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Event:
TWGC 28 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski (ranked 12741 p4p, 0 weight class) and David Morrison (ranked 1854 p4p, 196 weight class). Putski comes to the cage accompanied by Aids . Morrison has chosen Diary of a Madman as his entrance music. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 11 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 14 losses; David Morrison!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Columbo Gatti and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Putski shoots in but no luck this time.
Morrison drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Putski (0) vs (4) Morrison
Putski holds on to Morrison's head and controls the position momentarily.
Morrison tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Morrison has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Morrison just content to control the position.
Morrison tries to move into full mount but can't pass Putski's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Putski 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.
Putski is looking to regain half guard here but Morrison keeps moving and retains side control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Morrison content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Putski can't do much from the bottom here.
Putski is not content to let Morrison control the position.
Putski is trying to control Morrison's posture but Morrison avoids it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Morrison tries to move into full mount but can't pass Putski's legs.
Putski tries to improve position but can't.
Morrison controls the position.
Putski is trying to improve his position.
Morrison tries to move to mount but Putski blocks the move with his legs.
Putski struggling a bit here.
Putski gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morrison trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Morrison seems content to control.
Morrison's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Putski holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Putski is trying to maintain the position but Morrison is very close to passing his half guard.
Morrison is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Morrison seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Putski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Putski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski moves into full guard.
Putski has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Morrison can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Putski is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Morrison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Putski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Morrison content to stall in guard here.
Morrison wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Putski wants to sweep here but Morrison controlling him for the moment.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Morrison wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Morrison being controlled here momentarily.
Morrison pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Putski is keeping the position for now.
Putski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Putski throws his legs up looking for a submission but Morrison uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (0) vs (7) Morrison
You can see the frustration on Putski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Putski tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Morrison presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Putski (0) vs (9) Morrison
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Morrison wants to pass to mount but Putski is defending the position.
Putski wants to control but Morrison is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Morrison is looking to advance position but Putski won't allow it.
Putski is looking to improve his position.
Morrison trying to control from half guard but Putski is working away.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Morrison has control of the leg.
Putski is working hard here to advance position.
Putski won't allow Morrison to pass to mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying to maintain the position but Morrison is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morrison wants to control but Putski is keeping him busy.
Morrison with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Morrison trying to control from half guard but Putski is working away.
Morrison might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Putski haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Putski is trying to control but can't.
Morrison prevents Putski from improving his position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to control here.
Morrison moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (0) vs (12) Morrison
Morrison trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.
Morrison 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 Putski's shoulder. That is not cool.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Morrison has control of the leg.
Morrison frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (0) vs (15) Morrison
Putski is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Morrison tries to control but Putski wriggling away.
Morrison moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Putski (0) vs (18) Morrison
Well,Putski is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Morrison has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Morrison doesn't have the hooks in and Putski manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (18) Morrison
Morrison wants to sweep but no luck.
Putski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Putski sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Morrison's guard.
Putski not doing much here.
Morrison tries to get to full guard but Putski has control of the leg.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski slows the pace down in half guard.
Putski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Morrison does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Morrison gets full guard.
Morrison can't keep his opponent in guard - Putski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Morrison is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Putski's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Putski's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Putski (2) vs (22) Morrison
Putski rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Morrison wants to free his trapped foot but Putski is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Putski is looking for a sweep. Morrison is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Putski trying to control from the bottom.
Morrison wants to take a breather but Putski is having none of it.
Putski is looking for a sweep. Morrison is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morrison passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (2) vs (25) Morrison
And that's the end of the fight!
Morrison wins on points by 25 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, David Morrison thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Ivan Putski spoke after the fight, saying 'Ok, next time. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 28 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Feb 14, 2020 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski (ranked 12793 p4p, 0 weight class) and Masa Wasa (ranked 1787 p4p, 111 weight class). Putski comes to the cage accompanied by Aids . Wasa comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Welcome To The Jungle kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Ivan Putski had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 11 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 16 losses; Masa Wasa!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Anthony Taglia and Steve Montenegro.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Wasa decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Putski (0) vs (2) Wasa
Putski won't allow Wasa to pass to mount.
Putski wants to improve his position but Wasa is controlling well.
Wasa wants to lay and pray for a moment but Putski keeps working.
Putski is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Putski'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.
Putski gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski controls Wasa momentarily but Wasa frees himself.
Wasa is fighting to break Putski's control of his arms but Putski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wasa trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski has Wasa pulled in close to control his posture.
Putski can't keep his opponent in guard - Wasa advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski is trying to maintain the position but Wasa is very close to passing his half guard.
Wasa is trying to work for a kimura but Putski is defending well.
Putski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wasa's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wasa's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Putski (4) vs (2) Wasa
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Putski is controlling the position but Wasa somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Putski prevents Wasa from improving his position.
Putski perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Putski'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.
Wasa wants to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski is controlling the pace.
Wasa is looking to improve his position.
Putski moves into full mount! Wasa won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (7) vs (2) Wasa
Wasa is looking to get to half guard.
Putski controlling the position easily from mount.
Putski wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wasa is squirming around, avoiding Putski's attempts to control the action.
Putski controlling from the full mount.
Wasa tries to hold on but Putski pushes him away.
Putski controlling from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wasa is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski is looking to work his way around to Wasa's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Putski is working hard here to advance position.
Wasa can't escape the position.
Putski controlling the pace for now.
Wasa really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Putski controlling from mount.
Putski looking to control but Wasa is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Wasa slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Wasa tries to get to full guard but Putski has control of the leg.
Wasa is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Putski is trying to control the action in half guard but Wasa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Putski sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Putski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wasa keeps working.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Wasa trying to control from the bottom.
Putski slows the pace down in half guard.
Putski works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (10) vs (2) Wasa
Wasa 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.
Putski looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Wasa tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Putski wants to control the pace but Wasa is squirming around nicely.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Wasa manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Wasa tries to get to full guard but Putski has control of the leg.
Putski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wasa does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Wasa is trying to get back to full guard.
Putski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Wasa tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (13) vs (2) Wasa
Putski controlling from the full mount.
Putski is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Wasa to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Wasa shrugs it off.
Wasa slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Putski is controlling the pace.
Putski is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Wasa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Putski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Putski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Putski looking to pass the guard.
Wasa is looking to sweep but instead, Putski has passed into half guard.
Wasa is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, Putski seems content to control.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wasa does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Wasa tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
Putski content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Putski trying to control the action but Wasa is working from the bottom.
Putski sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Putski prevents Wasa from improving his position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Wasa wants to get back to full guard but Putski has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (16) vs (2) Wasa
Wasa is desperately trying to improve his position but Putski has a good base and remains in mount.
Putski trying to control but Wasa is having none of it.
Putski working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Putski is trying to take his opponent's back.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski has control of Wasa's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Wasa regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Wasa tries to lock up and control but Putski gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Putski pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Putski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Wasa is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Putski trying to control but Wasa is having none of it.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Wasa really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Putski wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Putski controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski takes the fight on points by 16 to 2.
A very excited looking Ivan Putski made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 28 (135lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 05, 2020 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski (ranked 13135 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kazuka Fuujin (ranked 86 p4p, 0 weight class). Putski's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Aids . Fuujin has chosen a lot of Asian swag in this young man as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 11 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 15 losses; Kazuka Fuujin!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Hirohito Nitta.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Fuujin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Putski (0) vs (4) Fuujin
Putski tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Fuujin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Putski is being controlled here.
Fuujin passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Putski! Score +2 for reaching mount: Putski (0) vs (6) Fuujin
Putski is trying desperately to improve position.
Putski tries to hold on but Fuujin postures up.
Fuujin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fuujin tries to control but Putski wriggling away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski is wriggling around trying to escape.
Putski wants to control but Fuujin is having none of it.
Putski slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Fuujin seems content to control.
Putski wants to get back to full guard.
Putski is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Putski is staying active underneath Fuujin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Putski trying to control but Fuujin postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Putski is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Fuujin is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Fuujin has control of the leg.
Fuujin is thwarting Putski's attempts to control the position.
Putski moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fuujin is one step ahead there.
Putski seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Putski'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.
Fuujin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Fuujin won't allow Putski to sweep him here.
Putski controls Fuujin momentarily but Fuujin frees himself.
Putski has Fuujin pulled in close to control his posture.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski being controlled here, momentarily.
Fuujin wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Fuujin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Fuujin wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Putski wants to sweep here but Fuujin controlling him for the moment.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Putski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fuujin manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (6) Fuujin
Putski pushing down on Fuujin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski trying to control the pace.
Putski seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Fuujin for as long as he can get away with.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Fuujin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Fuujin is staying active underneath Putski, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Putski seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Fuujin is defending well.
Fuujin tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Putski has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (5) vs (6) Fuujin
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Putski wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Putski controlling the position easily from mount.
Putski continues to stall.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin tries to hold on but Putski pushes him away.
Putski wants to take his opponent's back but Fuujin doesn't allow it.
Fuujin 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: Putski (5) vs (8) Fuujin
Fuujin trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fuujin tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Let's hope that Fuujin 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.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fuujin is one step ahead there.
Fuujin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski is pulling down on Fuujin's head to control his posture.
Fuujin trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski controls Fuujin momentarily but Fuujin frees himself.
Putski wants to sweep here but Fuujin controlling him for the moment.
Fuujin 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 eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to sweep here but Fuujin controlling him for the moment.
Fuujin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Putski is trying to control the position but Fuujin postures up.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski can't keep his opponent in guard - Fuujin advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Fuujin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Putski keeps working.
Fuujin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Fuujin is controlling the pace.
We've been informed that Fuujin has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Putski works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski 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: Putski (7) vs (8) Fuujin
Putski is looking for a kimura but Fuujin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Putski to get the leverage.
Fuujin is trying to get back to full guard.
Putski content to control rather than advance.
Putski is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Fuujin! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (10) vs (8) Fuujin
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski controlling his opponent.
Fuujin can't escape the position.
Putski looking to control but Fuujin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Putski is really struggling to control Fuujin but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Fuujin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski content just to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski takes the fight on points by 10 to 8.
During a confident post fight interview, Ivan Putski thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
ADWGC 11
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Waldo Claudiano (ranked 5702 p4p, 422 weight class) and Ivan Putski (ranked 13622 p4p, 498 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Putski's choice of entrance music: Aids . Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 13 losses; Waldo Claudiano! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 11 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Steve Smith and Dillan Fox.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Claudiano is fighting off a takedown attempt but Putski is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Claudiano to the mat. Claudiano regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Claudiano (0) vs (2) Putski
Putski postures up.
Putski drops back looking for a leg! Claudiano is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Claudiano manages to kick Putski off! Putski jumps back into Claudiano's guard.
Claudiano keeping full guard, as Putski tries to pass.
Claudiano not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Claudiano keeping full guard, as Putski tries to pass.
Putski forces his way into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Claudiano is not content to let Putski control the position.
Claudiano trying to control from the bottom.
Claudiano's coaches at EMPIRE BJJ Academy 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.
Putski seems to be looking for submissions.
Claudiano is staying active underneath Putski, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Putski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Claudiano is just riding it out for now. Putski eventually gives up the hold.
Putski trying to mount his opponent but Claudiano defends it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Claudiano manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Claudiano can't keep his opponent in guard - Putski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Putski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Claudiano doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Putski.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Claudiano is pressing down on Putski's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Putski wants to control from the top but Claudiano keeps moving.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Claudiano is keeping the position.
Claudiano working a defensive guard here.
Putski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Claudiano swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Putski pushing down on Claudiano's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Claudiano might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
Claudiano slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Claudiano is looking for a triangle but Putski pushes his legs off easily.
Putski slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Claudiano (0) vs (5) Putski
Putski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Putski is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Claudiano is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano sneaks back into half guard.
Putski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Claudiano knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Putski is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Claudiano still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Claudiano has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Claudiano (4) vs (5) Putski
Claudiano just content to control the position.
Putski is looking for a sweep.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Putski has escaped the position, nice work there.
Claudiano goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Putski rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Claudiano's guard! Nice work there by Putski! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Claudiano (4) vs (7) Putski
Claudiano had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Putski defends it easily.
Claudiano trying to control the position.
Claudiano is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Claudiano keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano keeping full guard, as Putski tries to pass.
Putski slips nicely into half guard.
Claudiano wants to improve his position but Putski is controlling well.
Putski trying to pass the guard but Claudiano defending well.
Putski wants to take a breather but Claudiano is having none of it.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working for a submission of some sort.
Claudiano works his way to full guard. Good work.
Putski passes Claudiano's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Putski wants to work for an arm triangle but Claudiano is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Claudiano is doing well to control the position and prevent Putski from advancing to side control.
Claudiano looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Claudiano.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski passes Claudiano's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Claudiano is looking for a sweep. Putski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Claudiano wants to control but Putski is keeping busy.
Claudiano slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Claudiano is keeping the position.
Claudiano is trying to control the position but Putski postures up.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Claudiano (4) vs (10) Putski
Putski trying to control the action but Claudiano is working from the bottom.
Claudiano struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here as Putski stalls from top position.
Claudiano tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Putski presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Claudiano (4) vs (12) Putski
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Putski pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Putski prevents Claudiano from getting the reversal.
Putski takes Claudiano's back. Score +3 for taking back: Claudiano (4) vs (15) Putski
Putski working for a choke but Claudiano is defending well.
Putski is looking for the choke from the back position but Claudiano is controlling his hands well.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here.
Putski patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Putski doesn't have the hooks in and Claudiano manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Claudiano (6) vs (15) Putski
Well,Claudiano is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Claudiano avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Claudiano 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.
Claudiano wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski keeping full guard, as Claudiano tries to pass.
Putski wants to sweep here but Claudiano controlling him for the moment.
Putski has his hands on Claudiano's head, controlling the position.
Claudiano slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Claudiano looking to pass the guard.
Putski wants to sweep here but Claudiano controlling him for the moment.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Claudiano from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Claudiano (6) vs (17) Putski
Claudiano is trying to keep Putski in close.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski wins on points by 17 to 6.
