up.
Vicini trying to mount his opponent but Tisoaka defends it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 16 to 7.
Our winner, Katuro Tisoaka, 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, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Oct 16, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka and The Metaphysical Magician. Tisoaka comes into the arena with Festivo blaring out of the sound system. On his way into the cage it seems that Katuro Tisoaka has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Katuro Tisoaka seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; The Metaphysical Magician!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Daniel Blasius and Radbod Blank.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tisoaka looking to score a takedown here. Magician is defending well but Tisoaka drives through and ends up in Magician's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (2) vs (0) Magician
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from Magician.
Tisoaka 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.
Tisoaka won't allow Magician to sweep him here.
Magician not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Magician has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Magician wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Tisoaka is now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka prevents Magician from improving his position.
Magician looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka tries to pass the half guard into mount. Magician knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Magician has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tisoaka is working away from the top position though.
Tisoaka trying to mount his opponent but Magician defends it.
Magician is trying to get back to full guard.
Magician moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Magician looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magician working a defensive guard but Tisoaka passes into half guard.
Magician looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tisoaka is thwarting Magician's attempts to control the position.
Well, if Tisoaka 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.
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but Magician defending well.
Magician is trying to control but Tisoaka passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (5) vs (0) Magician
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magician tries to bench press Tisoaka off him but Tisoaka keeps the position.
Magician is still trying to improve position.
You can see the frustration on Magician's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Magician is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Tisoaka is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (7) vs (0) Magician
Tisoaka controlling from mount.
Magician is looking to improve his position but Tisoaka isn't that keen on the idea.
Tisoaka 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 four minutes gone in the round.
Magician is wriggling around trying to escape.
Magician 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.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Magician is working to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Magician is holding on tight.
Magician tries to hold on but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka 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.
Magician tries to reverse the position but Tisoaka maintains control.
Magician is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Magician is working to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka controlling from the full mount.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Magician tries to hold on but Tisoaka pushes him away.
Magician tries to reverse the position but Tisoaka maintains control.
Magician wants to hold on but Tisoaka pushes him away.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Magician wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (10) vs (0) Magician
Tisoaka has the hooks in. Magician is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka gets his hands free as Magician looks to control.
Magician tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
Magician wants to control his opponent's hands but Tisoaka gets his hands free.
Tisoaka 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.
I really don't envy Magician right now.
Tisoaka really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Magician.
Magician looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Tisoaka keeps control of the position as Magician tries to break free.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Magician wants to control his opponent's hands but Tisoaka gets his hands free.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Magician's back as he tries to escape.
Tisoaka is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Tisoaka is not going to allow Magician to sit and survive in this position.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Magician's back as he tries to escape.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Magician can't escape the position.
Magician is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka doesn't have the hooks in and Magician manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (10) vs (2) Magician
Magician stopping the sweep attempt from Tisoaka.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tisoaka is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (12) vs (2) Magician
Tisoaka sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Magician's guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Well, if Tisoaka 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.
Magician is trying to control but can't.
Tisoaka passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (15) vs (2) Magician
Magician 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: Tisoaka (15) vs (4) Magician
Magician must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Magician trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tisoaka is trying to control the position but Magician postures up.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Tisoaka looking to hit a scissor sweep but Magician is one step ahead there.
Tisoaka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magician's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (17) vs (4) Magician
Magician wants to control the position but Tisoaka says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Magician is trying to control but Tisoaka passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (20) vs (4) Magician
Magician sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Magician is trying to control but can't.
Still in half guard, Tisoaka seems content to control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Magician is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily.
Magician has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tisoaka is working away from the top position though.
Tisoaka is taking a breather. Magician 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.
Magician is trying is best to control the position here.
Magician with the active half guard here but Tisoaka passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (23) vs (4) Magician
Magician trying to control but Tisoaka flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (26) vs (4) Magician
Tisoaka is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Magician trying to control the action but Tisoaka just sinks the hooks in.