A very excited looking Ivan Putski made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
ADWGC NY
Date: Mar 01, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tribbiani Joey (ranked 3755 p4p, 306 weight class) and Ivan Putski (ranked 13733 p4p, 442 weight class). Putski comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Aids kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! 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 featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 10 losses; Tribbiani Joey! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 10 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, David Schapiro and Dean Styles.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Joey shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Joey was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Joey (4) vs (0) Putski
Joey controls the position from side control.
Joey trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Joey wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Joey trying to control the position but Putski is working away.
Joey tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Joey has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We've been hearing good reports from Joey'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski is looking for a sweep.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Joey wants to lay and pray for a moment but Putski keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Joey wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Putski, who protects the arm well.
Putski sneaks back into half guard.
Putski wants to improve his position but Joey is controlling well.
Putski keeps trying to improve his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control but Joey is keeping busy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Joey is pressing down on Putski's thigh, looking to free his foot. Putski is holding on for now.
Joey frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Joey (7) vs (0) Putski
Putski is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Joey controlling from mount.
Putski is working to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Joey controlling from the full mount.
Putski 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.
Joey keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Putski looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Joey is looking to take a break and control but Putski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Joey has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Joey wants to take a breather but Putski is having none of it.
Joey is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Putski is just riding it out for now. Joey eventually gives up the hold.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Joey wants to take a breather but Putski is having none of it.
Putski wants to get back to full guard.
Putski trying to control but Joey postures up.
Joey is keen to just control but Putski is a slippery customer.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski gets full guard.
Joey controlling from the top position.
Joey is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Putski is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Putski has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joey (7) vs (2) Putski
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Putski postures up.
Putski 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.
Joey looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Putski puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working for a kimura but Joey is defending it quite comfortably.
Joey is controlling Putski's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Joey won't allow Putski to pass to mount.
Putski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Putski looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Putski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Joey has managed to free his arm - good work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Joey is staying active underneath Putski, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Putski uses his free foot to push down on Joey's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Joey. Score +3 for passing guard: Joey (7) vs (5) Putski
Putski with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Putski wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Putski moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Joey (7) vs (8) Putski
Joey defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Putski's arms.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Joey tries to roll but Putski sticks to his back.
Joey preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Putski.
Joey wants to control his opponent's hands but Putski gets his hands free.
Putski is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Joey is in bad spot here.
Putski tightening his grip on Joey, looking for the choke.
Putski patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Joey trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Joey tries to escape the position.
Joey 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 Putski gets his way!
Joey tries to roll but Putski sticks to his back.
Putski has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Joey breaks Putski's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joey (9) vs (8) Putski
Joey is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Putski is looking for a triangle but Joey pushes his legs off easily.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Joey avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Joey 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.
Putski is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Joey is aware though and is defending well.
Joey controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Joey seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Putski for as long as he can get away with.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Joey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Putski looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Putski looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Joey has picked Putski up and slammed him! Putski can't keep hold of the triangle and Joey manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Joey (12) vs (8) Putski
Joey is looking to take a break and control but Putski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Putski can't do much from the bottom here.
Joey is staying tight to Putski's torso, preventing him from escaping.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Joey wants to control but Putski is keeping him busy.
Putski is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Joey's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Joey looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Putski won't allow Joey to pass to mount.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Joey has control of the leg.
Joey wants to lay and pray for a moment but Putski keeps working.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to improve his position but Joey is controlling well.
Putski looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Joey in particular looking to stall.
Joey continues to stall.
Putski manages to get to full guard.
Joey trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Joey 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.
Putski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Joey gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Joey controlling from the top position.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Joey from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Joey (12) vs (10) Putski
And that's the end of the fight!
Joey takes the fight on points by 12 to 10.
Tribbiani Joey seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Ivan Putski had this to say: 'Ok, next time. '. |
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Event:
ADWGC 1
Date: Feb 16, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kron Silva (ranked 993 p4p, 114 weight class) and Ivan Putski (ranked 13818 p4p, 430 weight class). Putski comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Aids kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Kron Silva! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 9 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Yves DeLean and Gregory Folan.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Putski shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva (0) vs (2) Putski
Silva tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
Putski is trying to work for a kimura but Silva is defending well.
Putski is working for a submission of some sort.
Silva is looking to control Putski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Silva avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Silva is working hard here to advance position.
Putski wants to take a breather but Silva is having none of it.
Putski is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Silva still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Silva has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Silva (4) vs (2) Putski
Silva wants to control but Putski is keeping him busy.
Silva tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Silva has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Silva trying to control the position but Putski is working away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Silva swings around for an armbar but Putski sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Silva's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva (4) vs (4) Putski
Putski advances to half guard.
Putski wants to control but Silva is keeping him busy.
Silva gets back to full guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Putski looking to pass the guard.
Silva tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Putski drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Silva manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Putski has Silva in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva (6) vs (4) Putski
Silva is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Putski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Silva wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silva got a little sloppy there for a moment and Putski has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Silva has managed to get both his arms back between Putski's legs - danger averted.
Silva drops back, looking for a kneebar! Putski looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Putski looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Putski! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Silva (6) vs (8) Putski
Silva can't do much from the bottom here.
We've been hearing good reports from Silva'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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silva is looking to regain half guard here but Putski keeps moving and retains side control.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Silva is not content to let Putski control the position.
Silva tries to improve position but can't.
Silva prevents Putski from moving into mount.
Putski is trying to get an arm triangle but Silva is defending well.
Silva is trying to improve his position.
Putski working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Silva wants to control but Putski postures up.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Silva tries to buck Putski off but Putski is having none of it.
Putski is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Silva has escaped the position, nice work there.
Putski swings around for an armbar but Silva sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Putski's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva (8) vs (8) Putski
Silva is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Putski is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Putski has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva (8) vs (10) Putski
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Silva is keeping the position for now.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Silva trying to control the position.
Putski slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Silva (8) vs (13) Putski
Silva is not content to let Putski control the position.
Silva sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Putski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Silva has managed to free his arm - good work.
Silva wants to get back to full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Silva trying to control from the bottom.
Silva is doing well to control the position and prevent Putski from advancing to side control.
Putski is looking for a kimura but Silva is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Putski to get the leverage.
Silva is looking to improve his position.
Putski stalling away here and it's allowed Silva to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Putski tries to free his leg and advance position but Silva is retaining full guard.
Silva looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Putski advances to half guard.
Silva makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Silva.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Silva controlling the position.
Silva manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Putski manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva (10) vs (13) Putski
Silva stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Putski looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silva pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Putski is keeping the position for now.
Putski looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Silva is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Silva is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Putski is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Putski has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva (10) vs (15) Putski
Silva tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Putski is fighting to break Silva's control of his arms but Silva is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Putski looking to pass the guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Silva looking for a sweep. Not yet Silva, not yet.
Silva wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Putski content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Silva has locked up a guillotine! Silva's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Putski is holding on here and Silva must be using up a lot of energy. Putski has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Silva gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kron Silva!
A less than humble Kron Silva misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Ivan Putski was interviewed post fight and said 'Ok, next time. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 24 (135lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jan 20, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski (ranked 13992 p4p, 615 weight class) and David Morrison Jr. (ranked 2216 p4p, 250 weight class). Putski comes into the arena with Aids blaring out of the sound system. Morrison Jr. has chosen Face The Pain as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. 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 bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 8 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; David Morrison Jr.!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, George Francis and Cecil Peabody.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Putski goes for a double leg but Morrison Jr. avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Morrison Jr. continues to drive forward.
Putski closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Morrison Jr. quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (0) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. wants to improve his position but Putski is controlling well.
Morrison Jr. moves into full guard.
Morrison Jr. 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.
Putski tries to free his leg and advance position but Morrison Jr. is retaining full guard.
Putski trying to control the position from guard on top but Morrison Jr. is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison Jr. isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Putski stacks Morrison Jr. on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Putski! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (5) vs (0) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. manages to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Morrison Jr. is defending well.
Putski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Morrison Jr. sees it coming and defends easily.
Morrison Jr. looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Morrison Jr. wants to control but Putski is keeping busy.
Morrison Jr. regains full guard. Nicely done.
Putski drops back, looking for a kneebar! Morrison Jr. looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Morrison Jr. looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Morrison Jr.! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Putski (5) vs (4) Morrison Jr.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Putski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Morrison Jr. tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Morrison Jr. has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Putski manages to work his way to half guard, despite Morrison Jr.'s best efforts.
Morrison Jr. wants to take a breather but Putski is having none of it.
Morrison Jr. is taking a breather. Putski 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.
Morrison Jr. is working for a kimura but Putski is defending it quite comfortably.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski is in trouble now - Morrison Jr. has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (5) vs (7) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. tries to control but Putski wriggling away.
Putski 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: Putski (7) vs (7) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. working for a triangle but Putski defends it easily.
Morrison Jr. looking to hit a scissor sweep but Putski is one step ahead there.
Our spies down at at Mello MMA inform us that Morrison Jr. has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. can't keep his opponent in guard - Putski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Putski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Morrison Jr. is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Putski is working for a kimura but Morrison Jr. is defending it quite comfortably.
Morrison Jr. is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Morrison Jr. looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morrison Jr. is looking to improve his position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to work for an arm triangle but Morrison Jr. is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Morrison Jr. wants to get back to full guard.
Putski is trying to control the action in half guard but Morrison Jr. is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Putski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Morrison Jr. won't allow Putski to pass to mount.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. wants to improve his position but Putski is controlling well.
Putski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Morrison Jr. wants to improve his position but Putski is controlling well.
Morrison Jr. is trying to maintain the position but Putski is very close to passing his half guard.
Morrison Jr. slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Morrison Jr. keeping full guard, as Putski tries to pass.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Putski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Morrison Jr. keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Morrison Jr. is looking for a triangle but Putski pushes his legs off easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Morrison Jr. is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (7) vs (9) Morrison Jr.
Morrison Jr. trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Morrison Jr. advances to half guard.
Putski slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Putski is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Morrison Jr. is aware though and is defending well.
Putski has his foot on Morrison Jr.'s thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Morrison Jr. works his way back into a safe position though.
Morrison Jr. is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Morrison Jr. stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Putski is looking for a triangle but Morrison Jr. pushes his legs off easily.
Morrison Jr. advances to half guard.
Morrison Jr. seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Putski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Morrison Jr. is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Putski looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski is not content to let Morrison Jr. control the position.
Putski won't allow Morrison Jr. to pass to mount.
Morrison Jr. content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Putski tries to roll over but Morrison Jr. keeps him under control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working hard here to advance position.
Putski slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Putski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Morrison Jr. trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski controls Morrison Jr. momentarily but Morrison Jr. frees himself.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Morrison Jr. from controlling successfully.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to sweep here but Morrison Jr. controlling him for the moment.
Morrison Jr. trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Morrison Jr. 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.
Putski has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Morrison Jr. can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Morrison Jr. wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Morrison Jr. is one step ahead there.
Morrison Jr. wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Morrison Jr. wins on points by 9 to 7.
After winning the bout, David Morrison Jr. thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Ivan Putski was interviewed post fight and said 'Ok, next time. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 17, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gustavo Santos (ranked 2600 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ivan Putski (ranked 14314 p4p, 0 weight class). Putski comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Aids kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Gustavo Santos! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 7 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Paul Aken and Daniel Blasius.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Putski shoots in looking for a takedown. Santos tries to sprawl out of it but Putski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Santos manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Putski gets a double leg takedown into Santos's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Santos (0) vs (2) Putski
Putski engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Santos holds on and takes a little breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Putski postures up.
Santos keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Santos dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Santos (2) vs (2) Putski
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Santos 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 Putski. Score +3 for passing guard: Santos (5) vs (2) Putski
Santos trying to control the position but Putski is working away.
Putski manages to work his way to half guard, despite Santos's best efforts.
Santos tries to pass the half guard into mount. Putski knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Putski tries to roll over but Santos keeps him under control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Santos takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Putski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Putski works his way to full guard. Good work.
Santos controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Putski has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Santos 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 Putski. Score +3 for passing guard: Santos (8) vs (2) Putski
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Santos trying to control the position but Putski is working away.
Putski tries to buck Santos off but Santos is having none of it.
Putski regains half guard.
Santos content to control rather than advance.
Putski is trying to get back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Santos wants to take a breather but Putski is having none of it.
Putski actively working from the bottom here.
Still in half guard, Santos seems content to control.
Putski is trying to get back to full guard.
Putski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Santos's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Santos's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Santos (8) vs (6) Putski
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Santos is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Putski is persistently looking for the submission but Santos is defending it well.
Putski avoiding Santos 's attempts to control his hands.
Santos looking very determined here, making life difficult for Putski.
Santos wants to control his opponent's hands but Putski gets his hands free.
Santos is in a bad position with Putski working for a choke. Santos manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Santos (10) vs (6) Putski
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Santos escapes and throws Putski's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Santos (13) vs (6) Putski
Santos controlling from side mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Santos tries to move to mount but Putski blocks the move with his legs.
Putski regains half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Santos is pushing down on Putski's leg trying to pass to half guard. Putski is fighting to maintain full guard but Santos has managed to sneak the leg through.
Santos is trying to control the action in half guard but Putski is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Santos has control of the leg.
Santos takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Putski is trying to maintain the position but Santos is very close to passing his half guard.
Putski looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control but Santos is keeping busy.
Santos works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Santos (16) vs (6) Putski
Santos wants to control the pace but Putski is squirming around nicely.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski tries to hold on but Santos pushes him away.
Putski is trying to escape the mount.
Santos controlling from mount.
Santos looking to control but Putski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Santos controlling the position easily from mount.
Putski sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Putski is looking to improve his position.
Santos controlling the action here.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Putski 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.
Santos postures up.
Putski looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Putski is looking for a triangle but Santos pushes his legs off easily.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski keeping full guard, as Santos tries to pass.
Santos is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Putski looking for a sweep. Not yet Putski, not yet.
Putski keeps trying to improve his position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Putski looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Santos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Putski is keeping the position for now.
Putski looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Putski is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Santos (16) vs (8) Putski
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Santos is keeping the position for now.
Putski trying to move into half guard but instead Santos has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Santos (18) vs (8) Putski
Santos showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Santos wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Santos takes the fight on points by 18 to 8.
Ivan Putski was interviewed post fight and said 'Ok, next time. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tobias Pancake (ranked 16975 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ivan Putski (ranked 14365 p4p, 0 weight class). Putski has chosen Aids 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 featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 11 losses; Tobias Pancake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 7 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Wesley Smith and Cecil Peabody.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Pancake shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pancake was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Pancake (4) vs (0) Putski
Pancake swings around for an armbar but Putski sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Pancake's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pancake (4) vs (2) Putski
I've been told that Putski has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Pancake looking to control.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Pancake is keeping the position.
Putski trying to control but Pancake is working from the bottom.
Pancake is trying to control the position but Putski postures up.
Pancake working for a triangle but Putski defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pancake controls Putski momentarily but Putski frees himself.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pancake can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Putski controls the pace.
Putski tries to free his leg and advance position but Pancake is retaining full guard.
Pancake working a defensive guard but Putski manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (4) vs (5) Putski
Pancake tries to bench press Putski off him but Putski keeps the position.
Putski is trying to get an arm triangle but Pancake is defending well.
Pancake tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Putski wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Putski is looking to take a break and control but Pancake is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Putski is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pancake is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Pancake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Putski working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pancake gets back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to mount his opponent but Pancake defends it.
Putski keeps trying to improve his position.
Pancake is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Putski pulls his head out easily.
Putski is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Pancake! Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (4) vs (8) Putski
Pancake wants to control but Putski is having none of it.
Pancake is working to get back to half guard.
Putski fails to take his opponent's back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Putski is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Pancake has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Pancake! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pancake (6) vs (8) Putski
Putski looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Pancake from controlling successfully.
Putski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pancake manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pancake (6) vs (10) Putski
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (6) vs (13) Putski
Pancake is looking to reverse the position.
You can see the frustration on Pancake's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pancake regains half guard.
Putski is trying to control the action in half guard but Pancake is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pancake wants to improve his position but Putski is controlling well.
Putski wants to work for an arm triangle but Pancake is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Putski is trying to control. Pancake wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Pancake desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Pancake has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Putski is working away from the top position though.
Pancake is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Putski wants to take a breather but Pancake is having none of it.
Pancake is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pancake actively working from the bottom here.
Putski is pressing down on Pancake's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pancake is holding on for now.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Putski frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (6) vs (16) Putski
Putski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pancake is looking to escape.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski prevents Pancake from getting the reversal.
Pancake 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: Pancake (8) vs (16) Putski
Pancake wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Pancake passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (11) vs (16) Putski
Pancake working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pancake working away.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski is looking for a sweep.
Putski gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Putski looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Putski is refusing to be controlled, as Pancake sits in half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Pancake is just content to waste time from the top position. Putski takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Pancake wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Putski is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pancake trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Pancake looking to pass the guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Pancake wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Putski working for a triangle but Pancake defends it easily.
Putski is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pancake is aware though and is defending well.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski pulls Pancake in close to his closed guard and prevents Pancake from doing any damage or advancing position.
Pancake passes Putski's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Putski manages to get to full guard.
Putski is trying to keep Pancake in close.
Putski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pancake controls the pace.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pancake doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pancake manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pancake 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.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Pancake from controlling successfully.
Pancake sitting in guard here, content to control.
Pancake postures up.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski keeping full guard, as Pancake tries to pass.
Pancake forces his way into half guard.
Pancake trying to control from Putski's half guard. Putski has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Putski is pulling down on Pancake's head to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski keeping moving, preventing Pancake from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski wins on points by 16 to 11.
Ivan Putski thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gray Maynard (ranked 2584 p4p, 232 weight class) and Ivan Putski (ranked 14346 p4p, 0 weight class). Putski has chosen Aids as his entrance music. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Gray Maynard ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 7 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Frank Dennis and Wesley Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Putski looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Maynard (0) vs (2) Putski
Maynard throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Putski drops back, looking for a kneebar! Maynard looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Maynard looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Maynard ! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Maynard (4) vs (2) Putski
Maynard trying to control the position but Putski is working away.
Maynard thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Putski is looking for a sweep.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Maynard tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Maynard has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Putski sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Putski regains full guard. Nicely done.
Maynard drops back, looking for a kneebar! Putski looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Putski looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Putski! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Maynard (4) vs (6) Putski
Putski tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Putski swings around for an armbar but Maynard sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Putski's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maynard (6) vs (6) Putski
Putski being controlled here, momentarily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Putski wants to sweep but no luck.
Putski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Maynard looking to pass the guard.
Maynard trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Putski looking for a sweep. Not yet Putski, not yet.
Putski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Maynard trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski working for a triangle but Maynard defends it easily.
Maynard looking to pass the guard.
Maynard drops back, looking for a kneebar! Putski looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Putski looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Putski! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Maynard (6) vs (10) Putski
Putski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Putski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Maynard rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Putski's guard! Nice work there by Maynard ! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maynard (8) vs (10) Putski
Putski 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.
Maynard wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Maynard 's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Putski looking for a guillotine here but Maynard defends easily.
Putski controls Maynard momentarily but Maynard frees himself.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Maynard stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Putski bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Maynard 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maynard (8) vs (12) Putski
Putski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Putski trying to control the position from guard on top but Maynard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Maynard is keeping the position for now.
Putski passes into half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working for a submission of some sort.
Maynard looking for subs from the bottom but Putski mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Maynard (8) vs (15) Putski
Putski trying to control but Maynard is having none of it.
Putski might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Maynard haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Maynard is trying to escape the mount but Putski keeps good control and instead manages to take Maynard 's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Maynard (8) vs (18) Putski
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Maynard is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Putski is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Maynard defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
You can see the frustration on Maynard 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Maynard is working hard here to advance position.
Putski wants to control but Maynard is keeping busy.
Maynard looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Putski tries to keep control of the position but Maynard is staying busy.
Maynard is in bad spot here.
Putski is persistently looking for the submission but Maynard is defending it well.
Putski is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Maynard is defending well though. Putski let's go of the attempt for now.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski has his arm under Maynard 's chin here. Game over son! Putski squeezes tightly and Maynard is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ivan Putski!
A very excited looking Ivan Putski made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
ORC Submission Grappling 5
Date: Jun 10, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski (ranked 14930 p4p, 663 weight class) and General Bushido (ranked 4111 p4p, 402 weight class). Putski's entrance music is Aids . A fine choice. General Bushido is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 7 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; General Bushido!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Paulsen Ambrosius and Paul Aken.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Bushido gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Putski (0) vs (4) Bushido
Bushido tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bushido has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Bushido is looking to take a break and control but Putski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Putski tries to bench press Bushido off him but Bushido keeps the position.
Bushido swings around for an armbar but Putski sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Bushido's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (4) Bushido
Putski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bushido looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Putski passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (5) vs (4) Bushido
Putski 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.
Putski trying to control the position but Bushido is working away.
Bushido told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bushido gets back to half guard.
Putski prevents Bushido from improving his position.
Bushido is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Putski passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (8) vs (4) Bushido
Bushido is looking to improve his position but Putski isn't that keen on the idea.
Bushido regains half guard.
Putski is working for a submission of some sort.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bushido moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bushido is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Putski trying to control the position from guard on top but Bushido is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bushido has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Putski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Putski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bushido working for a triangle but Putski defends it easily.
Bushido is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bushido has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Putski 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 Bushido. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (11) vs (4) Bushido
Bushido struggling a bit here.
Bushido is trying to improve his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bushido can't do much from the bottom here.
Putski wants to control but Bushido is keeping him busy.
Bushido is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Bushido tries to improve position but can't.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control but Bushido is keeping him busy.
Bushido is looking for a sweep.
Putski tries to move into full mount but can't pass Bushido's legs.
Bushido tries to bench press Putski off him but Putski keeps the position.
Bushido wants to control but Putski postures up.
Putski trying to control the action but Bushido is working from the bottom.
Bushido is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bushido trying to hold on to Putski's head to control him but Putski postures up.
Bushido is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bushido is looking to control Putski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bushido avoid being mounted?
Bushido regains full guard. Nicely done.
Putski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Putski looking to pass the guard.
Bushido is trying to control the position from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski pushes down on Bushido's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Still in half guard, Putski seems content to control.
Bushido is controlling Putski's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Bushido is trying to get back to full guard.
Putski is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bushido looking for submissions off his back.
Putski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bushido knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bushido manages to get to full guard.
Bushido bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Putski's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (11) vs (6) Bushido
Putski controls Bushido momentarily but Bushido frees himself.
Putski 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.
Bushido tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bushido pushing down on Putski's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Putski trying to control from the bottom.
Putski is defending against the submission attempts here by Bushido.
Bushido seems to be looking for submissions.
Bushido is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Putski works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bushido slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (11) vs (9) Bushido
Putski is looking for a sweep.
Bushido is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Putski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bushido is trying to get an arm triangle but Putski is defending well.
Bushido trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.
Bushido goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Putski rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Bushido's guard! Nice work there by Putski! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (13) vs (9) Bushido
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bushido is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Putski tries to free his leg and advance position but Bushido is retaining full guard.
Bushido keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Bushido seems keen to control Putski's posture.
Bushido working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Putski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Putski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Bushido working for a triangle but Putski defends it easily.
Putski looking to pass the guard.
Bushido looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bushido isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Putski stacks Bushido on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Putski! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (16) vs (9) Bushido
Putski trying to control the action but Bushido is working from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bushido knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bushido is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Putski works to advance to full mount. Bushido defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Putski (18) vs (9) Bushido
Bushido is squirming around, avoiding Putski's attempts to control the action.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Bushido gets back to half guard.
Bushido is looking for a sweep. Putski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bushido won't allow Putski to pass to mount.
Bushido wants to improve his position but Putski is controlling well.
Bushido moves into full guard.
Putski trying to control the position from guard on top but Bushido is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bushido controls Putski momentarily but Putski frees himself.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski takes the fight on points by 18 to 9.
After winning the bout, Ivan Putski thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Feb 20, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between The Steel Penn (ranked 4474 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ivan Putski (ranked 15806 p4p, 0 weight class). Putski has chosen Aids 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 featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; The Steel Penn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 6 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Paul Tew and Colin Fotheringham.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Putski shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Steel Penn manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (2) Putski
Putski 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.
Steel Penn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski is fighting to break Steel Penn's control of his arms but Steel Penn is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn has his foot on Putski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Putski works his way back into a safe position though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking for a triangle here but Putski uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (0) vs (5) Putski
Steel Penn tries to improve position but can't.
Putski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Putski tries to advance to mount but can't.
Putski wants to control but Steel Penn is keeping him busy.
Steel Penn prevents Putski from moving into mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is trying to control Putski's posture but Putski avoids it.
Steel Penn prevents Putski from moving into mount.
Steel Penn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Steel Penn struggling a bit here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Steel Penn is looking to reverse the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Steel Penn'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 three minutes gone in the round.
Putski tries for a kimura but Steel Penn is defending well.
Putski goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Steel Penn has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Putski but great work by Steel Penn. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Steel Penn (4) vs (5) Putski
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.
Steel Penn is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Putski will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Steel Penn trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski is trying to work for a sweep but Steel Penn has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Steel Penn (6) vs (5) Putski
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski is squirming around, avoiding Steel Penn's attempts to control the action.
Steel Penn fails to move to back control.
Steel Penn controlling from mount.
Putski keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Steel Penn prevents Putski from improving his position.
Putski is still trying to improve position.
Putski has a hand on Steel Penn's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Steel Penn takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (9) vs (5) Putski
Putski prevents Steel Penn from taking his back.
Steel Penn looking to control but Putski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Putski is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Steel Penn is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Putski is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Steel Penn (12) vs (5) Putski
Steel Penn tightening his grip on Putski, looking for the choke.
Steel Penn looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Putski is controlling Steel Penn 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (12) vs (7) Putski
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Steel Penn is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Steel Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Putski defends it easily.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control from the top but Steel Penn keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steel Penn looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Putski passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (12) vs (10) Putski
Steel Penn regains half guard.
Steel Penn gets full guard.
Putski works a leg free and moves into half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Steel Penn manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Putski is looking to pass into half guard but Steel Penn pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Steel Penn is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (14) vs (10) Putski
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steel Penn is one step ahead there.
Steel Penn is fighting to break Putski's control of his arms but Putski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Steel Penn has gone for a leg lock! Putski slips out almost immediately though and dives into Steel Penn's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (14) vs (12) Putski
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to sweep here but Putski controlling him for the moment.
Steel Penn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Putski tries to free his leg and advance position but Steel Penn is retaining full guard.
Putski looking to sit in guard and control but Steel Penn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Steel Penn (16) vs (12) Putski
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Steel Penn wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Putski's guard.
Steel Penn wants to free his trapped foot but Putski is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Steel Penn is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Steel Penn is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Putski sees it coming and defends easily.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying to get back to full guard.
Putski wants to control but Steel Penn passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Steel Penn (19) vs (12) Putski
Putski is looking for a sweep.
Steel Penn tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Steel Penn has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Putski is not content to let Steel Penn control the position.
Putski tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Steel Penn wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Steel Penn is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Putski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying to improve his position.
Steel Penn is trying to get an arm triangle but Putski is defending well.
Steel Penn thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski prevents Steel Penn from improving position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Steel Penn takes the fight on points by 19 to 12.
After winning the bout, The Steel Penn thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Ivan Putski spoke after the fight, saying 'Ok, next time. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Feb 12, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Takeya Aoki (ranked 6478 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ivan Putski (ranked 15509 p4p, 0 weight class). Putski has chosen Aids as his entrance music. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Ivan Putski was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Takeya Aoki! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 6 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Gwen Towbar and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Aoki shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Putski counters with a nice double leg into side control. Aoki won't be happy with that. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Aoki (0) vs (4) Putski
Putski is trying to get an arm triangle but Aoki is defending well.
Putski controls the position.
Aoki tries to bench press Putski off him but Putski keeps the position.
Aoki is not content to let Putski control the position.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki tries to bench press Putski off him but Putski keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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.
Putski trying to control the position but Aoki is working away.
Putski controlling from side mount.
Aoki is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Putski gets to mount! Aoki was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Aoki (0) vs (6) Putski
Putski moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Aoki (0) vs (9) Putski
Aoki tries to escape the position.
Putski controls the action.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Aoki is really stuck here.
Putski trying to control momentarily.
Putski has the hooks in. Aoki is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Putski passes his arm under Aoki's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Aoki taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ivan Putski!