Magician rolls, trying to escape but Tisoaka keeps control of the position.
Magician trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Magician is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Magician trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
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.
Magician tries to break free.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling from the back.
You can see the frustration on Magician's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Tisoaka biding his time, controlling Magician.
Magician wants to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka gets his hands free as Magician looks to control.
Tisoaka has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Magician's body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 26 to 4.
Katuro Tisoaka thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Miilo Nurkkanen and Katuro Tisoaka. Nurkkanen's entrance music is When im gone remixed by DJ Darkjuice . A fine choice. Tisoaka has chosen Festivo as his entrance music. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Miilo Nurkkanen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Shirou Masuda, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Sosuke Kotani.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tisoaka drives through with a takedown into Nurkkanen's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nurkkanen (0) vs (2) Tisoaka
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.
Tisoaka avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nurkkanen can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tisoaka controls the pace.
Nurkkanen looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurkkanen looking for a guillotine here but Tisoaka defends easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Nurkkanen'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 controls from within his opponent's guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka is pushing down on Nurkkanen's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nurkkanen is fighting to maintain full guard but Tisoaka has managed to sneak the leg through.
Nurkkanen looking for submissions off his back.
Nurkkanen is looking to get back to full guard here but Tisoaka has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Nurkkanen (0) vs (5) Tisoaka
Nurkkanen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Nurkkanen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nurkkanen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nurkkanen prevents Tisoaka from improving position.
Nurkkanen can't do much from the bottom here.
Nurkkanen is looking to reverse the position.
A lull in the action here as Tisoaka stalls from top position.
You can see the frustration on Nurkkanen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nurkkanen tries to buck Tisoaka off but Tisoaka is having none of it.
The referee asks Tisoaka politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Tisoaka prefers to stall for the moment though.
Nurkkanen tries to buck Tisoaka off but Tisoaka is having none of it.
Nurkkanen trying to remain calm as Tisoaka controls from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurkkanen tries to buck Tisoaka off but Tisoaka is having none of it.
A lull in the action here.
Nurkkanen manages to work his way to half guard, despite Tisoaka's best efforts.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nurkkanen looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nurkkanen with the active half guard here but Tisoaka passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Nurkkanen (0) vs (8) Tisoaka
A lull in the action here as Tisoaka stalls from top position.
Nurkkanen tries to buck Tisoaka off but Tisoaka is having none of it.
A control attempt from Nurkkanen but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Nurkkanen (0) vs (10) Tisoaka
Tisoaka avoids the attempt from Nurkkanen to control.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Nurkkanen regains half guard.
Nurkkanen trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Tisoaka manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Nurkkanen (0) vs (13) Tisoaka
Nurkkanen is in all sorts of trouble here.
Nurkkanen is working hard here to advance position.
Nurkkanen slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tisoaka looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Tisoaka 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.
Nurkkanen actively working from the bottom here.
Nurkkanen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily.
Nurkkanen looking for submissions off his back.
Tisoaka passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Nurkkanen (0) vs (16) Tisoaka
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nurkkanen is trying to reverse the position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Nurkkanen (0) vs (19) Tisoaka
Nurkkanen tries to escape the position.
Tisoaka really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Nurkkanen.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Nurkkanen turns into Tisoaka and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nurkkanen (2) vs (19) Tisoaka
Tisoaka looking to control.
Nurkkanen showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Tisoaka looking to control.
Nurkkanen looking to pass the guard.
Tisoaka looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nurkkanen is one step ahead there.
Nurkkanen pushing down on Tisoaka's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Nurkkanen prevents Tisoaka from improving his position.
Nurkkanen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tisoaka knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Nurkkanen is thwarting Tisoaka's attempts to control the position.
Tisoaka is staying active underneath Nurkkanen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Well, if Nurkkanen 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 ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tries to roll over but Nurkkanen keeps him under control.
Tisoaka has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nurkkanen is working away from the top position though.
Tisoaka works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tisoaka looking for a guillotine here but Nurkkanen defends easily.
Nurkkanen is stalling in the full guard.
Tisoaka keeping moving, preventing Nurkkanen from controlling successfully.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tisoaka can't keep his opponent in guard - Nurkkanen advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tisoaka gets back to full guard.
Nurkkanen is stalling in the full guard.
Tisoaka looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka working a defensive guard here.
Nurkkanen tries to free his leg and advance position but Tisoaka is retaining full guard.
Tisoaka is looking to sweep but instead, Nurkkanen has passed into half guard.
Nurkkanen looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tisoaka wants to improve his position but Nurkkanen is controlling well.
Nurkkanen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tisoaka knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tisoaka manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nurkkanen manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nurkkanen (2) vs (21) Tisoaka
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Nurkkanen keeping full guard, as Tisoaka tries to pass.
Nurkkanen working for submissions but it's allowed Tisoaka to get to half guard.
Nurkkanen looking for a kimura from the bottom but Tisoaka passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nurkkanen (2) vs (24) Tisoaka
Tisoaka 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 Nurkkanen's shoulder. That is not cool.
Nurkkanen is trying to get back to half guard.
Tisoaka controlling from side mount.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka gets to mount! Nurkkanen was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Nurkkanen (2) vs (26) Tisoaka
Nurkkanen is in all sorts of trouble here.
Tisoaka mounts Nurkkanen! Really nice guard pass there!
Nurkkanen is trying to reverse the position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Nurkkanen (2) vs (29) Tisoaka
Tisoaka doesn't have the hooks in and Nurkkanen manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nurkkanen (4) vs (29) Tisoaka
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nurkkanen wants to control from the top but Tisoaka keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka wins on points by 29 to 4.
Katuro Tisoaka thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (205lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka and Don Glover. Tisoaka kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Festivo. 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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Don Glover!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Ren Mimura.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Glover slaps away a takedown attempt from Tisoaka, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Glover instigates a clinch.
Tisoaka is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tisoaka goes for a takedown attempt but Glover pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Glover instigates a clinch.
Tisoaka is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Glover pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Glover lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (2) Glover
Glover 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Glover sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tisoaka's guard.
Glover working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Tisoaka's thigh. Tisoaka counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Tisoaka 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: Tisoaka (2) vs (2) Glover
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka is thwarting Glover's attempts to control the position.
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but Glover defending well.
Tisoaka moves into full mount! Glover won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (5) vs (2) Glover
Glover can't escape the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka manages to capitalize on a mistake by Glover to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (8) vs (2) Glover
You can see the frustration on Glover's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
What can Glover do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tisoaka avoiding Glover 's attempts to control his hands.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Glover tries to break free.
Tisoaka 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.
Glover just trying to survive but Tisoaka is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Tisoaka has the hooks in. Glover is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's four 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.
Tisoaka not allowing Glover to control his hands.
Tisoaka has good solid back control here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Glover is in bad spot 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.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Glover's back as he tries to escape.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Glover trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
What can Glover do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Glover wants to control his opponent's hands but Tisoaka gets his hands free.
Glover turns into Tisoaka and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (8) vs (4) Glover
Tisoaka is trying to keep Glover in close.
Glover pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tisoaka is keeping the position for now.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tisoaka (10) vs (4) Glover
Glover looking for a guillotine here but Tisoaka defends easily.
Glover is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from Glover.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka trying to control but Glover is working from the bottom.
Glover wants to hit a switch here but Tisoaka passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Glover there! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (13) vs (4) Glover
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Glover is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Glover gets back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Glover manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tisoaka controlling from the top position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to pass the guard but Glover is keeping the position.
Tisoaka not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tisoaka trying to control but Glover is working from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tisoaka preventing the sweep.
Glover trying to control the position here.
Tisoaka is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Glover 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 twelve minutes gone in the round.
Glover not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tisoaka controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tisoaka tries to free his leg and advance position but Glover is retaining full guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Glover wants to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has moved into half guard.