Ivan Putski decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Takeya Aoki was interviewed post fight and said 'I must train more.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski (ranked 15496 p4p, 0 weight class) and Rollo Gracie (ranked 410 p4p, 0 weight class). Putski comes to the cage accompanied by Aids . Gracie is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Jiu Jitsu: Apaga Mas Năo Bate. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 6 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Rollo Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, George Francis and Robert Twigg.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Gracie darts in looking for a takedown but Putski gets double underhooks and turns Gracie into the cage.
Putski fails with a takedown attempt.
Gracie stuffs the takedown.
Gracie slaps away a takedown attempt from Putski, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Putski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Excellent takedown into side control there by Putski. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Putski (4) vs (0) Gracie
Putski has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Gracie! Score +2 for reaching mount: Putski (6) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gracie wants to control but Putski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski is looking for a kimura but Gracie is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Putski to get the leverage.
Gracie 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.
Putski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gracie does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Putski seems to be working for a kimura but Gracie defends the submission attempt.
Still in half guard, Putski seems content to control.
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Putski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gracie makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gracie.
Putski is pushing down on Gracie's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gracie is fighting to maintain full guard but Putski has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is pressing down on Putski's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gracie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Putski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Putski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracie looking to control.
Putski 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.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is looking for a triangle but Putski pushes his legs off easily.
Gracie is trying to hold Putski in close to prevent damage but Putski has managed to pass into half guard.
Gracie tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
Putski sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is not content to let Putski control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Putski'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.
Gracie actively working from the bottom here.
Putski is trying to control. Gracie wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Putski passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Gracie! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (9) vs (0) Gracie
Putski pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control the pace but Gracie is squirming around nicely.
Putski content just to control the position here.
Putski looking to control but Gracie is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Putski looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Gracie manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Putski stalling away here and it's allowed Gracie to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Putski pushing down on Gracie's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Gracie trying to control but Putski postures up.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gracie trying to control but Putski postures up.
Putski seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Putski is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Putski wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Putski is trying to control. Gracie wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Putski looking for a submission but Gracie manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie is trying to control the position but Putski postures up.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Putski stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.
Gracie looking to hit a scissor sweep but Putski is one step ahead there.
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gracie looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gracie looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gracie! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Putski (9) vs (4) Gracie
Putski is looking to reverse the position.
Putski is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Gracie is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Putski (9) vs (6) Gracie
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Putski is looking to get to half guard.
Putski is controlling an arm, preventing Gracie from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski can't escape the position.
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Putski is trying desperately to improve position.
Gracie avoids the attempt from Putski to control.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Gracie is looking to work his way around to Putski's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Putski working to try and regain half guard.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Putski is squirming around nicely.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working to get back to half guard.
Gracie takes Putski's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Putski is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Putski (9) vs (9) Gracie
Gracie controls the position.
Putski is really stuck here.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Putski keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski is working hard here to advance position.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Putski gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Putski takes the fight on points by 10 to 9.
During a confident post fight interview, Ivan Putski thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 17 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Jul 13, 2017 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Predator Burns and Ivan Putski. Burns comes to the cage accompanied by Jiu-Jitsu. Putski has chosen Aids as his entrance music. Ivan Putski 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 bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Predator Burns! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 6 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, James Atkins and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Putski closes this distance looking for a takedown but Burns circles away.
Burns gets a clinch.
Putski wants the takedown. Burns is fighting it off but Putski persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Burns's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Burns (0) vs (2) Putski
Burns 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.
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Burns 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: Burns (2) vs (2) Putski
Burns trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burns trying to control from half guard but Putski is working away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski is trying to get back to full guard.
Putski keeps trying to improve his position.
Putski is looking to control Burns's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Putski avoid being mounted?
Burns tries to pass to full mount but Putski defends it.
Burns passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Burns (5) vs (2) Putski
Putski regains half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Burns content to control rather than advance.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Burns has control of the leg.
Putski moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Putski seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Putski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Putski being controlled here, momentarily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Burns (5) vs (4) Putski
Putski won't allow Burns to sweep him here.
Burns keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Burns looking for a sweep. Not yet Burns, not yet.
Burns is looking to sweep but instead, Putski has passed into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski prevents Burns from improving his position.
Burns looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Putski wants to control but Burns is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Burns is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Putski pulls his head out easily.
Burns manages to get to full guard.
Putski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Burns has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Putski has managed to get both his arms back between Burns's legs - danger averted.
Putski passes Burns's left leg - he's now in half guard.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Burns is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Putski pulls his head out easily.
Putski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Burns has managed to free his arm - good work.
Burns manages to get to full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Burns looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Putski puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Putski is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Putski trying to control the action but Burns is working from the bottom.
Burns wants to get back to full guard but Putski has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Burns (5) vs (7) Putski
Putski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burns keeps working.
Putski tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Burns is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Putski is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Burns (5) vs (9) Putski
Putski is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Burns has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Burns! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Burns (7) vs (9) Putski
Burns is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Putski 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.
Putski looking to control.
Putski keeping full guard, as Burns tries to pass.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to sweep here but Burns controlling him for the moment.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Burns from controlling successfully.
Putski trying to keep a closed guard but Burns is proving a slippery customer.
Burns has gone for a leg lock! Putski slips out almost immediately though and dives into Burns's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Burns (7) vs (11) Putski
Putski pushes down on Burns's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Burns is looking to improve his position.
Putski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Burns does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Burns is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Burns is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Putski pulls his head out easily.
Burns trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Burns (7) vs (14) Putski
Burns looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Burns (7) vs (17) Putski
Burns wants to escape the position.
Putski tightening his grip on Burns, looking for the choke.
Putski tries to get the hooks in deep but Burns pushed the leg off.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Burns can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burns wants to control his opponent's hands but Putski gets his hands free.
Burns wants to escape the position.
Putski controls the position.
Burns 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 Putski gets his way!
Putski is hanging on to Burns's back as he tries to escape.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Burns is working hard here to advance position.
Burns showing good submission defense here.
Putski is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Burns is defending well though. Putski let's go of the attempt for now.
Putski is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Burns tries to escape the position.
Putski is trying to stick to Burns's back but Burns is turning into Putski. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Putski's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Burns. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Burns (9) vs (17) Putski
Putski 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 eleven minutes gone in the round.
Burns is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Burns trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Burns wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Burns preventing the sweep.
Burns trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Burns 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.
Burns trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Burns looking to pass the guard.
Putski managing to control the position.
Burns tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Burns is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Putski is trying to keep Burns in close.
Putski pulls Burns in to control the position.
Burns pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Putski is keeping the position for now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Burns stopping the sweep attempt from Putski.
Burns stays in close to Putski's body and controls the position.
We've been hearing that Burns has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Burns pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Putski is keeping the position for now.
Burns advances to half guard.
Putski trying to control here.
Burns is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski wants to improve his position but Burns is controlling well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski wins on points by 17 to 9.
Ivan Putski is the new bantamweight champion!
After winning the bout, Ivan Putski thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Predator Burns had this to say: 'It's ok, i'm home.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 17 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Jul 12, 2017 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski and Masakazu Aoki. Putski comes to the cage accompanied by Aids . Ivan Putski 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 bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 6 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Masakazu Aoki!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Andrew Berry and Paul Tew.
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.
Putski lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (0) Aoki
Aoki is trying to maintain the position but Putski is very close to passing his half guard.
Putski prevents Aoki from improving his position.
Aoki is looking to control Putski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aoki avoid being mounted?
Putski trying to mount his opponent but Aoki defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki tries to get to full guard but Putski has control of the leg.
Putski trying to control from half guard but Aoki is working away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Aoki tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
Putski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Aoki doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Putski.
Putski looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Aoki preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Aoki wants to get back to full guard but Putski has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (5) vs (0) Aoki
Aoki is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Aoki is working to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Aoki manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Aoki wants to control but Putski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Aoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Aoki is defending well.
Putski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Putski content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Aoki is refusing to be controlled, as Putski sits in half guard.
Aoki is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Putski pulls his head out easily.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Aoki is trying to get back to full guard.
Putski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Aoki looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski is working for a kimura but Aoki is defending it quite comfortably.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Aoki is concentrating on defense, preventing Putski from advancing position.
Putski is trying to work for a kimura but Aoki is defending well.
Aoki wants to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Putski'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.
Still in half guard, Putski seems content to control.
Aoki trying to control from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Aoki tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
Putski is trying to work for a kimura but Aoki is defending well.
Aoki moves into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski being controlled here momentarily.
Putski trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Aoki can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Putski controls the pace.
Aoki looking to control.
Putski content to stall in guard here.
Aoki pulls Putski in close to prevent any damage.
Putski passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (8) vs (0) Aoki
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Aoki struggling a bit here.
Aoki is looking to regain half guard here but Putski keeps moving and retains side control.
Putski taking a breather here.
Putski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski working away.
Aoki gets back to half guard.
Putski is trying to control. Aoki wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Putski seems to be working for a kimura but Aoki defends the submission attempt.
Putski tries to pass to full mount but Aoki defends it.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Putski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Aoki is just riding it out for now. Putski eventually gives up the hold.
Aoki won't allow Putski to pass to mount.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to take a breather but Aoki is having none of it.
Aoki trying to hold on to Putski's head to control him but Putski postures up.
Aoki is looking for a sweep. Putski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Aoki manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Aoki bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Putski's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (8) vs (2) Aoki
Aoki wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Putski is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Aoki might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Putski haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Aoki drops back, looking for a kneebar! Putski looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Putski looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Putski! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Putski (12) vs (2) Aoki
Aoki trying to remain calm as Putski controls from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aoki is trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
A relieved looking Ivan Putski 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 17 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 11, 2017 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Zach Makovsky and Ivan Putski. Putski has chosen Aids as his entrance music. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Zach Makovsky! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 6 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Atkins and Daniel Bishop.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Putski darts in looking for a takedown but Makovsky gets double underhooks and turns Putski into the cage.
Makovsky fails with an attempt to clinch.
Putski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Makovsky takes the fight into the clinch.
Putski is looking for a takedown.
Makovsky is pressed up against the cage. Putski has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Makovsky down to the mat. Makovsky avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Zach Makovsky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Putski.
Putski gets tackled into the cage by Makovsky. Makovsky maintains the clinch.
Putski is looking to take this one to the mat.
Putski tries for a takedown. No joy.
Makovsky drops down looking for an ankle pick but Putski pulls his leg out and moves away.
Makovsky is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Putski's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makovsky (2) vs (0) Putski
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makovsky seems to be looking for submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski is trying to get back to full guard.
Makovsky is looking to take a break and control but Putski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Makovsky wants to free his trapped foot but Putski is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Putski moves into full guard.
Makovsky wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Putski keeping full guard, as Makovsky tries to pass.
Makovsky might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky trying to move into half guard but instead Putski has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makovsky (2) vs (2) Putski
Makovsky is pulling down on Putski's head to control his posture.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Makovsky is keeping the position.
Putski showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Makovsky pulls Putski in close to prevent any damage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Putski has picked Makovsky up and slammed him! Makovsky can't keep hold of the triangle and Putski manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Makovsky (2) vs (5) Putski
Putski is staying tight to Makovsky's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Putski tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Putski 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 Makovsky's shoulder. That is not cool.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky tries to buck Putski off but Putski is having none of it.
Makovsky is not content to let Putski control the position.
Makovsky is trying to improve his position.
Makovsky is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Makovsky has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Putski is working away from the top position though.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Putski sitting and controlling from the half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Makovsky actively working from the bottom here.
Putski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Makovsky doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Putski.
Putski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Makovsky is not content to let Putski control the position.
Putski is trying for a kimura here. Makovsky looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Putski wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ivan Putski!
After winning the bout, Ivan Putski thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
TWGC 17 (135lbs, D1): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2017 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski and Kazuka Fuujin. Putski comes to the cage accompanied by Aids . Fuujin is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: a lot of Asian swag in this young man. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 10 losses; Kazuka Fuujin!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Mauricio Rocha and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Fuujin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Putski (0) vs (4) Fuujin
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.
Putski manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fuujin wants to pass the guard but Putski is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Putski looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Putski works his way to full guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fuujin is one step ahead there.
Fuujin 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.
Fuujin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Putski trying to keep a closed guard but Fuujin is proving a slippery customer.
Fuujin 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 two minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying to keep Fuujin in close.
Fuujin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Putski working for a triangle but Fuujin defends it easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Putski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fuujin 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.
Putski is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Fuujin frees his head nicely. Oh but Putski has switched to an armbar! Fuujin is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Ivan Putski!
A relieved looking Ivan Putski 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 16 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: May 03, 2017 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski and Kazuka Fuujin. Putski's entrance music is Aids . A fine choice. Fuujin has chosen his shirt says "bout to smack the stepchild out you" as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 9 losses; Kazuka Fuujin!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Bruno Lombardi and Joseph Jones.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Fuujin closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Putski's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Putski (0) vs (2) Fuujin
Putski is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Fuujin tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
Putski pulls Fuujin in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fuujin forces his way into half guard.
Fuujin prevents Putski from improving his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fuujin sitting and controlling from the half guard.
It looks like Fuujin 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 two minutes gone in the round.
Putski is controlling Fuujin's trapped leg to prevent Fuujin from advancing to side control.
Fuujin is looking to advance position but Putski won't allow it.
Fuujin frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (0) vs (5) Fuujin
Fuujin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Fuujin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Putski really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski tries to lock up and control but Fuujin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Fuujin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Fuujin controlling the position easily from mount.
Putski is wriggling around trying to escape.
Fuujin avoids the attempt from Putski to control.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin content just to control the position here.
Putski is trying desperately to improve position.
We've been hearing good reports from Putski'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 six minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin controlling the pace for now.
Fuujin tries to control but Putski wriggling away.
Putski is trying to escape the mount.
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.
Putski is working hard here to advance position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin controlling from mount.
Putski is trying desperately to improve position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin controlling the pace for now.
Putski is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Fuujin controlling his opponent.
Putski is trying desperately to improve position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Putski is looking to escape.
Fuujin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Putski is squirming around, avoiding Fuujin's attempts to control the action.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control but Fuujin is having none of it.
Putski is trying to escape the mount.
Fuujin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin looking to control but Putski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Putski tries to hold on but Fuujin postures up.