Tisoaka trying to control the pace.
Tisoaka prevents Glover from improving his position.
Glover keeps trying to improve his position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Glover is pressing down on Tisoaka's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Glover looking to control but Tisoaka passes into half guard.
Tisoaka wants to pass the guard but Glover is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 13 to 4.
A victorious Katuro Tisoaka 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Morozov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Morozov's corner calls for a 1-2. Morozov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tisoaka leaves Morozov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Morozov shoots in looking for a takedown. Tisoaka tries to sprawl out of it but Morozov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tisoaka manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Some wild striking there from Morozov.
#TD#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Tisoaka avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Morozov 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Morozov is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Morozov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Morozov works over Tisoaka with some ground and pound from guard.
Tisoaka preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Morozov scoring with some ground and pound. #ES#
Tisoaka is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Morozov presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Morozov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tisoaka can't get the takedown.
I was talking to Tisoaka's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Morozov prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Tisoaka changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Morozov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tisoaka closes this distance looking for a takedown but Morozov circles away.#TD2#
Morozov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tisoaka was covering up waiting for the punch and Morozov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Tisoaka might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Morozov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Morozov trying to control but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Morozov prevents Tisoaka from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Morozov trying to control the position from guard on top but Tisoaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Tisoaka wants to stand and escape but Morozov is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Tisoaka shoots in and bounces Morozov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Morozov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tisoaka doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tisoaka manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Morozov 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.#T4#
Morozov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tisoaka controls the pace.
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Morozov for as long as he can get away with.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Morozov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Morozov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but Morozov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Fedor Morozov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Morozov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Morozov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Morozov lands a nice forearm strike.
Morozov landing strikes.
Morozov taking a break here but Tisoaka is having none of it and regains half guard. #ES#
Tisoaka has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Morozov is on him like a limpet, forcing Tisoaka back against the cage.
Morozov working hard to break the clinch.
Tisoaka is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Morozov manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Morozov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Tisoaka has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Morozov is on him like a limpet, forcing Tisoaka back against the cage.#T1#
Tisoaka tries for a takedown but Morozov manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Morozov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Morozov gets the takedown into side control. #ES#
Tisoaka bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#TD#
Tisoaka shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Morozov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Morozov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2##SUB2#
Morozov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tisoaka looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Tisoaka controlling the action here.
Tisoaka works his way into side control. #T3#
Morozov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tisoaka happy to just control the position for now.
Morozov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Morozov looks to move to half guard but instead Tisoaka has passed into mount! Damn!
Tisoaka sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Morozov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Morozov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tisoaka avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Morozov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tisoaka was covering up waiting for the punch and Morozov finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Tisoaka pushes Morozov off and scrambles back to his feet.
Morozov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tisoaka tries to score a power double leg takedown but Morozov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tisoaka somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka shoots for a takedown but Morozov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Morozov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tisoaka keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Katuro Tisoaka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Morozov.
Tisoaka fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Morozov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1##TD#
Tisoaka shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Morozov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Morozov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Tisoaka dives into side control.
#REVB#
Morozov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Morozov looks to move to half guard but instead Tisoaka has passed into mount! Damn!#T2#
Tisoaka looking to control and managing it successfully.
Morozov is working to get back to half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Tisoaka tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Morozov is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Tisoaka takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Morozov tries to improve his position but instead Tisoaka has taken his back!
I really don't envy Morozov right now.
I would not like to be Morozov right now.
Katuro Tisoaka overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Morozov turns into Tisoaka and is now in his guard.
#T4#
Tisoaka wants to stand up but Morozov is controlling him.
Morozov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tisoaka's head.
Morozov pushes down on Tisoaka's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tisoaka is looking to escape.
Morozov throws a strike but Tisoaka avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tisoaka wants to get back to his feet but Morozov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Morozov throws a big elbow that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Katuro Tisoaka.
I think Tisoaka has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Katuro Tisoaka!
Our winner, Katuro Tisoaka, 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.
Fedor Morozov was interviewed post fight and said 'i want rematch'.
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Event:
GFC 26: Pollice verso
Date: Aug 10, 2016 |
#R1#
Tisoaka fails with the takedown
and Johnson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Johnson loads up on a big right hand but Tisoaka slips the punch.
Tisoaka is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tisoaka is trying hard to land a takedown here. Johnson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tisoaka with a poor takedown
and Johnson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Tisoaka decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Johnson is trying to control but Tisoaka manages to pass to mount!
Johnson tries to reverse the position but Tisoaka maintains control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Tisoaka has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Johnson is looking to improve his position but Tisoaka isn't that keen on the idea.
Tisoaka controlling his opponent.
Johnson can't escape the position.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tisoaka controlling from mount.
Johnson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tisoaka controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
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.
Tisoaka forces the positional change into back control.
Johnson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Johnson's back as he tries to escape.
I would not like to be Johnson right now.
Tisoaka seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Johnson for as long as he can get away with.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka gets his hands free as Johnson looks to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Tisoaka tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Johnson defends well and Tisoaka ends up having to push Johnson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Johnson throws a big counter head kick but Tisoaka avoids it with no problem.
Johnson cracks Tisoaka with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka darts in looking for a takedown but Johnson gets double underhooks and turns Tisoaka into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katuro Tisoaka. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Johnson throws the left hand but Tisoaka avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Johnson tries to sprawl but Tisoaka drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Tisoaka sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Johnson is looking to control Tisoaka's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Johnson avoid being mounted?#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tisoaka is stalling in the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tisoaka stopping the sweep attempt from Johnson.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tisoaka controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tisoaka shoots and misses
and Johnson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Johnson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Johnson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#ROC2#
Tisoaka is rocked!
Johnson works Tisoaka's body with a nice hook.
Oh Tisoaka is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Johnson lands a leg kick that knocks Tisoaka off balance momentarily.
Johnson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Johnson weaves into range and cracks Tisoaka right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Tisoaka goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Johnson is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). DeShawn Johnson!
A very excited looking DeShawn Johnson 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.
Katuro Tisoaka spoke after the fight, saying 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
TWGC 12 (185lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 23, 2016 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka and Kelvin Bang. Tisoaka comes into the arena with Festivo blaring out of the sound system. 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 middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Kelvin Bang!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, David Schapiro and Joseph Jones.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Bang shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (2) Bang
Tisoaka is doing well to control the position and prevent Bang from advancing to side control.
Bang is pressing down on Tisoaka's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tisoaka is holding on for now.
Tisoaka actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tisoaka wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bang trying to control the action but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka wants to improve his position but Bang is controlling well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to control but Bang is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bang prevents Tisoaka from improving his position.
Bang perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tisoaka wants to control but Bang is keeping busy.
Tisoaka wants to improve his position but Bang is controlling well.
Bang is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tisoaka defends it well.
Tisoaka wants to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bang trying to control the pace.
Tisoaka controlling the position well.
Bang is trying to work for a kimura but Tisoaka is defending well.
Tisoaka moves into full guard.
Bang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bang passes Tisoaka's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tisoaka is looking for a sweep. Bang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tisoaka is not content to let Bang control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tisoaka gets back to full guard.
Tisoaka looking for a sweep. Not yet Tisoaka, not yet.
Bang passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (5) Bang
Bang wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping him busy.
Bang tries for a kimura but Tisoaka is defending well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka prevents Bang from moving into mount.
Bang trying to control the action but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Bang advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (0) vs (7) Bang
Tisoaka slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tisoaka is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Bang jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (0) vs (10) Bang
Bang wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping him busy.
Tisoaka struggling a bit here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is looking for a sweep.
Bang tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tisoaka is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Bang is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (0) vs (12) Bang
Bang takes Tisoaka's back. Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (0) vs (15) Bang
Tisoaka defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Bang's arms.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bang keeps control of the position as Tisoaka tries to break free.