Putski tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fuujin avoids the attempt from Putski to control.
Fuujin prevents Putski from getting the reversal.
Fuujin controlling his opponent.
Fuujin trying to control but Putski is having none of it.
Putski is working to get back to half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin content just to control the position here.
Fuujin wants to control the pace but Putski is squirming around nicely.
Putski tries to hold on but Fuujin postures up.
Fuujin looking to control and managing it successfully.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Fuujin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Putski is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fuujin looking to control but Putski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that's the end of the fight!
Fuujin wins on points by 5 to 0.
A very excited looking Kazuka Fuujin 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.
In defeat, Ivan Putski stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ok, next time. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 02, 2017 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski and Quentin DeBramalo. Chooooooooon! I think Putski might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Aids . There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 5 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Quentin DeBramalo!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Eddie Farnsworth and John Roberts.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Putski dives in and scores a takedown into DeBramalo's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (0) DeBramalo
Putski wants to control from the top but DeBramalo keeps moving.
Putski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. DeBramalo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Putski is stalling in the full guard.
DeBramalo looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Putski puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeBramalo trying to control from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski is looking to pass DeBramalo's guard but actually DeBramalo recovers to full guard.
Putski sitting in guard here, content to control.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as DeBramalo holds on and takes a little breather.
Putski tries to free his leg and advance position but DeBramalo is retaining full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control from the top but DeBramalo keeps moving.
DeBramalo managing to control the position.
Putski wants to pass the guard but DeBramalo is keeping the position.
DeBramalo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Putski is one step ahead there.
DeBramalo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski has gone for a leg lock! DeBramalo slips out almost immediately though and dives into Putski's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (2) DeBramalo
DeBramalo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeBramalo is fighting to break Putski's control of his arms but Putski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Putski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. DeBramalo manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (4) vs (2) DeBramalo
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to pass the guard but DeBramalo is keeping the position.
Putski looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
DeBramalo is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
DeBramalo keeping full guard, as Putski tries to pass.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
DeBramalo wants to control the position but Putski says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Putski controlling the action here.
DeBramalo won't allow Putski to pass to mount.
Putski looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Putski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and DeBramalo defends it well.
Putski is thwarting DeBramalo's attempts to control the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Putski tries to pass the half guard into mount. DeBramalo knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
DeBramalo is looking for a sweep. Putski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
DeBramalo is still trying to improve position.
Putski content to control rather than advance.
Putski wants to control but DeBramalo is keeping him busy.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Putski is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (7) vs (2) DeBramalo
Putski wants to control the pace but DeBramalo is squirming around nicely.
Putski with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Putski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Putski looking to secure an arm triangle but DeBramalo defends it well.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski fails to take his opponent's back.
DeBramalo can't escape the position.
DeBramalo keeps trying to improve his position.
Putski wants to take his opponent's back but DeBramalo doesn't allow it.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
DeBramalo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
DeBramalo tries to lock up and control but Putski gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Putski controlling the pace for now.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking for a guillotine from mount but DeBramalo is having none of it.
DeBramalo is squirming around, avoiding Putski's attempts to control the action.
Putski is really struggling to control DeBramalo but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Putski wants to take his opponent's back but DeBramalo doesn't allow it.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski is stalling here but it's allowed DeBramalo to get half guard.
Putski moves into full mount! DeBramalo won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (10) vs (2) DeBramalo
Putski controlling from the full mount.
DeBramalo is squirming around, avoiding Putski's attempts to control the action.
DeBramalo is desperately trying to improve his position but Putski has a good base and remains in mount.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski controlling his opponent.
DeBramalo is wriggling around trying to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeBramalo manages to regain half guard. Good work.
DeBramalo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for DeBramalo.
Putski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
DeBramalo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
DeBramalo can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Putski controls the pace.
DeBramalo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (10) vs (4) DeBramalo
Putski looking for a sweep. Not yet Putski, not yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski is working hard here to advance position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
A victorious Ivan Putski 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 16 (145lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Apr 24, 2017 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between David Yung and Ivan Putski. Yung comes to the cage accompanied by 陳小春 - 亂世巨星. Putski has chosen Aids 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 featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; David Yung! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Paul Tew and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Putski drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Yung (0) vs (4) Putski
Yung is looking for a sweep.
Yung stops Putski from passing to mount.
Putski is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Yung knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Putski content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yung manages to get back to half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Yung is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Yung moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Putski controlling from the top position.
Putski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yung swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Yung has his foot on Putski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Putski works his way back into a safe position though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yung looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Putski has picked Yung up and slammed him! Yung can't keep hold of the triangle and Putski manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Yung (0) vs (7) Putski
Yung is trying to improve his position.
Yung sneaks back into half guard.
Yung has a hand on Putski's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Putski takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Yung (0) vs (10) Putski
Putski wants to control the pace but Yung is squirming around nicely.
Yung tries to hold on but Putski pushes him away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski controlling from mount.
Yung is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Gorilla Warfare Academy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Yung wants to control but Putski is having none of it.
Putski content just to control the position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yung is squirming around, avoiding Putski's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski wants to take his opponent's back but Yung doesn't allow it.
Yung is trying to escape the mount.
Yung wants to control but Putski is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Yung keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking to control but Yung is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Yung tries to lock up and control but Putski gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Putski controlling from the full mount.
Yung really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Yung has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Yung (0) vs (13) Putski
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Putski's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
My spies in Steel's Grappling Penn inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Yung trying to control the hands but Putski won't let him.
Putski working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Yung rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Yung is looking to control Putski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Yung avoid being mounted?
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Yung is trying to control but Putski passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Yung (0) vs (16) Putski
Putski moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Yung (0) vs (18) Putski
Yung is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Putski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Yung is looking to escape.
Yung is looking to improve his position but Putski isn't that keen on the idea.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Yung tries to lock up and control but Putski gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Putski wants to control the pace but Yung is squirming around nicely.
Yung is desperately trying to improve his position but Putski has a good base and remains in mount.
Putski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Yung is looking to escape.
Putski manages to capitalize on a mistake by Yung to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Yung (0) vs (21) Putski
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski working for the choke.
Putski biding his time, controlling Yung.
Yung prevents Putski from getting a body triangle.
Yung 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 Putski gets his way!
Putski is not going to allow Yung to sit and survive in this position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Yung tries to escape but Putski has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Putski controlling the position well here. Yung rolled but Putski kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Well, with Putski on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Yung is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Yung trying to control the hands but Putski won't let him.
Putski tries to keep control of the position but Yung is staying busy.
Putski is hanging on to Yung's back as he tries to escape.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Putski controlling the positon.
Yung rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Yung is looking to improve his position.
Putski is taking a breather. Yung 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.
Putski is working for a kimura but Yung is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are battling for position here. Yung manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Yung keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Yung has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Yung is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Putski defends well.
Putski sitting in guard, not really doing much.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
It looks like Putski 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.
Putski pushing down on Yung's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Yung looking for submissions off his back.
Yung has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Putski is working away from the top position though.
Putski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Yung sees it coming and defends easily.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Yung trying to control here.
Putski trying to control the action but Yung is working from the bottom.
Putski wants to free his trapped foot but Yung is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Yung works his way to full guard. Good work.
Putski tries to free his leg and advance position but Yung is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yung is adopting a defensive guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski wins on points by 21 to 0.
A very excited looking Ivan Putski made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 16 (145lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 23, 2017 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski and Asd Qwe. Chooooooooon! I think Putski might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Aids . Qwe has chosen The Sigit - Black Amplifier as his entrance music. Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Asd Qwe!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, James Ackerman and Daniel Bishop.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Qwe instigates a clinch.
Putski is looking to take this one to the mat.
Qwe has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Putski avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Qwe's coach down at ~T~ Troid - Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Qwe's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Qwe has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Putski avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Qwe gets underhooks to prevent Putski's takedown attempt.
Qwe lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Putski (0) vs (2) Qwe
Qwe trying to control from half guard but Putski is working away.
Putski tries to roll over but Qwe keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
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.
Qwe takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Putski is looking to improve his position.
Qwe trying to control from half guard but Putski is working away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Qwe is stalling here. Putski is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Qwe seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Putski has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Putski (4) vs (2) Qwe
Putski trying to control the position but Qwe is working away.
Qwe is trying to control Putski's posture but Putski avoids it.
Qwe is trying to get back to half guard.
Putski tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Qwe is trying to control Putski's posture but Putski avoids it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Qwe is looking to regain half guard here but Putski keeps moving and retains side control.
Qwe seems a little lost for a moment, as Putski dominates the positioning.
Putski has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Qwe is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Putski'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.
Putski wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Qwe, who protects the arm well.
Qwe regains half guard.
Qwe tries to get to full guard but Putski has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Qwe is trying to control but Putski manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (7) vs (2) Qwe
Qwe is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Putski has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Putski (10) vs (2) Qwe
Qwe is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Putski biding his time, controlling Qwe.
Qwe is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Putski off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Putski.
Putski is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Qwe is defending well though. Putski let's go of the attempt for now.
Qwe is trying to break free.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Qwe just trying to survive but Putski is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Qwe is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Putski 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.
Putski has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Qwe is in real trouble here. Putski gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Qwe is tapping out! Putski wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ivan Putski!
A very excited looking Ivan Putski made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Washington catches Putski with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Putski throws a low kick, looking for Washington's leg but Washington calmly moves out of range.
Washington looks to land a combination but Putski avoids it well.
Putski drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Washington defends it well.
Putski doesn't manage to clinch there - Washington circles away.
Washington misses with a wild body shot.
Washington connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Washington buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Washington misses.
Washington thuds his right hand into Putski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Samuel Washington seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Washington lands with a cross.
Washington looks to land a combination but Putski avoids it well.
Putski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Samuel Washington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Washington throws a body shot but no joy.
A cross from Washington lands.
A shot to the liver by Washington. Beautiful body shot.
Washington swats away the attempt to clinch by Putski.
Washington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Putski.
Putski throws a counter combo.#T2#
Putski is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Washington lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Putski misses with a right hand
and Washington counters with a right hand to the body.
Washington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Washington connects with a body shot that sends Putski's belly button to the back.#T3#
Washington throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Putski's head.
Putski takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Washington's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Putski connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Washington scrambles back to his feet.
Putski shoots in looking for a takedown but Washington manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Putski's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Washington jabs Putski to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Putski throws a low kick but Washington avoids it.
A quick step to the side and Washington tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Putski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T4#
Washington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Putski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Washington looks to throw the jab but Putski is out of range.
Washington throws a head kick but Putski moves out of range.
Putski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Washington checks a leg kick.
Putski throws a right hand that misses
and Washington counters with a nice uppercut.
Washington is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Washington defending well as Putski loads up on a big left hand.
A little feinted left hand from Washington on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Washington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Putski.
Putski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Washington dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Washington wants to clinch#TD2#
and Putski counters with a nice double leg into side control. Washington won't be happy with that.
Washington gets back to half guard.
Washington slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Putski preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Putski stands up and waves to Washington to follow him. #T1#
A head kick misses from Washington.
As Washington backs off Putski throws a huge counter combo but Washington manages to avoid it all.
A chopping leg kick lands by Washington.
Washington shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Washington throws a jab when Putski was well out of range.
Putski takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Washington misses with an uppercut. Putski saw that one coming.
And Putski tries to counter it with a takedown but Washington pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Washington swings for the body but Putski moves out of range.
Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Putski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Washington cracks Putski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Washington throws the left hand but Putski avoids the punch easily.
Washington defending well as Putski loads up on a big left hand.
Putski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Washington.
And Putski tries to counter it with a takedown but Washington pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Putski takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Washington throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Putski counters with a single leg into guard. Washington didn't expect that.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Washington looking to hit a scissor sweep but Putski is one step ahead there. #T3##SU2#
Putski stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Putski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Washington misses with the body kick
and Putski counters with a nice uppercut.
Putski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Washington appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Putski connects with a solid leg kick. #T4#
Putski throws a leg kick that is checked
and Washington counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Putski jabs Washington right on the nose. Washington blinks but takes it well.
Washington misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Putski counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SU2#
Putski decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Washington, up you get!
Washington lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Washington throws a hook to the side of Putski's head but Putski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Washington looks for the body kick but Putski saw that one coming.
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 Samuel Washington will probably get the nod.
That's time! Washington's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Putski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Washington sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Washington appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Washington bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A quick step to the side and Washington tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A leg kick checked by Putski.
Putski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Washington misses with a straight right.
Putski only half commits to the counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Washington lands with a thumping leg kick.
Washington lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Putski circles away quickly and effectively.
Washington throws a front kick aimed at Putski's knee but Putski avoids it well.
Putski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T1#
Washington is looking to chop away at Putski's legs.
Putski wants to counter with a clinch but Washington pushes him away.
Putski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Washington.
Washington checks a leg kick nicely.
Samuel Washington is winning the standup battle so far.
Putski throws a right and a left that both miss.
Washington getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Washington throws a hook to the side of Putski's head but Putski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Putski! But no joy.
Washington throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
Washington dips to his left and cracks Putski with an uppercut!
Putski closes the distance looking to clinch
and Washington counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ivan Putski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Putski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Washington.
Putski steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Washington.
A low kick from Putski is predictable there
and Washington counters with a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Washington. Putski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Washington backing away here, and Putski unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T3#
Washington connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Washington lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Putski looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Washington misses with an uppercut. Putski saw that one coming.
Washington throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Putski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Washington lands with a right hand.
Washington tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Putski was well out of range. Poor timing from Washington.
Putski drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Washington defends it well.
Washington is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Putski can do to turn this around?#T4#
Washington misses the shot to the body.
And Putski tries to counter it with a takedown but Washington pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Putski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Washington cracks Putski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Putski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Putski misses with a takedown #CL#
and Washington counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Samuel Washington is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Putski misses with some punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Samuel Washington showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Washington, 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 30:28
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Washington!
Our winner, Samuel Washington, 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.
The defeated Ivan Putski had this to say: 'Ok, next time. '.
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Event:
TWGC 15 (155lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Timo Vesala and Ivan Putski. Vesala comes into the arena with Bomfunk MC's - Freestyler blaring out of the sound system. Putski is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Aids . Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Timo Vesala! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Shigeki Fujiwara and Shirou Masuda.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Putski.