Tisoaka has hold of Bang's leg, trying to break free but it's let Bang lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Tisoaka is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Bang throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kelvin Bang!
A victorious Kelvin Bang thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Katuro Tisoaka stepped up to the mic, saying 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 12 (185lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 15, 2016 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Katuro Tisoaka and Legionarivs Sakara. Tisoaka comes to the cage accompanied by Festivo. Sakara has chosen The Rise of Sakara as his entrance music. Katuro Tisoaka had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
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 1 wins and 1 losses; Katuro Tisoaka! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Legionarivs Sakara!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Kenichi Hosakawa and Shirou Masuda.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sakara gets tackled into the cage by Tisoaka. Tisoaka maintains the clinch.
Sakara manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Sakara has Tisoaka pulled in close to control his posture.
Tisoaka content to stall in guard here.
Sakara has Tisoaka pulled in close to control his posture.
Tisoaka tries to free his leg and advance position but Sakara is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakara controlling Tisoaka's posture.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (3) vs (0) Sakara
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sakara prevents Tisoaka from improving position.
Sakara is looking to regain half guard here but Tisoaka keeps moving and retains side control.
Tisoaka controls the position.
Sakara is trying to work for a sweep but Tisoaka has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tisoaka (5) vs (0) Sakara
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sakara is looking to improve his position but Tisoaka isn't that keen on the idea.
Sakara is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sakara is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Tisoaka is staying active.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling from mount.
Sakara tries to hold on but Tisoaka postures up.
Sakara tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tisoaka controlling the pace for now.
Sakara really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sakara is still trying to improve position.
Sakara wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Tisoaka (8) vs (0) Sakara
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Sakara's back as he tries to escape.
Tisoaka just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Tisoaka keeps control of the position as Sakara tries to break free.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Good control from Tisoaka.
Tisoaka not allowing Sakara to control his hands.
Sakara rolls, trying to escape but Tisoaka keeps control of the position.
Sakara wants to control his opponent's hands but Tisoaka gets his hands free.
Good control from Tisoaka.
Sakara is in bad spot here.
That's six 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.
Tisoaka keeps control of the position as Sakara tries to break free.
Sakara rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Sakara is holding on to half guard well.
Tisoaka is controlling the pace.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Sakara tries to get to full guard but Tisoaka has control of the leg.
Sakara wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sakara is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tisoaka is taking a breather. Sakara 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.
Sakara is controlling Tisoaka's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Tisoaka looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sakara trying to control but Tisoaka postures up.
Tisoaka prevents Sakara from improving his position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sakara has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tisoaka is working away from the top position though.
Sakara is trying to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka content to control rather than advance.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka wants to pass to mount but Sakara is defending the position.
Sakara preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Tisoaka wants to pass the guard but Sakara is defending well.
Sakara wants to get back to full guard.
Tisoaka trying to pass the guard but Sakara defending well.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Sakara wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
Sakara is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sakara wants to sweep but Tisoaka has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Tisoaka (11) vs (0) Sakara
Tisoaka working away.
Tisoaka is looking to take a break and control but Sakara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Sakara tries to bench press Tisoaka off him but Tisoaka keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on Sakara's face as Tisoaka controls the position.
Sakara tries to bench press Tisoaka off him but Tisoaka keeps the position.
Tisoaka working away.
Sakara tries to bench press Tisoaka off him but Tisoaka keeps the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Sakara can't do much from the bottom here.
Sakara tries to improve position but can't.
Sakara struggling a bit here.
Sakara tries to improve position but can't.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controlling the position from side mount.
Tisoaka tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
A lull in the action here as Tisoaka stalls from top position.
Sakara prevents Tisoaka from improving position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Katuro Tisoaka 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 12 (185lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 14, 2016 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Iqbal Al Mamood and Katuro Tisoaka. Al Mamood's entrance music is Mamute Pequenino. A fine choice. Tisoaka comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Festivo kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Iqbal Al Mamood 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 Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Iqbal Al Mamood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Katuro Tisoaka!
The judges for this bout are Yasuomi Hirokawa, Ren Mimura and Hirohito Nitta.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Al Mamood clinches up with Tisoaka and pushes him back against the cage.
Al Mamood tries to pull guard but Tisoaka won't allow it.
Tisoaka goes for a takedown attempt but Al Mamood pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tisoaka closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tisoaka lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Al Mamood (0) vs (2) Tisoaka
Al Mamood tries to roll over but Tisoaka keeps him under control.
Al Mamood is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily.
Tisoaka is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Mamood trying to control here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tisoaka content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Al Mamood is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Tisoaka 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 two minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is thwarting Al Mamood's attempts to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Al Mamood wants to improve his position but Tisoaka is controlling well.
Al Mamood wants to control but Tisoaka is keeping busy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka slows the pace down in half guard.
Al Mamood is trying to control but Tisoaka manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Al Mamood (0) vs (5) Tisoaka
Al Mamood tries to reverse the position but Tisoaka maintains control.
Tisoaka content just to control the position here.
Al Mamood is working to get back to half guard.
Al Mamood looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tisoaka looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Tisoaka 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.
Al Mamood is wriggling around trying to escape.
Al Mamood 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: Al Mamood (2) vs (5) Tisoaka
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Al Mamood trying to control but Tisoaka is working from the bottom.
Al Mamood won't allow Tisoaka to sweep him here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Al Mamood postures up.
Tisoaka wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Al Mamood stopping the sweep attempt from Tisoaka.
Al Mamood has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Al Mamood passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Al Mamood (5) vs (5) Tisoaka
Al Mamood is trying to get an arm triangle but Tisoaka is defending well.
Tisoaka is trying to control Al Mamood's posture but Al Mamood avoids it.
Al Mamood tries for a kimura but Tisoaka is defending well.
Tisoaka regains half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Al Mamood seems to be looking for submissions.
Tisoaka is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Al Mamood's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Al Mamood's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Al Mamood (5) vs (9) Tisoaka
I really don't envy Al Mamood right now.
Al Mamood trying to control the hands but Tisoaka won't let him.
Tisoaka controlling from the back.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Al Mamood is trying to break free.
Tisoaka is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Al Mamood looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Al Mamood is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Al Mamood's back as he tries to escape.
Tisoaka really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Al Mamood.
Al Mamood trying to control the action but Tisoaka just sinks the hooks in.
Al Mamood is trying to break free.
Al Mamood trying to control the hands but Tisoaka breaks the grip.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka controls the action.
Al Mamood trying to control the action but Tisoaka just sinks the hooks in.
Al Mamood is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tisoaka.
Tisoaka gets his hands free as Al Mamood looks to control.
Tisoaka controlling from the back.
Al Mamood tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka is not going to allow Al Mamood to sit and survive in this position.
Al Mamood rolls, trying to escape but Tisoaka keeps control of the position.
Tisoaka is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Al Mamood trying to control the position but Tisoaka manages to sink in the hooks.
Tisoaka 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.
Al Mamood tries to break free.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tisoaka 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.
Well, with Tisoaka on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Al Mamood is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tisoaka's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tisoaka is hanging on to Al Mamood's back as he tries to escape.
Tisoaka is riding his opponent, not letting Al Mamood buck him off.
You can see the frustration on Al Mamood's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
I would not like to be Al Mamood right now.
Al Mamood tries to roll but Tisoaka sticks to his back.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Al Mamood trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Good control from Tisoaka.
Al Mamood tries to escape but Tisoaka has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Tisoaka keeps control of the position easily here as Al Mamood tries to buck him off.
Al Mamood tries to escape but Tisoaka has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tisoaka controlling from the back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tisoaka wins on points by 9 to 5.
A relieved looking Katuro Tisoaka thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
GFC 13: Carter va Kint
Date: Jun 25, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Tisoaka fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cider , pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Tisoaka has clasped his hands together around Cider 's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Cider is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Cider is not content to let Tisoaka control the position.