Vesala seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Putski scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Vesala (0) vs (4) Putski
Vesala is looking to reverse the position.
Vesala is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vesala keeping his opponent close.
Vesala wants to control but Putski postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vesala is trying to escape the position but Putski is controlling the position.
I wouldn't like to be where Vesala is right now.
Vesala tries to improve position but can't.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vesala is being controlled here.
Putski tries for a kimura but Vesala is defending well.
Vesala is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vesala is trying to work for a sweep but Putski has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Vesala (0) vs (6) Putski
Vesala keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vesala prevents Putski from taking his back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Putski is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Vesala to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Vesala shrugs it off.
Putski controlling the position easily from mount.
Vesala manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Putski seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Putski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Vesala does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Putski is taking a breather. Vesala says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vesala is trying to get back to full guard.
Putski stalling.
Vesala tries to get to full guard but Putski has control of the leg.
Putski with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vesala regains full guard. Nicely done.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vesala is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vesala (2) vs (6) Putski
Putski is trying to control the position but Vesala postures up.
Vesala might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Vesala showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Vesala trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Putski seems keen to control Vesala's posture.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Vesala pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Putski is keeping the position for now.
Putski lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vesala (2) vs (8) Putski
My spies in ICON TOP TEAM inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Vesala has his hands on Putski's head, controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Vesala bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Putski's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vesala (4) vs (8) Putski
Vesala pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Putski is keeping the position for now.
Vesala pushes down on Putski's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Vesala is thwarting Putski's attempts to control the position.
Putski with the active half guard here but Vesala passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vesala (7) vs (8) Putski
Vesala trying to control the position but Putski is working away.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Putski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Vesala passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Putski! Score +2 for reaching mount: Vesala (9) vs (8) Putski
Vesala working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Putski regains half guard.
Vesala trying to control from half guard but Putski is working away.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Vesala wants to pass the guard but Putski is defending well.
Vesala seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Putski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Putski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Vesala's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Vesala's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Vesala (9) vs (12) Putski
Vesala is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Vesala wants to escape the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
What can Vesala do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Vesala rolls, trying to escape but Putski keeps control of the position.
Putski is looking for the choke from the back position but Vesala is controlling his hands well.
Putski struggling to keep hold of 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.
Putski is not going to allow Vesala to sit and survive in this position.
You can see the frustration on Vesala's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Vesala knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Vesala for a finish.
Vesala rolls, trying to escape but Putski keeps control of the position.
Vesala preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Putski.
Putski controlling well, preventing Vesala from escaping the position.
Vesala is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Vesala trying to control the position but Putski manages to sink in the hooks.
Vesala is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski tries to keep control of the position but Vesala is staying busy.
Vesala 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 Putski gets his way!
I really don't envy Vesala right now.
Vesala turns into Putski and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vesala (11) vs (12) Putski
Vesala pushing down on Putski's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Vesala trying to control from half guard but Putski is working away.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Vesala has control of the leg.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Vesala is keen to just control but Putski is a slippery customer.
Vesala is just content to waste time from the top position. Putski takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Vesala advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vesala (14) vs (12) Putski
Vesala is looking to take a break and control but Putski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Vesala goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Putski rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Vesala's guard! Nice work there by Putski! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vesala (14) vs (14) Putski
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski preventing the sweep.
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vesala 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: Vesala (16) vs (14) Putski
Vesala is pressing down on Putski's thigh, looking to free his foot. Putski is holding on for now.
Putski is looking to control Vesala's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Putski avoid being mounted?
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Putski trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Vesala manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vesala (19) vs (14) Putski
Vesala goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Putski is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vesala (19) vs (16) Putski
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vesala is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vesala has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vesala takes the fight on points by 19 to 16.
Our winner, Timo Vesala, 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 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Oct 17, 2016 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kazuka Fuujin and Ivan Putski. Fuujin comes to the cage accompanied by GAMBLER. Putski is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Aids . Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 6 losses; Kazuka Fuujin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Albert Achterberg and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Putski gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Fuujin to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fuujin (2) vs (0) Putski
Fuujin slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Fuujin (5) vs (0) Putski
Putski tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Fuujin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Fuujin is looking to take a break and control but Putski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Putski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski stops Fuujin from passing to mount.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski is looking for a sweep.
Putski regains half guard.
Fuujin slows the pace down in half guard.
Fuujin is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Putski reverses the position - he's now on top in Fuujin's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fuujin (5) vs (2) Putski
Fuujin 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 two minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Putski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Fuujin has his hands on Putski's head, controlling the position.
Putski looking to sit in guard and control but Fuujin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fuujin (7) vs (2) Putski
Putski is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Fuujin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Putski working for a triangle but Fuujin defends it easily.
Fuujin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to control the position.
Putski has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Double XX. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Fuujin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Fuujin has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Fuujin won't allow Putski to sweep him here.
Fuujin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Fuujin wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Fuujin is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking to control.
Fuujin forces his way into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Fuujin in particular looking to stall.
Putski keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Fuujin slows the pace down in half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Fuujin has control of the leg.
Putski is trying to control but can't.
Putski tries to roll over but Fuujin keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Fuujin manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Fuujin (10) vs (2) Putski
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski 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.
Fuujin tries to control but Putski wriggling away.
Fuujin looking to control and managing it successfully.
Fuujin'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.
Putski can't escape the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Putski is looking to escape.
Putski controls the position.
Fuujin content just to control the position here.
Putski working to try and regain half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin controlling his opponent.
Fuujin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Further stalling from Fuujin.
Fuujin avoids the attempt from Putski to control.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin controlling the position easily from mount.
Putski really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Fuujin 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 twelve minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin wants to control the pace but Putski is squirming around nicely.
Fuujin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin wants to control the pace but Putski is squirming around nicely.
Fuujin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Fuujin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Fuujin controlling the pace for now.
Putski is looking to improve his position but Fuujin isn't that keen on the idea.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Fuujin takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
A victorious Kazuka Fuujin thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Ivan Putski spoke after the fight, saying 'Ok, next time. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (135lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Oct 16, 2016 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski and Jason Mewes. Putski kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Aids . Ivan Putski 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 bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Jason Mewes!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Paul Aken and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mewes feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Putski (0) vs (2) Mewes
Mewes wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Putski 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.
Mewes is fighting to break Putski's control of his arms but Putski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Mewes controls from within his opponent's guard.
Mewes tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Putski wants to sweep here but Mewes controlling him for the moment.
Mewes pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Putski is keeping the position for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Mewes from controlling successfully.
Mewes preventing the sweep.
Mewes trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski is controlling Mewes's posture.
Mewes tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
Mewes content to stall in guard here.
Mewes trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mewes 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.
Putski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Mewes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Putski looking for a sweep. Not yet Putski, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Mewes from controlling successfully.
Mewes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Putski is controlling Mewes's posture.
Mewes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to keep a closed guard but Mewes is proving a slippery customer.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Mewes from controlling successfully.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Putski is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (2) Mewes
Putski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Putski trying to control but Mewes is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mewes can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Putski controls the pace.
Putski preventing the sweep.
Putski wants to control from the top but Mewes keeps moving.
Putski's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Putski is pushing down on Mewes's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mewes is fighting to maintain full guard but Putski has managed to sneak the leg through.
Putski controlling the pace.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mewes manages to get to full guard.
Putski slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (5) vs (2) Mewes
Putski working away.
You can see the frustration on Mewes's face as Putski controls the position.
Putski tries to move to mount but Mewes blocks the move with his legs.
Putski just content to control the position.
Mewes stops Putski from passing to mount.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to control the action but Mewes is working from the bottom.
Mewes is looking to reverse the position.
Mewes seems a little lost for a moment, as Putski dominates the positioning.
Putski tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Putski has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Mewes can't do much from the bottom here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Mewes tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mewes is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Putski off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Putski (5) vs (6) Mewes
Putski tries to break free.
Mewes tries to get the hooks in deep but Putski pushed the leg off.
Mewes is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Putski knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Putski for a finish.
Mewes wants to control but Putski is keeping busy.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Mewes is looking to control Putski but Putski is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Mewes is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Mewes struggling to keep hold of the position.
Mewes is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Putski turns into Mewes and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (7) vs (6) Mewes
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Mewes is keeping the position.
Putski won't allow Mewes to sweep him here.
Putski 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.
Mewes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mewes trying to control the position.
Putski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to control from the top but Mewes keeps moving.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Mewes is keeping the position.
Mewes controlling Putski's posture.
Putski slips nicely into half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski prevents Mewes from improving his position.
Mewes trying to control but Putski postures up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Putski is keen to just control but Mewes is a slippery customer.
Mewes is looking for a sweep. Putski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mewes is looking to control Putski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mewes avoid being mounted?
Mewes keeps control of the position for the meantime.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Mewes trying to control from the bottom.
Putski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mewes has managed to free his arm - good work.
Putski controlling the pace.
Putski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Mewes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mewes is still trying to improve position.
Putski is keen to just control but Mewes is a slippery customer.
Putski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Mewes is looking for a sweep. Putski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mewes preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Putski controlling the action here.
Mewes tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
Mewes trying to control but Putski postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mewes wants to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski takes the fight on points by 7 to 6.
After winning the bout, Ivan Putski thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Jason Mewes spoke after the fight, saying 'I'm young and I'll be back, better and more awesome!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (135lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Predator Burns and Ivan Putski. Burns comes into the arena with Jiu-Jitsu blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Predator Burns! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Franklyn Lucas and Chad Campbell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Putski looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Burns! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Burns (0) vs (4) Putski
Burns tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Putski wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Putski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burns keeps working.
Putski has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at The Good the Bad and The Ugly. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Burns manages to work his way to half guard, despite Putski's best efforts.
Burns tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Putski has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Burns (0) vs (7) Putski
Burns tries to hold on but Putski pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burns regains half guard.
Putski is taking a breather. Burns 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.
Putski wants to take a breather but Burns is having none of it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski prevents Burns from improving his position.
Burns moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Burns looking for a sweep. Not yet Burns, not yet.
Burns seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Burns is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Putski trying to control the position from guard on top but Burns is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burns is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Putski looking to pass the guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Burns can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Putski controls the pace.
Putski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Burns has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Putski has managed to get both his arms back between Burns's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Burns throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Burns is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Putski is aware though and is defending well.
Burns wants to sweep but no luck.
Putski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
It looks like Putski 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.
Burns 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 three minutes gone in the round.
Putski content to stall in guard here.
Burns looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Burns keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Putski 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.
Burns looking for a guillotine here but Putski defends easily.
Burns keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Burns can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Putski controls the pace.
Burns wants to sweep but no luck.
Burns escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Putski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Burns looking for a sweep. Not yet Burns, not yet.
Putski passes into half guard.
Putski controlling the action here.
Burns tries to get to full guard but Putski has control of the leg.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski is controlling the pace.
Burns actively working from the bottom here.
Putski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burns keeps working.
Putski has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Burns (0) vs (10) Putski
Burns is trying desperately to improve position.
Burns tries to lock up and control but Putski gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Burns manages to regain half guard. Good work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Burns tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Putski has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Burns (0) vs (13) Putski
Putski prevents Burns from getting the reversal.
Putski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Burns is looking to escape.
Putski manages to capitalize on a mistake by Burns to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Burns (0) vs (16) Putski
I really don't envy Burns right now.
Putski is riding his opponent, not letting Burns buck him off.
Let's hope that Putski 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.
Putski tries to keep control of the position but Burns is staying busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski working for the choke.
Putski struggling to keep hold of the position.
Burns wants to escape the position.
Burns trying to control the position but Putski manages to sink in the hooks.
Putski is trying to stick to Burns's back but Burns is turning into Putski. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Putski's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Burns. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Burns (2) vs (16) Putski
Burns trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burns's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Burns trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burns stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking to control.
Burns forces his way into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Burns is trying to control the action in half guard but Putski is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Burns seems content to control.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Burns is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Burns keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Putski keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Burns is thwarting Putski's attempts to control the position.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Burns has control of the leg.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Burns perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Putski wants to improve his position but Burns is controlling well.
Burns seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Putski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Burns is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Putski keeping control of the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Burns prevents Putski from improving his position.
Burns trying to control the pace.
Putski is refusing to be controlled, as Burns sits in half guard.
Burns is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Burns tries to pass to full mount but Putski defends it.
Putski is staying active underneath Burns, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Burns controlling the action here.
Burns trying to pass the guard but Putski defending well.
Burns is looking for a kimura but Putski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Burns to get the leverage.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Burns performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Burns stalling away here and it's allowed Putski to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Burns stands and throws Putski's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Burns (5) vs (16) Putski
Putski regains half guard.
Putski wants to control but Burns is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Burns perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski is looking to improve his position.
Putski wants to control but Burns is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Burns performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Burns trying to control from half guard but Putski is working away.
Burns is taking a breather. Putski 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski is looking for a sweep. Burns is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Burns is looking to take a break and control but Putski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski wins on points by 16 to 5.
In his post fight interview, Ivan Putski started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
The defeated Predator Burns had this to say: 'It's ok, i'm home.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 13 (135lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 07, 2016 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski and Erkki Elastinen. Elastinen has chosen Cascada - Dangerous 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 bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Erkki Elastinen!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Reed Andrews and John Kavanagh.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Elastinen.
Elastinen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Putski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Putski shoots in looking for a takedown. Elastinen tries to sprawl out of it but Putski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Elastinen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Elastinen feints and as Putski raises his hands in defense, Elastinen changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Putski (0) vs (2) Elastinen
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Elastinen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Elastinen trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Elastinen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Elastinen wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Elastinen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Putski has his hands on Elastinen's head, controlling the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Elastinen trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Elastinen wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Elastinen advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (0) vs (5) Elastinen
Elastinen is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Putski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski is looking for a sweep.
Elastinen trying to control the position but Putski is working away.
Elastinen wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Putski, who protects the arm well.
Putski is trying to improve his position.
Elastinen thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski regains half guard there - taking advantage of Elastinen's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Elastinen is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Putski is defending against the submission attempts here by Elastinen.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying to maintain the position but Elastinen is very close to passing his half guard.
Putski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've been hearing good reports from Putski's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Elastinen working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Putski's thigh. Putski counters though and makes it back to full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Elastinen from controlling successfully.