Cider is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Tisoaka has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Tisoaka wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cider keeps working.
Tisoaka remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cider is pushing Tisoaka's head away, looking to escape. Tisoaka manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB#
Tisoaka tries for a kimura but Cider is defending well. #T1#
Cider is trying to get back to his feet.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB#
Tisoaka is working to tighten his grip on Cider 's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Cider has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Tisoaka is really squeezing tight and eventually Cider passes out! Tisoaka breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Katuro Tisoaka!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Katuro Tisoaka waved his t-shirt featuring Sun-Tzu's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
GFC 9: Battle of Neva
Date: Jun 04, 2016 |
#R1#
Tisoaka on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tisoaka shoots in looking for a takedown. White tries to sprawl out of it but Tisoaka keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. White manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A lazy left from White finds it's target.
Tisoaka takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
White throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tisoaka stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#KD2#
White lands a big head kick that sends Tisoaka tumbling to the mat! White takes a step backwards and waves Tisoaka back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Tisoaka is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
White looks for a left high kick but can't connect. White backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Tisoaka's temple! It sends Tisoaka violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as White celebrates and the doctors try to help Tisoaka!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Eddie White!
During a confident post fight interview, Eddie White thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Katuro Tisoaka was interviewed post fight and said 'I fall but RIZE again!!!!!!'.
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Event:
Showa Day !!! We Love Emporers
Date: Apr 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Smith avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#TD2#
Tisoaka scores with a takedown into Smith's guard.
Tisoaka controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Smith is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tisoaka is aware though and is defending well.
Tisoaka scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Tisoaka avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tisoaka distracts Smith with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Tisoaka trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom.
Tisoaka lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tisoaka looking to pass the guard.
Tisoaka loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Smith escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tisoaka gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Smith working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tisoaka doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tisoaka manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Tisoaka with a flurry of punches that miss.
Tisoaka pushing down on Smith's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Tisoaka is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Smith definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tisoaka not doing much here.
#SUB#
Smith is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily.
Smith is looking for a sweep. Tisoaka is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tisoaka is trying to control. Smith wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tisoaka controlling the action here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Smith wants to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB#
Smith is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily.
Tisoaka is trying to control. Smith wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Smith looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tisoaka thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Smith's head.
Nice strikes from Tisoaka there. #SUB#
Smith looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Smith looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Smith is breathing heavily.
Tisoaka trying to control the action but Smith is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Smith looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Tisoaka is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Smith has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tisoaka trying to control the action but Smith is working from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3##SUB#
Smith is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tisoaka pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Tisoaka winds up and cracks Smith with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Smith keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Tisoaka is looking to take a break and control but Smith is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tisoaka wants to free his trapped foot but Smith is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tisoaka trying to control from half guard but Smith is working away. #SUB2#
Tisoaka is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Smith has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tisoaka performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Tisoaka works his way into side control. #T4#
Smith is looking for a sweep.
Tisoaka trying to control the action but Smith is working from the bottom.
Smith is looking to regain half guard here but Tisoaka keeps moving and retains side control.
Tisoaka trying to control the position but Smith is working away.
Tisoaka is chipping away with strikes.
Tisoaka landing strikes.
Tisoaka taking a breather here.
Tisoaka throws an elbow but Smith slips to the side and avoids it well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The strikes coming from Tisoaka are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Smith is working to avoid the ground and pound but Tisoaka connects with a decent elbow.
Smith is not content to let Tisoaka control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katuro Tisoaka dominated that round.
That's time! Smith's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Tisoaka shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Smith is trying to defend but Tisoaka finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ROC2#
Smith is rocked!#SUB#
Smith looking for submissions off his back.
Smith is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tisoaka scores with a big shot! Smith's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Smith! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Katuro Tisoaka!
Katuro Tisoaka took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Sun-Tzu for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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