Elastinen controlling from the top position.
Putski looking to control.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski can't keep his opponent in guard - Elastinen advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Putski wants to get back to full guard.
Elastinen is trying to control. Putski wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Putski regains full guard. Nicely done.
Putski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Elastinen drops back, looking for a kneebar! Putski looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Putski looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Putski! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Putski (4) vs (5) Elastinen
Putski slows the pace down.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Putski (6) vs (5) Elastinen
Elastinen 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.
Putski looking to control but Elastinen is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Elastinen 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: Putski (6) vs (7) Elastinen
Putski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Putski has control of Elastinen's left arm, preventing Elastinen from doing any damage.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Elastinen tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Elastinen from controlling successfully.
Elastinen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Elastinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Elastinen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski pulls Elastinen in close to prevent any damage.
Putski looking for a sweep. Not yet Putski, not yet.
Elastinen wants to control from the top but Putski keeps moving.
Elastinen wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Elastinen is fighting to break Putski's control of his arms but Putski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Elastinen trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski 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.
Putski 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: Putski (8) vs (7) Elastinen
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (11) vs (7) Elastinen
Elastinen is desperately trying to improve his position but Putski has a good base and remains in mount.
Putski will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Elastinen wants to control but Putski is having none of it.
Elastinen gets back to half guard.
Putski with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Elastinen wants to improve his position but Putski is controlling well.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Elastinen is just riding it out for now. Putski eventually gives up the hold.
Elastinen is trying to maintain the position but Putski is very close to passing his half guard.
Elastinen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Putski's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Putski's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Putski (11) vs (11) Elastinen
Putski breaks Elastinen's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (13) vs (11) Elastinen
Elastinen wants to sweep but no luck.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Elastinen is keeping the position for now.
Elastinen wants to sweep here but Putski controlling him for the moment.
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Elastinen is keeping the position for now.
Elastinen has his foot on Putski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Putski works his way back into a safe position though.
Elastinen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Elastinen might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Putski haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski takes the fight on points by 13 to 11.
Ivan Putski bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
SPI - 4
Date: Aug 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Putski looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Frettish is fending him off so far but Putski persists. Nope, Frettish circles away and we're back to standing.
Frettish looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Putski closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Frettish's guard.
Putski looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Putski has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski slips nicely into half guard.
Putski not doing much here.
#T1#
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.
Putski is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Putski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Putski looking to control but Frettish is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Putski controlling his opponent.
Frettish prevents Putski from taking his back.#T3#
Frettish wants to control but Putski is having none of it.#SUB#
Frettish defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Putski. #SUB#
Putski swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Frettish is now in Putski's guard. A big mistake from Putski there, giving up the dominant position!
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Putski holds on and takes a little breather.
Frettish working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Frettish is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Frettish trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Frettish must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Putski keeping full guard, as Frettish tries to pass.
Putski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Frettish manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Frettish is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Putski 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#
Putski 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.
Frettish looking to control.
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Putski passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Putski in side control, just content to control the action for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski'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.#T1#
We've been hearing good reports from Putski'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.
Putski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Frettish keeps working.
Frettish is being controlled here. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Frettish is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Putski will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Putski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Frettish keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Putski shoots and misses
and Frettish counters with a nice uppercut.
Ed Frettish is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Putski darts in looking for a takedown but Frettish gets double underhooks and turns Putski into the ropes.
Frettish keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Putski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Putski shoots in for a double leg but Frettish sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Putski tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Frettish swivels and escapes.#T3#
Putski misses with a takedown
enabling Frettish to counter with a crisp jab.
A slow jab from Frettish misses its intended target. #TD#
Putski gets the takedown into side control.
Frettish wants to control but Putski postures up.
Putski is looking to take a break and control but Frettish is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Frettish can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
Frettish is trying to improve his position.
Putski taking a breather here.
Ivan Putski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Putski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Frettish keeps working.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Putski just content to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Putski dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Putski fails to land the takedown.
Ivan Putski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Putski shoots and misses
and Frettish counters with a stiff right hand.
Putski shoots for a takedown but Frettish saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Frettish now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Putski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Putski shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Frettish counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Putski fails with the takedown.
Frettish swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Frettish defends it nicely.#T1#
Putski shoots for a takedown but Frettish saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
It seemed like Frettish was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Putski shoots in and drives through. Frettish sprawls well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Frettish! But no joy.
Putski moves out of range of the strikes.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Putski.
Putski dodges the punch combination from Frettish.
Putski changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Putski shoots in but Frettish avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Putski has a takedown stuffed.
Ivan Putski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Frettish ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Putski moves away.
No luck for Putski with that takedown attempt.
Putski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Frettish tries to avoid it but Putski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Frettish to the ground. Frettish escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Putski staying out of range there.
Putski will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Putski dives in for a single leg takedown but Frettish sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Putski slips under a jab from Frettish.
Putski wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Frettish has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Putski fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Frettish throws out a counter right but Putski avoids it with no problem.#T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Putski.
Frettish now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Putski shoots in but Frettish avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Putski shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Frettish as he jumps to the side.
Frettish is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Putski fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Putski is defended easily by Frettish.
Frettish lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T4#
Putski fails with a takedown attempt.
Putski shoots in but no luck this time.
Frettish misses with a looping left.
Putski misses with a takedown
letting Frettish counter with a right hand.
Ed Frettish has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Frettish misses with an uppercut.
Putski defending well as Frettish loads up on a big left hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ed Frettish comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Putski 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 28:28
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 28:28
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:28
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 3
Date: Jul 25, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mega Funkyama and Ivan Putski. Funkyama comes to the cage accompanied by Bon Jovi: Bad Medicine. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 5 losses; Mega Funkyama! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Joseph Jones and Jorge Garcia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Putski closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Funkyama's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Funkyama (0) vs (2) Putski
Putski being controlled here momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Putski's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Putski 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Funkyama controlling Putski's posture.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Funkyama looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Putski puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Putski seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Funkyama is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ivan Putski!
Ivan Putski is the new featherweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Ivan Putski thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Jul 24, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ben Henley and Ivan Putski. 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 featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Ben Henley! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Reed Andrews and Bruno Lombardi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Putski looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Henley is fending him off so far but Putski persists. Nope, Henley circles away and we're back to standing.
Henley changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Putski closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Henley quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Henley (0) vs (2) Putski
My spies in NYC Alpha (Conditioning and Sparring Gym) inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Henley is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Putski is thwarting Henley's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Henley is looking for a sweep. Putski 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.
Putski controlling the action here.
Henley is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Gorilla Warfare MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Henley manages to get to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Henley pulls Putski in close to his closed guard and prevents Putski from doing any damage or advancing position.
Henley keeping full guard, as Putski tries to pass.
Henley working for a triangle but Putski defends it easily.
Henley looking for a guillotine here but Putski defends easily.
Putski trying to control the position from guard on top but Henley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Henley 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.
Putski is stalling in the full guard.
Putski trying to control but Henley is working from the bottom.
Henley throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Putski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Putski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Henley swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Henley is trying to keep Putski in close.
Henley looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Putski has picked Henley up and slammed him! Henley can't keep hold of the triangle and Putski manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Henley (0) vs (5) Putski
Henley manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Henley wants to get back to full guard.
Putski is looking to take a break and control but Henley is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Putski passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Henley (0) vs (8) Putski
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski happy to just control the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Henley (0) vs (10) Putski
Putski controlling from mount.
Putski prevents Henley from getting the reversal.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Henley working to try and regain half guard.
Putski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Henley is squirming around, avoiding Putski's attempts to control the action.
Henley is desperately trying to improve his position but Putski has a good base and remains in mount.
Henley is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Putski controlling his opponent.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski avoids the attempt from Henley to control.
Putski controlling from mount.
Henley tries to control the position but Putski now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Henley (0) vs (13) Putski
Henley tries to roll but Putski sticks to his back.
Putski avoiding Henley 's attempts to control his hands.
Putski has the hooks in. Henley 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.
Henley rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Putski passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Henley (0) vs (16) Putski
Henley is squirming around, avoiding Putski's attempts to control the action.
Henley is trying to escape the mount.
Henley tries to hold on but Putski pushes him away.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski prevents Henley from getting the reversal.
Putski controlling the pace for now.
Putski looking to control but Henley is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Henley is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Putski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Henley is trying to escape the mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Henley is looking to escape.
Putski controlling from the full mount.
Putski trying to control but Henley is having none of it.
Henley is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Henley is squirming around, avoiding Putski's attempts to control the action.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Henley tries to control Putski's body but Putski pushes him off. Henley squirms to his side and now Putski has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Henley (0) vs (19) Putski
Putski is looking to control Henley but Henley is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Putski keeps control of the position as Henley tries to break free.
Putski trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Henley has hold of Putski's leg, trying to break free but it's let Putski lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Henley is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Putski throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ivan Putski!
An out of breath Ivan Putski 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 12 (145lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 23, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ivan Putski and Eli Armis. Armis is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Mortal Kombat Theme. Eli Armis is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Eli Armis!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Dean Styles and David Schapiro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Armis fails to land the takedown.
Putski has closed the distance and engaged Armis in a clinch.
Armis tries to pull guard but Putski holds him up against the cage and eventually Armis drops back down to his feet.
Putski is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Armis can't fight it off and eventually Putski manages to take the fight to the floor. Armis looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (0) Armis
Putski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Armis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Armis is trying to control the position but Putski postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Armis has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Putski has managed to get both his arms back between Armis's legs - danger averted.
Putski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Armis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski wants to control from the top but Armis keeps moving.
Putski won't allow Armis to sweep him here.
Armis is pulling down on Putski's head. It's preventing any offense from Putski, at least for the moment.
Putski 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.
Putski 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 two minutes gone in the round.
Putski trying to move into half guard but instead Armis has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (2) vs (2) Armis
Armis tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
Putski pulls Armis in close to his closed guard and prevents Armis from doing any damage or advancing position.
Armis wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Putski wants to sweep but no luck.
Armis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Putski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Putski 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 three minutes gone in the round.
Armis passes Putski's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Armis stalling away here and it's allowed Putski to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Armis trying to move into half guard but instead Putski has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Putski (4) vs (2) Armis
Armis pulls Putski in close to prevent any damage.
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Armis is keeping the position for now.
Putski sitting in guard here, content to control.
Putski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking to pass the guard.
Putski engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Armis wants to sweep here but Putski controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Armis is keeping the position.
Putski slips nicely into half guard.
Putski slows the pace down in half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski is thwarting Armis's attempts to control the position.
Armis is refusing to be controlled, as Putski sits in half guard.
Armis wants to control but Putski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Putski is just content to waste time from the top position. Armis takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Armis pulls Putski in to control the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Armis is keeping the position.
Armis has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Putski has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Putski (7) vs (2) Armis
Putski is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Armis knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Putski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Armis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Armis struggling a bit here.
Armis 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.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Armis sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Putski wants to take a breather but Armis is having none of it.
Armis is looking to improve his position.
Armis is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Putski pulls his head out easily.
Putski is working for a submission of some sort.
Armis looking for submissions off his back.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Armis has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Putski is working away from the top position though.
Armis looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Putski is looking to take a break and control but Armis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski is really struggling to control Armis but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Armis desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Armis is trying to maintain the position but Putski is very close to passing his half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski controlling the pace.
Putski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Armis keeps working.
Putski wants to pass to mount but Armis is defending the position.
Armis wants to control but Putski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Putski is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Putski controls from within his opponent's guard.
Armis pulls Putski in close to prevent any damage.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Armis is keeping the position.
Putski showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Armis wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Armis wants to sweep here but Putski controlling him for the moment.
Putski wants to control from the top but Armis keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Armis wants to improve his position but instead Putski has moved into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
A relieved looking Ivan Putski 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 12 (145lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 15, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Vincent Oketch and Ivan Putski. Vincent Oketch had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Vincent Oketch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, William Peck and Steve Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Oketch closes the distance and clinches.
Putski is looking for a takedown.
Putski drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Putski can't get the takedown.
Vincent Oketch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Putski.
Oketch lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Oketch (2) vs (0) Putski
Putski tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.
Putski controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Putski is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oketch frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (5) vs (0) Putski
That's one minute gone in the round.
Oketch tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Oketch jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Putski is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Putski and Oketch has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Putski wants to control but Oketch postures up.
Putski sneaks back into half guard.
Oketch trying to control the action but Putski is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Oketch seems to be working for a kimura but Putski defends the submission attempt.
Oketch moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (8) vs (0) Putski
Oketch looking to control but instead Putski has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Oketch wants to free his trapped foot but Putski is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Putski is trying to get back to full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Oketch seems to be working for a kimura but Putski defends the submission attempt.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.
Putski is still trying to improve position.
Oketch controlling the action here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski is looking to control Oketch's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Putski avoid being mounted?
Putski is defending against the submission attempts here by Oketch.
Putski desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Putski tries to get to full guard but Oketch has control of the leg.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Oketch stalling.
Oketch is trying to control the action in half guard but Putski is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Oketch prevents Putski from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Putski manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oketch is one step ahead there.
Oketch trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oketch is one step ahead there.
Putski trying to control the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski keeping full guard, as Oketch tries to pass.
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oketch is one step ahead there.
Oketch passes Putski's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Putski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Oketch is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oketch not doing much here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Oketch wants to free his trapped foot but Putski is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Putski moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Putski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Oketch manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (8) vs (2) Putski
Oketch pulls Putski in close to prevent any damage.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Oketch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Oketch looking for subs off his back but Putski has passed one foot through into half guard.
Oketch looking for submissions off his back.
Oketch is not content to let Putski control the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Oketch is trying to control but Putski manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Oketch (8) vs (5) Putski
Putski avoids the attempt from Oketch to control.
Putski goes for an armbar but Oketch turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Oketch. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (10) vs (5) Putski
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Oketch drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Putski manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Oketch has Putski in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (10) vs (7) Putski
Oketch manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Putski manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oketch (12) vs (7) Putski
Oketch wants to pass the guard but Putski is keeping the position.
Oketch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Putski has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Oketch has managed to get both his arms back between Putski's legs - danger averted.
Oketch has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Putski seems keen to control Oketch's posture.
Oketch trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Putski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Oketch tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
Putski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Oketch is fighting to break Putski's control of his arms but Putski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Oketch is looking to advance position but Putski has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Oketch (12) vs (11) Putski
Oketch is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Oketch is looking to improve his position but Putski isn't that keen on the idea.
Oketch tries to improve his position but instead Putski has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Oketch (12) vs (14) Putski
Putski is persistently looking for the submission but Oketch is defending it well.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Oketch 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 Putski gets his way!
Oketch prevents Putski from getting a body triangle.
My spies in The Good the Bad and The Ugly inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Oketch is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Putski wins on points by 14 to 12.
During a confident post fight interview, Ivan Putski thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 12 (145lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 14, 2016 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Andrey Tutov and Ivan Putski. Chooooooooon! I think Tutov might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to 7B - Young Winds. Ivan Putski is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Andrey Tutov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Ian Loll and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tutov gets tackled into the cage by Putski. Putski maintains the clinch.
Putski drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tutov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Putski tries to keep at a distance but Tutov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Putski can't get the takedown.
Tutov pulls Putski into guard.
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tutov is keeping the position for now.
Tutov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Putski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tutov working for a triangle but Putski defends it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Putski looking to pass the guard.
Putski advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Tutov (0) vs (3) Putski
Putski controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Putski looking to control but instead Tutov has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Tutov tries to roll over but Putski keeps him under control.
Tutov holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Putski wants to free his trapped foot but Tutov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tutov wants to improve his position but Putski is controlling well.
Tutov wants to sweep but Putski has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Tutov (0) vs (6) Putski
Tutov is looking to reverse the position.
Putski controls the position from side control.
Tutov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tutov is working hard here to advance position.
Putski taking a break here but Tutov is having none of it and regains half guard.
Putski trying to control the action but Tutov is working from the bottom.
Tutov actively working from the bottom here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Putski is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tutov (0) vs (9) Putski
Tutov tries to hold on but Putski postures up.
Tutov working to try and regain half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Tutov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tutov wants to hold on but Putski pushes him away.
Putski moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Tutov has worked his arm free - good work by Tutov!
Tutov is looking for a sweep.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tutov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Putski's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Putski trying to control the action but Tutov is working from the bottom.
Tutov is looking to improve his position.
Tutov trying to control but Putski postures up.
Putski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tutov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tutov gets full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Tutov wants to sweep here but Putski controlling him for the moment.
Tutov is trying to keep Putski in close.
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tutov is keeping the position for now.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Putski stopping the sweep attempt from Tutov.
Tutov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Putski is aware though and is defending well.
Tutov can't keep his opponent in guard - Putski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Putski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tutov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Putski is thwarting Tutov's attempts to control the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
My spies in The Good the Bad and The Ugly inform me that Putski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tutov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tutov wants to get back to full guard but Putski has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Tutov (0) vs (12) Putski
Putski wants to control the pace but Tutov is squirming around nicely.
Tutov tries to hold on but Putski postures up.
Putski controlling his opponent.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working for a guillotine from mount but Tutov frees his head quite easily.
Putski manages to capitalize on a mistake by Tutov to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Tutov (0) vs (15) Putski
Tutov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Putski gets his hands free as Tutov looks to control.
Putski struggling to keep hold of the position.
Tutov showing good submission defense here.
Putski controls the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Tutov has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Putski has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Tutov taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Putski doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ivan Putski!
A relieved looking Ivan Putski 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:
SP-ICON:Corozzo V.S. Harris
Date: Jun 25, 2016 |
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Dellaria connects with a crisp jab.
A combination from Putski does no damage.
Putski shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dellaria but Dellaria pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dellaria counters with a body kick.
Putski shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dellaria pinned against the cage. Dellaria gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Dellaria looks to land a combination. Putski sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Dellaria lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Decent striking displayed by Dellaria there.
Dellaria throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Putski tries for a takedown but Dellaria sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dellaria tries a quick counter leg kick but Putski is wise to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Putski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dellaria jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A decent looking body kick lands there for Putski.
Dellaria connects with a jab.
Putski 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.
Dellaria scores with a hook.
Dellaria connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dellaria rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Putski moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
As Dellaria tries to get set, Putski tries to push him back and clinch up but Dellaria manages to avoid the attempt.#T1#
Putski takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Putski checks a leg kick.
Putski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dellaria.
Greg Dellaria is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dellaria jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Putski checks a leg kick nicely.
Putski throws a big counter combination but Dellaria scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Putski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dellaria cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dellaria lands a jab to the nose.
Greg Dellaria seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Putski moves out of range as Dellaria strikes.
Dellaria is looking to chop away at Putski's legs.
Putski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD#
Putski closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Putski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Putski tries to move to mount but Dellaria blocks the move with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Putski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Putski working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Putski advances nicely into full mount. #T3##SUB#
Putski swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Dellaria is now in Putski's guard. A big mistake from Putski there, giving up the dominant position!
Dellaria tries to free his leg and advance position but Putski is retaining full guard.
Dellaria must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dellaria stopping the sweep attempt from Putski.
Dellaria trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Putski is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Putski pushes down on Dellaria's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
Putski moves into full mount! Dellaria won't be happy about that!
Dellaria wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Putski goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Dellaria is on top in guard.
Putski keeping full guard, as Dellaria tries to pass. #SUB#
Putski is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dellaria defends well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Greg Dellaria dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Dellaria throws a leg kick which misses Putski's front leg but catches the back leg as Putski tries to avoid it.
Greg Dellaria seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dellaria scores with a leg kick.
Putski slips under a jab from Dellaria.
Dellaria tries to land a leg kick but Putski saw it coming and moves away.
Putski tries a head kick but it misses.
A swing and a miss from Dellaria.
Putski fails to land the takedown.
A jab from Dellaria finds it's way through Putski's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dellaria looks to throw the jab but Putski is out of range.
Dellaria lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Putski circles away quickly and effectively.
Putski avoids a kick to the body.
Putski walks into a stiff left hand from Dellaria.
Dellaria has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Putski throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dellaria looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Putski fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T1#
Putski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ivan Putski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dellaria cracks a nice hook into Putski's ribs.
Putski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Dellaria throws an off balance right hand
and Putski counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dellaria misses with a wild combination.
Putski drops his hands momentarily and Dellaria takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Dellaria tries to keep at a distance but Putski has taken the fight into the clinch.
Putski goes for a takedown in the clinch but Dellaria prevents it.
Putski has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Dellaria is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Putski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Putski wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC2#
Dellaria breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Dellaria's corner calls for a 1-2. Dellaria obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dellaria connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Putski connects with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Putski looks for the body kick but Dellaria saw that one coming.
Dellaria misses with a straight right.
Putski motions for Dellaria to come forward. Putski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Putski tries to clinch but Dellaria moves out of range.
Dellaria steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Putski.
Dellaria scores with a kick to the body.
Putski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Putski tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dellaria sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Putski somewhat.
Dellaria listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Dellaria connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Putski momentarily.
Putski fails with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Dellaria throws a leg kick which misses Putski's front leg but catches the back leg as Putski tries to avoid it.
A jab from Dellaria does it's job there.
Dellaria will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Putski moves in looking to clinch but Dellaria pushes him off.
Putski shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dellaria sprawls well. Dellaria wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Putski gets slowly back to his feet.
Dellaria lands an overhand right.
Putski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Putski backing away here, and Dellaria unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Putski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Putski tries to clinch up but Dellaria circles away and keeps his distance.#T4#
Dellaria throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dellaria uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Putski.
Nice cross by Dellaria.
Dellaria throws a nice looking combination but Putski bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dellaria jabs Putski right on the nose. Putski blinks but takes it well.
Dellaria fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big right from Dellaria misses.
Putski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dellaria.
Putski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dellaria throws a leg kick but Putski moved away.
Putski moves away from the strike by Dellaria.
That kick from Dellaria tenderised Putski's leg. Putski is trying to keep his angry face on.
Putski looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Putski throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dellaria's waist but Dellaria gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Putski off to one side.
Dellaria catches Putski with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sloppy strikes from Putski. Those never looked like landing.
Dellaria misses with a straight left.
Dellaria throws a quick inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Greg Dellaria showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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#
Dellaria misses with a straight right.
Dellaria misses with a looping right.
Dellaria connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dellaria leaves Putski with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dellaria throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dellaria jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Dellaria scores with a nice right hand.
A big right from Dellaria misses.
Putski seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Putski shoots in and drives through. Dellaria sprawls well.
Dellaria tries a quick counter leg kick but Putski is wise to it.
Dellaria misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Putski tries to close the distance and clinch but Dellaria swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dellaria misses with a low kick.
Putski is looking to clinch but Dellaria is avoiding it.
Dellaria throws a hook but Putski avoids it easily.
Dellaria listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1#
Dellaria scores with a nice head shot.
Putski wants to clinch up but Dellaria keeps it at a distance.
Dellaria lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dellaria lands with a good body shot.
Dellaria lands with a nice body punch.
Putski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dellaria.
Dellaria thumps Putski with a low kick.
Dellaria throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dellaria misses with a body kick.
Putski checks the leg kick.
Dellaria connects with an inside leg kick.
Dellaria throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Putski went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Dellaria throws a hook but Putski avoids it easily.
Putski lands a nice hook to Dellaria's body. Dellaria takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Putski moves out of range of the strikes.
Dellaria stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Dellaria wants it to stay on the feet.
Greg Dellaria is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Putski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Putski gets a double leg takedown into Dellaria's guard.
Putski wants to control from the top but Dellaria keeps moving.
Putski is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dellaria is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Putski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dellaria is keeping the position for now.
Dellaria wants to stand up but Putski is controlling him.
Putski trying to control but Dellaria is working from the bottom. #T3#
Putski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ivan Putski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Putski is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slapping leg kick lands for Dellaria.
Dellaria displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Putski.
Putski chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Dellaria can pounce on him.
Putski checks a leg kick.
Dellaria connects with a leg kick. Putski looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Putski moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Dellaria throws a nice looking combination but Putski bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Putski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dellaria scores with a punch to the head.
Dellaria feints and then cracks Putski's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Putski down.
Putski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dellaria connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Putski scrambles back to his feet.
Putski checks a low kick from Dellaria.
Dellaria circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
Dellaria tries to keep at a distance but Putski has taken the fight into the clinch.
Putski is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dellaria pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dellaria gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Putski.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Putski is trying to drag Dellaria to the mat but Dellaria just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Putski wants a takedown but no success here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Greg Dellaria comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Dellaria winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Greg Dellaria!
During a confident post fight interview, Greg Dellaria thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
SP-ICON:Jangles V.S. Richards
Date: May 21, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Putski has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Putski is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Ward can't fight it off and eventually Putski manages to take the fight to the floor. Ward looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Ward keeping full guard, as Putski tries to pass.
Ward trying to keep a closed guard but Putski is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Putski sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Ward doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Putski paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Ward - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mr Ward!
Mr Ward 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.
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Event:
TWGC 10 (170lbs, D1): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 11, 2016 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sergey Keosayan and Ivan Putski. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Sergey Keosayan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Ivan Putski!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Albert Achterberg and Radbod Blank.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Keosayan gets a double leg takedown into Putski's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Keosayan (2) vs (0) Putski
Putski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Keosayan is one step ahead there.
Putski is still trying to improve position.
Keosayan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Keosayan won't allow Putski to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keosayan trying to control but Putski is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Putski is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Keosayan (2) vs (2) Putski
Keosayan 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.
I've been told that Putski has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Keosayan is trying to control the position but Putski postures up.
Putski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Keosayan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Keosayan wants to control the position but Putski says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Keosayan is defending against the submission attempts here by Putski.
Keosayan is looking to improve his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Keosayan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Keosayan keeping moving, preventing Putski from controlling successfully.
Putski tries to free his leg and advance position but Keosayan is retaining full guard.
Keosayan is trying to control the position but Putski postures up.
Keosayan wants to sweep here but Putski controlling him for the moment.
Putski wants to pass the guard but Keosayan is keeping the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Keosayan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Keosayan (4) vs (2) Putski
Keosayan trying to control the position from guard on top but Putski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Putski looking for a sweep. Not yet Putski, not yet.
Putski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Putski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Putski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Keosayan controls the pace.
Keosayan won't allow Putski to sweep him here.
Putski keeping moving, preventing Keosayan from controlling successfully.
Keosayan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Putski looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Putski trying to keep a closed guard but Keosayan is proving a slippery customer.
Keosayan controls from within his opponent's guard.
Putski looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Putski is looking to sweep but instead, Keosayan has passed into half guard.
Keosayan works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Keosayan (7) vs (2) Putski
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Keosayan fails to advance to Putski's back.
Putski is looking to get to half guard.
Keosayan takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Putski slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Keosayan is looking for a kimura but Putski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Keosayan to get the leverage.
Putski has a hand on Keosayan's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Keosayan takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Keosayan (10) vs (2) Putski
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Putski tries to reverse the position but Keosayan maintains control.
Keosayan takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Putski working to try and regain half guard.
Putski slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Putski is staying active underneath Keosayan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Keosayan content to control rather than advance.
Putski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Keosayan controlling the action here.
Putski is looking to improve his position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Putski is pressing down on Keosayan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Putski has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Keosayan has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Keosayan (13) vs (2) Putski
Putski is looking to regain half guard here but Keosayan keeps moving and retains side control.
Putski keeps trying to improve his position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Keosayan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Keosayan is looking to take a break and control but Putski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Putski tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Keosayan tries to move to mount but Putski blocks the move with his legs.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Putski is trying to control Keosayan's posture but Keosayan avoids it.
Keosayan controlling the position.
Putski is trying to get back to half guard.
Putski prevents Keosayan from improving position.
Keosayan content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Keosayan has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Keosayan (15) vs (2) Putski
Putski is squirming around, avoiding Keosayan's attempts to control the action.
Keosayan fails to advance to Putski's back.
Putski wants to control but Keosayan is having none of it.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Keosayan looking to control and managing it successfully.
Keosayan looking to control but Putski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Putski is working to get back to half guard.
Putski looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Keosayan (18) vs (2) Putski
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Putski's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
I would not like to be Putski right now.
Putski is trying to break free.
Putski is keeping busy.
Putski tries to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Keosayan takes the fight on points by 18 to 2.
Sergey Keosayan decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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